The second part of the highly anticipated Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray anime has officially revealed its opening theme song, “Spurt Syndrome,” performed by the acclaimed Japanese rock band 10-FEET. The song was showcased in a new trailer alongside a key visual, building excitement for the upcoming cour.
The new video offers a glimpse into protagonist Oguri Cap’s continuing journey as she faces formidable international rivals in the prestigious Japan Cup, further detailing her path to becoming a legendary “horse girl” in the central racing scene.
“Spurt Syndrome” Ignites Anticipation for Second Cour
The announcement of 10-FEET performing “Spurt Syndrome” has generated considerable buzz among fans. The rock band is known for their energetic sound, which is expected to perfectly complement the high-stakes world of Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray. The opening song was sampled in a recently released trailer, offering viewers a taste of the new musical direction for the series’ second half.
This marks a notable shift as the first cour’s opening theme, “Koeru” (“Overcome”), was performed by Alexandros.
Global Premiere and Release Details
Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray Part 2 is set to make its Japanese broadcast debut on October 4, 2025. A global launch will follow on October 5, 2025, making the series accessible to international audiences through various streaming platforms.
In a special event for fans, a world premiere screening for the second cour will be held at Hollywood’s TCL Chinese Theater on October 4, 2025, as part of the Global Stage Hollywood event.
Where to Watch Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray Part 2
The anime will be widely available across multiple streaming services. Viewers in select territories can catch the series on Amazon Prime Video, Samsung TV Plus, and the It’s Anime YouTube channel. Netflix will also carry the series in specific Asian markets. For audiences in Central and South America, Anime Onegai will stream the episodes, while ADN will provide access in various European countries including France, Germany, and Austria.
Continuing Oguri Cap’s Legendary Race
The second cour of Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray will continue to follow Oguri Cap, a “horse girl” renowned for her unconventional and powerful running style. The story chronicles her transformative journey from a rural racing background to challenging seasoned contenders on the national circuit, striving to cement her legacy as the strongest runner. The new promotional video emphasizes the introduction of overseas horse girls, indicating heightened competition in the upcoming races, particularly the Japan Cup.
Production Team Remains Consistent
CygamesPictures returns as the animation studio for the second cour. The main staff from the first part will also continue their roles, with Takehiro Miura directing the anime. Aki Kindaichi is credited for series composition, while Takuya Miyahara, Yosuke Fukumoto, and Keigo Sasaki are responsible for character designs. Kenji Kawai continues to provide the music for the series.
The Uma Musume: Cinderella Gray anime is based on the manga of the same name, written by Masafumi Sugiura and illustrated by Taiyou Kuzumi, which began serialization in Weekly Young Jump in June 2020.
