On Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 11:30 p.m. JST, the first episode of the Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc will be airing. It will be broadcasted on CBC and TBS (Agaru Anime) for Japanese audiences, and will also be available for streaming on Netflix worldwide. The studio I.G. Production is responsible for the adaptation of the series.
Leading up to the premiere of episode 1 of the I.G. Production anime, a special “episode 0″was released on July 7. This episode served as a recap of the events from the original manga by Yudetamago, which was first published in the 70s and 80s.
Before his wedding day, Kinnikuman sparred with Terryman in this episode, and along the way, the friends he had made recounted the adventures they had experienced together and how they had joined the protagonist.
This series is a continuation of the 2011 manga, which acts as a direct sequel to the original Kinnikuman series from the 1970s and 1980s. As a result, this episode 0 served as an effective introduction for new viewers, providing them with an understanding of the franchise and its concept.
Please be aware that this article may contain spoilers for the Kinnikuman series.
Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc episode 1 release date and time
The first episode of the Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc is set to premiere at 11:30 p.m. JST on July 14, 2024. This release date is specifically for viewers in Japan. The following is a list of release times for episode 1 of the Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc, including their respective time zones:
| Time Zone | Release Time | Release Day | Release Date |
| Pacific Time | 7:30 am | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Central Time | 9:30 am | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Eastern Time | 10:30 am | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Greenwich Mean Time | 2:30 pm | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Central European Time | 4:30 pm | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Indian Standard Time | 8:00 pm | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Philippine Time | 10:30 pm | Sunday | July 14, 2024 |
| Australia Central Time | 12:00 am | Monday | July 15, 2024 |
Where to watch Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc episode 1?
Japanese viewers have the opportunity to tune in and watch the first episode of Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc on CBC and TBS (Agaru Anime).
International fans will also be able to view the first episode of the Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc with English subtitles through their Netflix account. A subscription fee is necessary to access the streaming service’s content.
Summary of the latest news
The first episode opened with Kinnikuman and Terryman engaged in a friendly sparring session, while Meat observed from the sidelines. As the two fighters battled, they fondly recalled their past experiences and shared flashbacks of their initial meeting, their successful tag team, and the various exciting journeys they embarked on together.
This episode also marked the appearances of several allies that Kinnikuman had made throughout the original series. Each member shared their own story, which included some significant arcs from the manga. Long-time fans will surely recognize familiar faces such as Ramenman, Warsman, and Buffaloman, who all previously battled Kinnikuman but eventually gained his respect and became his allies.
This episode serves as a recap of the events that influenced the series before moving on to the current arc. It also showcases some of the franchise’s most iconic moments, brought to life with a new animation from I.G. Production.
What to expect in Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc Episode 1?
It is highly likely that the first episode of the Kinnikuman Perfect Origin arc will show the main character ascending to the throne of his home country and getting married.
The upcoming episode will most likely feature the peace treaty between the three Chojin groups (Idol, Perfect, and Devil Chojin) represented by Terryman, Neptuneman, and Ashuraman. The arc’s antagonists, the Perfect Large Numbers, will also cause disruption during this event.
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