Fuji TV to Air New Drama 'Water Boys 2027' Next Summer
Fuji TV has announced a completely new series, 'Water Boys 2027,' set to broadcast in summer 2027, with cast members chosen through auditions.
Fuji TV announced on October 15, 2026, that a completely new drama series titled 'Water Boys 2027' will air in summer 2027, according to cinemacafe.net. The production is launching a 'WATER BOYS Project' that spans roughly one year, from auditions through rehearsals to the actual filming of the drama.
The male high school student roles for the 2027 edition will be decided through auditions. A program page has been opened on TVer, and official drama accounts have been set up on social media platforms. A teaser featuring memorable scenes from the film and previous drama versions has also been released.
Fuji TV producer Yusaku Tajika is overseeing production. The 2027 broadcast date is scheduled for July 1, 2027.
Previous 'Water Boys' Installments
The original film 'Water Boys' was released in 2001, starring Satoshi Tsumabuki with Hiroshi Tamaki among the cast, and became a major hit. A 2003 drama adaptation, led by Takayuki Yamada with Mirai Moriyama and Eita Nagayama appearing, averaged a 16.0% rating across all episodes.
A 2004 drama version starred Junpei Ichihara with Akinobu Nakao, Teppei Koike and Satomi Ishihara as the heroine, recording an average rating of 16.8%.
Quick answers
When will 'Water Boys 2027' air?
The new drama is scheduled to broadcast in summer 2027 on Fuji TV, with a release date of July 1, 2027.
How will the cast be selected for 'Water Boys 2027'?
The male high school student roles will be determined through auditions as part of the roughly year-long 'WATER BOYS Project,' which covers auditions, rehearsals and filming.
Where can I find updates about 'Water Boys 2027'?
A program page has been opened on TVer, and official drama accounts have been established on social media. A teaser featuring memorable scenes from earlier versions has also been released.