Kaiju No. 8 movie to premiere in North American theaters
The highly anticipated Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon anime film is set to arrive in theaters across the United States and Canada soon, offering fans a chance to catch a season recap, a new episode, and a debut of OneRepublic’s song ‘Invincible.’ This limited-time event promises an exciting experience for enthusiasts of the genre.
Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment have revealed that the film will premiere in North American theaters starting April 13th, 2025, with special event screenings planned on April 13th, 14th, and 16th. The film will be available in both Japanese audio with English subtitles and an English dub version, catering to a wide audience on both sides of the spectrum. Keep an eye out for additional international release dates in the future.
The theatrical feature will include a condensed recap of the first season of Kaiju No. 8, an all-new original episode titled Hoshina’s Day Off, and the debut of the song ‘Invincible’ by OneRepublic. Prior to its release in North America, the film will premiere in Japan on March 28th for a three-week theatrical run.
Based on Naoya Matsumoto’s manga series serialized in Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ digital magazine, Kaiju No. 8 has garnered a dedicated following. The TV anime adaptation is directed by Shigeyuki Miya and Tomomi Kamiya from Production I.G, with a talented team behind the scenes handling series composition, character design, chief animation direction, kaiju design, art direction, and music.
Exciting news for fans of Kaiju No. 8 doesn’t end with the film release. Season 2 is scheduled to debut in July 2025, with Crunchyroll set to stream the new season globally. The official description of the omnibus film teases a thrilling journey in a Kaiju-infested Japan, focusing on Kafka Hibino and his transformation into Kaiju No. 8 as he navigates his dreams and challenges.
With a combination of a season recap, a new episode, and an exclusive ending theme debut, Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon promises to be a must-watch event for fans of the series. Save the dates for April 13th-16th for the theatrical screenings and stay tuned for more updates on international release details. Share your favorite character from Kaiju No. 8 in the comments section and keep an eye on Animemojo.com for more anime-related news.