Bocchi the Rock Dub has captured the hearts of anime enthusiasts with its sweet and silly storyline, showcasing character growth and emphasizing the bonds of friendship among its female protagonists. Produced by CloverWorks, the series aired from October to December 2022, drawing rave reviews from viewers.
With an impressive average rating of 4.9 on Crunchyroll, based on over 42,000 reviews, and a solid 8.3/10 rating on IMDb, Bocchi the Rock Dub has garnered widespread acclaim. Despite its popularity, fans are left scratching their heads as to why the show still lacks an English dub.
Bocchi the Rock Dub Delay Reasons
The confusion among fans is understandable, given that Bocchi the Rock was one of the standout anime of the fall 2022 season. However, the exact reasons behind the delay in dubbing remain elusive. One possibility is that the show’s unexpected success caught the makers off guard, leading them to forego plans for an English dub initially.
Still thinking that the reason they haven't tried to dub Bocchi the Rock is that they can't play the "you can't tell if the performance is good if you aren't fluent in the language" card
— PhantomNald (@phantomnald) February 17, 2024
Moreover, the lack of complete English translations of the manga source material could be another factor contributing to the delay. It’s plausible that the creators are hesitant to proceed with dubbing until the manga is fully translated, fearing potential impacts on manga sales.
What lies ahead for Bocchi the Rock Dub?
Although Bocchi the Rock has already seen a physical release on Blu-ray, the prospect of reissuing the series solely for dubbing purposes may not be a priority for the makers. However, history has shown that many anime series receive dubs months after their Blu-ray release, giving hope to fans. The makers shouldn’t have much problem working on the dubbing of this series since its high popularity would imply instant success and the makers could make good money.
In the meantime, fans are encouraged to remain patient and optimistic. With the anime’s popularity and demand for an English dub, it’s only a matter of time before news of a Bocchi the Rock Dub release date emerges. Until then, enthusiasts can relive the magic of Bocchi the Rock through its subtitled episodes and keep their fingers crossed for an English dub shortly.
