A luxury cruise ship, a seemingly relaxing vacation, and passengers who begin disappearing without explanation. Sounds like the perfect setup for a nightmare at sea. Japanese horror manga NOAH OF THE BLOOD SEA is heading toward a feature film adaptation, with Tyrus Pictures acquiring the rights to bring the disturbing story to the screen.
Deadline broke the news of the acquisition and provided details on the manga’s premise: Created by Yu Satomi, NOAH OF THE BLOOD SEA follows a family of three who board a luxurious cruise ship expecting a relaxing getaway. Their vacation quickly takes a sinister turn when passengers begin mysteriously disappearing. Surrounded by nothing but open water, the remaining passengers find themselves trapped aboard a ship that is becoming increasingly terrifying.
Originally published in 2018 through Takeshobo’s Web Comic Gamma platform, the manga ran for five volumes and blends psychological horror, mystery, supernatural elements, and graphic violence.
Tyrus Pictures is now looking to bring Satomi’s story to a new audience through a feature film adaptation. No casting, director, production schedule, or release date has been announced at this time.
We’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available.
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