anime

‘Death Stranding’ anime series set for Disney+ in 2027

Legendary game creator Hideo Kojima unveiled an original anime series based on his acclaimed Death Stranding franchise during a Disney showcase event in Hong Kong on Wednesday, marking the studio's first partnership with a global streaming platform.

Chainsaw Man movie tops Dragon Ball Super’s U.S. record

Sony and Crunchyroll's "Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc" has accomplished what seemed impossible just weeks ago, surpassing "Dragon Ball Super: Broly's" seven-year reign as a box office champion. The anime film reached $30.8 million domestically by its second…

‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ streaming release delayed to 2026 at earliest

Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has unveiled five new scene cuts showcasing Tanjiro Kamado's intense confrontation with Upper Rank Three demon Akaza, marking the launch of an eight-week character commercial series ahead of the film's extended theatrical exclusivity. The promotional campaign…

Sony ramps up search for anime to adapt into live-action films

Sony Pictures International Productions is ramping up its search for anime and manga properties to adapt into live-action films, signaling a major strategic shift as the medium dominates global box offices.

Critics laud Chainsaw Man movie for emotional depth

Film critics are delivering universal acclaim for *Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc*, which opened at #1 in the U.S. box office this weekend with $17.3 million, praising the anime adaptation for elevating spectacular action with profound emotional storytelling…

Anime film ‘Chainsaw Man’ claims US box office crown

Sony and Crunchyroll's anime blockbuster "Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc" surged to the top of the domestic box office this weekend, delivering a better-than-expected opening that demonstrates the growing American appetite for Japanese animation.

Sony Pictures says anime, gaming to drive next IP wave

Sony Pictures Television Chairman Keith Le Goy announced at MIPCOM that anime and video games will drive the next wave of entertainment intellectual property, signaling a major shift away from the Marvel and DC comic book dominance that has defined…

Netflix reportedly fast-tracks live-action ‘Demon Slayer’ adaptation

Netflix is reportedly accelerating development of a live-action adaptation of the hit anime series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba," capitalizing on the unprecedented box office success of the "Infinity Castle" movie and building upon the streaming giant's growing anime portfolio.

Demon Slayer film becomes highest-grossing anime ever

Sony's "Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle" has shattered box office records to become the highest-grossing anime film of all time, with worldwide earnings exceeding $555 million and marking a historic milestone for Japanese animation in international markets. The film secured the…

Demon Slayer film shatters anime box office records globally

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle has rewritten box office history across multiple continents, shattering records that have stood for over two decades with its explosive debut weekend. The anime phenomenon earned $33 million on its…