Netflix Confirms Live-Action "City Hunter 2" for 2027 Release
The news is officially out, and fans of the legendary sweeper are absolutely thrilled. It has been officially decided that a sequel to the hit Netflix movie City Hunter, which is based on the iconic original work by Tsukasa Hojo, is moving into production. This highly anticipated follow-up is set to be distributed worldwide exclusively on Netflix in 2027. It is really a great time for the franchise as things are looking quite big for the coming years.
Netflix movie “City Hunter 2” production decision artwork
A Milestone Year for Ryo Saeba
The timing of this announcement couldn't be better. The original City Hunter series is actually going to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2025. It is quite a massive achievement, considering the total number of books published has already exceeded 50 million copies globally. The franchise saw a major revival when it was made into a live-action movie on Netflix in 2024. In that film, Ryohei Suzuki delivered a fantastic performance playing the role of Ryo Saeba, while Nozomi Morita was spot on as Kaori Makimura. For many, this version showed why this classic action-comedy is a must-watch in the modern era.
The upcoming sequel will be directed by Keiichiro Shiraki, taking over the reins to bring more of Shinjuku's underworld to life. Interestingly, the production news was shared on March 26th, which fans know is Ryo's birthday—a very nice touch by the makers, don't you think?
Insights from the Set and Cast
The creator himself, Tsukasa Hojo, recently revealed that he visited the filming location of the sequel. He seemed very happy with what he saw and commented, "I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by the extraordinary enthusiasm that Ryohei Suzuki and the director emitted. Above all, the way Ryohei-san put his body into motion was amazing, and I could feel his determination for all the works he was involved in." It is clear that the lead actor is giving his 100% to live up to the character's legacy.
Ryohei Suzuki also shared his thoughts on the project, writing, "This time as well, I am feeling the responsibility of taking care of Tsukasa Hojo's and the fans' precious original work, and am approaching the filming with a strong sense of tension and determination." He further added some exciting teasers for what is to come:
- The Quintessential Version: In this sequel, the team aims to deliver what should be called "The City Hunter."
- Authentic Tone: Suzuki mentioned it will be the "most City Hunter-like" experience yet for the audience.
- Creative Vision: Strong involvement and positive comments have also been received from director Shiraki and executive producer Shinichi Takahashi.
As the production continues, it is obvious that the team wants to stay true to the roots while making it appealing for today's viewers. For those who loved the first part, it’s a perfect chance to see why this classic action-comedy is a must-watch for any anime or manga enthusiast. We definitely cannot wait to see Ryo and Kaori back in action on our screens in 2027.
