The Pui Pui Molcar franchise is commemorating its fifth anniversary with the production of a new special. The announcement, which arrived on August 10 to coincide with the birthday of the character Choco, features the return of series creator Tomoki Misato. Misato is set to write the screenplay and direct the project, marking his first time back in the director's chair for the franchise since the conclusion of the original television series.
A newly released teaser trailer and promotional visual featuring the character Potato provide a first look at the celebratory project. The series, renowned for its distinct use of wool-felt puppets in stop-motion animation, first debuted in 2021 as part of TV Tokyo’s Kinder TV program. Its unique premise—centered on guinea pigs transformed into vehicles—quickly gained global traction, leading to widespread availability on Netflix.
This special signals a return to the series' stop-motion roots following the 2024 release of Pui Pui Molcar the Movie: MOLMAX, which utilized 3D CG animation. As the mastermind behind the original show’s directorial style and scripts, Misato’s involvement brings a sense of continuity to this milestone anniversary. While specific release timing remains unconfirmed, the project reinforces the lasting appeal of the franchise that first launched as a viral sensation four years ago.
