Overview

• Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll advanced the U.S. opening from Oct. 29 to Oct. 24 and debuted an English‑dub trailer.
• Japan’s theatrical release remains set for Sept. 19, marking the franchise’s first feature‑length outing.
• North American theaters will screen the film in premium formats, including IMAX, with both Japanese and English audio options.
• MAPPA produces with returning core staff: director Tatsuya Yoshihara, writer Hiroshi Seko, character designer Kazutaka Sugiyama, and composer Kensuke Ushio.
• Crunchyroll released a recap video and compilation films to help audiences catch up, while the English‑dub cast for the movie has not been formally announced.