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We Want to Fill Our Pockets with Adventure! Headline News

First Trailer for Pokémon Live-Action ‘Fill Your Pocket with Adventure’

The original series, based on the Pokémon ‘Red’ and Pokémon ‘Green’ games, stars Nanase Nishino and premieres on TV Tokyo October 19.

The Power of the Saxophone ANIMATIONWorld

‘Blue Giant’: The Challenge of Animating Vibrant Jazz Soloists

Director Yuzuru Tachikawa discusses the difficulty in capturing the raw power and energy of the musicians behind his new film’s young saxophonist, Dai Miyamoto, and his ambitious trio, when every solo is unique, and recording live performances picks up every little unwanted sound; film playing in U.S. theaters October 8-9.

Video Game Goodness Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Captain Laserhawk: A Blood Dragon Remix’ Clip

Dolph Laserhawk and his partner in crime Alex take on the Niji 6 in action packed fight that’s chock-full of video game goodness; the high-octane animated series debuts on the streamer October 19. 

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Drops ‘The Concierge’ Trailer

The anime destination nabs North American rights to the new film based on Tsuchika Nishimura’s popular manga series; will compete at upcoming Animation Is Film festival in L.A. October 21 with wide release expected in 2024.

Business Headline News

Bilibili Announces 68 Upcoming Animation Titles

The projects were revealed during the Middle Kingdom video community’s ANIME MADE BY BILIBILI 2023-2024 event; the offerings include a wide range of content including a new season and film adaptation of series Yao-Chinese Folktales in partnership with Shanghai Animation Film Studio and Shanghai Film Infinity.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Releases a Behemoth Fall 2023 Anime Lineup

We've got 42 trailers for you! The depth and breadth of the platform’s new slate is truly impressive, with top titles including ‘Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2;’ ‘One Piece;’ ‘Dr. Stone;’ and ‘Goblin Slayer’ among others; news shows and seasons already underway.

It’s Anime-zing Headline News

Adult Swim Drops Trailer for Toonami Original Series ‘FLCL: Shoegaze’

The fifth season begins where the third season left off, following two teenagers as they plot to destroy the Tsuganei tower; premieres September 30.

Celebrating the Best in Animation Headline News

AIF 2023 Announces Line Up – Miyazaki’s ‘The Boy and The Heron’ to Kick-Off

The 5-day festival opens October 18 with GKIDS’ presentation of the legendary filmmaker and Studio Ghibli’s new film at the Hollywood landmark TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX; program includes special screenings, competitions, panels and premieres.

Countdown to More High Seas Adventure Headline News

‘One Piece’ Live-Action Series Gets Season 2 Netflix Pickup

Creator and illustrator Eiichiro Oda confirms the hugely popular show will return, hoisting its sails with more adventures.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

‘Gastronogeek: An Anime Cookbook’ Coming September 19

See the exclusive yummy images - Chef and pop-culture expert Thibaud Villanova brings fan favorite anime to food, with 40 recipes inspired by the genre’s most popular works including ‘Attack on Titan,’ ‘Naruto,’ and ‘One Piece.’

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Unveils NY Comic Con Lineup

The anime platform will premiere ‘One Piece’ and ‘Dr. Stone,’ bring new exclusive merch, and host a variety of panels; event runs October 12-15.   

Business Headline News

HIDIVE Acquires ‘The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess’

The animated fantasy comedy series follows blundering and magically-inept vampire Komari after her appointment as a Commander in the Mulnite Imperial Army; coming to the platform next month.

What’s Up with Eren? Headline News

Crunchyroll Drops ‘Attack on Titan Final Season The Final Chapters Special 1’ Dub

The episode follows a crew of Eren’s old allies and enemies as they band together to try and stop his deadly mission; streams on Crunchyroll September 10.

Vampire Messiahs Oh My! Headline News

Netflix Shares ‘Castlevania: Nocturne’ Trailer and Images

The Vampire Messiah looks to enslave humanity in 1792 France in the ‘Castlevania’ universe’s next installment, which streams September 28. 

News Alert Headline News

Kyoto Animation Arson Suspect Admits to 2019 Attack

In defense of his actions, Shinji Aoba claims the Japanese studio had stolen his ideas, but that he now thinks he ‘went too far,’ leading his lawyers to plead mental incompetence during his trial at the Kyoto District Court.

Gum-Gum Fun on the High Seas VFXWorld

‘One Piece’ VFX: A Stretchy and Dismembered Pirates’ Life for Luffy

Co-showrunner Steven Maeda and VFX supervisors Victor Scalise and Scott Ramsey took extra-special care crafting the live-action series adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s famed 106-volume manga and 20-season anime series, noting huge risks tackling the beloved property while mindful of the long list of failed anime-to-live-action efforts that preceded them. 

Delays on Delays Headline News

Animated ‘Lord of The Rings: The War of The Rohirrim’ Release Delayed

The upcoming animated journey to Middle-earth, directed by ‘Blade Runner: Black Lotus’ helmer Kenji Kamiyama, will now hit theaters December 13, 2024.

Countdown to High Seas Adventure Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘One Piece’ Official Trailer

The streamer continues teasing the August 31 series debut with video featuring the original anime ‘Straw Hat’ cast; creator Oda-Sensei shares a message to ‘Crank up the volume’ and enjoy!

I Know Kung Fu Headline News

Bruce Lee Anime ‘House of Lee’ in the Works

Watch the kick-ass teaser trailer for the action/fantasy series, created by Shannon Lee from Bruce Lee Entertainment, Shibuya, and artist Emily Yang, that follows the Dragon himself as he assembles his Dragon Warriors in the face of darkness and shadow, out in 2024/25.

In Passing Headline News

Art Director Nizo Yamamoto Passes Away at 70

The acclaimed anime creative worked on many Studio Ghibli films, including ‘Princess Mononoke’ and ‘Grave of the Fireflies’ and was known for his grand cloud vistas, called ‘Nizō-gumo’ or ‘Nizō Clouds.’

Meeting the Girl of Your Dreams can be Complicated Headline News

Netflix Reveals ‘Scott Pilgrim Takes Off’ Anime Teaser

We've got lots of great pics... in the all-new series, Scott meets the girl of his dreams but faces certain ‘challenges’ to date her; Michael Cera, Anna Kendrick, and Brie Larson lead an all-star cast – the show debuts this November.

Welcome to Paldea Headline News

New Web Series ‘Pokémon: Paldean Winds’ Revealed

The four-part series depicting ‘the youthful drama of several academy students as they come into their own’ in the Paldea region premieres on the official Pokémon YouTube channel September 6, 2023.

Of Course Humanity Welcomes Displaced Cosmic Travlers Headline News

New ‘Bakugan’ Series Coming to Netflix and Disney XD

Episodes 1 and 2 of the new Spin Master anime to debut August 1 on the Roblox immersive platform before the series rolls out on the streamer and network in September.

Another Belmont Hunting Vampires Headline News

Netflix Drops Teaser Trailer for ‘Castlevania: Nocturne’

The next installment of the ‘Castlevania’ universe follows the sorceress Annette during the French Revolution as she seeks out vampire hunter Richter Belmont to lead the resistance against an aristocratic vampire foe; the show hits Netflix September 28.

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