Fans of supernatural thrillers can anticipate the January 10, 2026, premiere of the anime adaptation of Shizumu Watanabe’s manga, Dead Account, airing within TV Asahi‘s IMAnimation block.The series follows a modern exorcist navigating a world increasingly intertwined with digital spaces and the spirits within.Following a stalled live-action project of Watanabe’s earlier work, Real Account, this adaptation arrives amid growing interest in stories blending the mystical with contemporary technology. The latest announcement included a reveal of key voice cast members and previewed the series’ opening and closing themes.
The anime adaptation of Shizumu Watanabe’s manga Dead Account is slated to premiere on January 10, 2026, as part of TV Asahi’s IMAnimation block. The announcement, made via the official Dead Account website, comes as interest in digitally-infused supernatural narratives continues to grow.
Voice Cast Revealed
A third promotional video released alongside the premiere date announcement revealed six new additions to the voice cast. These actors will be voicing supporting characters in the series.
- Fumiya Imai (Given) will voice Dei Surugi.
- Gen Sato (Dr. STONE) will voice Minoru Wagari.
- Maaya Uchida (Hamefura, Chainsaw Man) will voice Eru Kusaba.
- Kentarou Kumagai (Dungeon Meshi) will voice Ikko Owada.
- Masaya Miyazaki (The Irregular at Magic High School) will voice Kiri Namekawa.
- Jun Fukuyama (Code Geass, Nanatsu no Taizai) will voice Ban Ashina.
Soundtrack Details
The latest trailer also provided a preview of the series’ opening and ending themes. The opening theme, titled “Dead End,” will be performed by singer-songwriter Haru Igarashi. The ending theme, “Raise wa Douse” (In the Next Life Anyway), will be sung by Miyu Kaneko.
About the Manga
Dead Account, created by Shizumu Watanabe, initially launched in Weekly Shonen Magazine in January 2023 before moving to the Magazine Pocket application. The story centers on a modern exorcist battling spirits in a highly connected world. This announcement follows the cancellation of a live-action adaptation of the author’s previous work, Real Account, earlier this year, placing increased attention on the anime project.
Will the blend of modern exorcism and social media themes in Dead Account resonate with audiences?
