Prepare for the Winter Arc: Undead Unluck Special Reveals December 25 Premiere, Queen Bee Tracks, and New UMA

The highly anticipated Undead Unluck anime is preparing for a significant expansion with the announcement of a spectacular one-hour special. Fans should note December 25, 2025, for the debut of this standalone installment, officially titled Undead Unluck: Winter Arc. This special promises an exhilarating deepening of the series' established lore.

Adding immense weight to this event, the special features an entirely original narrative crafted personally by the manga's acclaimed creator, Yoshifumi Tozuka. This ensures the special holds canonical significance and provides fresh excitement for long-time readers and viewers.

Production Details and New Character Introduction

Central to this new chapter is the introduction of a formidable new character, the UMA (Unidentified Mystery Animal) named Balance, whose involvement is teased as a major catalyst for the upcoming action.

Animation duties for the special are spearheaded by E&H Production, working in close collaboration with David Production to maintain the high-octane visual quality established during the first season run. The core creative team returns to guide the production, guaranteeing consistency in both style and execution. This includes the seasoned director Sunghoo Park, scriptwriter Gakuto Haijima, and character designers Hideyuki Morioka and Shunichi Ishimoto.

The special continues the dark, comedic, and action-packed journey of the mismatched pair: Fuuko Izumo, burdened by the catastrophic ability of Unluck, and Andy, the immortal who desperately seeks a grand, final death. Their intricate dynamic drives the plot as they strive to harness a stroke of Unluck powerful enough to grant Andy's wish, all while evading a shadowy secret organization determined to thwart their dangerous plans.

Cast and Musical Themes Confirmed

The newly released trailer not only showcases breathtaking animation but also confirms the return of musical powerhouse Queen Bee, who will provide both the opening and ending theme songs, titled "01" and "02," respectively. This continues the distinctive musical atmosphere of the franchise.

The voice cast sees veterans reprising their iconic roles: Yuichi Nakamura as Andy, Moe Kahara as Fuuko, Mariya Ise as Juiz, Rikiya Koyama as Billy, and Tomokazu Sugita as Apocalypse. They are joined by exciting new additions: Kenshō Ono steps into the role of Tella, while veteran voice actor Takehito Koyasu lends his talent to the original character Balance.

This Winter Arc is poised to deliver an emotionally charged and narrative-rich experience, broadening the scope of the Undead Unluck universe. Viewers across Japan can catch the premiere broadcast on MBS, TBS, and their affiliated networks starting on Christmas Day 2025.