The anime film The Apothecary Diaries: The Late Lady’s Treasure (premiering December 11 in Japan) will release character introduction PVs over four consecutive days, starting today. The first PV features Maomao & Jinshi.
The anime film will be released in theaters worldwide, with Crunchyroll acquiring the North American and international rights, excluding Asia but including India. International release dates and ticket information will be announced at a later date.
Based on an original concept by series creator Natsu Hyuuga, the movie is directed by Norihiro Naganuma at TOHO Animation STUDIO.
1st Character Trailer:
Key Visual:
OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS:
The curtains rise on a new mystery surrounding a secret treasure hidden in a city on the water.
The emperor gives Jinshi an order. He must grant the final wish of a concubine who passed away five years ago by returning her to her homeland.
In order to return her to her family, Jinshi examines the remains, only to discover that they’re in pristine condition. She’s beautiful, as if she were still alive.
To solve the mystery of the remains, Jinshi drags Maomao along on a journey to Binan-shu, the southern province ruled by the Bi clan.
They arrive at a bustling city on the water. Maomao is excited to see herbs and medicines she has never seen before, but tensions are high in the area, as pirates are viciously trying to find the treasure their late leader hid away.
“I hope nothing happens…”
Jinshi’s premonition comes true. On the day of the concubine’s funeral, a huge incident occurs, triggering a chain of events that nobody could see coming.
The Apothecary Diaries is based on the light novels by Natsu Hyuuga and Toko Shino. Crunchyroll streams the series and describes it:
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
Source: Oricon News
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