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With its whimsical characters, nonsensical logic, and complex allegories, Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland novel has inspired countless adaptations across various media. However, none have shaped popular perception as significantly as Disney’s 1951 animated film. The colorful, neat, and thoroughly Disney-fied version of Wonderland remains popular, although it differs greatly from Carroll’s original vision.

A still from Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland- teaser | Credit: P.A. Works

However, now this time, Japanese animation studio P.A. Works is set to adapt the beloved story into an anime film titled Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-, premiering on August 29, 2025. With this news, fans are definitely excited, but with one crucial condition: they want this adaptation to stay true to Carroll’s novel, not follow the path forged by Disney and its many successors.

P.A. Works’ opportunity: Reclaiming Wonderland’s whimsy and depth

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Japanese anime studio P.A. Works is set to release Japan’s first anime film adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless children’s novel, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Titled Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to -Dive in Wonderland- (With Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-), the movie will debut in Japanese theaters on August 29, 2025.

This reimagining takes a fresh approach, centering on Rise, a modern-day girl voiced by Nanoka Hara, known for her roles in Suzume and Oshi no Ko. Rise finds herself mysteriously transported to Wonderland, where she meets Alice, played by 10-year-old Maika Pugh. Pugh expressed her excitement about the role, calling it a dream come true.

The film is directed by Toshiya Shinohara, recognized for his work on Black Butler and A Lull in the Sea. The screenplay is penned by Yuko Kakihara, whose credits include The Apothecary Diaries and Blue Box. P.A. Works, renowned for its visually stunning productions,...

A new anime feature film titled Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to -Dive in Wonderland- will open in Japan on August 29, 2025, with P.A. Works will handle the anime production. This is the first theatrical anime movie in Japan inspired by Lewis Carroll's classic fantasy novel Alice's Adventures in Wonderland , originally published in 1865. The film's official website and X (formerly Twitter) opened today, releasing a super teaser trailer and visual. Fushigi no Kuni de Alice to -Dive in Wonderland- Super Teaser Trailer Super teaser visual The main character of the film is Rise, a girl living in the present day. The story begins when Rise wanders into Wonderland and meets Alice. Actor Nanoka Hara (Suzume Iwato in Suzume ) is cast as Rise, while Maika Pugh (Platelet in the Cells at Work! live-action film) voices Alice. Toshiya Shinohara ( The aquatope on white sand ) serves as director on a screenplay by Yuko Kakihara...

Lewis Carroll's beloved children's novel, Alice in Wonderland, is set to join the world of Japanese anime. The first-ever anime adaptation of the classic tale, titled Alice in Wonderland -Dive in Wonderland-, has been officially announced, much to the delight of fans worldwide. Scheduled to premiere on August 29, 2025, this ambitious project is being led by acclaimed director Toshiya Shinohara, with the script penned by renowned writer Yuko Kakihara. Studio P.A. Works, known for its stunning animation, will bring this re-imagining of Wonderland to life in breathtaking detail.

According to @SugoiLITE on X, this anime adaptation of Alice in Wonderland promises to combine Lewis Carroll’s whimsical and surreal world with the unique storytelling and artistic flair that anime is celebrated for. While maintaining the heart of the original story, Dive in Wonderland aims to bring a fresh perspective on Alice's adventures. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how...