Chainsmoker Cat Anime Gets Uncut 'Evil Dragon Unleashed' Version
The dual-version release signals a deliberate split between broadcast-friendly content and a director-approved cut, a rare formal distinction for a TV anime.
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The Chainsmoker Cat anime will have two versions: an 'Evil Dragon Unleashed' cut that respects the director's intent, available on AT-X and several streaming services, and an 'On-Air' version for terrestrial broadcast. The series premieres July 2 on Tokyo MX and BS11, with AT-X airing starting July 25.
The television anime of Nyan Nyan Factory's Chainsmoker Cat manga will be released in two distinct versions, the official website announced Tuesday. The 'Evil Dragon Unleashed' version, described as respecting the work's directorial intent, will be available on AT-X and streaming services including Netflix, AnimeFesta, DMM TV, Fuji TV On Demand, Hulu, and Anime Times in Japan. The 'On-Air' version is made for terrestrial television broadcast. Sixteen other streaming services will carry only the 'On-Air' cut.
The original manga, published in English by Seven Seas, follows Yani, a catgirl with a severe smoking addiction who lives in a messy apartment. The anime stars Yūko Natsuyoshi as Yani, with Misato Matsuoka, Yurie Funato, Ayaka Shimizu, Shiori Izawa, Riko Akechi, Tetsu Inada, and Rina Honnizumi in supporting roles. Taku Kimura directs at Bibury Animation Studio, with scripts by Takashi Aoshima. The series premieres July 2 on Tokyo MX and BS11, and on AT-X from July 25.
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