I-chu: Halfway Through The Idol May 2026

The series is known for its diverse "units," each with a unique aesthetic:

: While the show features over 30 idols across nine distinct groups, the primary focus is on the underdog trio F∞F (Fire Fenyx) , consisting of Seiya Aido, Kanata Minato, and Akira Mitsurugi. Featured Idol Groups I-Chu: Halfway Through the Idol

: Beyond just selling CDs, the students must grapple with the fundamental question of "what an idol actually is" while striving for their professional debut. The series is known for its diverse "units,"

The story kicks off with a bizarre challenge: the students are informed by their principal—who speaks from inside a —that they must sell 3,000 CDs in three months or face expulsion. is a 12-episode anime adaptation of the popular

is a 12-episode anime adaptation of the popular mobile rhythm game I★Chu , which aired in early 2021. Produced by studio Lay-duce , it follows a colorful cast of aspiring male idols—known as "I-Chu"—as they train at the prestigious Étoile Vio School . Core Premise