Ryo Saeba is back — and this time, Netflix promises he’s cooler, goofier, and more emotional than ever. If you were hooked by the 2024 live-action City Hunter film, here’s some amazing news: City Hunter 2 is officially confirmed and currently in production!
Based on the beloved City Hunter manga by Tsukasa Hojo, this franchise has already proven it can conquer global audiences. Let’s break down everything we know.
City Hunter 2 — Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | City Hunter 2 |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Expected Release | 2027 |
| Director | Keiichiro Shiraki |
| Writer | Junpei Yamaoka |
| Lead Actor | Ryohei Suzuki (Ryo Saeba) |
| Status | Currently in Production |
Why Fans Are Buzzing
The first City Hunter film wasn’t just good — it was a global phenomenon. It spent three weeks at the top of Netflix’s global charts, clocking over 26.1 million views by end of 2025. That kind of response made a sequel inevitable.
Netflix Japan’s Director of Live Action Creative, Shinichi Takahashi, put it perfectly: the team is truly delighted to bring fans the first-ever sequel to a Netflix film from Japan.
City Hunter 2: Returning Cast & Crew
The gang is all back, and that’s exactly what fans wanted:
- Ryohei Suzuki — reprising his role as the legendary (and lovably goofy) Ryo Saeba
- Misato Morita — returning as the indomitable Kaori Makimura
- Fumino Kimura — back as sharp-eyed detective Saeko Nogami
- Director Keiichiro Shiraki & Writer Junpei Yamaoka — the creative duo behind the original
What to Expect from the Sequel
The first film told the origin story of Ryo and Kaori. The sequel promises to deliver the most quintessential version of City Hunter yet — Ryohei Suzuki’s own words.
Even original manga creator Tsukasa Hojo visited the set and was deeply impressed by Suzuki’s physical transformation and the team’s passion. That’s a great sign.
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