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‘The Rose of Versailles�?set to premiere April 30: All you need to know

‘The Rose of Versailles�?set to premiere April 30: All you need to know

TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Apr 4, 2025, 16:38 IST

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The Rose of Versailles, based on Riyoko Ikeda's classic manga, premieres on Netflix on April 30, 2025. Directed by Ai Yoshimura with a script by Tomoko Komparu, the anime explores 18th-century France through Oscar François de Jarjayes, a noblewoman raised as a man. This highly anticipated adaptation promises stunning visuals and emotional storytelling.

‘The Rose of Versailles�?set to premiere April 30: All you need to know

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The series is based on the classic manga created by Riyoko Ikeda, which was first published in 1972. This will be the second anime adaptation of the popular manga, with the animation this time being produced by MAPPA, the studio known for hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Attack on Titan: Final Season.
Netflix has officially announced the release date of the much-awaited anime The Rose of Versailles, confirming it will premiere on April 30, 2025.
Direction, Script, and Theme Song

The anime is directed by Ai Yoshimura, while the script is written by Tomoko Komparu. The opening theme song, titled Versailles, is performed by popular Japanese singer Ayaka. The original manga has been widely successful, having sold over 20 million copies worldwide, and is considered a groundbreaking title in the world of shoujo manga.
Plot Summary
The story is set in 18th-century France during the years leading up to the French Revolution. It follows the life of Oscar François de Jarjayes, a noblewoman raised as a man by her father, a French general who wanted a son to take over his military duties. Oscar serves as a commander in the royal guard and works closely with Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France.
As the Queen arrives in France from Austria to marry the future king, Louis XVI, Oscar becomes deeply involved in the political and personal events surrounding the royal court. The anime also introduces characters like André Grandier, Oscar’s loyal childhood friend and servant, and Hans Axel von Fersen, a Swedish nobleman romantically linked to Marie Antoinette. Together, the characters experience love, loyalty, and turmoil during a period of major historical change.
Trailer Now Available
Netflix has also released the official trailer, offering a glimpse into the anime’s stunning visuals and emotional storyline. The trailer is available to watch online and has generated excitement among fans of the original manga and anime lovers alike.
Voice Cast
A large and talented voice cast brings the characters to life. Miyuki Sawashiro will voice Oscar, while Aya Hirano takes on the role of Marie Antoinette. Other major cast members include Toshiyuki Toyonaga as André Grandier, Kazuki Kato as Hans Axel von Fersen, and Fukushi Ochiai as Louis XVI. Additional voices will portray other historical figures and fictional characters, giving depth to the series' rich setting.
Fans can watch The Rose of Versailles exclusively on Netflix from April 30. The anime promises to blend historical drama with emotional storytelling and will likely appeal to both long-time fans and new viewers.

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