It's been over 50 years since Riyoko Ikeda's iconic shojo manga, "The Rose of Versailles" (Berusaiyu no Bara), first graced the pages, but last July, fans were absolutely floored by the bombshell announcement: MAPPA is producing a brand-new theatrical anime film! Who would've thought this timeless classic would make such a grand comeback in the modern era?
Today (January 10th), the official team dropped even more voice cast details and confirmed the film's premiere date: January 31, 2025!
"The Rose of Versailles" (Berusaiyu no Bara) originally ran in Shueisha's *Margaret* magazine from 1972 to 1973. This gorgeous tale is set in the opulent Palace of Versailles during the late 18th-century Bourbon dynasty, following a young noblewoman who disguises herself as a man to serve as a royal guard, where she encounters a princess from the royal family.
Beyond its beloved TV anime adaptation, the series even inspired a stage play by Japan's renowned Takarazuka Revue. Its fame isn't just limited to Japan; it's a global phenomenon, with English translations making it accessible worldwide.
▼ "The Rose of Versailles" also celebrated its 50th anniversary with an exhibition last year!
The previously announced main cast includes Oscar François de Jarjayes (CV: Miyuki Sawashiro), Marie Antoinette (CV: Aya Hirano), André Grandier (CV: Toshiyuki Toyonaga), and Hans Axel von Fersen (CV: Kazuki Kato).
And now, the newly added cast members are: Madame de Noailles (CV: Fumi Hirano), Louis XV (CV: Hōchū Ōtsuka), Rosalie La Morlière (CV: Saori Hayami), Colonel Dagout (CV: Hitoshi Yamanoi), General Bouillé (CV: Akio Ōtsuka), Madame de Jarjayes (CV: Sumi Shimamoto), and Maximilien Robespierre (CV: Kensho Ono).
Directing the film is Ai Yoshimura, known for her work on "My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected." Veteran screenwriter Tomoko Konparu is handling the script, while character designs are by Mariko Oka, an animator who worked on "King of Bandit Jing" and "Hell Girl." The music is a joint effort by Hiroyuki Sawano and KOHTA YAMAMOTO, both celebrated for their contributions to iconic series like "Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn," "Guilty Crown," and "Attack on Titan."
▼ Check out the main trailer for the new "The Rose of Versailles" anime film!
The official team also dropped a promotional video for the protagonist, Oscar François de Jarjayes, voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro. Fans are already raving about her unique, heroic voice performance, perfectly capturing Oscar's spirited essence!
To see such a monumental classic hit the big screen as a theatrical film in this day and age? Talk about a super renaissance! The film is confirmed to premiere in Japan on January 31st. As for whether fans outside of Japan will get to experience this cinematic masterpiece, we'll just have to wait and see if any distributors pick it up!
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