Mr Uranium
Moonrise, the long-awaited anime from WIT Studio, is finally out on Netflix with 18 intense episodes — each under 28 minutes. Set in a futuristic world with smart storytelling, deep emotions, and stunning animation, this anime should be a major hit. But many fans didn’t even know it had dropped.
And that’s the problem.
Moonrise takes place in a future where Earth is run by an all-knowing AI called Sepientia. On the surface, everything looks peaceful. But on the Moon, a very different reality exists. It’s been turned into a dumping ground — for waste, broken systems, and unwanted people.
That divide between Earth and Moon grows into rebellion. The main character, Jack Shadow, is an Earth soldier who wants revenge after Moon rebels kill his family. But once he arrives, he learns the rebel leader is his old best friend.
This twist kicks off a story filled with action, emotional conflict, loyalty, and questions about control. It’s the kind of plot that sticks with you.
Moonrise wasn’t made overnight. It’s been in the works since 2018 and has one of the strongest creative teams in anime right now:
It’s clear this was a carefully crafted project — not a quick production. Every scene, line, and design feels polished.
Despite its huge potential, Moonrise has seen almost no marketing. After a teaser back in 2022, it practically vanished from the spotlight. No trailers from Netflix. No interviews. No features.
A second trailer finally appeared — but not from Netflix. It was uploaded by WIT Studio directly, which is very unusual for an anime that’s exclusive to a platform.
Even more surprising, one of the producers at WIT Studio posted a public plea asking for help with promotion. They didn’t name Netflix directly, but referred to them as “Red End Company,” writing:
“Please do your best to promote it. I can’t do it on my own. Seriously, please… Red End Company, it’s time to show the world your power.”
This message makes it clear: the team behind Moonrise is frustrated. They built something special, but they’re afraid it will be ignored because Netflix isn’t pushing it.
Fans who’ve already seen Moonrise are calling it one of the most visually powerful anime of the year. The direction, emotion, and pacing (especially in the final episodes) have been praised. While some say the middle episodes slow down a bit, the ending delivers.
And remember: this isn’t a low-budget experiment. It’s a deep, ambitious anime with real meaning and standout visuals. But without proper promotion, it risks getting lost in Netflix’s massive catalog.
Moonrise isn’t the first anime to face this kind of silence from a streaming platform. In recent years, more creators have raised concerns about their shows getting little or no marketing support. It’s part of a bigger trend — platforms focusing on fast, easy-to-sell content and ignoring stories with depth.
The lack of spotlight on Moonrise feels like another example of that. It’s a fully finished, beautifully made anime with an A-list team. But if no one knows it exists, will it even get the chance to shine?
Now that it’s officially out on Netflix (April 10, 2025), you can stream all 18 episodes right now. If you’re a fan of emotional sci-fi, powerful animation, or just good storytelling, Moonrise deserves your time.
Let’s hope it doesn’t get buried — and that Netflix finally steps up to support one of the most exciting anime releases of the year.
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