Fans of the classic Cowboy Bebop series can soon own the perfect recreation of the series’ tragic love story.
A new deluxe release statue of Spike Spiegel and Julia will be available on the online Crunchyroll Store and it will be released just in time. Slated for release in early 2024, the statue commemorates the anime’s 20th anniversary (though the series was originally released in 1998). Titled “Words We Cannot Say,” the work recreates the iconic image of a crouched Julia leaning against a seated Spike. Expertly crafted and supervised by franchise character designer Toshihiro Kawamoto, the Cowboy Bebop collection delivers a stunning look that’s perfect for any fan’s shelf.
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Crunchyroll’s Cowboy Bebop anniversary figures feature Spike and Julia
As mentioned, the Cowboy Bebop statue shows Spike and Julia relaxing romantically with each other, although Spike is still fully armed. One of his arms allows him to hold a Jericho 941 R pistol, although it can also be configured to hold a cigarette instead. Also included with purchase is the Cowboy Bebop franchise logo, which can be displayed on its own or on a stand for the statue. Two fabric roses and a 16-page art booklet about the series are also included. The resin statue itself, manufactured by Future Gadget, is 18 inches tall and 14 inches wide.
However, those who want to get their hands on the Cowboy Bebop statue will need to pre-order it quickly; the collection is limited to just 999 pieces, and given the popularity of the entire franchise, it’s likely to grow quickly. Furthermore, as an exclusive, Crunchyroll is the only place where the collection can be purchased at an attractive price of $999.99 USD. The release date is listed as January 1, 2024.
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Cowboy Bebop remains one of the most iconic anime of all time
Created by studio Sunrise, Cowboy Bebop is considered an indispensable classic for anime fans. Released in 1998, the science fiction series combines elements of many different genres. The anime reached its peak of popularity when it came to the West a few years later, where it became an instant hit on Adult Swim on Cartoon Network. Since then, it and its Adult Swim star FLCL have regularly aired on the channel, with Cowboy Bebop being one of the first “adult” anime experienced by an entire generation of Western fans.
In 2021, the series received a live-action remake from Netflix. This canonical title, including the way it handled Spike and Julia’s shared history, was heavily criticized by fans and critics alike. Despite this, Cowboy Bebop as a whole remains a landmark anime that showcases what the medium can do. As such, premium and fan-oriented items like the new Crunchyroll statue are just the latest form of the series’ fun space Western legacy.
Cowboy Bebop is available to stream on Crunchyroll, Funimation, Hulu, and Tubi TV.
Source: Crunchyroll Store