The upcoming TV anime adaptation of Amara's light novel Neko to Ryuu, also known in English as The Cat and the Dragon, has dropped another round of updates — and this one gives fans a clearer look at who else is joining the cast before its 2026 premiere.
According to the anime's official website, the production has revealed three additional cast members, alongside a second key visual and a new promotional video. The series is currently scheduled to premiere in July 2026 on Japanese TV channels Tokyo MX, BS NTV, and Yomiuri TV.
New cast members announced
The latest cast additions are:
- Gally voiced by Atsumi Tanezaki
- Annerossa voiced by Chika Anzai
- Stan voiced by Junya Enoki
For anime fans who follow voice actors closely, this is a pretty nice lineup. Atsumi Tanezaki is attached in the source to Silent Witch, Chika Anzai to Tsuihousha Shokudou e Youkoso!, and Junya Enoki to Toumei Otoko to Ningen Onna. Even if you are not the type to track seiyuu names every season, these announcements matter because voice casting can really shape how fantasy anime lands emotionally — especially for a title with a softer, storybook-style hook like The Cat and the Dragon.
OLM is handling the animation
The anime is being directed by Jin-Gu Oh, with production at OLM. That studio name will be familiar to long-time anime watchers, especially anyone who grew up around major family-friendly and adventure-leaning titles. For a fantasy light novel adaptation like this, the big question will be whether the anime can balance charm, worldbuilding, and character warmth without feeling too slow.
The newly released second visual and promo video are also important because they give fans a better sense of the show's tone before the crowded Summer 2026 season fully takes shape. Fantasy adaptations can go in many directions — cosy, dramatic, action-heavy, emotional — so every PV helps viewers decide whether this is a weekly watch or a wait-and-binge title.
Why Malaysian and SEA anime fans should keep an eye on it
For Malaysia and the wider SEA anime crowd, the main thing to watch now is streaming availability. The current update only confirms the Japanese TV broadcast slots, so there is no regional platform detail yet. That means fans here will need to wait for licensing news closer to July 2026, whether that ends up being through the usual anime streaming services or another regional distributor.
Still, this is the kind of title that could quietly find an audience here if the adaptation nails its fantasy atmosphere. Malaysian anime fans are already used to giving seasonal fantasy shows a chance, especially when the premise feels different from the usual power-level grind or recycled isekai template. If Neko to Ryuu leans into character bonds and a distinct world rather than just standard fantasy checklist stuff, it could be a nice change of pace in the season.
For now, consider this one a watchlist candidate, not a must-hype title yet. The cast reveal is solid, the studio is notable, and the July 2026 window is locked in for Japan. Next thing to wait for: a clearer story preview, more staff details, and most importantly for us in Malaysia — where we can actually stream it legally.
Source: MyAnimeList News