The Cat and the Dragon Anime Sets July 2026 Premiere Date

New Anime Announcement: The Cat and the Dragon

A new addition to the anime lineup, The Cat and the Dragon, has been revealed through an official trailer, along with the casting and staff details, ensuring fans have much to look forward to.

Premiere Date and Trailer Details

The anime is scheduled to premiere in July 2026. A captivating trailer has been shared on the anime's official X/Twitter account, showcasing some intriguing visuals and hints about the story.

Cast and Crew

The series will feature Takehito Koyasu voicing the main character Nekoryū, a dragon raised by a cat. The directorial role is in the hands of Jin-Koo Oh, known for his work on Tonbo!, while Mitsutaka Hirota of Edens Zero fame is in charge of the series composition. Character designs will be crafted by Rie Nishino and Chiaki Kurakazu, and the music will be composed by Takahiro Obata, renowned for his work on The Promised Neverland.

Source Background

Originally, the story began as a web novel titled Neko to Ryū, written by Amara, first published in September 2013. This journey continued with its first light novel being released in April 2016, which features charming illustrations by Mai Ōkuma. To date, over 1 million copies of the series have been sold, signaling its popularity among readers. Additionally, Izumi Sasaki launched a manga adaptation in September 2017, further expanding the universe of this engaging tale.

Source: Anime News Network.