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The hype is building for the return of Ranma 1/2 , Rumiko Takahashi's classic rom-com. Much of the cast from the 1989 anime adaptation will be returning, but today we're getting some fresh blood. Five modern voice actors step into five classic roles! First up is Tatewaki Kuno, the kendo-loving second year who hates Ranma Saotome but has a crush on a certain pigtailed girl. Kuno will now be voiced by Tomokazu Sugita (Skeptic in My Hero Academia ). Playing Kodachi, the Kuno sibling who vies for boy-type Ranma's affection, will be Ayane Sakura (Yotsuba Nakano in The Quintessential Quintuplets ): Related: New Ranma 1/2 World Premiere Planned for Anime NYC 2024 in August Taking over as Tofu Ono, a.k.a. Tofu-sensei, will be Toshiyuki Morikawa (the voice of Leon Kennedy in both games and films): Finally, at least for now, are the ice-skating pair of Mikado Sanzenin (voiced by...

Ranma 1/2 Remake Cast: All Characters Returning in the 2024 Anime Revealed - Main Image

The announcement of the Ranma 1/2 remake and its new and returning cast thrill anime fans worldwide for the return of the iconic martial arts dynamic duo, Ranma Saotome and Akane Tendo.

With a blend of experienced voice actors and new talent, the remake is set to provide a modern take on the new anime adaptation of the beloved Rumiko Takahashi series.

Cast and Characters Confirmed for Ranma 1/2 Remake

It’s time to relive the adventures of the gender-bending Ranma Saotome and the unforgettable characters, as some of the original cast members are confirmed to return in the remake.

This announcement was made through the live stream posted on the official X (formerly Twitter) account of the new anime.

Here are all the returning cast and characters for the Ranma 1/2 remake:

Kappei Yamaguchi (Shinichi Kudo in Case Closed...

Earlier today we got the anticipated info dump for the new Ranma 1/2 anime, with Mappa producing the latest take on the Rumiko Takahashi classic. The series premieres this October, but those who want to catch it early will be able to do so next month thanks to a world premiere at Anime NYC. Anime NYC has teamed up with Viz Media and Hot Topic for the special screening, which is set to take place on August 24, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The screening will be held at the Sakura Stage. Related: Ranma 1/2 Anime Returns With Original Voice Cast on October 5 The original cast from the two 80s and 90s anime returns for the 2024 Ranma 1/2 TV anime in mostly the same roles, including: Ranma Saotome voiced by Kappei Yamaguchi Ranma voiced by Megumi Hayashibara Akane Tendo voiced by Noriko Hidaka Nabiki Tendo voiced by Minami Takayama Kasumi Tendo voiced by...

After teasing a brand new Ranma 1/2 anime a few weeks back, the series held a special live stream on its social media accounts revealing a ton of info on the new adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi’s manga series to show how it’ll shape up. The news includes its first trailer, the first visual, the lead staff and returning cast, the opening theme song singer and broadcast information for an October 5 premiere. Ranma 1/2 First Trailer and Visual The original cast from the two 80s and 90s anime returns for the 2024 Ranma 1/2 TV anime in mostly the same roles, including: Ranma Saotome voiced by Kappei Yamaguchi Ranma voiced by Megumi Hayashibara Akane Tendo voiced by Noriko Hidaka Nabiki Tendo voiced by Minami Takayama Kasumi Tendo voiced by Kikuko Inoue Soun Tendo voiced by Akio Otsuka Genma Saotome voiced by Cho Ryoga Hibiki voiced by Koichi Yamadera Shampoo voiced by Rei Sakuma...