Author Aito Aoyagi’s hit mystery novel series Red Riding Hood: A Detective Story (known in Japan as Akazukin, Tabi no Tochu de Shitai to Deau.) is officially receiving a TV anime adaptation scheduled to premiere in 2027. Animation studio Benten Film has released the first promotional teaser and official visual, confirming director Itsuro Kawasaki at the helm alongside lead voice actors Yume Miyamoto and Akira Sekine. The news expands on the franchise’s global success following its popular 2023 live-action feature film adaptation.

Key Information

• Anime Title: Red Riding Hood: A Detective Story (Akazukin, Tabi no Tochu de Shitai to Deau)
• Animation Studio: Benten Film
• Director and Screenplay: Itsuro Kawasaki
• Original Novelist: Aito Aoyagi
• Original Novel Publisher: Futabasha
• Character Designers: Manami Minakata, Yuko Yahiro
• Target Release Window: 2027
• Genre: Mystery, Fantasy, Crime, Comedy

What Is the Story of Red Riding Hood A Detective Story?

The narrative reimagines classic fairy tale lore through a witty murder mystery lens. Little Red Riding Hood travels across a magical land while routinely stumbling upon bizarre crime scenes. Rather than acting as a helpless victim, Red Riding Hood utilizes her innate curiosity, keen observation skills, and sharp intellect to unravel complex homicides and expose sloppy criminal schemes.

The official synopsis introduces the quirky mystery world:

On the outskirts of the city lived a girl called Little Red Riding Hood. One day, she found herself forced to embark on a journey with a specific purpose. Strangely, however, she continued to be dragged from incident to incident along the way. Using her innate curiosity and sharp mind, Little Red Riding Hood began to solve each mystery. “Why is your criminal plan so sloppy?” This is the world of a fairy tale that everyone knows.

Who Is Working on the Red Riding Hood A Detective Story Anime Production?

The anime adaptation brings together experienced industry veterans across scriptwriting, character design, and voice performance:

• Director and Series Composition: Itsuro Kawasaki (Baban Baban Ban Vampire, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Lady Jewelpet)
• Animation Studio: Benten Film (formerly operating as Studio Gaina)
• Character Design: Manami Minakata and Yuko Yahiro
• Yume Miyamoto as Little Red Riding Hood
• Akira Sekine as Pinocchio

What Is the History Behind the Red Riding Hood Series?

Aito Aoyagi originally launched the novel series under Futabasha in August 2020, concluding the main print run across four physical volumes.

The franchise grew rapidly through multiple adaptations across media formats:

• Original Light Novel: Serialized from August 2020 through Futabasha, completing a four-volume mystery arc.
• Manga Adaptation: Illustrated by Kanoka Tana, the manga started serialization in January 2021 and wrapped up its run with four compiled volumes.
• Live-Action Film: Released globally on Netflix in September 2023 under the English title Once Upon a Crime, starring Kanna Hashimoto as Red Riding Hood, Yuko Araki as Cinderella, and Takanori Iwata as the Prince.

With production officially underway at Benten Film, further broadcast platform announcements and exact release dates for the 2027 premiere will be shared in upcoming studio updates.