Director Makoto Shinkai, the visionary behind blockbusters like "Your Name.", "Weathering With You," and "Suzume," has captivated audiences worldwide with his stunning animated films. Each of his last three features has been a massive hit, solidifying his status as a master of animation.
Shinkai, known for releasing a new film roughly every three years, is currently working on his next project. Rumors are swirling that Crunchyroll has snagged the global distribution rights, a claim that his animation studio, "CoMix Wave Films," officially confirmed via their X account on the 12th.
According to a report from U.S. entertainment outlet DEADLINE, "Crunchyroll has acquired the global distribution rights for director Makoto Shinkai's next film. However, the distribution scope does not include Asian territories outside of India." Details regarding the new film's plot, title, and release date are still under wraps.
Addressing the reports, Makoto Shinkai's animation studio, "CoMix Wave Films," stated: "Regarding director Makoto Shinkai's latest work currently in production, our overseas distribution partners have begun to announce confirmed distribution details."
The official statement continued: "To bring this film to everyone, we will continue to collaborate closely with many partners and dedicate ourselves fully to its production. Please look forward to it. We kindly ask for your patience regarding future updates!"
With the title, story, and release date of Shinkai's highly anticipated follow-up to "Suzume" still shrouded in secrecy, fans are eagerly awaiting further announcements.
via： コミックス・ウェーブ・フィルム