New Trailer and Date for The Apothecary Diaries Film: Premiering December 11
Kusuriya no Hitorigoto (The Apothecary Diaries) fans have exciting news. The beloved anime series is preparing to make its big-screen debut with its first film. According to official sources, the film is titled “Kusuriya no Hitorigoto: Bōhi no Hihō” (The Apothecary Diaries: The Secret of the Lost Treasure) and its premiere date has been announced as December 11.
With the release of a new trailer, a significant new voice actor has been added to the cast. Experienced voice actress Mariya Ise (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, The Seven Deadly Sins) will voice a new character in the film. The trailer also showcases the visual quality and the mysterious tone of the story, offering a chance to experience the atmosphere and character dynamics of the previous seasons on a cinematic scale.
To recall: Kusuriya no Hitorigoto is based on a popular light novel series written by Natsu Hyuuga, with a manga adaptation by Nekokurage. The story is set in an ancient Chinese court, focusing on medicine and mystery, following Maomao, a poison tester who solves court intrigues using her medical knowledge. The first season was highly acclaimed in 2023, and the second season, released in 2025, also pleased fans. The film will be the first project to bring this successful series to the big screen.
While the film's plot details have not been fully revealed yet, the trailer shows Maomao facing a new mission, with Jinshi accompanying her on this adventure. Fans of the series expect secrets from the past and an adventure extending beyond the court under the theme of “Bōhi no Hihō” (The Secret of the Lost Treasure). The film is directed by Norihiro Naganuma, who directed the first season, and the screenplay is written by series screenwriter Yukiko Tsubota, indicating that the film will maintain a consistent narrative with the anime series.
Why is this film important? The Apothecary Diaries has gained a large global audience in recent years as both a manga and anime. Particularly, Maomao's intelligence and humor set the series apart from ordinary period dramas. A movie will offer this world with a much larger budget and cinematic storytelling, making it a major event for both new viewers and longtime fans. The film premieres in Japan on December 11, and announcements for international screenings and digital platforms may follow in the coming months. Stay tuned for updates!
