LIAR GAME Anime Adaptation Announced by Madhouse for 2026
Madhouse reveals the first-ever anime adaptation of Shinobu Kaitani’s LIAR GAME manga, set for 2026. Teaser trailer, staff list, and author’s comment included.
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LIAR GAME Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026 by Madhouse
The long wait is over—Shinobu Kaitani’s LIAR GAME manga is officially getting its first-ever TV anime adaptation. The announcement came with a teaser trailer, a key visual, and confirmation that Madhouse (known for Kaiji, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, Death Note) will be handling the animation. The series is currently scheduled to premiere in 2026.
LIAR GAME Anime Main Staff
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Chief Director: Yuzo Sato (Kaiji: Ultimate Survivor)
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Director: Asami Kawano (My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999 – episodes)
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Series Composition / Script: Tatsuhiko Urahata (Hajime no Ippo)
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Character Design: Kei Tsuchiya (Trillion Game)
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Sound Director: Kisuke Koizumi (Ajin, Made in Abyss)
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Animation Studio: Madhouse
Teaser Trailer & Visual
The first teaser trailer and a striking visual have been revealed, giving fans a glimpse at the intense psychological mind games and suspense-driven atmosphere that LIAR GAME is famous for.
???? The official website and X (formerly Twitter) account are also live, teasing updates leading up to the anime’s release.
Author Shinobu Kaitani’s Comment
"This year marks 20 years since LIAR GAME first appeared in Young Jump, and it feels symbolic that the anime is finally announced now. The theme has always been ‘the importance of trust,’ and in our current era—after the pandemic, the rise of social media, and an increasingly distrustful world—I believe LIAR GAME is more relevant than ever. Whether you’re a nostalgic fan or new to the story, I hope this anime resonates deeply with you."
About LIAR GAME
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Manga: Serialized in Weekly Young Jump (2005–2015)
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Genre: Psychological thriller / suspense / strategy
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Past Adaptations: Live-action drama (2007), live-action film (2010), stage play (2023)
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Anime Adaptation: First-ever, coming in 2026
Official Description
In LIAR GAME, ordinary people are thrust into a deadly high-stakes contest of lies, manipulation, and survival. Participants must use every ounce of wit and cunning to outsmart opponents, but one wrong move can lead to ruin.
At the heart of the story is Nao Kanzaki, a painfully honest woman caught in the game, and Shinichi Akiyama, a former genius swindler who reluctantly becomes her ally. Together, they navigate the ultimate psychological battlefield, testing the limits of human trust, deception, and morality.
Why This Matters for Anime Fans
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LIAR GAME has been one of the most requested manga-to-anime adaptations for nearly two decades.
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Madhouse’s involvement ensures intense atmosphere, faithful suspense, and gripping direction.
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Perfect for fans of Kaiji, Death Note, and Akagi who love mind games, betrayal, and psychological thrillers.
2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year for anime thrill-seekers—LIAR GAME is finally stepping onto the stage it always deserved.
