Prime Video has announced an original anime anthology series titled Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26, set to premiere November 7, 2025 in over 240 countries and territories. The series adapts eight one-shot manga stories authored by Tatsuki Fujimoto between the ages of 17 to 26, collected in the volumes Before Chainsaw Man 17–21 and Before Chainsaw Man 22–26.
Episode Craft & Studios
Each short is being produced by a different studio:
- ZEXCS, Lapin Track, Studio Graph77, 100studio, Studio Kafka, and P.A. Works share production duties across the eight episodes.
⏳ Why It Matters
| Factor | Significance |
|---|---|
| Creator Archival Vision | Offers fans insight into Fujimoto’s early creative voice and narrative experimentation. |
| Diverse Visual Styles | The multi-studio anthology allows for rich stylistic variety—appealing to visual creators seeking distinct aesthetics. |
| Global Streaming Strategy | Wide release on Prime Video maximizes accessibility for international anime audiences. |
| Curated Brand Expansion | Deepens Fujimoto’s narrative universe beyond Chainsaw Man and Look Back, strengthening his standout auteur branding. |
