Uzumaki Episode 1 Release Date, Time, Streaming Options, and Additional Details

The premiere of Uzumaki episode 1 is set for Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 1:30 PM JST, and it will be available for streaming on Adult Swim. This eagerly awaited mini-series, comprising four episodes in total, has encountered several delays, heightening the excitement and skepticism among fans of Junji Ito’s renowned manga. The timing is ideal, perfectly aligning with the impending spooky season.

Uzumaki is derived from one of the most acclaimed works by horror mangaka Junji Ito. The narrative centers around spirals, a symbol that manifests as an ancient cosmic horror plaguing the town of Kurouzu-cho. Originally serialized in Shogakukan’s weekly seinen manga magazine, Big Comic Spirits, from January 19, 1998, to August 30, 1999, Uzumaki was also adapted into a film directed by Higuchinsky in 2000.

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Uzumaki Episode 1 Release Date and Time

Kirie as seen in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki) — Kirie in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

Uzumaki episode 1 is scheduled to air at 1:30 PM JST on Saturday, September 28, 2024, as part of the summer 2024 anime season. Below is the release date and time for various major time zones:

Time Zone	Release Day	Release Date	Release Time
Pacific Daylight Time	Friday	September 27, 2024	9:30 PM
Central Daylight Time	Friday	September 27, 2024	11:30 PM
Eastern Daylight Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	12:30 AM
British Summer Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	5:30 AM
Central European Summer Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	6:30 AM
India Standard Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	10 AM
Philippine Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	12:30 PM
Japan Standard Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	1:30 PM
Australian Central Standard Time	Saturday	September 28, 2024	2:00 PM

Where to Watch Uzumaki Episode 1

Shuichi as seen in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki) — Shuichi in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

As mentioned, Uzumaki episode 1 will first stream on Adult Swim, followed by availability on HBO Max. The English-subtitled version will debut on HBO Max first, and the episode will reair on Adult Swim in both Japanese and English on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

What to Expect from Uzumaki Episode 1?

Azami as seen in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki) — Azami in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

The anime follows the story of high school student Kirie Goshima, whose life alters dramatically when strange occurrences begin in her hometown of Kurouzu-cho. These eerie happenings appear to have a connection to the spiral motif.

Kirie’s companion, Shuichi Saito, is the only one who recognizes the peril associated with these spirals. Deeply cautious of them, he is determined to escape the town to avoid their sinister effects. Central to the plot is the question of whether Kirie and Shuichi can find a way out of the spiral-ridden town or if they will delve deeper into its hidden mysteries.

In Uzumaki episode 1, viewers can look forward to an introduction to Kirie and Shuichi, along with insights into their families. The animation style closely mirrors Junji Ito’s signature artistic approach.

Additional Information about the Anime

Kirie's father as seen in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki) — Kirie’s father in Uzumaki episode 1 preview (Image via Drive & Akatsuki)

Uzumaki is directed by Hiroshi Nagahama, with the script penned by Aki Itami and color design by Hiroko Umezaki.

The Japanese voice cast includes Uki Satake as Kirie Goshima, Furukawa as Kirie’s father, Shinichiro Miki as Shuichi Saito, Mika Doi as Yukie Saito, Takashi Matsuyama as Shuichi’s father, Ami Fukushima as Shiho, Katsutoshi Matsuzaki as Katayama, Mariya Ise as Azami Kurotani, Koichi Tochika as Yokota, Tatsumaru Tachibana as Tsumura Toshio, and Wataru Hatano as Okada.

The English voice cast features Abby Trott as Kirie Goshima, Robbie Daymond as Shuichi Saito, Cristina Valenzuela as Azami Kurotani, Aaron LaPlante and Doug Stone as Shuichi’s father, Max Mittelman as Katayama, and Mona Marshall as Shuichi’s mother.

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