Summary
While some anime protagonists win over fans with their cocky swagger, none do so in as pure a sense as Keiji fromRooster Fighter, as the series unveils its upcominganimeadaptation. Unveiled at theRooster Fighterpanel at 2024’s San Diego Comic-Con on July 30, 2025, fans can look forward to the latest savior to stand up to a demonic threat nearly destroying humanity. The anime series will be available for American viewers on Adult Swim courtesy of VIZ Media.
The announcement broke at SDCC today, with further confirmation from theRooster FighterX accountandVIZ Media’slatest official blog post.While there’s no release date beyond that, it’s coming soon, and it confirms the suspicions of eagle-eyed fans who noticed the series was getting a panel at the famous convention. For viewers craving the next over-the-top action comedy anime,Rooster Fighteris certainly the best new series to look forward to.
Rooster Fighter Brings Action, Comedy, and Heart
The Series Is Meaty and Far From Lean
Originally launched in 2020 as a seinen manga forComiplex, VIZ Media fans have been delighted to readRooster Fighter’smanga via physical media for two years. However,the anime adaptation is a lifelong dreamof its creator, Shū Sakuratani. The series boasts lush, action-packed visuals and plenty of energy attacks for those cravingOne-Punch ManorDragon Ball-style thrills, with a lone wandering rooster, Keiji, on a quest to defeat the “The White Demon” who killed his sister. For international viewers,streaming details have yet to be announced for theRooster Fighteranime.
Rooster Fighter’sdemon-slaying adventures will be packed with glorious battles and an endearing supporting cast featuring notably different species of exotic birds. As featured in the anime’s trailer, Piyoko is one such supporting character, an adorable chick being terrorized by a mutant demon before Reiji comes to her heroic rescue. Part of the striking charm of theRooster Fighteranime announcement trailer is seeinghow accurately it captures the manga’s designs, namely Keiji and Piyoko’s expressive eyes, as discussed ina previous interview with Sakuratani.
For Anime Fans Curious After the SDCC Announcement
Rooster Fighteris available for English-language readers onVIZ Media’s reader portaland the VIZ Manga app, where fans can enjoy the series up to chapter #38 as of June 14, 2025.The spectacular detail and gargantuan kaiju design will impress those discovering the series immediately. Its hilarious situations, including Keiji seducing a hen and leaving her the morning after, will leave an impression on readers. While Keiji carries a lone wanderer or ronin aura about him, he soon befriends humans and other friendly creatures, which should make for an engaging experience inRooster Fighter.
The spectacular detail and gargantuan monster design will immediately impress those just finding out about the series now. Its hilarious situations, including Keiji seducing a hen and leaving her the morning after, will leave an impression on readers.
For those who have already gotten caught up in the series, the action brought to the small screen will be a sight to behold, as Keiji brings blistering speed and a devastating crow attack that packs a sonic blast against even the toughest foes. However, Keiji’s quest for vengeance keeps him moving, and he does not wish to settle down at any point when no justice is served on behalf of his beloved sister, Sara.Rooster Fighterwill be an entertaining and visually impressive treat for Adult Swim viewers and will surely be a hit the moment it’s also announced for streaming services.
