'My Melody & Kuromi': Netflix's Sanrio Stop-Motion TV Show - Premiere Window & First Still Revealed!
My Melody & Kuromi is coming!
The highly anticipated Sanrio TV show, based on beloved characters My Melody and Kuromi, was teased during 2025 AnimeJapan over the weekend.
My Melody took the stage at the event to celebrate her dream of becoming a confectioner in the stop-motion series, set to release in July 2025.
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The news was also accompanied by a newly released still!
The series will serve as both a semicentennial and vicennial celebration for My Melody (50 years) and Kuromi (20 years), respectively.
Here’s a synopsis: “Get ready for a delightful adventure as My Melody & Kuromi brings the beloved Sanrio characters to life in a charming stop-motion animation series, premiering in July 2025. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi, the series takes viewers on an adventure in Mariland, their whimsical home. A special sneak peek reveals the characters in their adorable stop-motion form — and they’re so cute you’ll want to reach out and touch them!”
“My Melody is a straightforward, cheerful girl who cares deeply for her younger brother. She enjoys baking cookies with her mother. Since her debut in 1975, she has continued to be loved by a wide range of fans. Kuromi, who debuted in 2005 as My Melody’s self-proclaimed rival, may seem like a troublemaker, but she’s actually quite feminine. She is one of the most popular characters, having ranked in the Top 3 in the 2024 Sanrio character ranking.”
Director Tomoki Misato said: “I’m thrilled that this project is finally announced in this important year marking the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi! This momentous project motivated all of us to come together, take on various challenges, and push the envelope with stop-motion. I hope everyone will enjoy this exciting story set in our handcrafted Mariland, the thrilling action that pushes the limits of stop-motion, and, of course, the cute and dynamic characters.”
Screenwriter Shuko Nemoto said: “Having My Melody and Kuromi speak lines I wrote felt like a reward for me as a writer. Because of the pandemic, I couldn’t meet with Director Misato or the producers in person. But we connected remotely each week, carefully building this together. The project is filled with love for the world of My Melody, beloved by people of all ages. I believe everyone, from adults to children, will have favorite scenes and lines.”
My Melody said a statement: “Our animation with Kuromi-chan is starting this summer! ♡ I want to bring lots of excitement to all my friends.♪ Please look forward to it. ♡”
Kuromi added: “A new anime with My Melody and me is starting! All you KUROMIES around the world, you’re gonna watch it, right? Don’t miss my cuteness. ★”
Netflix also announced that it is renewing several TV shows in 2025.
Check out the first still and poster inside…