The popular anime series Cowboy Bebop from 1998 continues to be adored by fans. With its unique style, endearing characters, and emotional depth, it has become a staple in the world of anime. Given its immense popularity, it’s no surprise that Netflix decided to adapt it into a live-action series, despite initial doubts from fans.
Netflix has revealed that the first season of the live-action adaptation of Cowboy Bebop will premiere on November 19, 2021. Along with the premiere date, Netflix also unveiled the first images of the lead cast in character.
The main roles include John Cho as the freewheeling bounty hunter Spike Spiegel, Mustafa Shakir as Spike’s partner Jet Black, and Daniella Pineda as the enigmatic Faye Valentine. The cast also features a super-intelligent Welsh Corgi named Ein. Additionally, there will be appearances by other actors playing key characters like Viscous, Spike’s main adversary. Notably, the series will be missing the character Edward from the main cast.
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First look at live-action #CowboyBebop reveals John Cho’s Spike Spiegel, Mustafa Shakir’s Jet Black, Daniella Pineda’s Faye Valentine, and Ein. https://t.co/iXGawCXWSu pic.twitter.com/44m7my08mz
— Nick Romano (@NickARomano) August 23, 2021
Although the series faced delays, including an on-set injury to John Cho, fans can rest assured as the original anime director, Shinichirō Watanabe, served as a consultant for the project. Furthermore, the original composer, Yoko Kanno, returned to create the soundtrack for the series.
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