Introduction
More than 30 years since the legendary battle-action manga series ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ was first published, the highly anticipated live-action series is finally making its way to Netflix. Directed by Shô Tsukikawa and with visual effects by Scanline, the series is set to premiere before the end of the year.
The Storyline
The series follows the journey of Yusuke Urameshi, a tearaway teenager who dies trying to save a young boy from being hit by a speeding car. As he looks down at his body from the afterlife, Yusuke meets a woman named Botan, who guides him to the spirit world. She tells Yusuke that his death was premature and unexpected, but that no one would’ve ever believed a troubled kid like him could perform such a selfless act — so there’s no place for him in heaven or hell. Yusuke is then given the opportunity to be revived after completing a trial, allowing him to be sent back to the human world to investigate demons as an Underworld Detective.
The Cast
The series will star Takumi Kitamura as the unruly Yusuke Urameshi. Alongside him, Jun Shison joins the cast as Kurama, Kanata Hongô as Hiei, and Shûhei Uesugi as Kazuma Kuwabara. Lovers of classic Japanese cinema will get a thrill from seeing the legendary Meiko Kaji, as well as Go Ayano who plays Younger Toguro.
The Manga Legacy
‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ is based on the manga series of the same name, which ran from 1990 until 1994. The manga was then adapted into an animated series that aired from 1992 to 1994. With more than 78 million copies in circulation worldwide, ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ is one of the bestselling manga series of all time.
The Release
Netflix’s live-action Japanese series ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ is reportedly set to release on December 14, 2023, globally. The series began filming in the summer of 2021. Netflix Japan announced that guests to be announced later will attend a special screening event on the evening of December 13.
Conclusion
The spectacular adventure of Yusuke will now become a live-action series on Netflix. For manga fans, a long wait is nearly over, as the series premieres before the end of the year. The teaser opens with a car accident, and we see Yusuke (Kitamura) standing over his own body and realizing he’s dead. From there, Yusuke travels to the spirit world and meets Koenma (Keita Machida), who offers to bring Yusuke back to life… as an Underworld Detective. The series promises to be a thrilling journey into the spirit world, and fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting its release.
FAQs:
Q: What is the storyline of the ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ series?
A: The series follows the journey of Yusuke Urameshi, a teenager who dies trying to save a young boy. He is given the opportunity to be revived after completing a trial, allowing him to be sent back to the human world to investigate demons as an Underworld Detective.
Q: Who are the main cast members of the ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ series?
A: The series stars Takumi Kitamura as Yusuke Urameshi, Jun Shison as Kurama, Kanata Hongô as Hiei, and Shûhei Uesugi as Kazuma Kuwabara. Meiko Kaji and Go Ayano also appear in the series.
Q: What is the legacy of the ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ manga?
A: ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ is based on the manga series of the same name, which ran from 1990 until 1994. The manga was then adapted into an animated series that aired from 1992 to 1994. With more than 78 million copies in circulation worldwide, it is one of the bestselling manga series of all time.
Q: When is the ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ series set to release on Netflix?
A: The live-action Japanese series ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ is set to release on December 14, 2023, globally.
Q: What can viewers expect from the ‘Yu Yu Hakusho’ series?
A: The series promises to be a thrilling journey into the spirit world. The teaser opens with a car accident, and we see Yusuke standing over his own body and realizing he’s dead. From there, Yusuke travels