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INTERVIEW: All The Info On “All You Need Is Kill”
Now playing in theaters nationwide is All You Need Is Kill, an animated feature adaptation of the Japanese novel about young woman Rita, who's living the same day over and over again. Director Kenichiro Akimoto shares he loved about making this epic action adventure.
FIRST LOOK: “Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom”

FIRST LOOK: “Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom”

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
January 8th, 2026
GKIDS announced today its acquisition of US distribution rights to the latest Shaun The Sheep feature from Aardman. First look at the trailer, here.
GKIDS Brings “Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution” To Theatres This December

GKIDS Brings “Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution” To Theatres This December

Haylie Baker|
October 31st, 2025
The next big North American anime event comes around this December, with the arrival of Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution. Debuting exclusively in IMAX theatres for a limited one day theatrical run, the movie will only appear on just 100 screens nationwide. In addition, a new IMAX poster has been unveiled.  This upcoming film is brought to […]

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Studio Ghibli Fest Part Two, More Classic Films Screening World-Wide

Announced April 18th, 2025, from New York and Denver, Studio Ghibli Fest continues celebrating the studio’s 40th anniversary with screenings of eight more historic films in both their Japanese and English dubbed versions. This new roster of films will be available throughout the year world-wide, starting with Kiki’s Delivery Service on May 17th and ending […]
Haylie Baker|April 20, 2025
Studio Ghibli Fest Part Two, More Classic Films Screening World-Wide

“Dan Da Dan” Hits Theaters May 30th Followed By Season 2 Streaming This July

The hype for Dan Da Dan’s return continues, as on April 3rd, 2025, a global theatrical premiere for the first three episodes of the EVIL EYE arc was announced. In partnership with ADN, GKIDS, and Muse, Mainichi Broadcasting System Inc. will bring a worldwide preview of the hit phenomenon to more than 50 countries and […]
Haylie Baker|April 7, 2025
“Dan Da Dan” Hits Theaters May 30th Followed By Season 2 Streaming This July

GKIDS Brings “Dan Da Dan” Season 1 To Blu-Ray With Exclusive Extras

In collaboration with Shout! Studios, GKIDS has released Blu-ray DVD sets for Dan Da Dan Season 1, the record-breaking anime phenomenon of 2024. Fans can choose between the all-new standard edition or the collector’s edition, both containing two discs and bonus content. The collector’s edition includes exclusive extras for fans to enjoy, such as a […]
Haylie Baker|April 2, 2025
GKIDS Brings “Dan Da Dan” Season 1 To Blu-Ray With Exclusive Extras

ANIME TRAILERS: GKIDS Announces 4K Theatrical Releases For Mamoru Hosoda Classics

On March 25, 2025, GKIDS announced the 4K restoration for three of acclaimed director Mamoru Hosoda’s greatest early films, bringing another round of screenings to their North American audiences. Starting the series of titles off is the love letter to single parents that is Wolf Children, starting May 11th and ending May 13th. Following the […]
Haylie Baker|March 28, 2025
ANIME TRAILERS: GKIDS Announces 4K Theatrical Releases For Mamoru Hosoda Classics

REVIEW: “Ghost Cat Anzu” Blu-Ray Released From GKIDS

Following its debut on streaming services on January 28th, GKID’S Ghost Cat Anzu made its way to home entertainment on March 4th! The newly released Blu-ray includes the film’s original teasers and trailers as special bonus features—plus, of course, the visually stunning film in high-definition quality. Ghost Cat Anzu is a heartwarming story, featuring endearing […]
Haylie Baker|March 5, 2025
REVIEW: “Ghost Cat Anzu” Blu-Ray Released From GKIDS

ANIME TRAILER: MBS Debuts “Witch Watch” Trailer With YOASOBI’s “Watch Me!” Theme Song

Last Sunday, on February 16, 2025, Mainichi Broadcasting System, Inc. (MBS) debuted a brand new trailer for Witch Watch, the highly anticipated anime adaptation of the hit Weekly Shonen Jump manga. The latest trailer treats fans to an early listen of the anime’s original theme song, “Watch Me!,” written exclusively for the series by the […]
Haylie Baker|February 20, 2025
ANIME TRAILER: MBS Debuts “Witch Watch” Trailer With YOASOBI’s “Watch Me!” Theme Song

GKids Presents Its Most Competitive Lineup To Date For Annecy 2025

Just yesterday, June 13th, GKIDS made its own history at the 2025 Annecy International Animation Film Festival in Annecy, France, with 4 new titles, 3 co-produced titles, and a 4K restoration for a 40th anniversary of Angel’s Egg. The North American studio known for elevating bold and talented artists brought its A-game for Annecy, upholding […]