Rumiko Takahashi revives Ranma 12 with new anime series

Renowned manga author Rumiko Takahashi is set to revive the classic shonen series Ranma 1/2 with a brand-new anime adaptation. After three decades, this gender-bending comedy will make a comeback, though details about the storyline are still under wraps. Fans can anticipate more information during a special livestream on July 17. The original series, which aired from 1989 to 1992, followed the adventures of martial artist Ranma Saotome, who turns into a girl when splashed with cold water and reverts to a boy with hot water. This revival joins Takahashi's recent reboots of Urusei Yatsura and Inuyasha, solidifying her status as a beloved figure in manga and anime.

Ranma 1/2 centers on Ranma Saotome, a skilled martial artist who is cursed to transform into a girl whenever exposed to cold water and reverts to a boy with hot water. The series combines martial arts, comedy, and romantic entanglements as Ranma navigates the challenges of his condition.

Ranma 1/2 initially ran from 1989 to 1992 and was animated by Studio Deen, known for titles like Vampire Knight and Higurashi When They Cry. While it's not confirmed if Studio Deen will animate the new series, the revival is highly anticipated by both old fans and a new generation of viewers.