The cyborg heroes of Shotaro Ishinomori’s legendary manga are back on screen — and this time, their enemies are mirror images of themselves. Cyborg 009: Nemesis, a brand-new three-episode anime from Studio Arect, drops in full on 19 July 2026 with all episodes releasing simultaneously, and Crunchyroll will carry it internationally.
A New Story with Familiar Heroes
Cyborg 009: Nemesis tells an original story set in Ishinomori’s universe. The classic nine-person team — individuals turned into cyborgs against their will, led by Joe Shimamura (009) — faces a new threat: a rival faction called Nemesis, a group of counter-cyborgs who mirror their abilities and even their numbering. Leading the Nemesis side is a figure designated N009, codenamed Graviton. All three episodes are available from day one, so the complete story is there to binge without a weekly wait.
A Cast That Commands Attention
Director Hideki Ambo has assembled a genuinely star-packed cast. Yūki Kaji takes the lead as Joe Shimamura (009); Mamoru Miyano voices Jet Link (002); Saori Hayami plays Françoise Arnul (003); Tomokazu Sugita is Albert Heinrich (004); and Yūichi Nakamura voices the Nemesis leader Graviton. That lineup covers some of the most in-demand voice actors working in anime today and signals that Ishimori Productions is treating this as a genuine franchise revival rather than a commemorative side project.
An Opening Theme 47 Years in the Making
The opening theme is a revival of “Taga Tame ni” (誰がために, “For Whom”) — the signature track that opened the 1979 Cyborg 009 TV anime — this time performed by rock singer Kyōko. The ending theme, “Climal” by Sukima Switch, was confirmed alongside the main trailer that launched on 24 June as reported by Anime News Network. Sukima Switch’s melodic J-pop sensibility makes for an interesting contrast against a nostalgia-heavy opener, and the combination gives the series its own personality rather than leaning entirely on legacy.
How to Watch Cyborg 009: Nemesis in Singapore
Crunchyroll holds international streaming rights for the series, with confirmed territories including North America, Europe, Latin America, and Oceania. Singapore fans can check the Crunchyroll app from 19 July — Crunchyroll’s Southeast Asia coverage typically follows its Oceania rights. In Japan, Cyborg 009: Nemesis streams on the same date across ABEMA Premium, U-NEXT, dアニメストア, Prime Video, and DMM TV.
Shotaro Ishinomori, who created Cyborg 009 in 1964, is one of the most prolific manga artists in history — the same creator behind Kamen Rider, Kikaider, and dozens of other series. A new production in 2026 with an A-list cast is a genuine occasion for long-time fans, and a fine entry point for those discovering the franchise for the first time. Check the official website for details, and browse more anime and manga coverage on GameTrader.SG.