Love Live! Franchise Gets 1st Live-Action Series on November 21
The beloved Love Live! franchise is set to make a groundbreaking debut with its first live-action series adaptation, titled Love Live! School Idol Musical the Drama. This exciting new series is based on the franchise’s first-ever stage musical and is scheduled to premiere on November 21 on MBS, TV Kanagawa, TV Saitama, Gunma TV, Tochigi TV, and Chiba TV.
The series will feature a talented cast including Miho Watanabe as Rurika Tsubaki, Nanaka Tomita as Anzu Takizawa, Nanami Asai as Yuzuha Sumeragi, Ayaka Yasumoto as Misuzu Wakatsuki, and more. With Keijirō Tsubakimoto and Hiroto Totsuka at the helm as directors, and scripts by the stage musical’s director Kōki Kishimoto, fans can expect a captivating and authentic live-action adaptation.
Love Live! School Idol Musical the Drama will bring to life an all-new story, setting, and characters, focusing on students from two prestigious schools in Hyogo and Osaka. The series will delve into the world of school idol clubs, rivalry, and friendship, promising a unique and engaging viewing experience for fans of the franchise.
The stage musical that inspired the live-action series had a successful run at various theaters, including performances at the New National Theatre in Tokyo and the Umeda Arts Theater in Osaka. With additional performances planned for the future, the Love Live! franchise continues to captivate audiences with its innovative storytelling and compelling characters.
Recently, the Love Live! franchise also launched the first film of Love Live! Nijigasaki Gakuen School Idol Dōkōkai Kanketsu-hen, as well as the highly anticipated third season of Love Live! Superstar!! anime series. With an ever-growing fan base and a legacy of success, the franchise remains a powerhouse in the world of anime and entertainment.
As fans eagerly await the premiere of Love Live! School Idol Musical the Drama, the anticipation is high for what promises to be a groundbreaking and unforgettable addition to the beloved franchise. Stay tuned for more updates and news as the series prepares to make its debut on screens this November.