Series synopsis
Nina the Starry Bride, also known as 星降る王国のニナ is a Japanese animation drama sci-fi & fantasy television series that premiered on Tokyo MX on October 7, 2024. It ended on December 23, 2024. It stars Minami Tanaka, Yuuichirou Umehara, Koki Uchiyama and Nao Toyama.
Nina never imagined she would be at the center of a royal deception. She’s had a rough start in life as an orphan in the castle town of Fortna. But when Prince Azure notices that her deep blue eyes look the same as the late Princess Alisha’s, he ordains that she takes her place and marry the Prince of Galgada. Despite this uncertain fate, she finds joy in knowing someone finally needs her.
Premise
Nina never imagined she would be at the center of a royal deception. She’s had a rough start in life as an orphan in the castle town of Fortna. But when Prince Azure notices that her deep blue eyes look the same as the late Princess Alisha’s, he ordains that she takes her place and marry the Prince of Galgada. Despite this uncertain fate, she finds joy in knowing someone finally needs her.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Minami Tanaka as Nina (voice)
- Yuuichirou Umehara as Azure (voice)
- Koki Uchiyama as Sett (voice)
- Nao Toyama as Muhulum (voice)
- Tatsuya Tomizawa as Daitus (voice)
- Seiichiro Yamashita as Yor (voice)
- Kaito Ishikawa as Bidoh (voice)
- Shun Horie as Toat (voice)
Supporting cast
- Mitsuki Saiga as Hikami (voice)
- Masumi Tazawa as Ann (voice)
Guest cast
- Nozomi Nagumi as Saji (voice)
- Arisa Hanawa as Colin (voice)
- Isamu Yusen as King of Fortna (voice)
- Misa Ishii as Queen of Fortna (voice)
- Ikuji Nose as Lord Boulg (voice)
- Akinori Egoshi as Nina's Father (voice)
- Mikoto Nakai as Nina's Mother (voice)
- Nonoka Obuchi as Female (voice)
- Natsumi Wakasa as Court lady 1 (voice)
- Aika Wakuno as Court lady 2 (voice)
- Ayato Morinaga as Guard (voice)
- Hiromichi Tezuka as Senior Vassal 1 (voice)
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 12 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 12 | October 7, 2024 | December 23, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Origin of Sin In the wake of the death of Fortna's princess-priestess, Prince Azure purchases a young woman from the slums who shares her most defining feature. He sets out to turn her into a convincing impostor to cover up the death of his half-sister. |
October 7, 2024 |
| 2 |
The Lost Name After sneaking out of her quarters, Nina runs into First Prince Muhulum, who is also out and about where he's not supposed to be. As the castle prepares to celebrate the Festival of Stars, Nina considers sneaking back into the city. |
October 14, 2024 |
| 3 |
The Night of Dreams When it becomes apparent that Azure's life is in danger, Nina escapes the castle to seek help from the former king. However, the former king's wisdom and cleverness quickly puts Nina in danger. |
October 21, 2024 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Tokyo MX |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 7, 2024 |
| Last aired | December 23, 2024 |
| Runtime | 24 minutes |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Monday at 22:00:00 |