The Mob Psycho 100 III Anime Celebrates 10th Anniversary with New Short
The Mob Psycho 100 III anime, a beloved series that has captivated audiences worldwide, recently marked its 10th anniversary with a special short film. This short, titled 'Reunion', was unveiled at the Fukagawa Mirai Hall in Kawaguchi City, Saitama, and is now streaming online with English subtitles. The short features the beloved characters Reigen, Shigeo (Mob), Dimple, and Tome at the Spirits and Such Consultation Office, offering fans a delightful glimpse into the series' past and present.
Yuzuru Tachikawa, the director, writer, storyboarder, and technical director of the short, brought his expertise to the project. The original character designer, Yoshimichi Kameda, also contributed as the animation director and created an anniversary illustration. Kameda noted that the original production team members reunited for this special short, adding to its significance.
The Mob Psycho 100 series, created by ONE, began its journey on Shogakukan's Ura Sunday service in 2012 and later moved to the Manga ONE app in 2014. The manga concluded in December 2017, with the final compiled book volume released in April 2018. Dark Horse Comics is now publishing the manga in English, including the Mob Psycho 100: Reigen spinoff.
The anime's first season premiered in July 2016, followed by a second season in January 2019. Crunchyroll and Funimation streamed and dubbed the series, with Funimation also releasing it on home video. The first season found a home on Adult Swim's Toonami block in October 2018.
The Mob Psycho 100 REIGEN: The Miraculous Unknown Psychic event anime, released in March 2018, was also streamed by Crunchyroll and later by Crunchyroll and Funimation with an English dub. Additionally, the series inspired a live-action adaptation that premiered on Netflix in Japan in January 2018 and worldwide in May 2018.
Mob Psycho 100 III, the third season of the anime, premiered on October 5, 2022, and was streamed by Crunchyroll worldwide, excluding Asia, in Japanese with English subtitles and an English dub. This season further solidified the series' popularity and its impact on the anime community.
The 10th anniversary of Mob Psycho 100 III is a testament to the series' enduring appeal and its ability to bring fans together through its captivating storytelling and memorable characters. As the series continues to evolve, fans eagerly anticipate future developments and the continuation of its captivating narrative.
