The highly anticipated anime Leviathan from CGI studio ORANGE has just released its first trailer, generating buzz ahead of its Netflix debut in 2025.
The anime takes place in 1914, right before World War I begins. It follows Prince Aleksander, who is fleeing for his life as the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne.
On his journey, he encounters Deryn Sharp, a commoner disguised as a boy in the British Air Service, while aboard the bioengineered airship HMS Leviathan.
Their unexpected meeting leads to a grand adventure around the world that could change both their lives and the course of history.
The anime is based on the 2009 novel by Scott Westerfeld, which won the Aurealis Award for Best Young Adult Novel and was illustrated by Keith Thompson.
This adaptation is produced by Qubic Pictures, directed by Christophe Ferreira, and features Justin Leach and Daiki Sakurai as executive producers.
Music for the series will be composed by Joe Hisaishi, known for his work on Studio Ghibli films and Ni no Kuni.
Nobuko Toda and Kazuma Jinnouchi will also contribute to the soundtrack, adding to the series’ musical depth.
Studio ORANGE, known for its high-quality 3DCG animation on shows like Land of the Lustrous, BEASTARS, and TRIGUN: STAMPEDE, is behind the animation of Leviathan.
The studio’s expertise in creating detailed and immersive visuals promises to bring the novel’s world to life in a striking way.
The team’s experience with 3DCG animation suggests that Leviathan will offer a visually rich and engaging experience for viewers.
With a compelling story and a talented team working on it, Leviathan is set to be a standout adaptation of Westerfeld’s popular novel.
Fans can look forward to a visually stunning anime that combines historical adventure with fantastical elements, all brought to life by the skilled creators behind it.
