New Song Reveal for Franchouchou in 'Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise' Anime Film

Exciting news for fans of the zombie idol group Franchouchou! A recent video has unveiled their latest song, "Matataku Sora ni Akogarete" (Yearning for the Twinkling Sky), featured in the upcoming anime film Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise.

Main Visuals and Trailer Released

The staff behind the film shared a main visual and a trailer on Sunday, giving fans a sneak peek of what's to come. The trailer not only previews the film but also highlights the new song performed by Franchouchou within the story.

Image via Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise official website

Film Details and Release

The film is set to debut in Japan on October 24.
It features the returning cast from previous installments.
Directors Takafumi Ishida and Takeru Satō, both involved in the original Zombie Land Saga series, are directing at MAPPA.
The screenplay is written by Shigeru Murakoshi, known for The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse.
Character design and animation are handled by key staff from the series, including Jinshichi Yamaguchi and Kasumi Fukagawa.
Music is composed by Yasuharu Takanashi, returning for this project.

Background and Series Legacy

Zombie Land Saga first premiered in October 2018, showcasing a unique blend of idol culture and zombie themes. The series was streamed by Crunchyroll and Funimation, gaining a strong fanbase worldwide.

The sequel, Zombie Land Saga Revenge, aired in April 2021 with 12 episodes and was also streamed internationally.
The franchise has expanded into stage plays and manga, including Zombie Land Saga Gaiden: The First Zombie, which launched in May 2021 and concluded in December 2022.

About the Series

The story follows Sakura Minamoto, a girl who dreams of becoming an idol but is tragically hit by a car and wakes up as a zombie. She joins a group of resurrected girls from different eras of Japanese history, recruited by Kōtarō Tatsumi, to perform as an idol group.

Stay Tuned!

Fans can look forward to the film's release and the new song that promises to bring fresh energy to the beloved zombie idols. Keep an eye on official channels for more updates!