Fans expect to see Castlevania: Nocturne on its official release date of September 28 on Netflix. However, the service is now streaming the new anime series’ first three episodes, but not on TV. The streamer is currently holding its first-ever virtual showcase, DROP 01, featuring an early screening of the classic animated series’ spinoff.
DROP 01 is a 90-minute event that celebrates the best of Netflix’s genre animation series. Hence, aside from Castlevania: Nocturne, it also features other anime titles, like Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, Blue Eye Samurai, Masters of the Universe: Revolution, and more. There are surprise announcements and other never-before-seen sneak peeks happening here.
But amongst them all, many are looking forward to meeting the new Castlevania: Nocturne protagonist, Richter Belmont, a descendant of the series’ iconic heroes Trevor Belmont and Sypha. Fortunately, Netflix feels generous enough to give the awaiting fans a jumpstart on this latest Castlevania story.
Aside from Richter, the early screening introduces the unlikely crew who will fight with him against the incoming big threat, Vampire Messiah. As they’re about to join forces, bringing their shape-shifting powers to the forefront, not even the monsters in the series can stop them from saving humanity.
You can watch DROP O1 in the video below:
What is Castlevania: Nocturne about?
Castlevania: Nocturne is set during the height of the French Revolution in 1972. A counter-revolutionary aristocracy has allied with the so-called Vampire Messiah, who threatens to “eat the sun” and unleash a horde of vampires and other night creatures to conquer the revolution and humanity. However, Annette won’t let it happen and asks for Richter’s help, knowing he’s the last descendant of the famous vampire hunter family. With his arrival, he’s about to lead the resistance.
You can read the synopsis below:
France, 1792 – the height of the French Revolution. In a remote part of western France, the counter-revolutionary aristocracy has forged an alliance with a terrifying Vampire Messiah who promises to 'eat the sun' and unleash an army of vampires and night creatures to crush the revolution and enslave humanity. Annette, a sorceress from the Caribbean, seeks out Richter Belmont, the last descendant of the long-fabled family of vampire hunters, to lead the resistance.
What are the release times for Castlevania: Nocturne?
Castlevania: Nocturne will officially be released on Netflix on September 28 at 12 AM PT/ 3 AM ET. However, knowing that time varies per region, you can check the other release times based on your country below:
United States (PDT) - 12:00 AM
United States (EDT) - 03:00 AM
Canada - 3:00 AM (Toronto), 12:00 AM (Vancouver)
Brazil (Rio De Janiero) - 4:00 AM
United Kingdom (GMT) - 8:00 AM
Europe (Central European Summer Time) - 9:00 AM
Europe (Eastern European Summer Time) - 10:00 AM
Australia - 3:00 PM (Perth), 5:00 PM (Sydney)
New Zealand (Auckland) - 7:00 PM
Indonesia (Jakarta) - 2:00 PM
Philippines (Manila) - 3:00 PM
Hong Kong - 3:00 PM
Singapore - 3:00 PM
Japan (Tokyo) - 4:00 PM
South Africa (Cape Town, Central Africa Time) - 9:00 AM
India (New Delhi) - 12:30 PM
Though Netflix has already streamed the first three episodes today, fans can watch the entire eight series on Netflix tomorrow. Well, it’s just a good tease for everyone to watch out for the series.
