Netflix’s Blue Box Releases New Trailer

Netflix's Blue Box Releases New Trailer

As a seasoned anime enthusiast who has witnessed the evolution of sports-themed anime, I must say that the forthcoming autumn season is shaping up to be a veritable treasure trove for us fans! The recent surge of sports-centric anime is reminiscent of the golden age of shōnen series, and it’s absolutely thrilling to see this genre flourish once more.


The world of anime is seeing a surge in popularity for sports-themed shows, with this year showcasing some of the most significant examples. For instance, “Blue Lock” recently released a successful movie, and its second season will air in October. Similarly, “Haikyu” premiered the first of two final films titled “Haikyu: The Dumpster Battle.” “The First Slam Dunk” has now made its way onto Netflix and is highly regarded by many anime enthusiasts as one of the best anime movies ever produced. Now, another sports-themed anime show is making a splash on Netflix and has unveiled a new trailer for the upcoming “Blue Box,” a unique story that sets itself apart within the genre.

Initially introduced as a manga in 2021, “Blue Box” revolves around two athletes – Taiki, a badminton player, and Chinatsu, a basketball player. Although they excel in different sports, they discover that their mutual support and inspiration help them grow, even though they have distinct perspectives on life. The anime version of this story is slated to premiere on Netflix on October 3rd, produced by Telecom Animation Film. Known for its contributions to the anime industry, Telecom has previously worked on shows such as “Baki Hanma”, “Rick And Morty: The Anime”, and “The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of The Apocalypse”.

Blue Box’s New Trailer

For those curious about who voices the characters in the sports anime titled “Blue Box”, here’s the lineup: Shoya Chiba portrays Taiki Inomata, Reina Ueda plays Chinatsu Kano, Akari Kito is Hina Chono, Chiaki Kobayashi lends her voice to Kyo Kasahara, and Yuma Uchida voices Kengo Haryu. With a competitive anime lineup this fall, “Blue Box” will have to start strong from day one.

To catch up on the storyline of the upcoming anime series “Blue Box,” here’s a summary: “Netflix and Telecom present an exciting blend of two sports, romance, and youth in this innovative anime. The protagonist, Taiki Inomata, is a member of the badminton team at Eimei Junior and Senior High School, a renowned sports institution. He harbors affection for Chinatsu Kano, an older basketball player with whom he trains daily in the gym. One spring day, their relationship takes an unexpected turn, marking the beginning of this fresh series that explores love, sports, and adolescence.

Looking forward to staying current with the sports anime that combines basketball and badminton in a single show? Keep track of the newest developments on Blue Box by checking in with Team Anime on ComicBook.

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2024-09-07 20:10