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The day has finally come. A live-action adaptation of Solo Leveling is officially in the works at Netflix, the streaming giant behind the live-action versions of One Piece and Kakegurui (now known as Bet).

Netflix confirmed the production of its upcoming live-action adaptation of Solo Leveling on its official website. Byeon Woo-seok, the South Korean actor best known for his roles in 20th Century Girl and Lovely Runner, will play the legendary S-Rank Hunter, Sung Jinwoo. Lee Hae-jun and Kim Byung-seo will direct the Korean live-action TV series, the directing duo behind films such as Ashfall, Like a Virgin, Castaway on the Moon, My Dictator and Cold Eyes. Kakao Entertainment and Sanai Pictures are producing the highly anticipated project.

Netflix's New Solo Leveling Production Announcement Follows One Piece & Bet (Kakegurui) Image via A-1 Pictures

In late January, Kakao Entertainment, the South Korean media company behind the Solo Leveling franchise, teased...

The obsession with re-imagining anime/manga as American live-action adaptations has proven to be problematic. While there isn't anything inherently wrong with reframing these stories as live-action projects, most English-language adaptations tend to completely change the localized context or misunderstand the source material. Perhaps the most egregious example of this is Adam Wingard's "Death Note" adaptation for Netflix, which takes the premise of a beloved gateway anime and warps it beyond recognition. In Tsugumi Ohba's "Death Note" manga, everything that happens is rooted in hyper-specific Japanese legends and mythology, where words like "shinigami" (Japanese spirits of death) and "Kira" (a transliteration of the word "killer") are integral to the premise. Once this cultural context is removed, "Death Note" falls apart, as we are only left with disconnected concepts that can never form a coherent whole.

This is also the case with "Bet," Netflix's Americanized series adaptation of Homura Kawamoto's "Kakegurui,...

Anime is taking over the world. In this day and age, who hasn’t watched at least a couple of titles? The medium deserves respect for being able to mesmerize the global audience. Many works have gotten widespread recognition, but this has its own disadvantages. If a series is too good, fans want more of it. That is how the fans received a gift they never asked for. Bet, Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Kakegurui.

The essence of the high-stakes, thrilling series was turned into something that was mild and toned down. The casting and the narrative were drastically altered, making the fans confused. These unfaithful renditions are the reason why live action has a bad reputation. And now, Bet has just gotten renewed for a second season.

Netflix took a gamble and raised the stakes

The streaming giant, Netflix, has gotten a grip on the anime wave. With many Netflix exclusives,...

Today just got much more exciting for fans of Netflix’s hit manga adaptation, BET, as the 60% Rotten Tomatoes series just scored a Season 2 renewal. Created and developed by Warrior Nun’s Simon Barry, the teen drama premiered on Thursday, May 15, with all ten episodes of the first season released simultaneously. Upon its release, it debuted as the ninth-biggest show in its first week, with 2.4 million views, approximately 13.7 million hours watched globally, and spent three weeks in the global Top 10 English-speaking shows.

News of BET's renewal was first announced by lead actress Miku Martineau, who said on Netflix’s X (formerly Twitter): “Hey Netflix, it’s Miku and I have some crazy news to tell you. You see that? Bet is officially getting renewed for Season 2, and I bet you are going to love it. I’m so excited. I’ll see you there.” This new season will...

May 15 saw the debut of Bet , a live-action English drama series inspired by Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura’s Kakegurui manga. There’s officially more on the way, because Bet season 2 has been confirmed. At the time of this writing no return date is in place. Miku Martineau, who leads the cast as Yumeko, hopped on X (formerly Twitter) to share the news. Related: Kakegurui Manga Inspires New Live-Action Series BET Simon Barry served as showrunner for the first season, writing and directing the Toronto-based production. The show is available on Netflix and stars Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O’Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo and Ryan Sutherland. The original Kakegurui manga has been running since March 2014, and has inspired spinoff manga and multiple TV anime seasons, as well as live-action TV series and film adaptations. Yen Press publishes the manga in English and describes the first volume: Hyakkaou Private Academy.

Netflix's Bet, based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui, was a wild card addition to the streamer's catalog in May 2025, but has been determined to have been successful enough to continue, which makes sense when it spent three consecutive weeks in the global Top 10 upon its release. Like its source material, Bet follows a new student at an elite boarding school where the social hierarchy revolves around gambling. Yumeko (Miku Martineau) immediately begins placing daring bets, all while leading a secret quest. Suffice it to say, the school will never be the same, a story that will now continue with season 2.

Netflix announced today, June 24, 2025, that Bet has been renewed for a second season. In a statement, showrunner Simon Barry said: "I'm extremely happy for our amazing Bet fans from all over the world, who get to enjoy another season, and for this incredible cast and crew to return to St.

One of Netflix's most polarizing live-action anime/manga adaptations of the year is set to make a surprising and major comeback. The streamer recently renewed Bet for Season 2.

What's On Netflix reports that the series will officially return for a second season despite the difficulties of the relatively low viewership numbers it received when it arrived on the streamer. Bet's lead actress, Miku Martineau, revealed the news in a video shared on Netflix's social media accounts, saying: "Hey Netflix, it’s Miku and I have some crazy news to tell you. Do you see that? Bet is officially getting renewed for season two, and I bet you are going to love it. I’m so excited. I’ll see you there."

Netflix Renews Bet Despite Controversial Season 1 & Mixed Reviews

Bet is a loose adaptation of the manga series Kakegurui - Compulsive Gambler by Homara Kawamoto and Tōru Naomura.

Netflix is betting you want to see more of Bet.

The streamer has renewed the teen drama for a second season, TVLine has learned. Bet, which debuted on Netflix last month, spent three straight weeks on the streamer’s global Top 10 English-language shows after its release.

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Based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui, Bet stars Miku Martineau (Star Trek: Section 31) as teen gambler Yumeko, who...

Netflix has renewed “Bet,” the live-action series inspired by the Japanese manga “Kakegurui,” for a second season following strong global performance that saw the show dominate international viewing charts.

The boarding school gambling drama spent three consecutive weeks in Netflix’s global Top 10 for English-language series after its initial release, cementing its international appeal among subscribers worldwide who have embraced the high-stakes teen drama.

The series centers on St. Dominic’s, an exclusive private academy where elite teens from around the globe compete for enrollment. At this prestigious institution, underground gambling determines social hierarchy, creating a cutthroat environment where students’ betting skills can make or break their standing.

The first season follows the arrival of Yumeko (Miku Martineau), an exceptionally talented gambler with a shadowy past whose betting prowess and secret quest for revenge threaten to upend the school’s established power structure. Martineau, known for her work in “Kate” and “Star Trek: Section 31,...

The Netflix live-action series Bet that’s based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui has been renewed for a second season. The new season will feature 10, 30-minute episodes.

Bet follows the students at a boarding school for the global elite, where underground gambling determines the school’s hierarchy. When Yumeko (Miku Martineau), a mysterious transfer student arrives, her gambling prowess puts her in the crosshairs of the powerful Student Council, while her secret quest for revenge threatens to upend the school’s status quo entirely.

The series spent three weeks in the global Top 10 of English-speaking shows following its season one release.

“I’m extremely happy for our amazing Bet fans from all over the world, who get to enjoy another season, and for this incredible cast and crew to return to St. Dominic’s for more gambling and general madness,” said Showrunner/Director Simon Barry in a statement.

The cast also features Ayo Solanke,...

A live-action movie adaptation of Wataru Momose's Romantic Killer manga is set to release in Japan on December 12, 2025. The movie's official website and X (formerly Twitter) open today, releasing a teaser trailer and visual. Romantic Killer Live-Action Movie Teaser Trailer Teaser Visual Moka Kamishiraishi (Eiko Tsukimi in the Ya Boy Kongming! live-action series) plays the main character Anzu Hoshino, a high school girl who has no interest in romance, but one day is forced into a romantic turn of events. Additionally, members of three of Japan's leading male idol groups play the roles of Anzu's romantic interests — Kyohei Takahashi from Naniwa Danshi as Tsukasa Kazuki, Masaya Kimura from Ini as Junta Hayami, and Sota Nakajima from Fantastics as Hijiri Koganei. The three groups also provide newly-written theme songs for the film. Tsutomu Hanabusa , who has worked on live-action film adaptations including No Longer Heroine (2015), Kakegurui (2019), Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken!...

While they wait for news of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, fans will have something to look forward to this summer. The previously announced compilation movieJujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death is coming to theaters, and Gkids decided to tease it by unveiling the English dub trailer of the upcoming movie. The premiere has an event-like schedule, with a release slated for July 16 and 17 only. So, if you want to see Yuji Itadori (voiced by Jun'ya Enoki in the original Japanese and by Adam McArthur in the English dub) and Satoru Gojo (Yūichi Nakamura/Kaiji Tang) on the big screen, this will be your only chance.

As you probably know, a compilation film is the kind of feature that selects some highlights from a season of a particular anime series and explores its theatrical potential. In this case, we will see arcs that include the story of fan-favorite characters Satoru Gojo and...

The official website for the upcoming stage play adaptation of the gambling-themed manga series Kakegurui created by Homura Kawamoto (story) and Toru Naomura (art) has posted a main visual featuring the four lead cast members — Moeko Kanisawa ( idol group ≠Me member) as Yumeko Jabami, Seiichiro Nagata as Ryota Suzui, Moka Koizumi as Mary Saotome, and Ayaka Umeda as Kirari Momobami . Main Visual A web commercial narrated by Saori Hayami, who voiced Yumeko in the anime series, is now available on the play's official X (formerly Twitter) . Additionally, ten main cast members' individual visuals have been revealed. Yumeko Jabami played by Moeko Kanisawa Ryota Suzui played by Seiichiro Nagata Mary Saotome played by Moka Koizumi Midari Ikishima played by Kurisu Oto Itsuki Sumeragi played by Misato Kawauchi Yuriko Nishinotouin played by Fuyuna Asakura Yumemi Yumemite played by Yuka Murayama (≒Joy) Runa Yomozuki played by Momoka Satake Kaede Manyuda played by Hiroki Sasamori...

Spy x Family is one of the most hilarious action-comedy anime in recent years, and its brilliant voice actors, who bring the characters to life, have made a major contribution to its success. Saori Hayami, the voice actress of Yor Forger, is beloved by fans for her role in the popular series.

Hayami has previously delivered mind-blowing performances as Yukino Yukinoshita (Oregairu), Chiriko Tsurumi (Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day), Yumeko Jabami (Kakegurui), Yamato (One Piece), and more. Needless to say, her role as Yor Forger is worth taking note of, and some might even want to know the secret behind her ways.

Saori Hayami’s ‘problematic’ methods get her in trouble

In a particular interview, Saori Hayami was asked about the important considerations she makes when taking on a role. The voice actress replied:

I believe that being emotionally invested is the key to embodying a role and expressing oneself.

Who doesn’t know Mamoru Miyano, the voice actor for Light from Death Note? The man has entertained audiences around the world with his amazing performances, and has been working in the industry for 30 long years. On June 8, 2025, however, when everyone least expected it, the anime community was met with bittersweet news. Mamoru Miyano, the renowned voice actor, announced his departure from his agency, the Himawari Theatre Group.

This announcement coincided with the 42nd birthday of the Death Note voice actor, and as mentioned earlier, marked the end of a remarkable 30-year journey with the agency. The Himawari Theatre Group shaped his entire career, and his exit, following the expiration of his contract, has saddened everyone. What’s next for Miyano? Will he continue to contribute to the anime industry, or will he perhaps find new entertainment avenues?

Mamoru Miyano and his career with the Himawari Theatre Group Mamoru Miyano...

Dragon Ball Daima has given the fans many sweet memories. From being Toriyama’s ultimate work with a return to roots style adventure setting and well-timed gags, Daima also reintroduced fan-favorite forms like Super Saiyan 4 in a fresh, canonized light.

Not to mention many of the plot holes in Gt have been fixed through the storytelling in Daima, the question now arises: could this finally be the era where Dragon Ball Gt’s villains have a resurgence?

Instead of being relegated to the non-canonical and not really noticed by many Gt, can they truly claim their spot in the limelight? There is one character who is unique and complex and can carve out his own niche even in a setting like Dragon Ball Super- Baby.

It is time to immortalize Gt by adapting the best of it

Though Dragon Ball Gt was never part of the official canon, its influence has never truly faded.

Gotenks has long been a forgotten character far past his prime in Dragon Ball. From being a character with a fusion that made it seem like the future was going to belong to him, the childish and arrogant Gotenks was pushed far away from the main narrative.

Although the appearances of the character have not stopped, there is no doubt that he has been sidelined as a comic relief character at best, with zero contribution in any major battle post the Buu saga.

A bold fan theory offers a new take that could change everything: what if Gotenks becomes the franchise’s equivalent of Gear 5 Luffy, lackadaisical, charming, yet extremely powerful?

Gotenks is a character rooted in mischief and mayhem

Trunks and Goten both have properly shaped arcs. Trunks has been focused on in many arcs, whereas Goten has gotten his screentime when he was learning to fly and fight.

Netflix’s latest YA series, Bet, wants to be the next Kakegurui– minus the stakes, teeth, or nuance. From the flashy aesthetics to familiar school-based hierarchy governed by gambling, the drama checks all the visual boxes. But scratch the surface, and you’ll find a hollow core.

Where Kakegurui delivered thrilling tension, psychological warfare, and layered characters, Bet seems to settle for emotion-packed monologues and surface-level spectacle.

Bet had clearly tried to draw inspiration from Kakegurui and failed miserably. And the problem doesn’t even lie in the fact that it borrows; it’s that it does so poorly, without an understanding of what made the original so addictive. The misinterpreted inspiration is most noticeable in the student council. For audiences familiar with the Og anime, Bet feels like a doomed gamble from the first deal.

Bet’s surface-level imitation of Kakegurui

On the face of it, Bet has mirrored...

The Westernization of regional stories very rarely succeeds. Kakegurui‘s Netflix live-action version, called Bet, might have achieved some level of attention, but to fans of the original series, it will always remain a blotch. In fact, after Death Note and Dragon Ball: Evolution, fans can’t believe that Netflix has not learnt its lesson.

The latest live-action of Kakegurui, called Bet, has undergone a lot of controversies. It failed to attain the essence of the original series and included things that were never necessary. And all of this is because past warning went unheard.

Netflix should have paid heed to Death Note and Dragon Ball: Evolution’s glaring warnings Dragon Ball Evolution was a massive failure | Credits: 20th Century Fox

Dragon Ball Evolution was released in 2009 and was loosely based on Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball. Unfortunately enough, it was also the very first live-action adaptation of the franchise.

Bet is a 2025 Netflix teen drama that reimagines the Japanese manga Kakegurui in a Western setting. The series follows Yumeko, a compulsive gambler who transfers to St. Dominic’s Prep, an elite boarding school where gambling dictates the social hierarchy. As she navigates this high-stakes environment, Yumeko’s quest for revenge unfolds, challenging the school’s status quo. With its unique premise and stylized visuals, Bet offers a fresh take on themes of power, addiction, and identity.

About the Show:

Created by Simon Barry, Bet is inspired by the manga Kakegurui by Homura Kawamoto and Tōru Naomura. The series centers on Yumeko, portrayed by Miku Martineau, who enters St. Dominic’s Prep, where students engage in high-stakes gambling to determine social standing. The narrative explores themes of obsession, manipulation, and the consequences of a society driven by risk and reward.

What Happens in Bet?

In the season finale, Yumeko confronts Ray,...

Netflix's latest live-action anime adaptation keeps climbing the streaming charts, even if Kakeguruifans seem less than impressed.

Per Netflix's own internal charts, the recently released first season of Bet has reached the number 9 spot on the streaming platform's Global Top 10 TV shows list for English-language releases, amassing 2.4 million views and over 13.7 million hours viewed since the series premiered on May 15. A more updated chart via Flixpatrol has the series standing at number 4 on the Top 10 chart for May 19, with Bet being bested only by Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story at number 3, American Manhunt: Osama Bin Laden at number 2 and Secrets We Keep at number 1.

Netflix's New 'Bet' Series Is a Streaming Hit But Fails to Impress Kakegurui Anime Fans Image via Netflix

Bet is based on author Homura Kawamoto and artist Toru Naomura's hit mana, Kakegurui. The series is set at an elite boarding school,...

The gambling-themed manga series Kakegurui created by Homura Kawamoto (story) and Toru Naomura (art) will receive a stage play adaptation in Tokyo in September 2025. Moeko Kanisawa , a member of the Japanese idol group ≠Me (Not Equal Me) is cast as the protagonist, Yumeko Jabami. Kanisawa previously played the role of Harukaze Doremi, one of the main characters in the Ojamajo Doremi stage play performed by the members of the group in 2022, but this will be the first stage play in which she will play the lead role alone. The Kakegurui stage play's official website and X (formerly Twitter) opened with a teaser visual featuring Kanisawa as Yumeko. Teaser Visual The rest of the main cast members include: Ryota Suzui played by Seiichiro Nagata Mary Saotome played by Moka Koizumi Midari Ikishima played by Kurisu Oto Itsuki Sumeragi played by Misato Kawauchi Yuriko Nishinotoui n played by Fuyuna Asakura Yumemi Yumemite...

Only days after its release on Netflix, a live-action adaptation of a popular Japanese manga series is already on the streaming platform's global Top 10 TV shows. Netflix has released its viewership data for the week of May 12th through the 18th, 2025, and this includes a roundup of how popular TV shows rank on the global and local levels. Several newcomers have done well this particular week, with American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden, released on May 14th, taking the #1 spot.

Historically, Netflix's live-action anime or manga adaptations have been hit or miss. Some notorious flops include Cowboy Bebop, which released its first and final season in 2021, and Fullmetal Alchemist: The Final Alchemy, the last nail in the coffin for the live-action Fullmetal franchise. However, widespread successes, such as the Alice in Borderland and One Piece adaptations, have inspired Netflix to continue turning popular animated Japanese entertainment into live-action masterpieces. Now, another...

In 2016, Yuri!!! on Ice was released on Crunchyroll and became one of the biggest anime of the year. It won numerous awards and currently has a MyAnimeList score of 7.90. Now, the hit anime series will be available to watch on another streaming platform next month.

On June 3, 2025, all 12 episodes of Yuri!!! On Ice Season 1 will be available to stream on Hulu. Both the English Sub and Dub versions will be available on the streaming platform. When Yuri!!! On Ice was first released, and professional figure skaters highly praised the show's accuracy. During the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, Japanese skaters Miu Suzaki and Ryuichi Kihara performed one of the show's soundtracks during the pairs' competition.

Yuri!!! on Ice is an original sports anime created by Sayo Yamamoto and Mitsurō Kubo, following the story of Japanese figure skater Yuri Katsuki (Toshiyuki Toyonaga), who professional Russian skater legend Victor Nikiforov (Jun'ichi Suwabe) is training.

Lately Netflix has found success in adapting several acclaimed animated series, manga, and anime in live action, with One Piece, Alice in Borderland, and Avatar: The Last Airbender being some of the finest examples. Despite that being the case, the streaming channel still hasn’t learned from its mistakes, as becomes evident from its recently released ten-episode TV series, Bet, an adaptation of Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura’s manga series, Kakegurui. This westernized adaptation of the hit anime/manga series is shallow, lacks nuance, and emphasizes the narrative’s superficial aspects so much that it replaces the story’s sharp satire on class disparity and gambling with 90s teen school drama parody. Viewers who are not familiar with the source material will get confused by the narrative treatment, whereas those who have read the manga or watched the anime are going to detest this ludicrous adaptation.

Spoilers Ahead

Why Did Yumeko Join St.

Netflix’s streak of releasing new live-action projects has become quite prominent ever since it achieved success with the One Piece live-action. The most recent addition to the live-action list of the streaming platform is Bet, a TV series based on the popular Japanese gambling psychological thriller manga and anime series Kakegurui by Homura Kawamoto.

The series is one of the most popular Shonen stories that has a huge fan following, and it focuses on the journey of Yumeko Jabami, a transfer student who indulges in gambling at Hyakkaou Private Academy. However, she has a secret motive behind her actions, which drives her character development and the plot within the series.

Bet follows the same premise, but the TV series is not as enticing as the original manga and anime. There are many other aspects that the recently released show couldn’t capture, and thus it might not be the one for Kakegurui fans.

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Bet is a teen psychological thriller drama series created by Simon Barry. Based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui: Compulsive Gambler by Homura Kawamoto and Tôru Naomura, the Netflix series follows Yumeko, a teen girl who enters an elite private school where gambling decides the social status of the students. It follows Yumeko, a mysterious teen girl with excellent gambling skills, as he enters the school to get revenge for a past tragedy. Bet stars Miku Martineau, Aviva Mongillo, Anwen O’Driscoll, Alex Hook, Dorian Giordano, Ayo Solanke, Laura Afelskie, Hunter Cardinal, and Rami Khan. So, if you loved the over-the-top drama, engaging story, and eccentric characters in Bet, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Kakegurui (Netflix) Credit – Netflix

Kakegurui is a Japanese teen gambling psychological thriller anime series directed by Yuichiro Hayashi. Based on the...

The ending of Netflix’s new English drama show, Bet (a live-action remake of the anime series Kakegurui), promises it will return with another season. It is up to Netflix to greenlight the show, but considering that the main plot remains unresolved, we can definitely hope that the series will be renewed. As someone who has neither read the manga nor watched the anime series, this article is purely based on my understanding, or rather assumption, of how the narrative might unfold in the next season.

Spoiler Alert

Will Yumeko’s Mother Return?

In Bet’s final episode, we learned that Jo and Keiko had developed a financial system that promised to make wealth more accessible to people by bypassing the government and the banks, naming the new digital currency Bitcoin. The school board members, who we later learned were also members of the Kakegurui Club, had agreed to invest...

The Netflix series Bet, based on the anime and manga titled Kakegurui, is a fast-paced TV show where kids gamble using everything from cash to human pets to their own lives. The show is thoroughly entertaining, especially if you like to play a hand yourself. Each episode includes one big game that pushes the plot forward. While some of the games are basic card games, others are slightly different. The show follows Yumeko on her journey to avenge her parents’ deaths in a car accident when she was 6 years old. She comes to St. Dominic’s because she’s after a man named Ray. This man is a parent of one of the legacy students of the school. The only way for her to get to him, though, is if she climbs the ranks of the gambling leaderboard, defeating anybody who comes in her way. If she makes it to...

The complete first season of Bet is now available to stream on Netflix. It's the streaming giant's latest teen show, and it's what everyone's talking about at the moment.

Based on the beloved Japanese manga Kakegurui by Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura, Bet centers around 18-year-old Yumeko, a mysterious transfer student with a remarkable talent for gambling. As she enters the cutthroat world of underground betting at her new prestigious boarding school, Yumeko quickly catches the attention of the powerful Student Council. With a secret vendetta and a sharp mind, she’s set to disrupt the school’s social hierarchy, turning the game upside down for everyone involved.

(L to R) Rami Khan as Rex, Ryan Sutherland as Suki, Eve Edwards as Mary, Ayo Solanke as Ryan, Dorial Giordano as Chad, and Miku Martineau as Yumeko in Bet | Netflix

The English-language live-action series adaptation is led by Miku Martineau, who plays Yumeko.

Westernizing anime and manga, literally translating some of the eccentricities of the medium into live action without caring for nuances, has resulted in disastrous consequences in the past. Netflix’s old releases like small screen adaptations of Cowboy Bebop, or live action Death Note movies hold testament to that. The recently released Netflix series, Bet, inspired by Kakegurui manga/anime, repeats similar mistakes in its narrative treatment – resulting in some caricature-ish characterization. However, amidst all the characters that have appeared in the series, the oft silent, mask wearing member of Black Jackets student council, Riri, seems quite interesting. Possibly because she isn’t blabbering obnoxious and nonsensical stuff most of the time like most of the other players, and shows a bit of complexity which contrasts with the overly comical nature of the rest of the bunch.

Spoilers Ahead

Exploring Riri’s Past

Riri in Netflix’s Bet is inspired...

Netflix’s new drama series, Bet, is a remake of the popular anime show Kakegurui, so the premise might seem a bit of a stretch for those not familiar with the world. The protagonist, Yumeko, takes pride in being a compulsive gambler. And why not? Her parents were gamblers, and at a young age she figured out that there was nothing more tempting and fun than betting. She was expelled from multiple schools as a result of her addiction, but that didn’t stop Yumeko. She finally enrolled in a school meant for gamblers like her—St. Dominic’s. It seemed she had waited all her life to finally make it to the school reserved for elite kids. But what was the reason behind Yumeko’s desperation to join St. Dominic’s? Let’s revisit the most important events in the series to find out.

Spoiler Alert

What happened to Yumeko’s parents?...

Today is the day. All 10 episodes of Bet are now available to stream on Netflix, which means you can binge-watch the entire first season from start to finish without missing a beat. Or, maybe you'd rather savor the drama one episode at a time. Either way, you're in for a wild ride!

Bet is a live-action series adaptation of the popular Japanese manga Kakegurui from Homura Kawamoto and Tōru Naomura. However, keep in mind that it's not a direct adaptation. It doesn't follow the exact same story and instead draws inspiration from the original, offering a fresh take with new characters and plotlines. Don't worry, though. Yumeko Jabami and her love for high-stakes gambling are still the main focus of the show.

In this live-action series, Yumeko transfers to the prestigious boarding school for the global elite, St. Dominic's, where underground gambling dictates the social order. With her unmatched gambling talent and unpredictable nature,...

Netflix’s Bet ends with Yumeko being successful(ish) in her revenge plan, but it’s only the start, because she’s still got a lot left to do. The live-action English-language version of the anime Kakegurui tells the story of Yumeko, a transfer student at St. Dominic’s, an elite residential school. But of course, if there’s power, there’s hierarchy, and the students of this school gamble for a position at the council, the elite group of 10 students who call all the shots. To be fair, the council majorly consists of legacy students, but the “ordinary” kids are hoping to avoid “pet” status, the lowest of the lot, which forces you into becoming slaves to those who have defeated you. The show begins with Yumeko showing up at the school and disrupting the system by pushing Mary, a member of the council, all the way down to...

When I first started watching the Netflix original Bet, I couldn’t wrap my head around what was going on. It all felt so unrealistic, camp, and absurd. But then I realized it reminded me of the live-action Japanese show Alice in Borderland, but in English and set in high school. The strangeness of the English language in such erratic cadence felt almost intolerable at first, but once I got used to it, I realized I thoroughly enjoyed this very anime-style English-language revenge TV show. The 10-part show is set in a boarding school where we don’t see a single teacher the entire time, where high schoolers gamble for a spot on a leaderboard. One day, when a transfer student named Yumeko arrives at the school mid-term, she becomes the talk of the town as she starts to mess with the student council, i.e., the crème de la crème of the school,...

Break out your gown and get ready to toss your cap, because graduation season is here! Across the country, students of all ages and at all levels are celebrating the end of a journey and graduating to the next stage in their lives, whatever it may be. No matter where you are on that journey yourself, why not choose your weekend stream in celebration?

Go ahead and mark the milestone as well as the entire quest of learning. Cue up a movie about graduating college, a show about getting through high school, or a docuseries about taking the chance to seek an education in the first place, and the hopes and dreams that inspire it. Happy streaming, and congratulations to the class of 2025!

A risky gamble. The new series Bet, based on the Japanese manga Kakegurui by Homura Kawamoto, sees the student body of a prestigious boarding school —...

There's another week of brand-new television upon us, and I dare I say that this week brings some of the most exciting new series of the year so far. From sci-fi to comedy to action, there's something for every television fan to tune into and add to their watch list. It's the perfect time, too, to get into this batch of new shows before the streaming rush hits its peak this summer!

While there are a a few returning shows coming this, like Love, Death & Robots volume 4, Welcome to Wrexham season 4, and The Chi season 7, the new premieres are really the ones to watch. As always, on top of the series premieres and returning series, television fans also have new episodes to look forward to from the latest hits The Studio, Your Friends and Neighbors, The Last of Us, MobLand, Hacks, as well as the final chapter of Andor, which...

Netflix is bringing some heavy hitters to your screens this week. Your favorite streaming service has them all: new movies, series, and seasons of fan favorites.

If you're looking for true crime - not the political kind, we've had more than enough of that, thank you - Netflix has it this week. Looking to escape it all with some light comedy? You'll find it here. Or maybe you want your laughs in a darker vein - you came to the right place. And if you wish for some sheer terror, well...yeah, you know you've found it on Netflix. Expect more than a few to crack the top five.

You can uncover the truth of a pair of crazed killers, or follow the twisted path of a supplement snake oil salesman. Look behind the curtain of another of America's biggest manhunts. Or relax and let romance carry you away. This is the week for you,...

Netflix’s track record with anime adaptations has been anything but consistent. There are very few exceptions to the rule that live-action is nothing but a disappointment compared to the original.

Despite the surprising success of One Piece, the global streaming hegemon seems to have taken a step backward with its next venture: a live-action adaptation of the high-stakes gambling anime Kakegurui, now rebranded as BET. Unfortunately, the adaptation seems to be anything but impressive from the early glimpses.

This has led the fans to brace for the worst, with many comparing it to the notoriously disliked Death Note live-action from 2017. It might be that Netflix is determined to set things right, or it might just not have learned from its failure.

BET: An altered story and an altered identity

Originally released in 2017, Kakegurui is a story that centers on Yumeko Jabami, a transfer student who flips the social hierarchy of Hyakkaou Private Academy.

“Bet” is a new English-language TV series, based on the Japanese ‘manga’ "Kakegurui", created by Homura Kawamoto & Toru Naomura, directed by Simon Barry, Jacquie Gould, Craig Wallace, Joyce Wong, starring Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O'Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, Laura Afelskie, Dorian Giordano, Emma Elle Paterson and Ryan Sutherland, streaming May 15, 2025 on Netflix:

“..a student from Japan disrupts a boarding school's power structure with her gambling skills, challenging the ‘Student Council’ while pursuing revenge that could overturn the entire system.

“This mysterious new student with a tragic past is shaking things up at ‘St. Dominic's Prep’….”

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Netflix is ready with an entertainment-packed May this year. The upcoming month will see the premiere of many of Netflix’s original films and TV shows, including the highly anticipated new Fear Street film and a new season of Love, Death & Robots. Just like every month, Netflix is ready to overload you with great content. So, we’re here to tell you about the 11 best new shows coming to Netflix in May 2025.

The Four Seasons Season 1 (May 1) Credit – Netflix

The Four Seasons is an upcoming comedy-drama miniseries created by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield. Based on the 1981 film of the same name by Alan Alda, the Netflix series revolves around three suburban couples who vacation together each year. When one of the couples breaks up and the husband begins dating a younger woman, tensions between the group rise.

Even though we're all counting down the days until all of our favorite Netflix shows like Stranger Things, Wednesday (which now has a return date!), Emily in Paris, and more return with new seasons later this year, the streaming service isn't cutting corners with its new shows in the meantime. In May 2025, there are plenty of titles to keep our watch lists stocked with great content.

Beyond the exciting, high-profile releases coming in May, such as The Four Seasons, Sirens, and the latest binge-able drama from Tyler Perry, Netflix has even more great shows to offer. May also brings Big Mouth season 8, Thank You, Next season 2, The Royals, Secrets We Keep, and Love, Death & Robots. There's definitely no shortage in shows to watch on Netflix in the coming month.

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Netflix’s recent trailer for Bet, a live-action series adaptation of the popular anime Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler, has taken the internet by storm. I don’t know how Netflix expected us to react, but it is safe to say that a lot of people hate it with passion. I, on the other hand, have been unable to process the whole thing.

Yes, I knew that this was in the works, but nothing could have prepared me for the trailer. It makes the story look nearly unrecognizable, and while I will refrain from judging it too harshly, I have to point out its absurdity, since this was not on my bingo card.

Why is Netflix adapting Kakegurui…again? Miku Martineau plays Yumeko in Netflix’s Bet | Credits: Netflix

Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura’s Kakegurui is a one-of-a-kind story that thrives due to its distinct setting. Hyakkaou Private Academy is a ruthless place where wealth,...

The official X account of Netflix unveiled a trailer for the English live-action series based on Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura’s Kakegurui manga, titled BET.

The trailer revealed that the series will be released on May 15, 2025.

Simon Barry is the showrunner for the series. It stars Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O’Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, and Ryan Sutherland.

The series will have 10 episodes.

Netflix describes the plot of the series as:

At a private school where gambling determines social status, a mysterious new student with a tragic past is shaking things up — and betting on revenge.

Kakegurui – Compulsive Gambler is a Japanese manga series written by Homura Kawamoto and illustrated by Toru Naomura.

It began serialization in Square Enix’s Gangan Joker in March 2014, with its chapters additionally collected into eighteen tankobon volumes as of July 2024.

In North America, the manga has been...

Netflix's official YouTube channel has started streaming a trailer for BET , the upcoming English-language live-action adaptation of the gambling-themed manga series Kakegurui created by Homura Kawamoto (story) and Toru Naomura (art). The series will be releasing on May 15. According to Netflix Japan's official X (formerly Twitter) , the Japanese title is Kakegurui Bet . BET Trailer The main cast members of BET include: Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O’Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, and Ryan Sutherland. The seires is produced by Boat Boat Rocker Media with Simon Barry ( Warrior Nun ) as the executive producer and showrunner. Netflix describes the series as such: At a private school where gambling determines social status, a mysterious new student is shaking things up — and betting on revenge. Related: Kakegurui Manga Series Plans Its First Exhibition in 2023 The original Kakegurui manga has been serialized in Square Enix's Gangan Joker since March 2014, releasing 19 volumes to date.

"My name is Yumeko. And I've been bad... But sometimes you have to do a bad thing... to make the world better. This should be fun." Yes indeed it should. Netflix has revealed the official trailer for a new streaming series called Bet, adapted from a manga series. This English-language series is based on the hit Japanese manga called "Kakegurui" created by Homura Kawamoto & Toru Naomura. A transfer student from Japan disrupts a boarding school's power structure with her gambling skills, challenging the Student Council while pursuing revenge that could overturn the entire system. This mysterious new student with a tragic past is shaking things up at St. Dominic's Prep, and betting on revenge. Starring Miku Martineau, Ayo Solanke, Eve Edwards, Clara Alexandrova, Hunter Cardinal, Anwen O'Driscoll, Aviva Mongillo, Laura Afelskie, Dorian Giordano, Emma Elle Paterson, and Ryan Sutherland. This main girl as Yumeko has the exact same voice as Dakota Johnson,...

Today, thanks to Netflix, we can share a new trailer for their upcoming series “Bet” which is a live-action adaptation of the hit Japanese manga “Kakegurui” by Homura Kawamoto and Toru Naomura.

The ten-episode run was helmed by “Warrior Nun” director Simon Barry, who also developed the project that focuses on a group of boarding school students who are participating in an underground gambling ring.

Continue reading ‘Bet’ Trailer: Netflix’s Latest Live-Action Manga Adaptation Series Launches May 15 at The Playlist.

Adapting manga and anime series into live-action is always tricky, but it can immensely pay off if fans warm up to it. Today, Netflix is rolling out the first trailer for Bet, a new series that brings another manga story to life. The story centers around a girl named Yumeko (Miku Martineau) who enters the gambling underworld of a boarding school for elite students while forwarding a secret revenge plan. The series premieres on May 15.

The trailer for Bet makes it clear that Netflix is keeping the manga energy up and betting on over-the-top visual elements that worked so well with One Piece. We will see eye patches, masks and a protagonist who uses a distinct behavior during gambling sessions in order for people not to suspect she has a plan in motion. However, her talent in games shakes up the entire school's hierarchy, which makes her a target of...

For 11 years, Homura Kawamoto’s manga “Kakegurui” has delighted readers with its hammy, enjoyably ridiculous story of an elite private school where student popularity is determined through a cutthroat underground gambling circuit. Combining intensely serious gambling battles with a strong dose of lesbian homoeroticism, “Kakegurui” (which translates to “Compulsive Gambler” in English) has spawned an entire franchise since its first publication in 2014, including two seasons of an anime series produced by Studio Mappa, a live-action Japanese series, two spin-off manga, and two live-action films.

Now, Netflix — which licensed the anime series for international distribution — is taking the gamble of seeing whether this weird, campy property can make the same successful adaptational leap that manga like “One Piece” have in the past, rather than flop on its face like some other attempts to translate anime to new mediums (see “Cowboy Bebop”). The streamer has today announced that an English live-action adaptation of “Kakegurui,...

Mappa, the anime studio behind Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, and Attack on Titan: The Final Season, announced on April 1, 2025, that it has launched its own music label, mappa records.

With this new initiative, Mappa aims to enhance the musical experience of its anime by collaborating with composers and artists to craft soundtracks that more deeply connect with its storytelling.

The label will not only produce music for Mappa’s works but also expand into global music distribution, CD and vinyl releases, and live event management.

Mappa stated it will continue striving to create lasting anime experiences.

Founded in 2011 by Masao Maruyama, one of the co-founders of Madhouse, Mappa Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based animation studio known for producing some of the most popular and visually striking anime in recent years.

Originally headquartered in Suginami, the studio later moved to Nakano, Tokyo.

Mappa built its reputation with works such as Yuri!!! on Ice,...