Amazon has announced a new Amazon Original series for Japan: “Final Life: Even if You Disappear Tomorrow.” Japanese actor Shota Matsuda and Korean pop singer Taemin star. Twelve episodes are set to stream weekly on Amazon Prime Video, from Sept. 8.
Matsuda (“Over the Fence,” “Liar Game”) stars as a tough detective on a special investigative unit. Taemin, a member of the Korean boy band SHINee, plays a Korean who studied medicine in the U.S., but lost his memory in a botched experiment.
“Prime members will become hooked on this thrilling yet poignant drama series with an unusual pair of leads from completely different backgrounds,” said Amazon Prime Video’s Asia Pacific content head James Farrell.
Amazon has launched a steady stream of original shows targeted at Japanese audiences. These include “The Bachelor Japan,” “Businessmen Vs. Aliens,” and installments in the long-running Crayon Shinchan and Kamen Rider franchises.
![AMAZON MGM STUDIOS EXPANDS UK PRODUCTION INVESTMENT WITH ACQUISITION OF HISTORIC BRAY FILM STUDIOS LOCATED OUTSIDE OF LONDON CULVER CITY, California – [July 11, 2024] -- Amazon MGM Studios is acquiring the legendary Bray Film Studios located in Water Oakley, Berkshire, 26 miles outside central London, with plans to produce both new and continuing TV series and feature films on the site. The real estate acquisition encompasses approximately 53,636 square feet of sound stage space across five stages, 77,480 square feet of workshops, 39,400 square feet of office, 182,952 square feet of backlot, and 156,000 square feet of parking space. Amazon MGM Studios had previously been leasing sound stages, offices, and production facilities at Bray Film Studios since January 1, 2022, when it became the production home for the second season of the global hit Prime Video series The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. “This is a landmark moment for us - acquiring a studio with such a rich heritage and storied past is a great privilege, and we look forward to our biggest shows and movies, including UK and EU Original productions, calling it home.” said Mike Hopkins, Head of Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios. “This purchase represents our continued confidence in the UK creative industry and its world-class talent, and we’re excited about the wealth of opportunities for production jobs, and skills training from entry level to heads of department that this will bring.” “For 70 plus years, Bray Studios has held an important place in the history of British film making”, said Frank Burke, Chairman of Bray Film Studios Ltd, the previous owner of the site. “During our period of ownership, I, together with my family and team have witnessed the rebirth of this iconic facility and we are extremely proud of the part we have been able to play in bringing it to renewed prominence. We are now genuinely excited to be handing the studios over to Amazon, who we believ](https://variety.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LOTR_S2_UT_221025_00250_R2_3000.jpg?w=250&h=167&crop=1)
