Live-action adaptations of anime are becoming more common in North America, with recent examples like Spirited Away and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood hitting streaming platforms.
Surprisingly, the latest Fullmetal Alchemist stage play has released forty-five minutes of footage from its recent performances, offering Western fans a glimpse of the Elric Brothers’ story on stage.
Fullmetal Alchemist is widely regarded as one of the best anime stories, following Edward and Alphonse Elric as they find their world’s military and seek to undo a tragic alchemy experiment. Despite its popularity, there’s been no hint of a sequel or spin-off from creator Hiromu Arakawa.
Fullmetal Alchemist: 45 Minutes of Alchemy
However, Arakawa has ventured into new manga territory with Daemons of The Shadow Realm, sparking speculation about a potential anime adaptation in the future.
Titled “Fullmetal Alchemist: 45 Minutes of Alchemy,” the video below showcases footage from the play’s initial performance. The stage adaptation is set to return to Japan on June 8th this summer.
For those curious about the cast, here’s a rundown:
– Edward Elric: Yohei Isshiki and Ryota Hirono
– Alphonse Elric: Shuto Mashima and Kousei Sakurada (suit actor)
– Winry Rockbell: Rin Okabe
– Roy Mustang: Jin Aoki and Takuma Wada
– Izumi Curtis: Hikari Ono
– Lust: Kurama Saou
– Envy: Raima Hiramatsu
– Gluttony: Taisei Kusano
– Pinako Rockbell: Megumi Kuge
– Scar: Tomoya Hoshi
– Solf J. Kimblee: Shogo Suzuki
– Van Hohenheim: Naoto Kaji
