Rooster Fighter Anime Set to Launch Spring 2026 with Exciting New Trailer
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New Visual and Trailer Unveiled for Rooster Fighter Anime
Exciting news from Anime Expo 2025! Viz Media revealed a new trailer and visual for the upcoming Rooster Fighter anime, based on Shu Sakuratani's popular manga. The anime is set to premiere in spring 2026.
About the Anime
The Rooster Fighter anime brings to life the story of Keiji, a brave rooster who fights to protect humanity. Despite opponents towering ten stories tall, Keiji's courage and fierce battle cry—Kokekokko!—make him a true hero.
Voice Cast
- Kenta Miyake as Keiji
- Mariko Honda as Elizabeth
- Shiori Izawa as Piyoko
Production Details
- Streaming & Broadcast: Viz Media will handle worldwide streaming, TV broadcast, electronic sell-through (EST), home video, and merchandising outside Japan.
- In Japan: Hero's Inc. will manage EST, home video, and merchandising.
- TV Network: Adult Swim will air the anime, with additional streaming partners to be announced.
Creative Team:
- Director: Daisuke Suzuki (D4DJ All Mix) at SANZIGEN
- Series Scripts: Hiroshi Seko (Jujutsu Kaisen, Mob Psycho 100)
- Producers: Joseph Chou (Knights of the Zodiac: Saint Seiya) and Sola Entertainment
Visuals and Promotion
About the Manga
- Story: Keiji is more than an ordinary rooster—he's humanity's greatest defender! No matter how tall his opponents are, his heart and battle cry—Kokekokko!—are unstoppable.
- Publication: The manga was licensed by Viz, with the seventh volume released in English on February 18. It debuted on the Comiplex website in December 2020, and the tenth volume was published on July 4.
Additional Information
- Manga Debut: December 2020
- Latest Volume: Volume 10 (July 2023)
Sources: Viz Media's YouTube channel and Bluesky account
Anime Expo 2025 coverage sponsored by Yen Press and Ize Press.