Netflix Teams With ATTACK ON TITAN Studio for Original Anime Series PERFECT BONES
Netflix has teamed up with the animation studio who brought us Attack on Titan and Ghost in the Shell, Production I.G., to develop an original anime series called Perfect Bones.
The 12-episode series is being directed by Kazuto Nakazawa. According to the press release, the story is "set in the future where scientists have tried to create the ‘perfect human’ in hopes of keeping peace in the universe. After nearly achieving their goal through several children, the scientists send their ‘new humans’ for further training where they are kidnapped by an evil organization set on using their powers to implement their own concept of a new world order.”
That definitely sounds like a great concept for an anime series, and I'm completely on board with it. This has the makings of something awesomely epic. Erik Barmack, vice president, international originals, said in a statement:
“We are incredibly excited to work with Production I.G, who have worked on hit series such as Attack on Titan and Psycho-Pass, in bringing one of the most daring new Anime titles produced today to all Netflix members and Anime fans around the world. In an era where the Internet knows no bounds, we are proud to deliver high quality original Anime to fans all over the world, at the exact same time, no matter where they live whether it be Japan, France, Mexico, the US, and beyond.”
One of the most daring new anime titles? That's exciting to hear even if he is a little biased. Mitsuhisa Ishikawa, President & CEO of Production I.G, added:
“Among all the tv series and films Netflix offers, the titles I personally find the most amazing are Netflix originals. Production I.G is eager to present another impactful title brought through our creators’ passion and imagination. We’re very excited about Perfect Bones."
Back in 2014, Netflix premiered the anime Knights of Sidonia, which they said was an “original anime,” but the series had already aired in Japan, making it more of an exclusive distribution deal. Perfect Bones is an exclusive Netflix release, though, and it will actually be the first anime series to debut all episodes simultaneously in 190 countries.
There's no word on when it will actually be released, but we'll keep you informed!