Kinema Citrus has announced five new cast members for the theatrical film Made in Abyss: Mezameru Shinpi (Awakening Mystery). The announcement coincided with the film's Japanese theatrical release on October 23, 2026, revealing the voices for the mysterious Hail Hex delving squad.
The film serves as a direct sequel to the 2022 television season The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, continuing the journey of Riko and her companions into the Abyss' seventh layer. As of October 2026, the project is ranked as the #3 most popular anime of the year on AniList and is currently a top trending topic on both MyAnimeList and Anime News Network.
What We Know
The new cast is led by Nana Mizuki, who provides the voice for the White Whistle Srajo the Confident. The official announcement also confirmed Akeno Watanabe as Nishagora, Shunsuke Takeuchi as Yataramar, Nao Toyama as Sherumi, and Yume Miyamoto as Menae. These actors join previously announced cast members Sumire Morohoshi, who plays Tepaste, and Takanori Hoshino, who voices Cravagli.
The core production staff remains consistent with previous entries in the franchise. Masayuki Kojima directed the film at Kinema Citrus, with Hideyuki Kurata handling series composition and scripts. Kazuchika Kise and Yuka Kuroda provided the character designs. The returning core cast includes Miyu Tomita as Riko, Mariya Ise as Reg, Shiori Izawa as Nanachi, and Misaki Kuno as Faputa. Composer Kevin Penkin returned to provide the score, including the theme song "Chain of the Abyss" featuring vocals by Mori Calliope.
Why It Matters
The film focuses on the protagonists' descent into the unexplored seventh layer of the Abyss, where they encounter the Hail Hex delving squad. This group, led by Srajo, has been a point of significant anticipation for fans following the manga's progression. The release of Mezameru Shinpi marks the first installment of a new theatrical series, with a second film officially confirmed to be in production as of October 23, 2026.
Where to Watch
As of October 24, 2026, no international release date, distributor, or streaming platform has been confirmed for Made in Abyss: Mezameru Shinpi. Historically, the series has been licensed by Sentai Filmworks and made available on platforms like HIDIVE and Amazon. Fans in the U.S. and other regions are currently waiting for official confirmation regarding theatrical screenings or digital distribution.
What Happens Next
While the first part of the new theatrical series is now playing in Japan, no specific date has been announced for the second film. A second film in the new theatrical series was officially confirmed to be in production on October 23, 2026.