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Netflix has a long-standing romance with manga adaptations. Titles like One Piece, Beastars, and Cowboy Bebop have all seen screen adaptations by the platform, whether through live-action or animated series, including the likes of Sakamoto Days.
Directed by Masaki Watanabe, this new animated series is based on Yuto Suzuki’s acclaimed series, which explores the new life of a legendary former hitman: Taro Sakamoto. The first half of Season 1 of this action comedy became available on Netflix starting January 11, 2025, with the second half set to release in July 2025.
What’s the Plot of Sakamoto Days?
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Taro Sakamoto is a family man leading a peaceful life with his wife and child. However, there’s more to him than just being a middle-aged man battling obesity; he’s also a legendary former hitman with extraordinary skills. One day, his past catches up to him as old enemies threaten the tranquility of his routine life. Taro is forced back into action, proving that fighting skills, much like riding a bicycle, are never forgotten.
Who Stars in Sakamoto Days?
- Taro Sakamoto: Tomokazu Sugita
- Shin Asakura: Nobunaga Shimazaki
- Lu Shaotang: Ayane Sakura
- Aoi Sakamoto: Nao Toyama
- Hana Sakamoto: Hina Kino
- Heisuke Mashimo: Ryota Suzuki
Where to Stream Sakamoto Days?
Sakamoto Days is available for streaming on Netflix since January 11, 2025. To explore this new series, along with many other manga adaptations, you can subscribe to the service offered by the streaming giant, Netflix. The subscription plans available include: $6.99 per month (basic with ads), $15.49 per month (standard), and $22.99 per month (premium).
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