Netflix's impending live-action Cowboy Bebop series has been consistently capturing audiences' curiosity, of both the standard and morbid variety. It's not difficult to see why some may be apprehensive about the show's chances, particularly given the west's track record when it comes to anime adaptations. But there's no denying that the streaming giant is marketing the ever-loving heck out of the upcoming experience.

Their latest tease of info comes in the form of an enigmatic poster depicting Vicious, the main antagonist from both the original Cowboy Bebop anime and, presumably, the live-action series. Sporting a katana and a chin that could bust open a medieval fortress, this character definitely looks the part, even if only part of his face can be seen. Luckily, eager Cowboy Bebop fans won't have to wait too much longer before the full series shows him off in his full glory.

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Netflix posted the image to Twitter, along with the quote "blood will flow." Looks like the new series will retain Vicious' borderline creepy obsession with blood, and fans probably wouldn't have it any other way. Vicious will be played by Alex Hassell, whom many potential viewers will recognize as the messily-fated Translucent from Amazon Prime's The Boys. The English actor has enjoyed a storied acting career, appearing in such films as Cold Mountain and Suburbicon.

Since Twitter will always be Twitter, fans were quick to offer their 2 cents in the replies, with a particularly humorous one pointing out Hassell's resemblance to a certain white-haired mutant who also enjoys swords. "Geralt, come out of there," wrote Witcher fan account Redainian Intelligence, "you have your own show, don't be greedy!" The similarities between Vicious and The Witcher's Geralt (played by Henry Cavill) are indeed a bit striking, though Vicious sports a bit more of an arrogant look than his fellow Netflix blade buddy.

Cowboy Bebop has the potential to be either an incredibly fun romp or a testament to missing the mark. On the surface, everything about it seems awesome. John Cho may be a bit older than the Spike Spiegel many fans picture in their minds, but there's no denying that he's a fantastic actor and definitely looks the part. The cast looks great, the music is nostalgic, and the trailers seem to be pushing a fun and campy feel that lends itself well to the original anime's vibe.

But fans are still understandably hesitant to go all-in just yet. Western anime adaptations have a less than stellar reputation, after all. But hey, maybe it'll end up going the same route as one of the Wachowskis' other trippy projects, Speed Racer, where half of the audience absolutely adores it and the other half has no gosh dang idea what's going on.

Cowboy Bebop will begin streaming on Netflix starting November 19th, 2021.

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