New Fist of the North Star

New Fist of the North Star is a three-episode anime OVA series that expands upon the established Fist of the North Star franchise. Directed by Takashi Watanabe and produced by OB Planning, the series adapts the 1996 Hokuto no Ken novel "Jubaku no Machi" by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara, placing its story in a timeframe following the original manga's conclusion. An English-dubbed version of the OVA was released by ADV Films in 2004, comprising a total runtime of 178 minutes. The collection consists of three distinct installments: "New Fist of the North Star: The Cursed City" (2003), "New Fist of the North Star: The Forbidden Fist" (2003), and "New Fist of the North Star: When a Man Carries Sorrow" (2004). These OVAs collectively present a continuation of the series' narrative, offering further exploration of the world and characters established in the original Fist of the North Star. The production for this OVA series spanned from 2003 to 2004, with a reported budget of zero and revenue of zero. The individual episodes have received varying ratings on IMDb, with "The Forbidden Fist" achieving a score of 7.5. This collection provides additional content for fans of the Fist of the North Star franchise, offering a glimpse into the story's progression after its original conclusion.