Hell Teacher Anime Set for 2025 Premiere: New Teaser, Plot & More to Know

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As a devoted fan of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube for decades, I am beyond excited to hear that the beloved manga series is getting a new anime project in 2025! The teaser visual and trailer have only fueled my anticipation further.

In 2025, the anime adaptation of the popular Japanese horror manga “Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube” is scheduled for release. A teaser image and trailer have been unveiled, along with a bilingual website in English and Japanese. No information regarding the production team or actors has been disclosed yet. This long-running manga franchise, created by Sho Makura (writer) and Takeshi Okano (illustrator), continues to terrify audiences with its supernatural horror themes.

From September 1993 to May 1999, the manga “Jigoku Sensei Nūbē” was published as a serial in Weekly Shōnen Jump magazine by Shueisha. The series consisted of 276 chapters and was collected into 31 tankōbon volumes. As of December 2014, there were approximately 24 million copies of this manga in circulation.

Hell Teacher anime is set for 2025 premier 

On June 21, Sunday, Shueisha made an exciting announcement: A new anime adaptation of Takeshi Okano and Sho Makura’s manga series “Jigoku Sensei Nube” is set to release in 2025. To add to the excitement, Shueisha unveiled a sneak peek visual and promotional video for the upcoming project. Moreover, the September issue of Saikyō Jump magazine, to be published on August 2, will include a new “Jigoku Sensei Nube” one-shot. The creators, Makura and Okano, also shared their thoughts about this development on the anime’s official website in English.

“I’m excited that we’re receiving a fresh anime adaptation in this Reiwa period. Due to technological progress and the passage of time, the setting has been revamped, and Class 5-3’s students now have a contemporary makeover. Prepare yourself for an entirely new visual experience while still enjoying Nube’s endearing qualities.”

“After all this time, the anime adaptation is officially underway! I’m thrilled to announce this long-kept secret! It’s been a challenging journey maintaining silence, but now I can proudly declare it aloud! I’m overjoyed and cannot contain my excitement!” – Okano’s paraphrased comment.

Makura and Okano created a 31-part manga series titled “Jigoku Sensei Nube” in Weekly Shonen Jump magazine by Shueisha from 1993 to 1999, resulting in over 29 million copies sold. The series was later reissued as 20 volumes in 2006. In 2014, they published a continuation of the original manga, “Jigoku Sensei Nube: Ōmagatoki,” in Grand Jump. Following this, they produced a sequel, “Jigoku Sensei Nube Neo,” which concluded in December 2018, and a spinoff titled “Jigoku Sensei Nube S,” which started in Saikyō Jump in 2018. The manga franchise consists of the 10-volume “Reibaishi Izuna” and its sequel, “Reibaishi Izuna Ascension.”

As of December 2014, there were approximately 24 million copies of the manga in print. By August 2023, this number had grown to over 28 million when accounting for all versions, including spin-offs. And by July 2024, a total of over 29 million copies had been circulated.

From April 13, 1996, to August 7, 1997, a 49-episode anime series created by Toei Animation aired on TV Asahi. The show’s opening theme was “Bari Bari Saikyou no. 1” by Feel So Bad. For the first ending credits, “Mienai Chikara -Invisible One-” by B’z was used. Later in the series, “Spirit” by Pamelah served as the ending theme.

The plot of Hell Teacher 

The description on the anime’s announcement video describes the story of Hell Teacher in English as;

In this captivating tale, we join Meisuke Nueno, better known as “Nube,” on his journey. A gifted teacher with psychic abilities and a demonic appendage, Nube stands as the protector of his pupils. He engages in thrilling battles against malevolent spirits and terrifying beasts, drawing from the rich traditions of Japanese mythology and folklore to deliver an enthralling action adventure that will surely delight fans.

Nube, famous for weaving occult and horror themes into school ghost stories and urban legends, kept audiences hooked spanning generations through his valiant attempts to shield pupils from sinister supernatural perils.

In a small town named Dōmori, there is an elementary school teacher by the name of Meisuke Nueno, also known as Nūbē. He teaches Class 5–3 at this school. However, his role extends beyond that of an educator. Unseen to the eyes of the students and townsfolk, Nūbē is a proficient exorcist. Armed with the power of a mighty demon residing in his left hand, he wields this strength to safeguard Dōmori from supernatural perils. This ability, which he refers to as the Demon’s Hand, empowers him to confront and vanquish malevolent forces that lurk in the shadows.

At Dōmori Elementary School, things appear ordinary until an unusual incident occurs, typically affecting one of Nūbē’s pupils. In response, Nūbē must take matters into his hands, employing the Demon’s Hand as his primary tool to resolve the issue. However, there are instances when another spiritual weapon or a more thoughtful approach such as reasoning or placating the menacing entity is necessary to restore peace.

Towards the close, Nūbē and his pupils usually gain new insights from their experiences, returning life to its customary rhythm. The majority of this show follows a routine pattern of episodes, eschewing a comprehensive narrative in favor of focusing on characters’ actions. However, there are recurring adversaries and some extended storylines that emerge towards the series’ conclusion.

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2024-07-22 12:07