Nyaight of the Living Cat

A mysterious virus sweeps the world and turns most people into feral, catlike beings, leaving a small group of unaffected survivors trying to stay alive and make sense of the new normal. At the center is Kunagi, a man with no memories but an uncanny knowledge about feline behavior and instincts, which proves useful against the furry threat. The contagion spreads in an odd way, through warm contact and cuddles, creating tense and often absurd conflicts when affection becomes dangerous. The show balances action sequences with comedic set pieces as the survivors adapt, plan, and wonder whether compassion or caution will keep them alive, all while Kunagi pieces together who he once was.

Released in 2025, the series was created by Shingo Irie, Hawkman, and Mecha-Roots, and features voice performances from Masaaki Mizunaka, Reina Ueda, Hiroki Yasumoto, Ryota Takeuchi, and Shigeru Chiba as narrator. It's an original animated TV project that blends sci-fi and comedy sensibilities.

As of now the show hasn't collected major industry awards, though it has been noted in genre circles and on streaming platforms for its unusual premise and brisk pacing. Any festival screenings or nominations have been modest and regionally focused.

The premise quickly caught attention online, with fan art and memes emphasizing the contrast between cute cat antics and survival horror. Character designs and the idea of a "contagious cuddle" became talking points, and Shigeru Chiba's narrator work has been singled out in clips that circulate on social feeds.

Critics tend to praise the series for its tonal mix, where slapstick humor coexists with tense action and occasional eerie moments. Viewers often mention themes of identity, community, and how attachments can be both sustaining and risky. Performances, especially Mizunaka's dry delivery as Kunagi, help sell the weird balance of warmth and danger that defines the show.