Sand Land: The Series Anime Premieres on March 20, New Cast Members Revealed

The highly anticipated anime series adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s SAND LAND manga, titled SAND LAND: THE SERIES, will debut on March 20. Get ready for thrilling adventures in a post-apocalyptic world as Sheriff Rao, Beelzebub, and Thief embark on a quest for water.

Sand Land: The Series Anime Premieres on March 20, New Cast Members Revealed

The highly anticipated anime series adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s SAND LAND manga, titled SAND LAND: THE SERIES, is set to make its debut on March 20. Fans of the original manga can finally rejoice as they get ready to witness the thrilling adventures of Sheriff Rao, Beelzebub, and Thief in a post-apocalyptic world.

With the premiere just around the corner, excitement is building as new cast members have been revealed for the series. Mikako Komatsu will be lending her voice to the character Anne, while Ayumu Murase will portray Muniel. These talented actors are sure to bring depth and personality to their respective roles.

Two Exciting Arcs to Look Forward To

SAND LAND: THE SERIES will feature two captivating arcs for viewers to enjoy. The first six episodes, known as the “Akuma no Ōji” (Prince of Demons) arc, will showcase footage from the anime film, recut into a series format with some additional scenes. This arc will set the stage for the epic journey that awaits our heroes.

Following the initial release, episodes 8-13 will take us on a new adventure with the “Tenshi no Yūsha” (Angelic Heroes) arc. Set in the mysterious “Forest Land,” this arc was conceptualized by none other than Akira Toriyama himself. Get ready for fresh challenges, breathtaking visuals, and an entirely new location to explore.

The Return of Familiar Faces

For fans of the SAND LAND anime film, you’ll be delighted to know that the series will feature the same talented cast and staff. Mutsumi Tamura will reprise his role as Beelzebub, Kazuhiro Yamaji as Rao, Chō as Thief, Satoshi Tsuruoka as General Are, and Nobuo Tobita as General Zau. These voice actors have already brought these characters to life on the big screen, and now they’ll continue to do so in the series.

The direction of the series will be handled by Toshihisa Yokoshima, with Hiroshi Koujina serving as the direction adviser. Hayashi Mori will pen the script, Yoshikazu Iwanami will oversee the sound direction, and Yūgo Kanno will compose the music. With such a talented team behind the scenes, SAND LAND: THE SERIES is sure to deliver a captivating audiovisual experience.

The World of SAND LAND

Set in a post-apocalyptic world where water is scarce and controlled by a greedy king, SAND LAND follows the journey of Sheriff Rao as he embarks on a quest to find a long-lost lake. Along the way, he enlists the help of Beelzebub, the son of the king of demons, and his assistant Thief. Together, they face various challenges and obstacles in their pursuit of water and justice.

Akira Toriyama’s unique storytelling and imaginative world-building have captivated readers for years, and now, with the anime series adaptation, fans can immerse themselves in the rich and vibrant world of SAND LAND like never before.

Coming Soon to Screens Near You

The SAND LAND anime film adaptation premiered in Japan in August 2023 and had its world premiere screening at Comic-Con International San Diego in July of the same year. Fans in North America can look forward to its release in 2024. But that’s not all! An action role-playing game based on the manga is also scheduled to launch on April 26 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. It’s an exciting time to be a SAND LAND fan!