Netflix movie “The Ribbon Hero Ribbon Hero” based on the masterpiece manga “Ribbon Knight” drawn by Osamu Tezuka. When the ban on teaser visuals was lifted last month, it received a great response, such as being number one in Yahoo! In addition, expectations are rising both in Japan and overseas, with the decision to screening at the “Annecy Presents” section of the world’s largest animation film festival “Annecy Animation Film Festival 2026”.
The Netflix world exclusive distribution date for this work has been decided on Saturday, August 8, 2026. At the same time, the main visual, the first preview, the cast, who is the voice of the main character, and the cast 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.

The main visual and the first preview have been lifted!
In addition, a comment has arrived from Saya (Laland), who plays the main character, Sapphire!

The main visual, which has been released this time, has a finish reminiscent of a single painting. What is drawn in a particularly big way is the transformation of the main character, Sapphire. With a sword in one hand, he looks at his mind. In the center, there are sapphires before transformation with a large red ribbon, and three new characters. What is the “thought” touched on the catchphrase? Also, I would like to pay attention to the background that Sapphire came to have a sword.

At the same time, the first notice has also been lifted.
The footage begins with a gruesome kingdom, soldiers, and a painful cry of sapphire. What appeared in front of the sapphire, who seemed to be in a desperate situation… Sapphire wrapped in a ribbon gains the power to transform. After finding out the meaning of surviving, she says, “For everyone in need.” While the positive depiction is projected, there is also a figure of a person with a fearless smile.
Expectations are high for the development of the story, whether the hero born with the voice of “Ribbon Knight, Arrival” can regain the world.

◆ 1st preview YouTube

https://youtu.be/omahhbnkeyk

In addition, the cast of the main character, Sapphire, was also announced. Sapphire is played by Saya (Laland), who will be the first voice actor to be a voice actor in a feature film. Saya commented that when she was selected for the lead role, the director said, “Sapphire’s upbringing and background overlap.” He also said, “I’ve never had a job where I’ve been struggling and enjoying the challenge since I was over 30. I’d be happy if you could take a look!”
Please look forward to the future development of this work, which has many parts that are still wrapped in veil.

Saya (Laland) full comment

This is Laland Saya, who played the role of Sapphire.
So far, I’ve been confident in any genre of work, but this time I was a little frightened by the offer to give the voice of the main character. This is because I respected the creation of the world of anime, if it was different, meticulous, and exceptional.
I think that the original “Ribbon Knight” was the first shoujo manga to draw “Fighting Woman” as the main character. The director told me that there was a part of Sapphire’s background and background that overlapped with me, and I made up my mind. I thought that Sapphire also had a motto of retaliating with humor as a recoil of a predicament.
I’m not a main business by any means, and I think that there are some harsh voices for me to play an important role. However, I focused on maximizing the voice of Sapphire’s heart. Beyond the age of 30, there has never been a job that has been struggling and enjoyable. I would be happy if you could take a look!

Saya (Laland) Profile
Advanced to the semi-finals for the second consecutive year in the comedy duo M-1 Grand Prix 2019 and 2020 formed by the comedy circle of Sophia University. After that, he established Lemon Jam Co., Ltd., a private office with Saya as the president.
Saya has appeared in many dramas as an actor, such as “The Best Teacher”, “New Airport Occupy” (both on Nippon Television), and “Let’s make it by you” (TBS). In addition, he is active in a wide range of activities, such as serving as a vocalist in a band and praise with Enon Kawatani under the name of CLR.

Work information

■ Title of work
“The Ribbon Hero Ribbon Hero”

■ Introduction
Sapphire, Princess of the Lost Kingdom.
The disaster “Nergal” stolen everything from his hometown Silverland, and at the end of despair, he arrives at Goldland.
Despite her past, she began to come into contact with the kindness of people and began to find modest hopes.
However, as if ridiculing the peaceful life, the calamity “Nergal” appears again.
The despair that once brought its hometown to ashes is now about to take away the light from this place.
Nothing is lost anymore. Don’t let anyone lose it.
Shake away the tears of sadness, the girl takes the sword.
This is the story of a hero who tied a ribbon and decided to resist his fate.

■ Cast
Sapphire: Saya (Laland)

■ Staff
Director: Yuki Igarashi / Original plan: Osamu Tezuka “Ribbon Knight” / Screenplay: Junko Kamura
Character draft: Kei Mochizuki / Cooperation with character draft: Mai Yoneyama
Animation Character Design: Kazunari Aragaki / Art Director: Cedric Errol
Nergal Design: OKAMA / Art Director: Masanobu Nomura / Color Design: Natsumi Watanabe
CG Director: Akane Nagamine / Director: Hikaru Fukuda / Edited by Junichi Uematsu
Music: Akatsuki Kamimae (MONACA) Ryuichi Takada (MONACA) / Sound director: Keiichiro Miyoshi / Sound production: Tohoku Shinsha
Production: Twin Engine / Production: Outline

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