The upcoming anime adaptation of Aki Akimoto’s romantic comedy manga, Mechanical Marie (Kikaijikake no Marie), has unveiled exciting new details, including the main cast, staff, and a confirmed release window. Anime enthusiasts can look forward to the series premiering in Fall 2025.
A Misanthropic Master and His “Mechanical” Maid
Mechanical Marie tells the story of Marie, a former martial artist who takes on a new job as a maid for Arthur, the heir to a powerful conglomerate. Arthur, deeply misanthropic, despises humans. To work for him, Marie must pretend to be a robot. The premise takes a comedic turn when Arthur, despite his aversion to humans, shows kindness and affection towards inanimate objects, including Marie in her “mechanical maid” persona.
If Marie’s true identity is discovered, she faces immediate execution! She flawlessly fulfills her duties as a “mechanical maid,” even while secretly protecting Arthur from assassins. As Arthur grows fond of Marie, he comes dangerously close to discovering her secret, leading to a series of close calls. The series promises a heartwarming romantic comedy filled with laughter and thrills as the master-servant relationship evolves into something unexpected.
Key Players: Cast and Staff
The anime adaptation is being brought to life by a talented team:
- Director: Junji Nishimura (Vlad Love, The Fire Hunter)
- Series Composition: Mariko Kunisawa (The Dinner Table Detective, Bartender Glass of God)
- Character Designs: Yoko Kikuchi (Twilight Out of Focus)
- Music: Yasuharu Takanashi (Fairy Tail) and Johannes Nilsson (Gushing over Magical Girls)
- Animation Production: Zero-G and Liber
The main cast includes:
- Nao Toyama as Marie (A Couple of Cuckoos)
- Haruki Ishiya as Arthur (Saint Cecilia & Pastor Lawrence)
From Manga to Screen: A Look at the Source Material
Mechanical Marie began as a one-shot manga published in Hakusensha’s LaLa magazine in March 2020. It was then serialized in the same magazine from June 2020 to June 2023. The manga’s chapters have been compiled into six tankobon volumes.
Yen Press has licensed the manga for English publication, making it accessible to international audiences. A sequel series, titled Mechanical Marie+ (Kikaijikake no Marie+), launched in LaLa on April 24, 2025.
Teaser Trailer and Visual: A Glimpse of What’s to Come
A teaser trailer and visual have been released, offering a first look at the anime’s animation style and character designs. The visual features Marie and Arthur side-by-side, hinting at their complex relationship. Arthur’s softened expression towards Marie suggests the blossoming romance to come.
Where to Watch
Mechanical Marie is scheduled to premiere in Fall 2025. Details regarding streaming platforms are yet to be announced, so stay tuned for updates!
