Disney has taken a significant step in its foray into the world of anime and video games with the release of ‘Twisted Wonderland’. Originally conceived as a mobile video game, ‘Twisted Wonderland’ has also generated an exciting manga series that complements its narrative. The story follows a protagonist who, through a mirror, is transported to a magical world where he finds himself at Night Ravens College, an academy with houses inspired by Disney classics such as ‘The Little Mermaid’, ‘Aladdin’, ‘Alice in Wonderland’, and ‘The Lion King’.
Video game, manga, and now anime
The anime ‘Twisted Wonderland’ is scheduled to premiere on October 29, and it is already known that the first season will consist of eight episodes, with a new episode released weekly. There are expectations that the series will extend to three seasons, each focused on different adaptations of the manga, including the episodes of Heartslabyul, Savanaclaw, and Octavinelle. This episodic approach offers fans of the franchise a deeper immersion into the narrative and characters.
The character design and original idea are by Yana Toboso, known for her work on ‘Black Butler’, while Takahiro Natori, recognized for ‘Tokyo Mew Mew New’, directs the series. The animation will be done by Yumeta Company and Graphinica, which promises a visual quality that will complement the rich story of the ‘Twisted Wonderland’ universe. However, the success of the anime will depend on its ability to retain the followers of the video game and the manga, raising expectations for this new release from Disney.