Romantic Killer Manga to Hit Screens as Live-Action Film This December
Discover the captivating performances of Moka Kamishiraishi, Kyōhei Takahashi, Masaya Kimura, and Sōta Nakajima in this must-watch film. Don't miss out!
Live-Action Film Adaptation of Romantic Killer Announced by TOHO
TOHO has revealed that it is producing a new live-action movie based on Wataru Momose's popular manga, Romantic Killer. The film is set to premiere in Japan on December 12.
Cast Highlights
- Moka Kamishiraishi stars as Anzu Hoshino, the protagonist.
- Kyōhei Takahashi from Naniwa Danshi plays Tsukasa Kazuki, a charming and mysterious high schooler.
- Masaya Kimura from INI portrays Junta Hayami, Anzu's childhood friend and high school baseball star.
- Sōta Nakajima from FANTASTICS takes on the role of Hijiri Koganei, a privileged prince from a distant country.
Original Music
All three groups—Naniwa Danshi, INI, and FANTASTICS—are contributing new theme songs created specifically for the film.
Director and Screenwriter
The film is directed by Tsutomu Hanabusa, known for his work on live-action adaptations like Kakegurui and Tokyo Revengers. The screenplay is by Junpei Yamaoka, who has written for series such as Delicious Party♡Precure.
About the Manga and Its Adaptations
Romantic Killer originally launched as a manga on Shonen Jump+ in July 2019, concluding in June 2020 with four volumes published by Shueisha. The manga was adapted into an anime series that debuted on Netflix in October 2022. The story follows high school girl Anzu Hoshino, who prefers video games, chocolate, and cats, until she is unexpectedly pulled into a magical world where she encounters handsome men and must navigate new romantic adventures.
Recent Works by Wataru Momose
Momose has been active in the manga scene, launching Me and My Gangster Neighbour in December 2022, which ended in October 2023. He also recently started My Marriage to Saneka on Shonen Jump+ in January 2024.
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Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting adaptation!**