Get ready to welcome new talent to the heartwarming world of “Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family!” The highly anticipated TV anime, based on the charming comedy manga, recently announced three fantastic additions to its voice cast. Fans can look forward to Hikaru Tono lending her voice to Toki Kamikido, Saku Mizuno taking on the role of Hana Yashiki, and Sayaka Senbongi bringing Tokoyo Omoikane to life.
The original “Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family!” manga, penned by Nanateru, captivated readers from July 2021 to February 2024 in Kadokawa Shoten’s “Comic Newtype” magazine. For those eager for more, the adventures continue with the sequel manga, “Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family! Z,” currently running in the same publication.
Behind the scenes, the anime production boasts an impressive team. Yasuhiro Minami is directing the series at Studio Flad, with Yukie Sugawara expertly handling the series composition. Character designs are crafted by Mika Yamamoto, and the enchanting music is composed by Mito of the band clammbon.
For those unfamiliar with Alma-chan’s story, Crunchyroll is set to stream “Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family!” as part of its fall 2025 anime lineup. The series introduces Alma, a seemingly adorable young girl who is, in fact, a highly advanced autonomous robot with overwhelming combat efficiency and intelligence that surpasses human capabilities. She was created by two brilliant yet overlooked young scientists, Enji and Suzume. Much to their surprise and slight fluster, Alma refers to them as “Father” and “Mother.” Their unique journey begins as the three start living together, aiming to nurture Alma’s powerful AI and help her evolve into the ultimate robot. With boundless curiosity, Alma explores a world where everything is new, keeping Enji and Suzume on their toes with her incredible learning abilities and unstoppable energy. Prepare for a brand-new kind of family comedy that’s sure to entertain!