Popular BL Manga 'The Prince's Servant' Exceeds 2M Downloads and Set for TV Drama Adaptation Starring Shiki Ogawa and Toshiki Seto
NTT Solmare has announced that 'The Prince's Servant,' an original hit from its e-book platform 'Comic Seymour,' will be adapted into a TV drama starring Shiki Ogawa (BUDDiiS) and Toshiki Seto, premiering July 2026 with an extensive promotional campaign.
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NTT Solmare Corporation (Headquarters: Osaka; President: Toshiaki Asahi) has announced that its popular original title 'Shimo-be no Ojisama' (The Prince's Servant, by Mio Tatsumoto / Seymour Comics), featured on its leading e-book store 'Comic Seymour,' will be adapted into a television drama.
The drama is scheduled to begin broadcasting on July 3, 2026, on TOKYO MX and other networks. To commemorate the adaptation, a campaign will be held where volumes 1 and 2 of the original comic can be read for free, and volume 3 is available at 99% off. A giveaway contest will also be held on X (formerly Twitter).
1. About the TV Drama 'Shimo-be no Ojisama'
- Title: Shimo-be no Ojisama
- Broadcast: Every Friday from 23:00 to 23:30 (TOKYO MX1) starting July 3.
- Cast: Shiki Ogawa (BUDDiiS), Toshiki Seto, and others.
- Original Work: Mio Tatsumoto 'Shimo-be no Ojisama' (Seymour Comics).
- Script: Hiroko Kanasugi.
- Direction: Takehiro Shindo, Daisuke Matsuo.
- Music: Koji Endo.
- Production: Video Planning.
- Streaming: Free catch-up on TVer, unlimited viewing on FOD.
- Official Site: https://s.mxtv.jp/drama/shimopuri/
2. Cast Comments
Shiki Ogawa (BUDDiiS) as Naoya Goto:
'This show is packed with thrills and heart-pounding moments! In a world of various forms of love, the relationship between Naoya and Takaaki truly warmed my heart. Please enjoy this mature yet adorable duo until the end.'
Toshiki Seto as Takaaki Sato:
'Along with Shiki-kun and our wonderful team, we've created a slightly sweet and mature world. The concept of "status" or "position" is a key element in this work. Please look forward to it.'
3. About the Original Comic
The original manga began distribution in March 2023 and has gained immense support, surpassing 2 million cumulative downloads across major digital bookstores. The latest 10th volume is currently available as an exclusive early release on Comic Seymour (as of May 25, 2026).
The drama is scheduled to begin broadcasting on July 3, 2026, on TOKYO MX and other networks. To commemorate the adaptation, a campaign will be held where volumes 1 and 2 of the original comic can be read for free, and volume 3 is available at 99% off. A giveaway contest will also be held on X (formerly Twitter).
1. About the TV Drama 'Shimo-be no Ojisama'
- Title: Shimo-be no Ojisama
- Broadcast: Every Friday from 23:00 to 23:30 (TOKYO MX1) starting July 3.
- Cast: Shiki Ogawa (BUDDiiS), Toshiki Seto, and others.
- Original Work: Mio Tatsumoto 'Shimo-be no Ojisama' (Seymour Comics).
- Script: Hiroko Kanasugi.
- Direction: Takehiro Shindo, Daisuke Matsuo.
- Music: Koji Endo.
- Production: Video Planning.
- Streaming: Free catch-up on TVer, unlimited viewing on FOD.
- Official Site: https://s.mxtv.jp/drama/shimopuri/
2. Cast Comments
Shiki Ogawa (BUDDiiS) as Naoya Goto:
'This show is packed with thrills and heart-pounding moments! In a world of various forms of love, the relationship between Naoya and Takaaki truly warmed my heart. Please enjoy this mature yet adorable duo until the end.'
Toshiki Seto as Takaaki Sato:
'Along with Shiki-kun and our wonderful team, we've created a slightly sweet and mature world. The concept of "status" or "position" is a key element in this work. Please look forward to it.'
3. About the Original Comic
The original manga began distribution in March 2023 and has gained immense support, surpassing 2 million cumulative downloads across major digital bookstores. The latest 10th volume is currently available as an exclusive early release on Comic Seymour (as of May 25, 2026).
FAQ
TVドラマ『しもべの王子様』の放送開始日はいつですか？
2026年7月3日（金）より、TOKYO MX1などで毎週金曜23:00から放送開始されます。
ドラマの主演キャストは誰ですか？
小川史記（BUDDiiS）と瀬戸利樹のW主演です。
原作漫画の累計実績はどのくらいですか？
電子書店での累計DL数が200万件を突破している人気作品です。
ドラマの見逃し配信や動画配信はありますか？
TVerでの無料見逃し配信および、FODでの見放題配信が予定されています。
ドラマ化を記念したキャンペーン内容は？
コミックシーモアにて原作1〜2巻の無料公開、3巻の99%OFF販売、およびXでのプレゼント企画が実施されます。