Bass X Machina S1. Brian Tyree Henry as Bass Reeves in Bass X Machina S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026
Netflix is gearing up for a massive finish to the year when it comes to adult animation. Following a string of major announcements at this year’s industry events—including the expansive Netflix Anime Annecy showcase roundup back in June—Netflix is back and at AnimeNYC, which brought us massive slate updates for the Cyberpunk: Edgerunners sequel and Blue Eye Samurai Season 2—we’ve just been treated to a fresh look at one of the new releases still to come in 2026: Bass X Machina.
This genre-bending sci-fi Western just received an explosive new teaser trailer and a batch of gorgeous first-look images, building on the hype ahead of its newly set November 2026 release.
Here’s an updated look at everything you need to know about Bass X Machina, plus a breakdown of these brand-new visuals.
First Look: A Gritty, Steampunk Wild West
If the newly released images are anything to go by, Studio Mir and creator LeSean Thomas are cooking up an absolute visual feast. The steampunk aesthetic is dialed up to eleven, blending classic Wild West iconography with heavy, steam-powered machinery.
Here is a breakdown of what the new first-look images reveal:
- Meet Bass (top of the article): We get a striking close-up of our titular protagonist, Bass. Weathered, battle-hardened, and sporting a classic wide-brimmed hat with a high-collared coat and scarf, he looks every bit the stoic, gritty lawman. The falling snow (or perhaps ash) adds a cinematic, somber tone to his character design.
- Mechanical Terrors: The official logline promises a world “overrun by machines,” and the images deliver. One still shows a massive, terrifying mechanical bull with glowing red eyes and heavy exhaust pipes, standing menacingly in front of a dusty western storefront (“The Proctor & Gamble”).
- High-Octane Action: Another image highlights the kinetic action Studio Mir is famous for. We see Bass—mechanical arm fully visible—leaping dynamically through the air to take down a hulking, heavily armored robot. The backdrop features a massive, shattered clock face and scattered theater seating, hinting at some incredibly stylish set pieces.
- Incredible World-Building: Finally, we get a glimpse into the broader Steampunk world with a shot of a massive, heavily armored flying locomotive. Suspended inside a grand, glass-roofed station, this imposing piece of machinery is watched by awe-struck onlookers in western garb, perfectly capturing the show’s blend of 19th-century frontier life and advanced sci-fi tech.
Bass X Machina S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026
Bass X Machina S1. Brian Tyree Henry as Bass Reeves in Bass X Machina S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026
Bass X Machina S1. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix © 2026
In addition to the stills, Netflix also dropped a teaser trailer which runs just over a minute long and was the one that was showcased to audiences at Annecy:
What is Bass X Machina about?
Inspired by the legendary real-life Deputy U.S. Marshal Bass Reeves, Bass X Machina transports viewers to a lawless Steampunk West that has been completely overrun by brutal outlaws and machines. Here is the official logline for the series:
“In a lawless Steampunk West overrun by brutal outlaws, machines, and supernatural terrors, a father is forced to become judge, jury, and executioner — knowing that every act of justice meant to protect his family may ultimately cost him the very people he’s fighting to save.”
Who is behind the series?
The series was created by LeSean Thomas (who Netflix anime fans will recognize as the creator behind Yasuke and Cannon Busters).
Animation is being handled by the powerhouse South Korean team at Studio Mir, the studio responsible for gorgeous animation in hits like The Legend of Korra, Voltron: Legendary Defender, The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, and most recently, Marvel’s X-Men ’97.
Adding to the atmosphere, the series will feature original music from Roman GianArthur and Nate Wonder at Wondaland, guaranteeing that the soundtrack is going to be something special.
Who is in the voice cast?
Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award nominee Brian Tyree Henry (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Atlanta, Bullet Train) is leading the charge. Not only does he voice the titular character, Bass, but he also serves as an executive producer alongside creator LeSean Thomas, Jennifer Wiley-Moxley, and Chad Handley.
The rest of the voice cast for the series is absolutely stacked, featuring a lineup of familiar Netflix alumni and animation veterans:
- Brian Tyree Henry as Bass
- Janelle Monáe (Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery) as Glory
- Tati Gabrielle (You, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) as Dana
- Cree Summer (Voltron: Legendary Defender) as Ahni
- Chaske Spencer (The Twilight Saga) as Lighthorse
- Currie Graham (Reacher) as Rivenbark
- Starletta DuPois (The Notebook) as Etta
When is Bass X Machina coming to Netflix?
As we reported previously, while the show was originally eyeing an October premiere, the release slate was shifted and the series will now officially debut on Netflix globally in November 2026.
Are you looking forward to diving into the Steampunk West of Bass X Machina? What do you think of the incredible new animation in these first-look images? Let us know in the comments down below!
