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Bayside Shakedown returns with AI-themed film in 2026
The long-running film series ‘Bayside Shakedown’ (Odoru Daisousasen) is returning with a new installment, ‘N.E.W. Metropolis,’ scheduled for release on September 18, 2026. This marks the first new entry in the franchise in 14 years.
Set in Tokyo in 2026, the story explores a futuristic police force where artificial intelligence plays a central role in determining investigation priorities and managing data. The plot features protagonist Shunsaku Aoshima navigating a landscape where AI handles tasks such as tracking suspects and requesting arrest warrants, raising questions about the necessity of human detectives.
The production has announced a high-profile voice cast for key police officials, including Fumihiko Tachiki, Kenjiro Tsuda, Koichi Yamadera, and Kenji Nojima.
However, reports indicate that a planned spin-off drama starring Jiro Sato has been cancelled. This cancellation follows reports of a harassment investigation involving Sato and actress Ai Hashimoto during the production of a different project, which has led to public discussion regarding the impact on the upcoming film's promotional plans.
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] A planned spin-off drama starring Jiro Sato has reportedly been cancelled. smart-flash.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The plot involves police investigations influenced by AI, including determining investigation priorities and requesting arrest warrants. agora-web.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Voice actors Fumihiko Tachiki, Kenjiro Tsuda, Koichi Yamadera, and Kenji Nojima will appear in the film. cho-animedia.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] The film is the first new installment in the series in 14 years. agora-web.jp · smart-flash.jp
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The film's setting is Tokyo in the year 2026. agora-web.jp
- [● 2 SOURCES] The film ‘Bayside Shakedown: N.E.W. Metropolis’ is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026. agora-web.jp · cho-animedia.jp