An anime adaptation of eight short stories by Tatsuki Fujimoto, creator of Chainsaw Man, will premiere on Prime Video on November 8, 2025, under the collection titled Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26, showcasing stories written during his early career.

The stories span diverse themes such as survival, adolescent impulses, romantic sci-fi, love between humans and mermaids, gender identity, and sibling rivalry, each with unique narratives and visual styles.

This anthology offers fans insight into Fujimoto's early storytelling and artistic development, highlighting his raw, twisted style that led to his later success.

The series features a notable voice cast including Kensho Ono, Kana Hanazawa, Tomokazu Sugita, and Junichi Suwabe.

Seven directors from six animation studios, including ZEXCS, Lapin Track, and P.A. WOKKS, are involved, with each short story handled by a different studio to ensure diverse artistic interpretations.

The project is produced under the supervision of FLAGSHIP LINE, with multiple studios contributing to the adaptation.

Fujimoto initially expressed anxiety about adapting his early works but trusts the talented directors involved, believing the adaptation is well-crafted.

Prime Video’s Thomas Dubois highlighted that these stories capture the creative spark behind Chainsaw Man and Look Back, and will resonate with a global audience.

The collection includes stories such as 'A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin’ in the Schoolyard,' 'Love is Blind,' 'Mermaid Rhapsody,' and 'Nayuta of the Prophecy,' each with distinct staff and cast.

This announcement coincides with the release of Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc in theaters, marking a busy year for Fujimoto fans.

Additional updates include new cast members for upcoming anime series like Onmyo Kaiten Re:Birth Verse and the second season of I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince.

Other entertainment highlights include the return of Evangelion films to Japanese theaters in 2025-2026 and the upcoming release of the second live-action Golden Kamuy film in March 2026.