The popular rom-com anime, Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms, is set to captivate a wider audience with its English dub premiere. Following the original Japanese release on January 6, 2025, the English dubbed version is scheduled to debut on Monday, January 20, 2025, on Crunchyroll. The series has already garnered attention for its unique premise and comedic approach to the classic high school romance.
English Dub Cast Announced
Crunchyroll has revealed the talented voice cast who will be bringing the characters of Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms to life in English. The cast includes:
- Megan Shipman as Mona Kawai, the school’s most charming girl, whose usual tactics are hilariously ineffective on Medaka.
- Austin Tindle as Medaka Kuroiwa, the stoic transfer student who seems completely immune to Mona’s advances.
- Lindsey Sheppard as Tsubomi Haruno, a character adding to the lively mix of students.
- Kelsey Cruz as Asahi Shonan, another classmate who encounters the quirky dynamic between Mona and Medaka.
- Kiane Chila King as Minami, a character who adds to the humorous interactions.
- Corey Wilder as Sho, a student in the school’s lively environment.
- Brandon Acosta as Yuzuru, bringing another layer of character interactions to the anime.
- Abigail Blythe as Komachi, rounding out the ensemble of characters.
- Cory Phillips as Rigyu, adding to the dynamic cast of characters.
- Spencer Liles as Nikuyama, a character in the show.
- Kyle Halberstadt as the P.E. Teacher.
This cast comprises seasoned voice actors who have worked on popular anime series, promising a high-quality dub that will resonate with English-speaking viewers. Some of the cast members have previously lent their voices to well-known anime such as Tokyo Ghoul and Spy x Family.
Production Team
The English dub is being handled by a dedicated production team. Jonathan Rigg is directing the voice acting, while Samantha Herek is producing. The adaptation is being handled by Ben Phillips, with Gino Palencia on mixing and Jameson Outlaw as the engineer.
The Story Behind the Charms
Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms tells the story of Mona Kawai, a high school queen bee who is used to getting her way with her charm. However, her world is turned upside down when she meets Medaka Kuroiwa, a transfer student who seems utterly unaffected by her usual tactics. Determined to win him over, Mona tries everything in her arsenal, leading to a series of comedic and sometimes frustrating interactions. The anime explores themes of romance, high school life, and the pursuit of the unobtainable.
The original Japanese version of the anime, which premiered on January 6, 2025, is also available on Crunchyroll. The series is animated by Studio SynergySP, with Yoshiaki Okumura as the director. The series composition and script are by Kazuyuki Fudeyasu, character designs by Mayumi Watanabe, and music by Akiyuki Tateyama. The Japanese voice cast includes Ryota Iwasaki as Medaka Kuroiwa and Yu Serizawa as Mona Kawai.
Where to Watch
The English dub of Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms is exclusively available on Crunchyroll. The first episode of the English dubbed version will be released on Monday, January 20, 2025. Crunchyroll offers various subscription plans, including a free trial for new users, making it easy for viewers to catch the series.
The first episode of the series in Japanese was released on January 6, 2025, with subsequent episodes released every Tuesday. Episode 2 was released on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, and episode 3 is scheduled for release on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Japanese viewers can also stream the anime on platforms such as U-NEXT, d Anime Store, and ABEMA.
A Blend of Comedy and Romance
Medaka Kuroiwa is Impervious to My Charms promises a unique blend of comedy and romance, featuring a strong female lead who is not afraid to pursue her goals, even when faced with unusual resistance. The series has been praised for its engaging plot and hilarious situations that arise from the characters’ interactions.
The anime is based on a manga written and drawn by Ran Kuze. The manga originally started as a one-shot in December 2020 and was later serialized in May 2021. It has gained popularity for its unique take on the rom-com genre.
Anticipation for the Dub
The announcement of the English dub has generated significant buzz among anime fans who are eagerly awaiting the chance to experience the series in their native language. The combination of a talented voice cast and a captivating storyline is expected to make the English dub a must-watch for fans of romantic comedy anime. The series is also anticipated to broaden the audience for this charming anime, bringing in a new wave of viewers who are yet to be introduced to the world of Medaka and Mona.
The English dub of the anime is expected to follow the schedule of the original Japanese release with a one-week delay. With the premiere of the first episode set for January 20, viewers will be able to enjoy the ongoing antics of Medaka and Mona.
