Vergil Takes Center Stage in Netflix’s Devil May Cry Trailer Ahead of April Premiere

Netflix has also dropped a new trailer for its new animated series, Devil May Cry, which is scheduled to release on April 3, 2025. The trailer provides a sneak peek into the action-filled universe of the series, which follows Dante, the legendary demon hunter, as he fights against several forces that are bent on annihilating him. The series is an adaptation of the renowned Capcom video game series of the same name, developed by Hideki Kamiya.
In the trailer, Dante is fighting against two distinct groups: demons led by the enigmatic White Rabbit, and human soldiers who perceive him as a threat since he is a demon. The White Rabbit, whose role is played by Hoon Lee, is a character featured in the Devil May Cry manga series and central to the plot, aiming to open a portal between the world of humans and demons. This evil plan puts the whole universe in danger, and Dante is the unwilling hero who must rescue both worlds.
Dante, voiced by Johnny Yong Bosch, is portrayed as a seasoned and suave demon hunter. Bosch is also known for his work on other anime series such as Bleach, and has already voiced characters in the Devil May Cry video game franchise. The trailer shows off Dante’s remarkable fight moves and acrobatics, highlighting his mixed heritage as human and demon. His encounters with Lady, played by Scout Taylor-Compton, are the most forceful, as she initially is an enemy but may become an ally in the fight against the forces of evil.
The trailer also alludes to the arrival of Vergil, the twin brother and archrival of Dante, who is going to be voiced by Robbie Daymond. Vergil’s entry suggests that the series would explore the problematic relationship between the two brothers, the subject matter of the Devil May Cry franchise. The friendship of Dante and Vergil is likely to be pivotal to the story of the series, cherishing their instances from the games, particularly from Devil May Cry 3.
The animation style of the series is being handled by Studio Mir, which previously worked on The Legend of Korra and The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf. The trailer utilizes rapid-fire action, all set to Papa Roach’s “Last Resort,” remaining edgy in tone as in the case of the Devil May Cry franchise. This nu metal music app is consistent with the show’s mission of bringing the atmosphere of the early 2000s, when the games first gained popularity, to life.
Adi Shankar, the creator and executive producer of the show, has been a big fan of the show and has aimed at bringing one of Netflix’s top video game adaptations. Shankar also worked on other popular series, such as Castlevania, and has explained his commitment to remaining loyal to the original but bringing something new and fresh to the fans.
The show has been in the works since 2018 as part of Shankar’s “Bootleg Universe” initiative that deals with creating fresh takes on iconic franchises. With such an expansive source material that spans over a number of games and manga, Devil May Cry has potential for a prolonged and thrilling series, with further seasons possible if it can wow the fans.
In general, the new Devil May Cry trailer hints at being an action-packed and visually stunning series that will appeal to both existing fans of the video games and audiences who have not played them previously. The blend of brutal combat, richly developed characters, and high-density storyline forms the potential for a compelling anime that can possibly change the approach to video game adaptations in the years to come.