TBS HOLDINGSʼ Overseas Strategic Studio THE SEVENʼs “Quiztopia” will be exclusively streamed on Netflix

THE SEVEN Inc., an overseas strategic studio which is a subsidiary of TBS HOLDINGS, Inc., has

announced to take part in planning and production of a live-action drama adaptation of the legendary

cult favorite manga “KOKUMIN KUIZU” starring Takayuki Yamada, who captivated audiences worldwide

with the Netflix series The Naked Director. The drama series will be directed by Teruyuki Yoshida, who

directed the NHK historical drama The 13 Lords of The Shogun. The scripts are co-written by the director

and Magy, who has diverse talents as a scriptwriter, director and performer in many dramas, films and

stage productions. And Akira Morii of THE SEVEN, who led the Netflix series Alice in Borderland and Yu

Yu Hakusho to biggest global hit success, will serve as chief producer.

Quiztopia

Quiztopia, is a new ultimate dystopian entertainment series adapted from the cult-favorite manga

“Kokumin Kuizu.” Originally written by Reiichi Sugimoto and illustrated by Shinkichi Kato, and the manga

was serialized in 1993 and became a rare find until its reissue by Ohta Publishing Company due to high

demand.

Set in an alternate Japan, the narrative revolves around a government-sanctioned quiz show with

supreme authority, as established by the Japanese Constitution. Contestants who win have any wish

granted by the government, but those who lose face severe consequences, such as fines, forced labor or

conscription. This deadly game tests participantsʼ resolve to pursue their deepest desires.