The Netflix movie “The Ribbon Hero Ribbon Hero”, which was based on the masterpiece manga “Ribbon Knight” drawn by Osamu Tezuka, will be exclusively distributed around the world in August 2026. At the same time, teaser visuals, main staff, and staff comments have been lifted.

The director is Yuki Igarashi, who is known as one of the most talented animators in the industry. “The magic circle In the ending video of the 1st season, the artist’s first “Star Wars” has attracted attention for its sophisticated animation that has been directed by one person. : Visions “Norausa Rop and Hizakura Ocho”” was highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally for his careful depiction of the story and his powerful action scenes. This work will be the first feature film directed by Igarashi that Igarashi is ready to go to the world.

The original character designs are Kei Mochizuki, who has worked on the design of popular characters in many games such as “Fate/Grand Order” and “Touken Ranbu ONLINE”. In addition, Mai Yoneyama, who was the ending director of “Cyberpunk: Edge Runners” and “Lazarus Lazarus”, is listed as the original character design cooperation. In addition, Kazunari Aragaki is in charge of animation character design and Cedric Error is the art director.

Animation production is OUTLINE (outline) led by director Igarashi. It is a studio that has strengths in creating attractive characters and overwhelming drawing skills full of keren flavors. The story of a hero who decided to fight against the harsh fate gathers with talented creators, with a delicate world view and a sophisticated action.

Character draft: The teaser visual drawn by Kei Mochizuki has been lifted! In addition, comments have arrived from the main staff!

The teaser visual, which has been released this time, is drawn by Kei Mochizuki, the original character designer. The main character is drawn, and the large red ribbon reminiscent of the original plan “Ribbon Knight” has a particularly strong presence.
The slogan, “I don’t like the me who wants it,” shows the conflicts and will of the girl who struggles to find herself as she is, resisting the expectations of those around her.
Her drawn expression, which reflects her feelings that cannot be expressed in one word, is also impressive. What will she face and what will she fight? The details of the story have not yet been revealed, but it is drawn by Osamu Tezuka, the god of comics who continues to produce new readers even after 37 years of death. In addition, expectations are rising for how the famous shoujo manga “Ribbon Knight” in which the main character, Sapphire, dressed as a man, will be reborn in modern times.

Director: Yuki Igarashi

Osamu Tezuka of “Ribbon no Kio” and his roots are Takarazuka Revue Ichizo Kobayashi, and their respect for the finest royal entertainment they have created. They also overcame the difficulties of infectious diseases and warfare and create works, which is the cornerstone of our culture. Please enjoy the “royal road” entertainment where you can dance the meat to all the people who live in the present age.
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◆ Character draft: Kei Mochizuki

I’ve always thought of two things: to give my best respect to Dr. Osamu Tezuka, and to give shape to what is needed to design this new work as a modern illustrator. I aimed for a design that was not too tilted to either side and was like me. It’s really an honor to be involved in this delicate, powerful, and wonderful work on my first animation job. Please do not hesitate to contact us!
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Character draft cooperation: Mai Yoneyama

It’s a great honor to be able to get involved with the works I’ve seen when I was little because that ribbon knight was the original idea. “THE RIBBON HERO”, which can be reborn as a new expression that can only be expressed by creators of this era, please take care of it!
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Animation character design: Kazunari Arakaki (ISSEI ARAKAKI)

I like Igarashi-san’s work, so when the project started to work, I was playing while helping out and scribbling, and the drawings of Mr. The picture of Mr. is also bad, and I want to see this scene a little more… I made a complete mistake at the end of the line, and for some reason I was in charge of the character design. That’s the case, isn’t it? But I’m glad I got involved with this work. I think so from the bottom of my heart.
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Art Director: Cedric Herole

I was surprised when the work was introduced. I didn’t think it would be a cooler character than the original. I tried to create a unique worldview according to the character. It was a lot of fun to have different images! I’d be happy if I could feel a variety of surprises, such as “It’s warm but it’s kind of scary,” “Is that there?”
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Work information

■ Title of work
“The Ribbon Hero Ribbon Hero”

■ Staff
・Director: Yuki Igarashi
・Original plan: From Osamu Tezuka’s “Ribbon Knight”
・Character draft: Kei Mochizuki
・Character draft cooperation: Mai Yoneyama
Animated character design: Kazunari Arakaki
Art Director: Cedric Errol
・Production: Twin engine
・Production: OUTLINE

■ Various URLs
Official website: https://www.theribbonhero.com/
Official X: https://x.com/the_ribbon_hero