The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince Anime: Release Date, Cast, and Studio Details
"The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince of a Neighboring Country" Gets an Anime
Fans of romantic fantasy and otome games are in for a treat! The popular light novel series, “The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince of a Neighboring Country” (Akuyaku Reijō wa Ringoku no Ōtaishi ni Dekiai Sareru), is officially getting an anime adaptation from Studio Deen. The series, which has sold over 5.6 million copies across various formats, is set to premiere in January 2026.
The Unexpected Twist in "The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince"
The story follows Tiararose, a young woman who finds herself reincarnated as the villainess in her favorite otome game. Resigned to the bad ending that awaits her, she is completely taken by surprise when she receives a marriage proposal—not from her fiancé within the game's story, but from Aquasteed, the charming Crown Prince of a neighboring country! This dramatic turn of events, which was never part of the original game, sets the stage for a new romantic journey.
The Cast and Crew of "The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince"
The anime will be produced by Studio Deen, with renowned director Takayuki Hamana (Ace of Diamond, The Prince of Tennis) at the helm. He expressed his commitment to authentically capturing Tiararose's emotions, promising a story that viewers can deeply connect with.
The voice cast will reprise their roles from the series’ otome game adaptation:
- Mai Fuchigami as Tiararose
- Yuichiro Umehara as Aquasteed
- Takuya Sato as Hartknight
- Yumiri Hanamori as Akari
The creative team also includes Yoshimi Narita handling the series scripts and Majiro designing the characters, ensuring an attractive visual style that remains faithful to the original light novel.
A Multi-Faceted Franchise: "The Villainess is Adored by the Crown Prince"
Initially serialized on the web novel site Shōsetsuka ni Narō in 2016, the series has since blossomed into a massive franchise. It includes over 14 volumes of light novels, a manga adaptation by Hoshina (with a 16th volume releasing soon), and an otome game for the Nintendo Switch and PC. The widespread appeal of the story has even inspired spinoff light novels and manga, cementing its status as a leading force in the romantic fantasy genre.
The upcoming anime is poised to further expand the series’ popularity, attracting new readers and players to this enchanting world of magic and romance. Are you ready to see this beloved story brought to life on screen?