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Miyake Kenta, Maeno Tomoaki, Watada Misaki, Shirai Yuusuke, Kamio Shinichiro, and Nozuyama Yukihiro have been selected as the Japanese voice actors for the film “Vicky the Viking”, a CG-animated adaptation of a Swedish children's book (premiere scheduled for Oct. 2, 2020). In addition, their comments have arrived, and the poster visual has also been revealed.

“Vicky the Viking” is a fantasy story set in a “boundless ocean” and the latest work from the production team of “SING” and “Despicable Me 3”.
Vicky, a young boy who hates violence despite being a pirate's son, sets out to save his mother, who has been turned into gold by the power of a magical sword, by heading out to the ocean with his father and pirate captain, Halvar, and his shipmates.

The newly announced voice actors will give voice to the Flake's Vikings, who will be part of the journey sailing on a pirate ship with Vicky, voiced by Ito Sairi.

Miyake Kenta will be playing Halvar, Vicky's father and chief of Flake, while Maeno Tomoaki will give his voice to Leif, a master of the bow and sword who holds the secrets of the magical sword.
Moreover, the following voice actors have been chosen; Watada Misaki as Ylvie, a precocious girl who gets along well with Vicky, Shirai Yuusuke as Gorm, Harval's hanger-on and member of the Kangeki family, Kamio Shinichiro as Ulme, the cook who always sings with his harp, and Nozuyama Yukihiro as Thor, a mysterious man who holds information about the mysterious island Vicky and her friends are heading for. Let's look forward to seeing the characters who will be the supporting side of this adventure.

The movie “Vicky the Viking” will be released nationwide at Aeon Cinema and other theaters on Oct. 2, 2020.

<Full commentary is below>
[Miyake Kenta (voice of Halvar)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Halvar.
It was very fun. Halvar is a strong and brave Viking, but he is no match for his wife, and the way he treats his son Vicky is clumsy. He's also a good-natured man and easy to be deceived. There were a lot of comical aspects like this, so I was able to play the role cheerfully throughout the film.

Q2. How was it to work with Ito Sairi?
Ito-san has a very unique and attractive voice. Most of all, her performance was really wonderful, and I could feel her deep passion in every word. I think she embodied the straightforward and smooth Vicky in her own performance. I'm also very grateful because I learned a lot by working with her.

Q3. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
It's hard for me to say. (laughs) If I have to, I'd say that I have a relatively strong singing voice.

Q4. Please leave a message to our fans.
I hope you all enjoy the great and inspirational adventure of “Vicky the Viking” with a lot of excitement!

[Maeno Tomoaki (voice of Leif)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Leif.
I'm very honored to be entrusted with the role of this important character. I voiced him while being conscious of the presence of the character and his shaded aura.

Q2. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
I don't feel to be particularly better than other people. In fact, there are many things in which I believe to be inferior to others. I think that sense of inferiority is my actual weapon.

Q3. Please leave a message to our fans.
You'll be able to enjoy the film until the end as it's full of unpredictable twists and turns. Also, don't miss each character's actions.

[Watada Misaki (voice of Ylvie)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Ylvie.
Ylvie is a lively and slightly precocious girl. It was actually very fun to play! I loved her self-confidence and power, which also gave me a lot of encouragement.

Q2. How was it to work with Ito Sairi?
It was my first time working with her, she has a very cute and beautiful voice… I was really happy to be able to talk to her as Ylvie. There was a scene where the two of us called out to each other, and it was very fun to keep the rhythm of it…! (Laughing) The father-son scene between Halvar and Vicky made me truly enjoy watching it!

Q3. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
It's making fast a lovely rice ball! I was the manager of the judo club for 3 years in high school and I had been making 10 rice balls every day… (laughs) Now I can make it in a lovely triangular shape very fast. I hope that someday it will be useful somewhere.(laughs)

Q4. Please leave a message to our fans.
Among the ticklish scenes of Ylvie, her adventures with the Vikings, as well as the entertaining music and images throughout the film, you'll surely find your favorite scenes! This was the first time I came to know the character of Vicky, but whether you already knew her since before or are new to the character, I think you'll enjoy it anyway! Let's sail together for this great journey…!

[Shirai Yuusuke (voice of Gorm)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Gorm.
He's a little old man who watches over the ship, and he's also a very cheerful and energetic character, so I played him in high spirits! Gorm's whoopee-doo is memorable!

Q2. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
I'm an optimistic person, I guess. (laughs) Since I'm always very careless, sometimes I get shocked by that… but that's the reason why I enjoy every single day! Also, I can say I like greenery…

Q3. Please leave a message to our fans.
Vicky, whose history goes back to before I was born, has been turned into a CG animated film, which is about to depict an incredible adventure! I'm so happy to be able to participate in a work that I myself know. Life is hard in this world, but it's times like these that make me want to do my best! This film is a piece of work that will give you courage and energy, so don't miss it!

[Kamio Shinichiro (voice of Ulme)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Ulme.
I've always liked the musicians and cooks in the Vikings, so I'm really happy to play him, who is both a poet and a cook on board! Just being in the presence of him playing the harp and humming a tune makes the place feel strangely relaxed and soft.

Q2. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
I am confident in my ability to talk and communicate, so I am pretty sure I can sell pots, vases, etc. easily. My most attractive point is my “suspicious-looking smiling face” and “stinky tone of voice”. In particular, I have a reputation for my fishy smile.

Q3. Please leave a message to our fans.
This is a tale of the adventures of Vicky with her adultish lifestyle and the
humorous and irresistible Vikings. Their single-minded devotion and refusal to give up, and all kinds of emotions will be dug up after watching this movie. Everyone, from children to adults, will be thrilled to enjoy this film, so I highly recommend watching it with your family.

[Nozuyama Yukihiro (voice of Thor)]

Q1. Please tell us your impressions on playing as Thor.
While being excited to see what kind of character I was going to play, I finally got surprised when I checked the video footage (laughs). He is a very important character at end part of the story, so I did my best to voice him with great energy and coolness.

Q2. Comparing to Vicky's phrase “Wisdom is second to none”, what is second to none in your opinion? Or, what do you think is your charming point?
I think I'm a very friendly person who can talk openly to anyone. This is why I can make friends easily (laughs). In an industry where there is a lot of interaction with people, I think this is the “strongest weapon” in my arsenal.

Q3. Please leave a message to our fans.
This is going to be a heartwarming adventure! Let's watch it with Vicky while using your knowledge.

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