Is the Anime Really Finished?#
If you are looking for a completed series to binge-watch, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Based on the latest news, Go with the Clouds, North by Northwest has been announced for a TV anime adaptation as of April 2026. Because the anime is a forthcoming project, it is not yet finished.
If you want to experience the story immediately and reach a satisfying conclusion without waiting for the anime to air and potentially leave the plot open-ended, your best bet is to buy the manga. The source material has been serialized since March 2016, providing a much more established narrative path than the upcoming show.
What is Go with the Clouds, North by Northwest About?#
Set in the stark, beautiful landscapes of Iceland (64°N), the story follows Kei Miyama, a 17-year-old who leads a very unusual life. Kei is a private investigator with a unique supernatural edge: he can talk to cars.
Despite his professional skills, Kei struggles with a few personal hurdles—specifically, he cannot handle pretty girls. The series blends mystery and slice-of-life as Kei takes on various cases, ranging from finding a beloved dog to reuniting long-lost lovers. However, the emotional core of the story revolves around a much more personal mission: searching for his own little brother.
If you enjoy mysteries with a touch of the supernatural and a strong sense of place, this is a series you should definitely keep on your radar. While you wait for the release, you can explore related merchandise to get ready for the premiere.
Recommended Watch and Read Order#
Since the anime is an adaptation of a long-running manga, the order in which you consume the media depends on your preference for spoilers and completion.
The Release Order#
For those who prefer to experience the story as it was originally presented to the world, start with the manga (2016) and then move to the anime once it becomes available on platforms like Prime Video.
The Completionist Order#
If you want every single detail and the full breadth of the story, we recommend reading the manga in its entirety. You can refer to our relationship tree below to see exactly how the adaptation connects to the original source material. Reading the manga first ensures you have the full context before seeing the scenes animated.
The “Anime-First” Order#
For those who prefer animation over print, you can wait for the TV series. However, be aware that anime adaptations often cover only a portion of the source material. If the anime ends on a cliffhanger, you will need to switch to the manga to find the conclusion to Kei’s search for his brother.
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Go with the Clouds, North by Northwest • manga • 2016-03 (serialized in Harta)
└─(adaptation)→ Go with the Clouds, North by Northwest • anime • 
