The official teaser video for the highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of Harunadon and raemz’s “Even a Replica Can Fall in Love” (Repurika Datte, Koi o Suru) light novel series has revealed key details, including its main cast, core staff, and a confirmed 2026 debut. The romantic drama, which was first announced for an anime adaptation in February 2025, is now officially in production with Studio Voil at the helm.
Main Cast Revealed
The teaser video confirmed that acclaimed voice actress Sumire Morohoshi will take on the dual lead roles of both the protagonist Sunao Aikawa and her replica, Nao. Morohoshi’s involvement was a highlight of the announcement, and her voice can be heard in the newly released trailer. Fans of the original light novel and manga have eagerly awaited cast details for the unique story of a replica who experiences love.
Key Staff Behind the Production
The production of “Even a Replica Can Fall in Love” is being handled by Studio Voil. Ryuichi Kimura is set to direct the series. Further key staff members include Tomoko Shinozuka, who is managing the series composition and writing scripts alongside Misaki Morie. Character designs for the anime adaptation will be handled by Eiji Abiko. The series is based on the light novel written by Harunadon with illustrations by raemz, which debuted in February 2023 under ASCII Media Works’ Dengeki Bunko imprint. A manga adaptation by Momose Hanada has also been serialized since April 2023.
Anticipated 2026 Debut
Fans won’t have to wait much longer for the “Even a Replica Can Fall in Love” anime, as the teaser video explicitly confirmed a 2026 premiere. While a specific month or season within 2026 has not yet been announced, the confirmation of the year provides a clear timeframe for its release. The anime adaptation was initially announced during the “Dengeki Bunko Winter Festival 2025” livestream event. Yen Press holds the English licensing rights for the light novel series.
