Get ready, Gintama fans! The brand-new anime film, "Gintama The Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames," is officially hitting theaters on February 13, 2026. And here's the kicker: alongside its standard release, the movie will also launch simultaneously in IMAX across 57 cinemas in Japan. Prepare to experience one of the manga's most intense arcs like never before, with a massive screen and upgraded sound that'll pull you right into the action!
To celebrate the IMAX announcement, the official team just dropped a fresh battle PV, and it's pure fire! The trailer zeroes in on the epic showdown between Kagura's brother, Kamui—leader of the Harusame Space Pirate's 7th Division—and the formidable Hosen, also known as the "Night King," as they clash in the underground red-light district of Yoshiwara.
But wait, there's more! The PV also gives us a first look at a brand-new, movie-original scene: Katsura confronting Kamui head-on! Seeing Katsura with wide, battle-ready eyes has fans who know the manga buzzing with anticipation for what this theatrical exclusive will bring. Plus, an awesome new IMAX visual has been unveiled, featuring Gintoki, Shinpachi, and Kagura with the iconic IMAX logo looming behind them, signaling the Yorozuya's return to an even grander stage.
For the uninitiated, Hideaki Sorachi's "Gintama" manga first launched in Weekly Shonen Jump in 2003. Set in an alternate Edo period ruled by aliens known as "Amanto," the series is a beloved fan-favorite, famous for its wild blend of sci-fi, historical drama, and laugh-out-loud comedy.