Devil May Cry Anime Release Date Announced

Fans of the iconic action series can finally mark their calendars: Netflix's eagerly awaited Devil May Cry anime is set to premiere on the streaming platform on April 3. This thrilling new series, brought to life by the talented Castlevania showrunner Adi Shankar and animated by the renowned Studio Mir, responsible for hits like The Legend of Korra and X-Men '97, announced its release date with an electrifying teaser on X. The teaser, set to the energetic beats of Limp Bizkit, perfectly captures the high-octane spirit of the Devil May Cry universe.

DEVIL MAY CRY. APRIL 3. #NextOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/ypAHuHcqpJ

— Netflix (@netflix) January 30, 2025

First announced back in 2018, the Devil May Cry anime promises an eight-episode first season. While the plot remains shrouded in mystery, it seems the series will focus on the beloved protagonist Dante, drawing inspiration from the first three games in the series rather than the more recent Devil May Cry 5. Fans will be thrilled to learn that Johnny Yong Bosch, known for voicing Nero in the video games, will lend his voice to Dante in this animated adaptation.

The last installment in the Devil May Cry video game series, Devil May Cry 5, was released in 2019 to critical acclaim. It marked a triumphant return for the franchise, which had been on a hiatus since the release of DmC: Devil May Cry in 2013. As an action game, Devil May Cry 5 stands out as one of the best in its genre, offering an experience that rivals the intensity of games like Ninja Gaiden Black 2. For a deeper dive into the game, be sure to check out our comprehensive Devil May Cry 5 review.