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    Source: AnimEigo Image courtesy of AnimEigo.© TMS All Rights Reserved. Anime distributor AnimEigo and parent company MediaOCD have licensed the anime classic NOBODY'S BOY REMI (家なき子, Ie-naki Ko, 1977-78) from TMS Entertainment. Based on Hector Malot's 1878 novel, Nobody's Boy (Sans Famille), this 51 episode series tells the story of a boy who's life in the French countryside is shattered when he discovers he is actually not his parents' son. Forced to leave home, Remi searches for his real family. NOBODY'S BOY REMI is considered among the best works from director Osamu Dezaki (TOMORROW'S JOE, DEAR BROTHER, LADY OSCAR: THE ROSE OF VERSAILLES, and SPACE ADVENTURE COBRA). AnimEigo also describes the series as "DARK AS HELL. It's one of the saddest, most traumatizing depictions of childhood ever animated. But it's also hopeful, beautiful, surreal, and a testament to the resiliency of the human spirit."

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Yukinobu Tatsu/SHUEISHA, DANDADAN Production Committee Source: Crunchyroll press release New Season 2 Announcement Visual. Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Yukinobu Tatsu/SHUEISHA, DANDADAN Production Committee After yesterday’s season finale, it can be confirmed that this year’s critically acclaimed, genre-defying anime series DAN DA DAN will return for Season 2 on Crunchyroll this July 2025 for the summer anime season. Season 2 of DAN DA DAN is set to launch into a new chapter following the shocking cliffhanger that capped off the first season. The newly unveiled Season 2 announcement visual captures a sense of tension and unease, while the ominous presence of Evil Eye, fixated on Jiji standing at the center, commands attention with its unsettling gaze. The deep purple hues that fill the background heighten the anticipation of the intense and merciless battles that await Momo, Okarun, Jiji, and Turbo Granny. Adding

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    Source: Sentai press release Sentai Home Video has announced its March 2025 slate of anime Blu-ray releases. Product details follow, in order of release...   Photo courtesy of Sentai. THE WORLD IS STILL BEAUTIFUL Complete Collection Published by:    Sentai Distributed by:   Distribution SolutionsRun Time:         300 min.Street Date:      3/04/2025Format:            Disc 1 (225 min eps 1-9; Disc 2 (75 min) eps 10-12, Special FeaturesLanguage:       Japanese with English Subtitles (HD 2.0)SRP:                 $59.98 Being A Princess Has Many Perks But… Marrying For Love Isn’t Always One Of Them. When Princess Nike of the Rain Dukedom is sent to marry Livius, the ruthless King of the Sun Kingdom, she thinks she’s prepared to endure the worst in order to save her country. Until she’s thrown in jail by her new fiancé, that is.  But all is not quite as it seems, and maybe they’re just

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©1988 Mash-Room/Akira Committee Source: Crunchyroll press release Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©1988 Mash-Room/Akira Committee Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, has revealed that Katsuhiro Otomo's 1998 cult classic cyberpunk anime film AKIRA アキラ) will be available in SteelBook on 4K UHD for the first time on March 4, 2025. This special release will include many great special features, including “AKIRA Sound Making 2019,” “AKIRA Sound Clip by Geinoh Yamashirogumi,” “Storyboard Collection,” and more.   Story Clandestine army activities threaten the war torn city of Neo-Tokyo when a mysterious being with powerful psychic abilities escapes his prison and inadvertently draws a violent motorcycle gang into a heinous web of experimentation. As a result, a biker with a twisted mind embarks on a path of war, seeking revenge against a society what once called him weak.

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    Source: Crunchyroll press release Ringing in the New Year, Crunchyroll will simulcast more than 40 new, returning, and continuing anime series during the Winter 2025 anime season. With new episodes of exciting titles streaming every week from Japan, check out Crunchyroll’s Winter 2025 lineup highlights here along with the full calendar below: SOLO LEVELING Season 2 -ARISE FROM THE SHADOW- will be heating up this January with its action-packed return as Sung Jinwoo continues to master his new abilities in order to save his mother. As he faces some of his toughest foes, Jinwoo pushes his body and mind to the limit. In the all-new original series ZENSHU, an animator’s life is turned upside down after she wakes up in the world of her favorite childhood anime movie. Starting on January 5, will she be able to storyboard her way out of this harrowing

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    Source: HIDIVE press release Official Site: https://hanashura-anime.com/ (Japan)Special Thanks to Scott Barretto (AMCN Entertainment Group) Photo courtesy of HIDIVE. ©Ayano Takeda, Musshu/Shueisha, Flower and Asura Project Heart-warming good times are in store for anime fans starting this January. AMC Network’s HIDIVE revealed today that the new slice of life drama FLOWERS AND ASURA (花は咲く、修羅の如く, Hana wa Saku, Shura no Gotoku, 2025) will stream exclusively in North America, UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand as part of the streaming service’s slate of Winter 2025 simulcasts next year. The series is adapted from the popular manga by Ayano Takeda, the beloved novelist known for her signature work Sound! Euphonium.    “We’re excited to add Flower and Asura to our exclusive line-up of Winter 2025 simulcast series,” said John Ledford, President of HIDIVE. “This new slice of life drama based on a work of Ayano Takeda, beloved creator of

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    Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Japan. ©Akane Shimizu / KODANSHA ©Shigemitsu Harada, Issei Hatsuyoshi, Akane Shimizu / KODANSHA ©2024 CELLS AT WORK! Film Partners Source: Warner Bros. Pictures Japan Official Site: saibou-movie.com (Japan)   Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Japan. ©Akane Shimizu / KODANSHA ©Shigemitsu Harada, Issei Hatsuyoshi, Akane Shimizu / KODANSHA ©2024 CELLS AT WORK! Film Partners This winter, your body will become the stage for an epic story. Welcome to a film that will make you laugh, cry, and learn...!   Warner Bros. Pictures Japan has provided information and photos for CELLS AT WORK! (はたらく細胞, Hataraku Saibō), a live-action feature film based on the popular action comedy manga. The movie will open in Japanese cinemas this Friday, December 13th.   The Cells at Work! manga was created by Akane Shimizu and debuted in Kodansha's

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will Bring the First Film to Movie Theaters in 2025Source: Crunchyroll press release Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, has revealed a new visual from famed animation studio ufotable for the highly anticipated DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編, Gekijō-ban `Kimetsu no Yaiba' Mugen-jō Hen), the first film in an epic trilogy coming exclusively to theaters globally in 2025. Earlier today from the Thunder Stage at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil,  Japanese voice actors Takahiro Sakurai (Giyu Tomioka) and Kengo Kawanishi (Muichiro Tokito) along with Brazilian voice actor Daniel Figueira (Tanjiro Kamado) gave a sneak peek look to clamoring fans at the intricate Infinity Castle that is the setting for the impending all-out war between the Demon Slayer Corps and demonic leader Muzan Kibutsuji! The film will

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    Crunchyroll Acquires ATTACK ON TITAN: THE LAST ATTACK Movie in Select Territories, Crunchyroll Anime Awards Return to Tokyo, Takashi Miike Revealed as Executive Director for NYAIGHT OF THE LIVING CAT, and MoreSource: Crunchyroll press release On Thursday, Crunchyroll held its Industry Panel at CCXP 2024 at SP Expo in São Paulo, Brazil. See below for all the thrilling announcements made during the panel:   Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. Crunchyroll has acquired theatrical rights for the dark epic fantasy omnibus movie ATTACK ON TITAN: THE LAST ATTACK for select territories in Latin America, including Brazil, North America, EMEA, and Australia / New Zealand. Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will bring the cinematic experience that combines the final chapters of the highly acclaimed anime series based on the award-winning manga by Hajime Isayama to theaters in one colossal film in Early 2025. For more information and to see the

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    The Hour-Long Special Finale Dribbles Its Way to Crunchyroll on December 28Source: Crunchyroll press release Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©MK,YN,K/BLP Kodansha and Crunchyroll revealed that the hour-long second season finale of BLUE LOCK 2nd Season will simulcast on December 28 at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET. The second season is currently available to stream worldwide only on Crunchyroll, except Japan and parts of Asia – the series will also be available in India and Southeast Asia.Covering the acclaimed “BLUE LOCK vs. Japan’s U-20” arc, the trailers revealing the BLUE LOCK XI and Japan’s U-20 National team are now available with English subtitles.   About BLUE LOCKJapan’s desire for World Cup glory leads the Japanese Football Association to launch a new rigorous training program to find the national team’s next striker. Three hundred high school players are pitted against each other for the

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    Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment bring the momentous theatrical fan experience to North American theaters on December 6Source: Crunchyroll press release Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Solo Leveling Animation Partners Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, has released the NEW English dub trailer for the theatrical release of SOLO LEVELING -REAWAKENING- (俺だけレベルアップな件 -ReAwakening-, Ore Dake Level-Up na Ken -ReAwakening- ). Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will bring SOLO LEVELING -REAWAKENING- to theaters in the United States and Canada this Friday, December 6, 2024 (in IMAX on December 4).  WATCH THE ENGLISH DUB TRAILER HERE The anime series SOLO LEVELING is adapted from the best-selling Korean web novel written by Chugong, which was later adapted into a webtoon and manhwa in 2018, with illustrations by DUBU. The first season of SOLO LEVELING debuted globally on Crunchyroll on January 6, 2024 with a second season coming in January

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©BIRD STUDIO/SHUEISHA, TOEI ANIMATION Highly Anticipated Dub Premiered in North American Theaters in November Ahead of its Streaming DebutSource: Crunchyroll press release The legend of Goku continues when the English dub of DRAGON BALL DAIMA arrives on Crunchyroll starting on January 10, 2025 in select territories. Based on an all-new story and character designs from author Akira Toriyama, this original anime series from legendary studio Toei Animation commemorates the 40th Anniversary of Dragon Ball. Last month, fans were given a first look at the DRAGON BALL DAIMA English dub during Toei Animation and Fathom Event’s world premiere theatrical release of the series’ first three dub episodes on November 10, 11, and 12 in over 1,000 theaters across the U.S. and Canada. English dub episodes of DRAGON BALL DAIMA will be released weekly, starting with Episode 1: “Conspiracy” which premieres on January

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    Image courtesy of STUDIO4℃. ©Beyond C. Source: STUDIO4℃, Wright Film Co. press releaseOfficial Site:  https://happinet-phantom.com/hinotori-eden/ (Japan)Twitter: @hinotori_eden   Image courtesy of STUDIO4℃. ©Beyond C STUDIO4℃ is pleased to announce the anime feature film PHOENIX: REMINISCENCE OF FLOWER (火の鳥 エデンの花, Hi no Tori Eden no Hana, 2023), an adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's legendary original story Phoenix (火の鳥, Hi no Tori) will be screened with a live performance by a full orchestra on Christmas Eve for one night only. Osamu Tezuka, the “God of Manga,” is still revered around the world. His masterpiece and lifework was Phoenix, comprised of 12 stories created from 1967-1988. One of those stories, Nostalgia (望郷編, Bōkyō-hen), which depicts the future of the earth and the universe, was adapted by STUDIO4℃ as PHOENIX: REMINISCENCE OF FLOWER, which was released in Japan on November 3, 2023. REMINISCENCE OF FLOWER returns for a special

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Solo Leveling Animation Partners New trailer reveals thrilling scenes from the highly anticipated second season and a star-studded musical collaboration produced by Hiroyuki SAWANOSource: Crunchyroll press release Crunchyroll, the ultimate destination for anime, in collaboration with Aniplex, is excited to share a brief look at SOLO LEVELING SEASON 2 -ARISE FROM THE SHADOW- with the release of a brand new trailer. The series will premiere in January 2025 only on Crunchyroll. This video showcases upcoming footage from the highly anticipated second season, offering fans a glimpse into the next chapter of Sung Jinwoo’s journey. It also introduces the opening theme song, “ReawakeR,” performed by LiSA featuring Felix from Stray Kids. The electrifying track is produced by acclaimed composer Hiroyuki SAWANO (ATTACK ON TITAN, PROMARE), marking his return as the Official Soundtrack Composer. This collaboration brings some of the most iconic voices in the global

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    Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Filmworks. ©PROJECT YOHANE Source: Bandai Namco Filmworks Official Site: https://www.yohane.net/ (Japan)   Image courtesy of Bandai Namco Filmworks. ©PROJECT YOHANE Bandai Namco Filmworks has provided information and images for THEATER OMNIBUS: YOHANE THE PARHELION -SUNSHINE IN THE MIRROR- (劇場総集編 幻日のヨハネ -SUNSHINE in the MIRROR-, Gekijō Sōshūhen Genjitsu no Yohane -SUNSHINE in the MIRROR-), a compilation of the 2023 anime series that spun-off from the popular “Love Live!" franchise. The movie will receive a limited 3-week theatrical release in Japan starting November 29th.   YOHANE THE PARHELION reimagines the school idol Yoshiko Tsushima from LOVE LIVE! SUNSHINE!! (ラブライブ! サンシャイン!!, Rabu Raibu! Sanshain!!, 2016-17) as Yohane, a young fortune teller.   Story A young girl named Yohane grew up in Numazu, a harbor town surrounded by the roar of the sea and the whispers of

    Ultraman & Emi join the Arena with the ULTRAMAN: RISING DLC for the GIGABASH Kaiju Fighting Game. Photo courtesy of Passion Republic Games. © 2019-2024 Passionrepublic Games All Rights Reserved. Ultraman ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS

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    Ultraman & Emi join the Arena with the ULTRAMAN: RISING DLC for the GIGABASH Kaiju Fighting Game. Photo courtesy of Passion Republic Games. © 2019-2024 Passionrepublic Games All Rights Reserved. Ultraman ©TSUBURAYA PRODUCTIONS Source: Passion Republic Games press releaseSpecial Thanks to Reeca Lim Passion Republic Games have announced the launch of the GIGABASH | ULTRAMAN: RISING DLC. This DLC adds “Ultraman & Emi” from ULTRAMAN: RISING to the game, featuring iconic abilities from the animated feature film and a unique skillset that combines Ultraman and the newborn kaiju, Emi, as one character. With this latest DLC, alongside previous crossover characters from Ultraman and other Tokusatsu legends, GIGABASH now features a massive lineup of 23 playable characters. Will you rise to the challenge and discover what it means to be a hero? GIGABASH | ULTRAMAN: RISING DLC will be available on November 28, 2024 @

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    Source: Sentai press release Sentai Home Video has announced its February 2025 slate of anime Blu-ray releases. Product details follow, in order of release...   Photo courtesy of Sentai. CHAINED SOLDIER COMPLETE COLLECTION Published by:    Sentai Distributed by:   Distribution SolutionsRun Time:         300 min.Street Date:      2/04/2025Format:             BD  - Disc 1 (225 min eps 1-9; Disc 2 (75 min) eps 10-12, Special FeaturesLanguage:        English Dub (HD 2.0), English SDH, Japanese with English Subtitles (HD 2.0)SRP:                 $69.98 In a world where only women can gain superpowers, Yuuki Wakura seemed doomed to a boring future working in secondary and caretaker positions. Then fate literally changes his world, pulling him into the monster-filled Mato dimension, where he’s rescued by the dominating Kyouka Uzen, whose ability temporarily gives Yuuki incredible power… at the cost of transforming him into her inhuman slave! Stunned at Yuuki’s strength when transformed,

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    Photo courtesy of BANDAI CARD GAMES. ©SOTSU・SUNRISE ©SOTSU・SUNRISE・MBS ©BANDAI Source: BANDAI CARD GAMES press release Official Site: Gundam-GCG.com Special Thanks to Scott Barretto Photo courtesy of BANDAI CARD GAMES. ©SOTSU・SUNRISE ©SOTSU・SUNRISE・MBS ©BANDAI In T-minus twenty days the GUNDAM CARD GAME will launch at Johnson Space Center in Houston, home of NASA’s Mission Control Center and the perfect backdrop for the world premiere of BANDAI CARD GAMES’ brand-new trading card game (TCG) based on the global hit anime series “Mobile Suit Gundam.” BANDAI CARD GAMES staff and executives will host an invited audience comprised of press, influencers, and retailers for an immersive GUNDAM experience showcasing the new card game. Guests at the special world premiere event will be among the first to ever play the new GUNDAM CARD GAME - before the North American launch of its Edition Beta product in January 2025, and well ahead

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    Image courtesy of Crunchyroll. Additional Blu-rays Arriving from Crunchyroll this February Include THE RISING OF THE SHIELD HERO Season 3, ONE PIECE - Collection 36, and HEAVEN OFFICIAL’S BLESSING Season 2, Among OthersSource: Crunchyroll press release Before they became two of the most powerful sorcerers in the world, revisit Gojo and Geto’s school days in JUJUTSU KAISEN HIDDEN INVENTORY / PREMATURE DEATH, releasing on Blu-ray on February 4, 2025 from Crunchyroll. Fans looking to own the widely acclaimed and celebrated 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Award-winning series will also receive three art cards featuring Satoru Gojo, Suguru Geto, and Toji Fushiguro with purchase.  The adventures of Naofumi and Raphtalia continue in THE RISING OF THE SHIELD HERO Season 3, which will arrive on Blu-ray on February 25, 2025. A Limited Edition Blu-ray box set will contain exclusive items, including a 64-page art book with Japanese cast and

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    Photo courtesy of Trafalgar Releasing. ©2003 Virgin Records Ltd/EMI Music France Source: Trafalgar Releasing press releaseOfficial Site: https://interstella5555film.com/ WHAT: Tickets are available now at interstella5555film.com for Daft Punk’s INTERSTELLA 5555: THE 5TORY OF THE 5ECRET 5TAR 5YSTEM, a one-night-only event that brings the celebrated anime to the big screen at over 800 cinemas across the globe, remastered in stunning 4K, plus six of Daft Punk's most iconic music videos. Additionally, the event’s official trailer debuted today (view it HERE).   INTERSTELLA 5555: THE 5TORY OF THE 5ECRET 5TAR 5YSTEM is a spectacular journey through Daft Punk's album DISCOVERY, which is certified Gold in the US, Platinum in Japan, 2x Platinum in the UK, and 3x Platinum in France. Originally conceived during the creation of their iconic sophomore album, featuring timeless anthems like “One More Time” and “Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger,” the film offers

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