Smells Like Green Spirit Live-Action Series Launches Compilation Film with Exclusive Scenes on June 27
Discover the new series based on Saburō Nagai's manga, which made its exciting debut on September 19. Don’t miss out!
Live-Action Series and Film for Smells Like Green Spirit Announced
The manga Smells Like Green Spirit, created by Saburō Nagai, is coming to the small screen with a live-action adaptation that premiered on September 19. Recently, the show's staff revealed a new trailer and announced the release date for the upcoming film version.
Trailer and Release Date
- Trailer Released: Now available online
- Film Release Date: June 27
The staff announced the film back in April, noting that it will include additional scenes not seen in the series.
Series and Film Creators
Directed by Ikuko Sawada and scripted by Yūka Arai, both are returning for the film adaptation. The show stars Towa Araki as Futoshi Mishima, with supporting roles played by Shunta Sono (Makoto Kirino) and Kodai Fujimoto (Tarō Yumeno).
About the Story
Set in a quiet rural town during the Heisei era, the manga centers on Futoshi Mishima, who faces bullying and teasing for "looking gay." To cope, Mishima secretly wears lipstick and cross-dresses. The story unfolds when he notices Kirino, the leader of his bullies, trying to apply lipstick on a school rooftop—an item Mishima had lost.
Background and Manga Details
- Published By: Fusion Product in Comic Be magazine from 2011 to 2012
- Volumes: Two, labeled "Side:A" and "Side:B"
- Spinoff: Shintan Kairō, which ran for five volumes
Nagai’s work has also been published in English by SuBLime, including his manga Boys, Be Ambitious!, translated in 2013.
Additional Information
For more details, visit the official website of the Smells Like Green Spirit film and read the latest updates on Comic Natalie.
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