I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History Season 1 Release Date, Streaming Options, and Additional Details

I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History is set to premiere its first episode on October 2, 2024, in Japan. Before the launch, this comedic Isekai series has excited fans with a promotional video featuring the character, Alicia Williams, who will be brought to life by the skilled voice actor Kanna Nakamura.

With MAHO Film in charge of the animation, I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History is an adaptation of the light novel series of the same name. Enterbrain has been serializing the light novels since August 2019, with a total of 6 volumes currently published.

Release Date of I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History

I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History (Image via MAHO Film) — I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History (Image via MAHO Film)

As mentioned earlier, I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History will air first on October 2, 2024, in Japan. Following this, the series will be available worldwide on October 1, depending on various time zones.

According to Crunchyroll, the anime will be accessible in Europe, Africa, North America, Central America, South America, the Middle East, Oceania, and CIS countries.

The first season will consist of 13 episodes, with new episodes being released weekly from early October through December.

Where to Watch I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History

A still from I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes in History episode 1 (Image via MAHO Film) — A still from I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes in History episode 1 (Image via MAHO Film)

Fans can catch the premiere of I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History episode 1 on Crunchyroll, as it will be part of the platform’s exciting Fall 2024 lineup. Viewers within Japan and globally with a Crunchyroll subscription will be able to stream the episode right after its release.

In Japan, the episode will also air on networks like Tokyo MX, BS11, HTB, AT-X, and 26 other affiliate channels. Other platforms where the anime will be available include Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, ABEMA, DMN TV, Lemino, and several others.

Plot of I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History

The story centers around Alicia Williams, the eldest daughter of the noble Williams family known for their expertise in dark magic. With her striking midnight black hair and captivating eyes, Alicia is also characterized by her sharp tongue and malevolent nature, fitting the role of a villainess in an otome game.

A real-world young woman becomes enamored with Alicia and wishes to become her. Unfortunately or fortunately, a series of bizarre events allow her wish to come true, resulting in her death but subsequent reincarnation as 7-year-old Alicia within the same game.

Armed with prior knowledge of the game’s events, this new “Alicia”is determined to become the greatest villainess in history. However, she quickly learns that circumventing Alicia’s fated path is not as simple as it appears.

More Information on I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History

The first season of I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History is directed by Yuji Yanase at MAHO Film. The series composition is managed by Sawako Hirabayashi, while character design is handled by Yuko Watabe and Eri Kojima. The music for the anime is composed by Moe Hyuga.

The star-studded voice cast features Kanna Nakamura as Alicia Williams, Kaito Ishikawa as Duke Seeker, Shouya Chiba as Gale Evans, Ayumu Murase as Finn Smith, and Nobuhiko Okamoto as Curtis Kenwood, among many other talented artists.

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