Netflix is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Japan this September, marking a decade of daring, high-quality storytelling that has reached audiences around the world.
To usher in its next chapter, the streamer announced three new titles: the drama “Straight to Hell,” the comedy “Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?,” and the anime “STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.”
‘Straight to Hell’: The untold story of Hosoki Kazuko
“Straight to Hell” explores the turbulent life of Hosoki Kazuko, Japan’s most famous fortune-teller, whose sharp predictions and best-selling books made her a phenomenon.
“I knew of Kazuko Hosoki, but I didn’t know what kind of person she really was…” Toda Erika, who plays Hosoki, said.
She added that the story “portrays the real life of Kazuko Hosoki from not so long ago — one you don’t know — and I’m certain it will draw you into this world and toss you around.”
Director Takimoto Tomoyuki added that Hosoki Kazuko’s “little-known rise from post-war poverty is immensely compelling and overflowing with classic drama: love, betrayal, ambition, ill intent, and self-preservation.”
The series streams in 2026 on Netflix.
‘Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?’: A comedy of recognition
Kudo Kankuro and producer Isoyama Aki reunite for “Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?” It stars Yakusho Koji as Takasegawa Gen, an actor who returns to Japan only to find he’s been completely forgotten.
Yakusho shared: “Based on Mr. Kankuro Kudo’s brilliant script — which is intricate, wild, funny, and strangely moving — I’m having a great time filming with the cast and crew, even in the intense summer heat.”
Screenwriter Kudo said: “Whether you’re an actor, a screenwriter, or just someone with a social media account, everyone has a surplus of desire for recognition… That troublesome human tendency — I’ve portrayed it as a comedy.”
The comedy is in production and streams in 2026.
‘STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’: A long-awaited anime
Rounding out Netflix’s slate is one of the most anticipated anime adaptations yet: “STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.”
Based on Araki Hirohiko’s globally beloved manga, the series follows Johnny Joestar, a former jockey who lost the use of his legs, as he joins outlaw Gyro Zeppeli in a high-stakes horse race across 19th-century America.
Director Kimura Yasuhiro said: “’STEEL BALL RUN’ is a story that depicts characters running through a grand race, staking their own beliefs. My heart is pounding with excitement to be entrusted with directing this anime adaptation.”
This article was written with the help of AI, based on a Netflix Newsroom story, and was reviewed and edited by the Hallyu Dorama team.