Saved by the Ice Cold Prince’s Embrace – Light Anime Teaser Reveals Cast & Staff
Published 2026‑05‑14 20:14 UTC‑8 by Egan Loo
Overview
A teaser video for the upcoming July light‑anime adaptation of Saved by the Ice Cold Prince’s Embrace (Japanese title: Migawari Reijō o Sukutta no wa Reikoku Mujihi na Kōri no Ōji no Ai Deshita) was released on Thursday. The promo, along with the official website, confirms the main voice cast and key production staff.
Featured Cast
- Miku Itō as Katrina
- Yōhei Azakami as Clarence
Production Team
- Director: Yūsuke Morishita (known for I Want to Live a Long Life to Dote on My Favorite Stepbrother) – overseeing the project at IMAGICA Infos and Imageworks Studio, in partnership with StainLab.
- Sound Director: Yoshiyuki Oguri (ASLEBEN).
- Sound Effects: Hiromune Kurahashi (Otonarium).
- Production Coordinator: Kazuya Takahashi.
- Title‑Logo Design: Yukino Kinoshita and Bay Bridge Studio.
Story Synopsis
Katrina, the illegitimate daughter of a count and his maid, lives in squalor. After her mother’s death, her step‑sister and step‑mother treat her even worse. When the step‑sister is ordered to move north for “improper” behavior, the countess decides to send Katrina instead, fearing punishment for her own child. In the cold northern lands, Katrina meets the rumored “cruel” prince—only to discover a kinder heart than expected. Can pure‑hearted Katrina find love amid the icy winds?
Source Material & Publication
The manga is licensed in English by MangaPlaza. The original story debuted on the Shōsetsu ni Narō platform in July 2023, later adapted into manga by Funguild under its Comic Spira label (January 2025). The second compiled volume released on January 19, and the series has amassed over 1.5 million downloads.
Broadcast Details
The series will premiere on TV Kanagawa in July 2026.
Additional Notes
- The term “light anime”—coined by Dai Nippon Printing in 2022—refers to faster, lower‑cost adaptations compared to traditional animation.
- For more information, visit the official anime website: animationid.com/migawari/ and see the Comic Natalie article.
