The upcoming TV anime adaptation of “Alma-chan Wants to Have a Family!”, based on the manga by Nanateru, has revealed its main cast in a new promotional video! Set to premiere in 2025, the series promises a heartwarming and hilarious story about a unique family dynamic. Here’s everything you need to know about the anime’s cast, story, and production.
The Story So Far
“Alma-chan Wants to Have a Family!” follows the story of Alma, a super-advanced, girl-type weapon created by two genius scientists, Enji Kamisato and Suzume Yobane. Alma possesses exceptional intelligence and physical abilities, but her greatest desire is to have a family. This wish starts to come true when she begins calling her creators “Dad” and “Mom,” leading to an unconventional yet loving family.
The manga was serialized on Kadokawa Shoten’s Comic Newtype website from July 2021 to February 2024, with three compiled volumes. A sequel manga, “Alma-chan wa Kazoku ni Naritai Z,” began serialization on the same platform in July 2024.
Synopsis
Alma, an autonomous self-learning robot with advanced combat capabilities, was created by two genius scientists, Enji Kamisato and Suzume Yobane, who developed Alma’s artificial intelligence and robotics, respectively. After being mocked by their former acquaintances, the duo work together to prove their talents to the world. Despite their professional cooperation, Enji and Suzume can’t seem to get along in their personal lives. However, their constant bickering doesn’t go unnoticed by their adorable robotic creation. Curious, Alma starts to question the true nature of her creators’ relationship, and as she learns more about humanity from those around her, Alma’s bonds with Enji and Suzume only grow stronger.
Meet the Main Cast
The anime’s official website and a recently released teaser PV have unveiled the main voice cast, bringing life to the beloved characters:
Alma (CV: Hika Tsukishiro): Alma is a highly advanced girl-type weapon created by Enji and Suzume. She looks like a human child and possesses top-level learning and physical capabilities. She recognizes her creators as her parents and grows emotionally with the help of her friends.
- Tsukishiro commented, “I’m so happy to voice Alma! Ever since I received the audition materials, I’ve been completely captivated by the warm atmosphere and cute characters. I’ll do my best to share Alma’s charming world with everyone through this anime—please look forward to it!”
Enji Kamisato (CV: Ryota Suzuki): Enji is a scientist who created Alma and is recognized as an expert in AI physics. Alma affectionately calls him “Father.” He is logical and likes to maintain a cool demeanor but also has a caring side.
- Suzuki said, “I will be voicing Kamisato Enji, a show-off and competitive character, but at the same time, completely immune to interactions with the opposite sex. I am happy to be involved in such a fun character and production. This work is sometimes funny and sometimes heartwarming, as it depicts how Alma, a girl-type weapon, and two genius scientists gradually become a family as they spend their days together, so please look forward to it!”
Suzume Yobane (CV: M・A・O): Suzume is a fellow scientist who worked alongside Enji to create Alma.
- M・A・O commented, “I found the contrast between Suzume’s character, a cool beauty and genius scientist, and the way she is completely smitten with Alma-chan, very charming! I hope people will be able to enjoy not only Alma-chan’s cuteness, but also the hectic nature of Enji and Suzume’s lack of immunity to the opposite sex, as well as the daily lives of the three of them as a ‘family.’ I look forward to seeing you all!”
Production Team
The anime adaptation is being brought to life by a talented production team:
- Director: Yasuhiro Minami (known for episode direction in “Gintama” and “Turn A Gundam”)
- Series Composition: Yukie Sugawara (known for “Overlord” seasons 1-4 and “Kino’s Journey – The Beautiful World”)
- Character Design: Mika Yamamoto (known for “ClassicaLoid” and “Tiger & Bunny 2”)
- Animation Production: Studio Flad
Studio Flad
Studio Flad is in charge of the animation production.
Yasuhiro Minami
Yasuhiro Minami will be directing the series. He has previously worked as an episode director for several “Gintama” anime and “Turn A Gundam”.
Yukie Sugawara
Yukie Sugawara is overseeing the series scripts. She is known for her work on “Overlord” seasons 1-4 and “Kino’s Journey – The Beautiful World”.
Mika Yamamoto
Mika Yamamoto is designing the characters. She has previously worked on “ClassicaLoid” and “Tiger & Bunny 2”.
Themes and Genre
“Alma-chan Wants to Have a Family!” is a blend of several genres, including:
- Comedy: The series promises plenty of humor stemming from the characters’ interactions and the absurd situations they find themselves in.
- Sci-Fi: Set in a near-future world with advanced technology, the series explores themes related to artificial intelligence and robotics.
- Slice of Life: The anime will depict the daily lives of Alma, Enji, and Suzume as they navigate their unique family dynamic.
- Romance: The series hints at a potential romantic connection between the two scientists, adding another layer to the story.
Exploring Found Family
A central theme of the series is the concept of “found family.” Despite not being related by blood, Alma, Enji, and Suzume form a close-knit bond and create their own definition of what it means to be a family.
AI and Humanity
The series also touches on the topic of artificial intelligence and what it means to be human. As Alma learns and grows, she grapples with questions about her own identity and her place in the world.
Where to Watch
The anime is scheduled to premiere in 2025, but specific release dates and streaming platforms have yet to be announced. Keep an eye on the official anime website and social media channels for updates.
Final Thoughts
With its charming characters, heartwarming story, and talented production team, “Alma-chan Wants to Have a Family!” is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated anime of 2025. Be sure to check out the teaser PV and stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date approaches!
