Movie News

The latest news from the film industry


My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission Review: Full of Action

From the very first scene, it’s clear that My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission has set the stakes ridiculously high. A terrorist organization called Humarise has created a chemical weapon that sends people’s quirks into overdrive, and the first city they use it on is completely destroyed: everyone with quirks dead, and only the “chosen” quirkless remain. Unlike the last two films, World Heroes’ Mission doesn’t waste any time jumping into action as the students of class 1-A and pro heroes are sent around the world to strike Humarise. It’s also pretty clear from the jump that this film’s animation style is slightly different, with a bigger emphasis on exaggerated expressions for characters and action scenes. The animation definitely isn’t worse, per se, but there’s a visible … [Read More...]

Nichijou Manga Returns After Six-Year Hiatus

The beloved manga series Nichijou will finally be returning to the pages of Monthly Shonen Ace after the series creator Keiichi Arawi took a six-year break from drawing it.  Arawi announced the news on his Twitter account, also sharing a special illustration and sneak peek of the upcoming cover of the December 2021 Monthly Shonen Ace. There’s no word on how long this run of Nichijou will last, but Arawi simply said he “wants to draw.” 描きたくなっちゃったので「日常」、連載はじめます。 pic.twitter.com/fVO34SlsNf — あらゐけいいち (@himaraya) October 20, 2021 For anyone unfamiliar, Nichijou is a surreal slice-of-life manga that follows the lives of the various people living in the small town of Tokisadame and sports a trademark adorable art style. Here’s the official description from the series’ … [Read More...]

Toei and Funimation Partner for One Piece 1000th Episode Livestream

Toei Animation and Funimation have partnered to co-host a special livestream celebrating the release of One Piece’s momentous 1000th episode. RELATED: One Piece Releases New Visual to Celebrate Upcoming 1000th Episode The virtual event is hosted by YouTuber RogersBase on November 20, 2021, at 3:00 PT, the same day the 1000th episode is set to premiere worldwide. The stream can be watched on Funimation and Toei’s YouTube channels as well as One Piece’s Facebook page. According to a press release fans can expect free streaming of episodes 998 and 999, prize giveaways, fan videos, and more. “The 1000th episode of One Piece is truly a history-making moment not only for the franchise but also for the millions of fans around the world that have supported the series over the … [Read More...]

Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Arc Episode 4 Release Date Delayed

The fourth episode of Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Arc has been delayed, with the episode getting pushed back by a week. RELATED: Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc Episode 2 – Deep Sleep Review The news comes from the official website and Twitter account for Demon Slayer (via Anime News Network) on Tuesday, where the company behind the anime announced the episode will be pushed back from October 31, 2021, to November 7, 2021. The reason for the move is due to the planned election coverage for the Japanese House of Representatives, which is set to take place over the course of that day. The arc began streaming on Funimation on October 10, 2021, and will adapt the popular film into a seven-episode arc, with three episodes having already aired. Even if you’ve seen … [Read More...]

Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc Episode 2 – Deep Sleep Review

The second episode of Demon Slayer’s Mugen Train Arc kicks things right into the events of the film, as Tanjiro and the others meet the Kyojuro Rengoku, the Flame Hashira. With that in mind, almost the entire episode is a retread of the film but its overall quality still holds up, and the way the episode is cut makes total sense. The added context of the first episode also helps put a better perspective on the events that start unfolding on the train.  RELATED: Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc Episode 1 – Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku Review One thing that absolutely jumped out during this episode, however, is that it seems like Ufotable has touched up the fantastic animation of the film even more. It always looked phenomenal, … [Read More...]

Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night Gets New Videos

The upcoming Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night film got two brand new videos, highlighting some of the upcoming footage from the highly anticipated movie. RELATED: Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night Gets U.S. Release Date Both new videos come from a “Virtual Meeting” that took place for the film and were revealed alongside some new merch that will be available for theater-goers in Japan when the film releases, including new postcards, charms, and various plushes that will be for sale at theaters. You can check out both Sword Art Online the Movie -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night videos, which celebrate that the movie will release in 40 countries, below: Sword Art Online the Movie -… [Read More...]

Disney: Twisted-Wonderland Anime Adaptation in Development

Disney’s mobile game Disney: Twisted-Wonderland is getting an official anime adaptation, with the project already in development. MORE: Hawkeye: Disney+ to Launch First Two Episodes on November 24, New TV Spot Released The news was initially revealed on the official Disney+ Japan Twitter account (via Funimation), where the company shared a brief image showcasing what looks to be some of the characters that will be involved in the upcoming series. アニメ化プロジェクト始動！ 話題のスマートフォンゲーム 『ディズニー ツイステッドワンダーランド』 詳細は後日発表#ディズニープラス#ツイステ@twst_jp@DisneyPlusJP pic.twitter.com/7SjNA74H3X — ディズニープラス公式 (@DisneyPlusJP) October 14, 2021 Disney: Twisted-Wonderland is a Japanese mobile game that focuses mainly on the villains of various Disney franchises. In the game, players are dropped into an academy that houses many of the villains, with various dormitories each representing some of the most … [Read More...]

Attack on Titan Final Season Release Date Announced in Teaser Video

The highly anticipated second part of the final season of Attack on Titan will premiere early next year, according to a new teaser from NHK General. RELATED: Attack on Titan’s Final Season Returns January 2022 While fans had known that the final season would return sometime in January, an exact date of January 9, 2022, is now confirmed, with the premiere of the 76th episode of the anime officially set. You can check out the brief teaser for the upcoming second part of the season below: The cast and staff of Attack on Titan Final Season Part 1 will be returning for Part 2. The first part premiered on NHK General TV back in December 2020. It also streamed on Crunchyroll as it aired in Japan. Attack on Titan began as a manga … [Read More...]

Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles Post-Launch Characters Get Screenshots

Akaza and Rui will be the first two characters released into Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles, and now fans can get a much better look at the characters in the game. RELATED: Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles Preview: A Working Formula Publisher Aniplex and developer CyberConnect2 released a brand new batch of screenshots for both characters on Monday, showcasing the character designs as well as giving fans a brief look at some of their in-game looks during certain combat scenes. Akaza and Rui will be introduced into the game during its first free post-launch update, with two more updates planned that will also include two other characters each. You can check out Akaza and Rui in Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles below: VIEW GALLERY Demon … [Read More...]

Sing a Bit of Harmony Music Video Highlights Footage From Upcoming Film

Ahead of its launch in Japan later this year, Sing a Bit of Harmony got a new teaser in the form of a music video from production company Shochiku. RELATED: Sing a Bit of Harmony Trailer Teases 2022 Release for Anime Pic On Tuesday, the company began streaming a brand new music video for the film. Titled “You Need a Friend,” the video showcases some footage and stills from the upcoming film over the vocals from Tao Tsuchiya. “Shion’s goal is to bring chronic loner Satomi (Haruka Fukuhara) ‘happiness.’ But her strategy is something no human would expect: she serenades Satomi in the middle of the classroom,” says the official synopsis. “After finding out that Shion is an AI, Satomi and her childhood friend, engineering … [Read More...]

Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc Episode 1 – Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku Review

Demon Slayer’s Mugen Train film was universally loved by fans and critics alike, and the Demon Slayer anime is attempting to tackle that story again with a retelling before the premiere of Season 2. The first episode of the Demon Slayer Mugen Train Arc is interesting, however, as it represents an entirely new addition to the story, not even featured in the original manga.  “Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku” takes place shortly before the events of Mugen Train, and serves as a prologue of sorts to the movie, showing how Rengoku found out about the train itself. As a blazing orange sun dawns Rengoku is sitting in a noodle shop, and it’s here that Demon Slayer’s unparalleled animation is once again put on display. Even something so simple as … [Read More...]

World Trigger Season 3 Trailer Released Ahead of Premiere

The third season of the World Trigger anime got a brand new trailer this week when Toei Animation unveiled the latest look during New York Comic Con 2021. MORE: Iké Boys Interview: Director Eric McEver Discusses Anime & Kaiju Influences The third season of the popular anime is streaming now and will air every Saturday at 1:30 a.m. in Japan on TV Asahi’s NUMAnimation programming block. Crunchyroll will stream the new season as new episodes air, with the premiere of the third season on the service now. During a panel hosted during the convention,it was also revealed by Toei that the English dub for the anime’s second season is in production and that the company expects the project to be finished by the end of the year. … [Read More...]

Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution’s Third Film Hits Theaters in 2022, View Key Art

During its panel at New York Comic-Con Funimation announced that Eureka: Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution will hit theaters in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand in 2022.  Eureka: Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution is the third and final film in the trilogy, picking up ten years after the events of the previous film from 2018, Anemone: Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution. The trilogy first debuted in 2017 and started by retelling the anime series, before diving into a brand new direction. The original Eureka Seven series was a massive hit created by Studio Bones and premiered in 2005. The third film is directed by Tomoki Kyoda, who previously worked on Darker Than Black and Ouran High School Host Club. Check out the new Eureka: Eureka Seven Hi-Evolution key art … [Read More...]

Shenmue Animated Series Gets First Trailer

The Shenmue anime was announced in September 2020 and now it has gotten its first trailer. It not only showed some footage, but said that Shenmue the Animation is coming to Adult Swim and Crunchyroll sometime in 2022. MORE: Far Cry 6 Review: A Solid Evolution, Not a Revolution The first look at the series features some brief narration and a lot of series protagonist Ryo Hazuki punching and kicking a lot of people. However, there was not one forklift in this 74-second trailer. Series creator Yu Suzuki is an executive producer while Chikara Sakurai, known for One Punch Man, will be directing the anime. There will be 13 episodes that follow Ryo as he goes from Japan to Hong Kong to seek revenge for this fallen father. Many voice actors … [Read More...]

Two Detective Conan Anime Spin-Offs Announced

Two different spin-offs of the legendary Detective Conan series are getting anime adaptions, as announced by Shogakukan. MORE: Crunchyroll Fall Anime Slate Revealed, Includes Blade Runner: Black Lotus The first spinoff is Detective Conan: Hannin no Hanzawa-san (The Culprit Hanzawa in English), which is a gag manga that follows the black-silhouetted “criminal” used in the main series to represent mystery culprits. It basically takes the long-used trope and turns it into an actual character. The Culprit Hanazawa debuted in 2017 and is still currently running with five volumes released.  The second adaption is Detective Conan: Zero no Nichijou (Zero’s Tea Time), which follows the daily life of the triple-agent and three-faced man Tooru Amuro, who lives three different lives as … [Read More...]

Week of October 5 New Releases | 4K, Blu-ray, Digital, and DVD

Welcome to ComingSoon’s week of October 5 new releases column. We’ve highlighted this week’s 4K, Blu-ray, Digital HD, and DVD releases below. Click each highlighted title to purchase through Amazon or other retailers. Movies on Blu-ray/DVD Escape Room: Tournament of Champions The sequel to the box-office hit psychological thriller that terrified audiences around the world. In this installment, six people unwittingly find themselves locked in another series of escape rooms, slowly uncovering what they have in common to survive…and discovering they’ve all played the game before. Fried Barry Barry is a drug-addled degenerate who, after yet another bender, gets abducted by aliens. Barry takes a backseat as his alien visitor assumes control of his body and takes it for a … [Read More...]