The highly anticipated sixth season of the Kingdom anime has revealed a new trailer and additional cast members, generating excitement among fans as its broadcast debut approaches on October 4, 2025. The announcement, made on Thursday, September 11, 2025, offers a glimpse into the upcoming conflict and the new voices joining the historical epic.
Key New Cast Members Join the Fray
Five new voice actors have been added to the cast, bringing to life pivotal characters in the ongoing saga. The newly announced cast members include:
- Shun Sui Ju, voiced by Taito Ban
- Ba Nan Ji, voiced by Hideaki Tezuka
- Chou Ga Ryuu, voiced by Hiroki Tochi
- Gyou’un, voiced by Kyosuke Mano
- Danto, voiced by Kento Fujinuma
These additions are set to expand the already extensive roster of characters in the series, which adapts Yasuhisa Hara’s popular manga.
Trailer Showcases New Music and Impending Conflict
The latest trailer not only introduced the new cast but also previewed the ending theme song, “Hoko” (Roar), performed by Sora Tomonari. This follows the earlier announcement that Ikimono-gakari will perform the opening theme song, “Ikite, Sansan” (Live, Brilliantly).
Fans can anticipate the series to delve into the Western Jiao invasion arc, depicting the commencement of an all-out war between the Qin and Jiao armies. The Kingdom anime, known for its grand-scale battles and compelling narrative, continues to be produced by Pierrot and Studio Signpost.
Production Team and Manga’s Growing Reach
The core creative team for Kingdom Season 6 remains consistent, with Kenichi Imaizumi directing the series. Noboru Takagi handles the series composition, while Hisashi Abe is responsible for character designs. The music is a collaborative effort by Hiroyuki Sawano and KOHTA YAMAMOTO.
The original Kingdom manga by Yasuhisa Hara has achieved significant popularity, with over 110 million copies in print as of March 2025. Further expanding its global reach, VIZ Media is slated to release the first English volume of the manga in November 2025, coinciding closely with the anime’s new season. For those looking to catch up, Crunchyroll currently streams the first five seasons of the anime.
