The Apothecary Diaries Movie Reveals December Premiere, Trailer, Plot Details
The upcoming The Apothecary Diaries movie revealed a first trailer and a visual, as well as a December 11 premiere date in Japan. As previously announced, Hyuganatsu, the original author of the light novel series, is in charge of the story for the movie.
The movie will center around a journey Maomao and Jinshi take to return the remains of a concubine, who passed away some time ago, to her hometown. However, there is a deeper mystery at play. Mariya Ise joins the cast as Muqing, who might hold the key to solving the big secret. Norihiro Naganuma is returning to direct the movie at TOHO animation STUDIO.
The move was announced alongside the third season of the TV anime, which is expected to premiere this October with the first of its two cours.
The Apothecary Diaries anime adapts the light novel series written by Natsu Hyuga and illustrated by Toko Shino. The series has two manga adaptations: one by Nekokurage (artist) in Square Enix's Monthly Big Gangan magazine and another by Minoji Kurata in Shogakukan’s Monthly Sunday Gene-X.
The anime adaptation, produced by Toho Animation Studio and OLM, premiered in 2023. The second season premiered in January 2025. Crunchyroll describes the plot:
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: Official Website
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