"My Melody & Kuromi" Stop-Motion Series in Works at Netflix

Netflix is expanding its Japanese animation slate with “My Melody & Kuromi,” a new stop-motion series featuring “Hello Kitty” creator Sanrio’s beloved characters, set to debut globally in July.

The series features My Melody, who since her debut in 1975 has continued to be loved by a wide range of fans, and Kuromi, who debuted in 2005 as My Melody’s self-proclaimed rival.

My Melody is a straightforward, cheerful girl who cares deeply for her younger brother and enjoys baking cookies with her mother.

Kuromi, who may seem like a troublemaker, is actually quite feminine and has ranked in the Top 3 in the 2024 Sanrio character ranking.

“Pui Pui Molcar” director Tomoki Misato helms the project. Award-winning playwright Shuko Nemoto penned the script during the coronavirus pandemic.

The series marks the first stop-motion animation series from Toruku, which was established as part of WIT Studio.

"My Melody & Kuromi" joins Netflix’s 2025 Japanese lineup alongside “Bullet Train Explosion,” “Last Samurai Standing,” and “Alice in Borderland” Season 3.