Netflix and Wit Studio have just released the first trailer for Moonrise , an original anime series set to premiere on April 10. This ambitious project takes viewers to a futuristic world where humanity is under the thumb of AI, and criminals are banished to the Moon. What starts as a simple conflict between Earth and its lunar colony quickly spirals into a complex web of politics, betrayal, and survival.

At the heart of the story is Jack, a young man who joins Earth’s military after losing his family to rebels. As he fights for justice, he uncovers secrets that challenge everything he thought he knew about the resistance leader and the war itself. The narrative raises thought-provoking questions about power, freedom, and what it means to be human in a world controlled by machines.

The project bears striking similarities to Robert A. Heinlein’s The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, suggesting that screenwriter Tow Ubukata may have been inspired by Heinlein’s exploration of rebellion and self-determination. Fans of the genre will appreciate the depth and nuance brought to the story.

Hiromu Arakawa, renowned for her work on Fullmetal Alchemist, lends her artistic brilliance to the character designs, while Ayumi Yamada ensures they translate beautifully into animation. Masashi Koizuka (Attack on Titan) directs the series with his trademark flair for high-stakes drama, and Re Kawasaki (To Your Eternity) delivers a score that perfectly complements the story’s emotional weight.

With its stellar team and ambitious storytelling, Moonrise could redefine what fans expect from sci-fi anime.

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