To celebrate the 50th anniversary of My Melody and the 20th anniversary of Kuromi, Sanrio and Netflix are bringing the beloved characters to life in a charming stop-motion animation series that will premiere in July 2025.
The series takes viewers on an adventure in Mariland, their whimsical home. A special sneak peek reveals the characters in their adorable stop-motion form — and they’re so cute you’ll want to reach out and touch them!
My Melody is a straightforward, cheerful girl who cares deeply for her younger brother. She enjoys baking cookies with her mother. Since her debut in 1975, she has continued to be loved by a wide range of fans. Kuromi, who debuted in 2005 as My Melody’s self-proclaimed rival, may seem like a troublemaker, but she’s actually quite feminine. She is one of the most popular characters, having ranked in the Top 3 in the 2024 Sanrio character ranking.
