Dante returns! Netflix unveils epic 'Devil May Cry' trailer
12 Mar 2025

Netflix has released a fiery trailer for its upcoming animated series, Devil May Cry.

The animation is handled by Studio Mir, known for Dota: Dragon's Blood, Harley Quinn, and X-Men '97.

The show is the brainchild of creator Adi Shankar, who had previously worked on the popular Castlevania series and its sequel.

'Devil May Cry' series based on popular video game franchise
Series inspiration

Devil May Cry draws inspiration from a beloved video game franchise by Hideki Kamiya that has sold more than 32 million copies globally.

The series revolves around demon hunter Dante, who sets out on a quest to thwart a myriad of demon invasions on Earth.

Dante himself is a Nephilim, a half-demon, half-angel hybrid born from the marriage of demon Sparda and angel Eva.

Trailer offers glimpse of Dante's battles and family conflict
Trailer highlights

The new trailer gives a glimpse into Dante's action-packed battles, including a showdown with a demon named The White Rabbit who wants to tear open a portal to hell and conquer the world.

It also hints at a highly-awaited clash between Dante and his estranged brother, Vergil.

The series draws influence from Devil May Cry 3: Dante's Awakening, the third installment of the video game franchise.

Cast and release date of 'Devil May Cry'
Cast and release

The voice cast for the series features Johnny Yong Bosch as Dante, Scout Taylor-Compton as Lady, Hoon Lee as The White Rabbit, Chris Coppola as Enzo Ferino, Robbie Daymond as Vergil, and Kevin Conroy as VP Baines.

Written by Alex Larsen, the series will have eight episodes.

Devil May Cry will premiere on Netflix on April 3, 2025.