The anticipation for a remake of Bleach has reached a boiling point, particularly following the release of a promotional video commemorating the series’ 20th anniversary on October 5, 2024. Created by Pierrot Films, this brief clip highlights memorable scenes from the series, revitalizing them with contemporary animation techniques.
Pierrot Film’s striking production for the anniversary video adds fresh vibrancy to Ichigo’s saga, captivating fans beyond their expectations. Consequently, numerous fans have expressed their desire on X (formerly Twitter) for the original creator, Tite Kubo, and the production team to make an official announcement regarding a Bleach remake.
What sparked fan enthusiasm for a Bleach remake?
The promotional video, shared on Aniplex’s YouTube channel, celebrated Bleach’s 20th anniversary. The anime, based on Tite Kubo’s popular manga, debuted its first episode on October 5, 2024, under the production of Studio Pierrot.
This exciting clip revisited pivotal moments from the Soul Society Arc, featuring Ichigo Kurosaki as he battled Kenpachi Zaraki and Byakuya Kuchiki to rescue Rukia Kuchiki from her execution. The video also revisited the unforgettable fights from the Hueco Mundo arc, including Ichigo’s confrontations with Grimmjow and Ulquiorra Cifer, culminating in the climactic face-off between Ichigo and Aizen, highlighted by their clash of Zanpakutos.
The final segment of the video showcases Ichigo’s evolution—from an ordinary human to a Soul Reaper, and ultimately to a Hollow—ending with his current form, accompanied by his friends.
What’s truly remarkable is that instead of relying on footage from the original series, Pierrot Films has updated these iconic scenes using modern animation technology, giving the entire video a cinematic feel.
This fresh take almost presents the promotional video as a teaser for a potential Bleach remake, enhancing each key moment, from Rukia’s path to execution to Ichigo’s iconic battles with the Soul Reapers, all rendered with striking detail.
Through its production of the anniversary video, Pierrot Films has illustrated how a remake could transform the atmosphere of the anime. This notion becomes more plausible considering One Piece has recently announced a remake under the production of Wit Studio.
A Bleach remake would follow a similar trend, and the high-quality animation of the promotional clip has invigorated fans with hope that the studio will green-light the project.
The rationale behind a Bleach remake
Though an official announcement regarding a remake has yet to be made, the enthusiastic response to the anniversary video suggests that such a decision would undeniably be profitable for the studio and the creators involved.
The anime’s adaptation of the Thousand-Year Blood War arc has also received acclaim from viewers, attracting a new audience to the franchise. Furthermore, Studio Pierrot’s newly established subsidiary, Pierrot Films, has demonstrated a knack for developing high-quality anime in a shorter timeframe.
Thus, if a Bleach remake were to come under the direction of Pierrot Films, it could beautifully re-envision Tite Kubo’s story with modern animation. Given that the manga is fully completed, the production team would not need to worry about filler episodes, allowing the remake to deliver a fulfilling experience to both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Fan reactions to the 20th-anniversary video and calls for a Bleach remake
The 20th-anniversary promotional video crafted by Pierrot Films has sparked considerable excitement among fans, who are now clamoring for a Bleach remake. Many have reached out to Tite Kubo, expressing their desire to see past battles brought to life with updated animation.
“KUBO give me a full bleach Remake and my life is yours”- A fan expressed.
“My god kubo if you’re listening we WANT a bleach remake”- another fan added.
“Please remake bleach kubo!”- another plea from a fan.
Fans have pointed out how stunning the animation looks in the Thousand-Year Blood War arc, which certainly illustrates their admiration for Kubo and his creation.
“PIERROT WHY YOU SHOW THIS BLEACH EARLY ARC WITH TYBW ANIMATION STYLE LIKE THIS?! NOW I WISH WE GOT BLEACH REMAKE. IT’S SO BEAUTIFUL MAN”- one fan lamented.
“Maybe it’s just me, but something tells me this is a test run to see people’s reaction for a possible remake. It’s just me tho”- another fan speculated.
Final Thoughts
The resounding acclaim of the 20th Anniversary promotional video has ignited fervent conversations surrounding the possibility of a Bleach remake. While no official word has been shared, fans are eager to witness Ichigo Kurosaki’s adventures reimagined in contemporary animation in the future.
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