First Look: Prime Video Unveils Extensive Preview of Tatsuki Fujimoto's Formative '17-26' Anime Anthology

The anticipation surrounding the Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 anime anthology has reached a fever pitch, following the release of an extensive preview compilation. Prime Video Japan has unveiled a 17-minute and 26-second video showcase, offering global fans an unprecedented look into the formative genius of the acclaimed creator behind mega-hits like Chainsaw Man and Look Back.

This groundbreaking anthology project meticulously adapts eight of Fujimoto’s earliest one-shot manga stories, all conceived during his transformative years between the ages of 17 and 26. This collection is a kaleidoscopic journey through the diverse genres that define Fujimoto's unique narrative fingerprint, encompassing everything from gritty post-apocalyptic survival tales and unsettling psychological dramas to moments of surreal comedy and heartfelt sci-fi romance.

The project has already garnered significant critical acclaim, notably for the inclusion of the short film “Shikaku,” which secured the prestigious Audience Prize at the 2025 Bucheon International Animation Festival. Following a successful, albeit limited, theatrical run in Japan, and a high-profile international debut at the Global Stage Hollywood film festival in October, the anthology is now poised for massive global distribution.

Fans worldwide can mark their calendars for November 7, 2025, when Tatsuki Fujimoto 17-26 begins streaming exclusively on Prime Video across more than 240 countries and territories.

The sheer scope of the production is reflected in the collaborative efforts of seven distinct directors and six renowned animation studios, including industry heavyweights such as P.A.WORKS, ZEXCS, Lapin Track, GRAPH77, 100studio, and Studio Kafka. Lending their voices to this eclectic mix of tales are top-tier voice actors Kana Hanazawa and Tomokazu Sugita. Production oversight comes from Avex Animation Labels, with Ryo Oyama, a key producer and board member of FLAGSHIP LINE, steering the project.

Featuring titles as varied as the whimsical "A Couple Clucking Chickens Were Still Kickin' in the Schoolyard," the enigmatic "Love is Blind," and the intriguing "Nayuta of the Prophecy," this anthology serves as an essential historical document. It provides deep insight into the creative evolution and singular vision that launched one of manga’s most influential contemporary voices. The newly released YouTube preview clips further cement the excitement, ensuring that both long-time devotees and new audiences can prepare for this exceptional cinematic exploration of Fujimoto's origins.