Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime reported to be under production

On Saturday, January 13, 2024, an X (formerly Twitter) user named @SugoiLITE revealed that the Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime, based on Sing Shong's apocalyptic fantasy webtoon, is under production. However, no details on the release date, production studio, cast, or staff are given as of this writing.

The Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime is set to follow the celebrated webtoon by Sing Shong. Notably, the webtoon itself is based on Sing Shong's web novel, with Sleepy-C's illustrations. As of this writing, the apocalyptic fantasy webtoon has released 185 chapters, with the 186th chapter slated to release on January 17, 2024.

Considering how it's one of the most popular webtoons of all time, the news of its anime adaptation has been an exciting one for fans. Even though it hasn't gotten an official confirmation yet, it's expected to be disclosed soon.

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Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime is reportedly green-lit for production

As mentioned earlier, an X user named @SugoiLITE posted a tweet on January 13, 2024, at 12:17 pm JST to reveal that the Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime is in the works.

Considering this user's previous predictions or revelations regarding anime adaptations or anime-related news have come true, fans believe this is not just a rumor but an actual leak.

Notably, no details regarding the Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime's release date, studio information, or cast and staff have been unveiled. However, fans can expect an official announcement regarding the anime's confirmation soon.

Kim Dokja, as seen in the webtoon (Image via Sing Shong/Webtoon)

Some ardent followers of this webtoon believe that the anime may be released in 2025. However, this is only speculation at this point, with no concrete proof. Besides, anime enthusiasts have already begun speculating on the studio that would produce the anime.

Some fans feel Ufotable would be the best choice, while others want Bones or A1 Pictures to handle the fantasy anime's production. This healthy discussion only shows how excited fans are about this webtoon's anime adaptation.

Notably, anime adaptations of webtoons have become extremely popular among anime enthusiasts. For example, the adaptation of The God of High School webtoon by MAPPA was a tremendous success.

An official illustration of The Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (Image via Sing Shong/Naver Webtoon)

The same can be said about the ongoing Solo Leveling anime, with fans already comparing it with Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer. It shows how the market is ripe for the popular webtoons to get anime adaptations.

There's no doubt that the Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime will surpass all expectations if done by a passionate group of people. Notably, Sing Shong's work has already inspired a live-action movie, which is currently in the works.

Lee Min-Ho, JISOO, and Ahn Hyo-seop are reportedly confirmed to star in this film. As such, the popularity of Sing Shong's web novel/webtoon is sky-high, and the anime adaptation will, undoubtedly, contribute more to its fame.

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The plot of the Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint webtoon

Kim Dokja's official illustration, as seen in the webtoon (Image via Sing Shong/Sleepy-C/Webtoon)

The Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint anime will follow the webtoon's intriguing plot, embedded with themes of fantasy and apocalyptic horror. The official platform of Webtoon releases the chapters every week, and it describes the plot as follows:

"Dokja was an average office worker whose sole interest was reading his favorite web novel 'Three Ways to Survive the Apocalypse'. But when the novel suddenly becomes reality, he is the only person who knows how the world will end. Armed with this realization, Dokja uses his understanding to change the course of the story, and the world, as he knows it."

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