Fans of the popular manga “Sakamoto Days” have reason to celebrate, as reports suggest an anime adaptation may be hitting Netflix much sooner than anticipated. The story follows Taro Sakamoto, a retired hitman now living as a humble store owner. Despite his attempts to leave his violent past behind, Sakamoto’s former life continues to encroach on his present, bringing action and comedy in equal measure.

The buzz around this anime adaptation has been fueled by a recent report from License Global. The outlet’s latest listing of Netflix projects for 2024 and 2025 included a surprising mention of “Sakamoto Days” alongside other major releases like “Stranger Things” Season 5, “Squid Game” Season 2, “One Piece” Season 2, and “Bridgerton” Season 3. While an exact release date for the anime has yet to be revealed, its inclusion in the lineup has sparked excitement among anime enthusiasts.

Netflix has been steadily building a robust anime catalog, serving as the exclusive streaming platform for notable series such as “Baki the Grappler,” “Beastars,” “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean,” and “Terminator Zero.” The addition of “Sakamoto Days” to this lineup aligns with the streaming giant’s strategy to attract anime fans. It remains to be seen whether Netflix will opt for a weekly episode release format, as it has with “One Piece,” or drop the entire series at once for binge-watching.

For those unfamiliar with the series, “Sakamoto Days” offers a unique blend of action and humor. Viz Media describes the plot: “Taro Sakamoto was the ultimate assassin, feared by villains and admired by hitmen. But one day…he fell in love! Retirement, marriage, fatherhood and then… Sakamoto gained weight! The chubby guy who runs the neighborhood store is actually a former legendary hitman! Can he protect his family from danger? Get ready to experience a new kind of action comedy series!”