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Disney+ Announces 'Death Stranding Isolations' Anime for 2027 From Hideo Kojima

The hand-drawn 2D series introduces a standalone story in the Death Stranding universe under director Takayuki Sano with animation by Japan’s E&H production.

Overview

  • Hideo Kojima revealed the project at Disney’s Asia Pacific showcase in Hong Kong, with the series set to stream exclusively on Disney+ in 2027.
  • Kojima will serve as executive producer, Takayuki Sano will direct, and original character designs come from Ilya Kuvshinov, whose concept art was unveiled.
  • Animation will be traditional hand-drawn 2D by E&H production, the Japanese studio behind titles such as Ninja Kamui and Red Cat Ramen.
  • Disney+ describes a new narrative following a young man and woman separate from the games, while an official synopsis references events alongside Sam Bridges and introduces several new characters.
  • The anime arrives as the franchise expands to screen projects that include an A24 live-action film and a separate animated feature, with Kojima involved but not directing the live-action adaptation.