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Takayuki Yamada Stars in 'Quiztopia', a Live-Action Adaptation of Fan-Favorite Manga "Kokumin Kuizu"
Get ready for the next ultimate dystopian entertainment experience with Quiztopia, a new series adapted from the cult-favorite manga "Kokumin Kuizu." Originally written by Reiichi Sugimoto and illustrated by Shinkichi Kato, the manga was serialized in 1993 and became a rare find until its reissue by Ohta Publishing Company due to high demand.
Set in an alternate Japan, the narrative revolves around a government-sanctioned quiz show with supreme authority, as established by the Japanese Constitution. Contestants who win have any wish granted by the government, but those who lose face severe consequences, such as fines, forced labor or conscription. This deadly game tests participants' resolve to pursue their deepest desires.
Takayuki Yamada (Ushijima the Loan Shark, Crows Zero, The Naked Director) stars as the charismatic quiz host who captivates audiences with his exceptional performance skills and enthralls the nation. When a group of dissidents aiming to overthrow the system confronts him, a frenzy begins to unfold, setting the stage for a tale of ambition, rebellion and human nature.
The series is directed by Teruyuki Yoshida, known for his work on Amachan, NEO - Office Chuckles, and The 13 Lords of the Shogun. The screenplay is co-written by Director Yoshida and Magy, who has been involved in writing for dramas, films, and stage plays, including Criminologist Himura and Mystery Writer Arisugawa and #BeMyFamily. Executive producer Shinichi Takahashi (City Hunter, Tokyo Swindlers) and chief producer Akira Morii (Alice in Borderland, Yu Yu Hakusho) also bring their expertise to this thrilling adaptation.
Stay tuned for more updates on Quiztopia, coming soon on Netflix.
Netflix Series Quiztopia
Starring: Takayuki Yamada
Based on the manga: "Kokumin Kuizu" by creator Reiichi Sugimoto, artwork by Shinkichi Kato, Published by Ohta Publishing Company
Director: Teruyuki Yoshida
Screenplay: Magy, Teruyuki Yoshida
Music: Yasunori Nishiki
Chief Producer: Akira Morii
Producers: Hirotake Sasaki, Tomoki Takase
Line Producer: Yoichi Hamamatsu
Cinematography: Yoko Itakura
Lighting: Kazushi Maruyama
Production Designers: Tsuyoshi Shimizu, Kentaro Kosaka
Set Decorator: Hiroo Kobayashi
Sound Recordist: Fumihiko Yanagiya
Wardrobe: Masatsugu Okita
Hair & Makeup: Kaoruko Ishii
Hair & Makeup for Mr. Yamada: Mitsuhiro Minamitsuji
Special Effects: Kazuaki Sekiyama
Action Coordinator: Hiroyuki Yoshida
Editors: Etsuko Kimura, Shiori Kawamura
Music Producer: Kohei Chida
Sound Designer: Kensuke Matsui
Rerecording Mixer: Hiroyuki Ishizaka
VFX Producer: Tomofumi Akahane
Post Production Supervisor: Norimasa Ishida
Colorist: Toshiki Kamei
Script Supervisor: Tomoko Nishioka
Casting: Sawako Ohzu
1st Assistant Directors: Takahiro Yaguchi, Kazuyuki Yamagishi
Production Managers: Sho Takeda, Tetsuya Takeuchi
In Association with: THE SEVEN, Inc.
Produced by: Netflix
https://www.netflix.com/quiztopia
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