My Melody and Kuromi Are Getting a Stop-Motion Anime on Netflix This July!

Netflix Japan has some exciting news for fans of Sanrio’s beloved characters! A new stop-motion animation series starring My Melody and Kuromi is officially in the works and is set to premiere this July. It’s a perfect way to celebrate two big milestones this year—My Melody turns 50, and Kuromi marks her 20th anniversary.

My Melody and Kuromi Trailer

The show will take place in Maryland, the charming world where My Melody and Kuromi live. Fans can look forward to a heartwarming story that brings these iconic characters to life like never before. Leading the project is Tomoki Misato, the creative mind behind the adorable Pui Pui Molcar stop-motion series. The animation is being produced by WIT Studio’s stop-motion department, TORUKU, and Shūko Nemoto is penning the scripts.

Sanrio’s Success

Sanrio has had great success with these characters in the past. The original Onegai My Melody anime premiered in 2005 and was so popular that it spawned multiple sequel series like Kuru Kuru Shuffle! (2006), Sukkiri (2007), and Kirara (2008). There was even a feature film titled Onegai My Melody Yū & Ai, which hit theaters in 2012.

Meanwhile, Kuromi has also been making waves. Earlier this year, Kuromi’s Pretty Journey, a short anime series, premiered its first episodes on YouTube and TikTok in February. Fans loved it, and Sanrio rolled out three new episodes every Friday, ending up with 21 episodes in total. By July, the anime became available in English for even more fans to enjoy.

But that’s not all for Kuromi! A new short anime series called Kuromi’s Pretty Journey: Chaotic! The Great Multiverse Escape! debuted on October 31. This time, the episodes were released simultaneously in English, making them more accessible to global audiences.

With My Melody and Kuromi getting the spotlight on Netflix this summer, it’s safe to say Sanrio fans have plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re a longtime admirer of these characters or new to their world, this stop-motion series promises to be a fun and nostalgic treat. Get ready for a fresh dose of cuteness when the series drops this July!