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The upcoming anime adaptation of 'My Girlfriend's Friend' reveals its cast and is set to premiere on October 4, 2026. Airots and Ceui will perform the theme songs.

The anime adaptation of Jura's manga, My Girlfriend's Friend, is officially set to debut on October 4, 2026. This announcement was made on September 4, 2026, via the show’s official website, which also revealed new cast members and a main promotional video.
Among the newly announced cast members are Riho Sugiyama, who will voice Miyuki, and Ryōka Yuzuki, who will portray Kaori's mother. This adds to an already exciting lineup for anime fans eager to see this story come to life.
The series will feature a notable music connection as Airots performs the opening theme titled "Gingira", while Ceui will handle the ending theme, "False Love". The promotional video available on the official website highlights these tracks, setting the tone for the series' musical style.
The anime will air on Tokyo MX starting at 25:05 (effectively at 1:05 a.m. on October 5), with episodes also set to air on BS11 beginning October 7. Furthermore, a special version, referred to as the "Complete Deregula" version, will be available for streaming on AnimeFesta starting October 5 at 1:05 a.m. The on-air version will also be accessible on other platforms following its television debut.
Anchoring the project is Takashi Andō, serving as director at Quad. Other contributors include Gokō Shiraki, who is overseeing the scriptwriting, and Ryūji Iwata, responsible for character design. The production credits also go to WWWave Corporation and Deregula. A host of other professionals—including sound director Hiroki Nishiyama, director of photography Makoto Tōgō, and animation producer Naoto Awano—play key roles, reflecting the extensive backing this anime has received.
My Girlfriend's Friend revolves around high schooler Takeru, whose relationship with girlfriend Kaori becomes complicated when her friend Tomoko attempts to seduce him. The series promises to explore themes of fidelity and temptation, which could resonate with a broad audience, particularly younger viewers interested in drama and romance. Given the success of similar genres, there is potential for strong engagement from fans of romantic anime, especially as the original manga has found its footing since debuting in Kodansha's YanMaga Web in May 2021.
As the series nears its premiere date, fans are eager to see how the narrative will translate from the page to the screen and how the newly announced cast will enhance the story dynamics.
The announcement of My Girlfriend's Friend’s cast and premiere date marks a significant step in building anticipation for this new anime adaptation. With a talented production team and engaging theme songs, the series aims to capture the interest of viewers when it debuts in October. As the launch date approaches, further promotional materials may provide additional insights into character development and narrative style, potentially increasing enthusiasm among fans of the original manga.
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