Details of the Live-Action Adaptation and Streaming Schedule
The essay manga 'I Am Kodama Kawashiri ~Dangerous Life Hacker's Settled Life~' by Kodama Kawashiri, known as 'I Am Kodama Kawashiri,' is being transformed into a live-action short series. Comprised of 25 episodes, it will be exclusively streamed on Hulu starting January 11, 2026, with five episodes released every Monday at 6 AM. Additionally, one episode will be broadcast daily on Nippon TV's morning show 'ZIP!' during the same week. Hulu will also offer two special episodes available exclusively on Fridays.
Starring Kanna Hashimoto, Directed by Yuichi Fukuda
The series stars popular actress Kanna Hashimoto, who will play the protagonist Kodama Kawashiri. The director and scriptwriter is Yuichi Fukuda, known for producing various hit films and dramas. Fans are eagerly anticipating how he will adeptly recreate the manga's unique world through his direction.
The Original Manga and Past Media Adaptations
Kodama Kawashiri's manga was first published on Twitter in 2020, gaining a large following due to its unique content. This essay manga depicts the life of the protagonist Kawashiri, who enjoys a lazy and unhealthy daily life, loving alcohol and junk food. The original manga has been published up to the third volume, and an anime adaptation aired in 2022. In this anime, voice actress Aoi Yuki provided the voice for Kawashiri and almost all the other characters, taking on the challenge of portraying diverse characters by herself.
Broadcasting Through Collaboration with Hulu and NTV
For this live-action adaptation, Hulu and Nippon TV have partnered to deliver Kodama Kawashiri's unique lifestyle to a broader audience by utilizing different platforms. Hulu offers a flexible viewing experience unique to online streaming, while also capitalizing on the strengths of TV broadcasting through Nippon TV.
