Leviathan Anime Unveils Star-Studded Japanese Cast Ahead of July 10 Netflix Debut

 Leviathan Anime Unveils Star-Studded Japanese Cast Ahead of July 10 Netflix Debut

Netflix’s ambitious anime adaptation of Scott Westerfeld’s steampunk novel Leviathan is charting a course for global release on July 10, 2025, and today the streamer revealed the full slate of Japanese voice talent that will bring this living airship saga to life.

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Set in an alternate 1914 teetering on the brink of war, Leviathan follows Prince Aleksandar “Alek” and Deryn Sharp—a girl posing as a boy—whose fates become bound aboard the genetically engineered airship HMS Leviathan. The ONA (original net animation) series is a collaboration between Qubic Pictures and Studio Orange (known for BEASTARS and Trigun Stampede), with a cinematic score by Nobuko Toda and Kazuma Jinnouchi and original songs by legendary composer Joe Hisaishi. Expect a global rollout exclusively on Netflix this July 10—perfect for bingeing your summer adventure.

Production Staff:

  • Director: Christophe Ferreira (Eden)

  • Producers: Justin Leach, Taiki Sakurai

  • Studios: Qubic Pictures (co-production), Orange (animation)

  • Music: Nobuko Toda & Kazuma Jinnouchi; original songs by Joe Hisaishi

 Voice Cast

Netflix has tapped a roster of top-tier seiyū, each embodying the series’ vibrant characters: 

  • Ayumu Murase as Prince Aleksandar ”“Alek”—the runaway heir whose destiny soars aboard the living airship.

  • Natsumi Fujiwara as Deryn Sharp—the resourceful young woman disguised as a boy, whose bravery rivals any soldier’s.

  • Shunsuke Sakuya as Count Volger—the calculating nobleman pursuing geopolitical advantage.

  • Yasuhiro Mamiya as Klopp—the Leviathan’s stoic engineer.

  • Mie Sonozaki as Dr. Nora Barlow—the ship’s visionary scientist.

  • Fairouz Ai as Lilit—a mysterious ally with hidden motives.

  • Hiroki Tōchi as Nikola Tesla—the eccentric inventor whose genius powers revolutionary technology.

  • Tesshō Genda as Sultan—a commanding voice of authority on the war-torn horizon.

and many more, including Ivan Shibata, Ikuko Tani, Genta Nakamura, and Michio Hazama, rounding out the ensemble. Fans of high-octane drama and political intrigue will recognize these veteran performers—and their casting signals that Leviathan’s characters will resonate with emotional depth.

Countdown to Takeoff

With a world premiere screening at Anime Expo 2025 (July 4) and the full series streaming July 10 on Netflix, Leviathan is poised to be one of the summer’s most talked-about titles. Prepare to soar through skies of steam and steel, guided by unforgettable characters brought to life by Japan’s finest voice talent.





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Source: NETFLIX ANIME

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