Get ready for the release of "Torture," Princess episode 1 on January 9, 2024. Based on a popular manga, this series boasts a star-studded cast, including Haruka Shiraishi and Tesshō Genda, raising hopes for an engaging storyline.
The anime's impressive trailer, featuring theme songs by Shallm and LEEVELLES, offers a sneak peek at its high production quality. With the talented Yoko Kanemori directing and Kazuyuki Fudeyasu handling scripts, along with the manga's popularity, there's a buzz of excitement that this release could be a comedic hit in the vein of classics like Konosuba.
Disclaimer- This article contains minor spoilers for the series.
'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess episode 1 release date and timings
The first episode of "Torture," Princess is scheduled for release in Japan at 12:00 am JST on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. The manga consists of approximately 214 chapters and is published on a weekly basis.
The release timings for different time zones are listed below.
Time zones | Release date and time |
Pacific Daylight Time | 7:00 am, Monday, January 8 |
Eastern Daylight Time | 10:00 am, Monday, January 8 |
British Summer Time | 3:00 pm, Monday, January 8 |
Central European Summer Time | 4:00 pm, Monday, January 8 |
Indian Standard Time | 8:30 pm, Monday, January 8 |
Philippine Standard Time | 11:00 pm, Monday, January 8 |
Australia Central Standard Time | 12:30 am, Tuesday, January 9 |
'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess episode 1 streaming details
The anime features Princess and Excalibur (Image via Studio PINE JAM)
'Tis Time for "Torture," Princess is set to premiere on Saturday, January 9, 2023, at 12:00 am JST. It will be broadcasted on Tokyo MX and BS11 in Japan. The anime will primarily focus on comedy and is expected to have a total of 12 episodes.
International streaming details haven't been revealed. However, it is rumored that the series will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
Everything to know about the anime
The anime Torture Tortura has revealed exciting details in its latest trailer, including the opening theme "Massakasa Magic!" by Shallm, and the closing theme "Ashita was Ashita no Kaze ga Fuku" by LEEVELLES. (Image via Studio PINE JAM)
The anime trailer features Princess, portrayed by Haruka Shiraishi, along with Chikahiro Kobayashi as Ex, Shizuka Itou as Torture Tortura, and Tesshō Genda as Hell-Lord, among others. The director, Yoko Kanemori, led the production at PINE JAM studios, with Kazuyuki Fudeyasu overseeing scripts. The creative team also includes Toshiya Kono and Satoshi Furuhashi for character design, and Masaru Yokoyama for the music composition.
Princess as shown in the anime trailer (Image via Studio PINE JAM)
The manga, released on Shueisha's Shonen Jump+ in April 2019, quickly gained widespread popularity, amassing over 200 million views. The gripping story follows a captive princess enduring brutal tortures at the hands of the Hellhorde. The 12th compiled volume of the manga was released in Japan on July 4, 2023.
Final thoughts
Princess's First Torture Sessions: A Stellar Cast and Captivating Storyline
"Torture" is set to be a highly anticipated Winter 2024 series, boasting a stellar cast, captivating storyline, and promising production quality. With the potential to evoke the spirit of Konosuba, the show promises to be a must-watch for anime fans.
Fans are eagerly waiting for this anime, anticipating a delightful blend of humor and engaging storytelling.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate anime fan, I am eagerly awaiting the premiere of "Torture, Princess" episode 1. The trailer has already given us a glimpse into the twisted and captivating world of the series, and I can't wait to see how the story unfolds. The star-studded cast and impressive production quality have raised my expectations even higher, and I believe this anime has the potential to be a comedic hit.
The unique premise of a captive princess enduring brutal tortures at the hands of the Hellhorde has me intrigued and excited. The combination of humor and engaging storytelling is a formula that has worked well in the past, and I am confident that "Torture, Princess" will follow in the footsteps of successful anime like Konosuba. The release of episode 1 on January 9, 2024, can't come soon enough, and I am counting down the days until I can immerse myself in this twisted and hilarious world.