Dark Action Manga 'Murciélago' Set for 2027 Anime Release

WHO:

Variety - Yoshimura Kana is the creator of the manga "Murciélago."

WHAT:

Variety - "Murciélago" is being adapted into a TV anime.

Variety - The manga has sold more than 2.3 million copies.

WHERE:

Variety - The anime will be available for exclusive streaming on HIDIVE in the U.S., Canada, and several other markets.

WHEN:

Variety - The anime adaptation is set to premiere in 2027.

Variety - "Murciélago" has been serialized in Square Enix's Young Gangan since August 2013.

WHY:

Screen Rant - The adaptation is a response to the popularity of the manga, which is described as an underrated action series.

HOW:

Variety - The adaptation was unveiled at Anime Expo 2026.

(UPDATED July 5, 2026 07:57 UTC)

Yoshimura Kana, the creator of the popular manga "Murciélago," is seeing her work adapted into a TV anime, which is set to premiere in 2027. The manga has sold over 2.3 million copies and has been serialized in Square Enix's Young Gangan since August 2013, reflecting its growing popularity as an underrated action series. Fans in the U.S., Canada, and several other markets will be able to stream the anime exclusively on HIDIVE, following its unveiling at Anime Expo 2026.