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    Source: Crunchyroll press releaseSpecial Thanks to Lizzie Osterkamp Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable The Los Angeles Dodgers will create a stadium-wide giveaway of co-branded hats celebrating the highly popular Japanese anime film DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編, Gekijō-ban `Kimetsu no Yaiba' Mugen-jō Hen), for the Friday, August 15 game at 7:10 p.m. between the Dodgers and San Diego Padres.  The event will be supported by pregame and in-game promotion, an activation in the Centerfield Plaza and a ceremonial first pitch. Festivities for the night will be followed by a themed DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE drone show.  “As one of the most popular titles in its genre of all time, DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA enjoys a following with the same kind of passion that Dodger fans bring to the ballpark,” said Lon Rosen, Executive

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    Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will Bring the First Film of the Epic Trilogy to Movie Theatres in North America on September 12, 2025Source: Crunchyroll, Sony Pictures PublicitySpecial Thanks to Niko Kouvaris IMAX poster. Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable In celebration of the film’s opening this past weekend in Japan, Crunchyroll has debuted the new exclusive IMAX poster for DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編, Gekijō-ban `Kimetsu no Yaiba' Mugen-jō Hen). The first feature film in the three-part cinematic trilogy, will come to IMAX and premium large format theatres in the United States and Canada on September 12, 2025, distributed by Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment.  View the English subtitled trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPFeBxt7VXI  View the English dubbed trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mufPWqFMpmU    Film Synopsis Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organization dedicated to hunting down demons called

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    Source: HIDIVE Official Site: https://petals-of-reincarnation-anime.com/ (Japan)Special Thanks to Scott Barretto (AMCN Entertainment Group) Photo courtesy of HIDIVE. ©Mikihisa Konishi/MAG Garden Corporation・Petals of Reincarnation Production Committee AMC Networks’ HIDIVE today revealed PETALS OF REINCARNATION (リィンカーネーションの花弁, Rīnkānēshon no Kaben) as the newest co-production from the fast-growing anime streaming service. This highly anticipated anime adaptation is based on Mikihisa Konishi’s popular and ongoing supernatural action manga title that began serialization in May 2014. The anime series is currently in production for future release. “We’re thrilled to announce the highly anticipated anime adaptation of PETALS OF REINCARNATION as HIDIVE’s newest co-production,” said John Ledford, President of HIDIVE. “PETALS OF REINCARNATION has been beloved by readers for more than a decade and HIDIVE, together with the entire Production Committee, looks forward to bringing the manga series to life as a supernatural action anime!” Written and illustrated by Mikihisa Konishi, Petals of Reincarnation

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    Photo courtesy of Sparke Films. Source: Fathom Events press releaseOfficial Site: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/primitive-war/Special Thanks to Avery Guerra Photo courtesy of Fathom Events. Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, announced today the company will distribute to theatres nationwide director Luke Sparke’s latest film, PRIMITIVE WAR Receiving one million trailer views within the first 24 hours of its debut, the highly anticipated dinosaur Vietnam War film will be at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25. Featuring Ryan Kwanten (TRUE BLOOD), Tricia Helfer (BATTLESTAR GALACTICA, LUCIFER), Nick Wechsler (THE BOYS) and Jeremy Piven (ENTOURAGE, OLD SCHOOL), the film will come to theatres nationwide beginning August 21. The film also includes a slew of ensemble talent including Anthony Ingruber (AGE OF ADALINE, INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY), Aaron Glenane (INTERCEPTOR, DANGER CLOSE), Carlos Sanson Jr (BUMP, LEGACIES), Ana Thu Nguyen (MORTAL KOMBAT

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    Photo courtesy of Super7. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Super7 Special Thanks to Brian Flynn and Ashley Anderson The King of the Monsters and its most fearsome foe have never been this cute—or this collectible! Inspired by their legendary battles in the Toho films GODZILLA VS. DESTOROYAH (1995) and GODZILLA, MOTHRA AND KING GHIDORAH: GIANT MONSTERS ALL-OUT ATTACK (2001), Super7 is thrilled to introduce the latest additions to the FUN! FUN! lineup: Burning Godzilla, Destoroyah, and GMK Godzilla! Each 5 inch tall, 2-part soft vinyl figure captures the essence of these iconic kaiju in a design that’s as fearsome as it is fun.  Packed in delightfully-colorful, collector-friendly window box packaging, these FUN! FUN! figures are a must-have for any kaiju collector. Collect them all today! Approximately 5 inches tall Articulated at the neck Made of premium soft vinyl

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    Source: Crunchyroll press release    English dubs for some of the hottest anime this summer season have begun premiering on Crunchyroll, and with more on the way this weekend, including the big action thriller KAIJU NO. 8 Season 2 (day and date with subtitle premiere tomorrow!), the hilariously romantic MY DRESS-UP DARLING Season 2, the fluffiest pandemic of NYAIGHT OF THE LIVING CAT, and the cozy vibes of WITH YOU AND THE RAIN! More English dubs will also start in the coming weeks. Follow Crunchyroll on social media and Crunchyroll News for more updates as they are made available. See the English dub calendar below. CRUNCHYROLL SUMMER ENGLISH DUB SCHEDULE   WEDNESDAY, JULY 2   CLEVATESS Same day dub release – New English dub episodes premiere weekly at 5:30 AM PT Series premiered with subtitles on Wednesday, July

    The Hotel Gracery Shinjuku's second diorama of 2025 depicts a major battle from GODZILLA: FINAL WARS. Photo courtesy of Fujita Kanko, Inc. TM & © TOHO CO.

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    The Hotel Gracery Shinjuku's second diorama of 2025 depicts a major battle from GODZILLA: FINAL WARS. Photo courtesy of Fujita Kanko, Inc. TM & © TOHO CO. Godzilla, the King of the Monsters, Faces Off With His Former Allies!? Source: Fujita Kanko, Inc. press release Official Site: https://gracery.com/shinjuku/ Special Thanks to Honda-san (Shinjuku Washington Hotel) The Hotel Gracery Shinjuku, a landmark of Tokyo, popular with domestic fans as well as foreign visitors to Japan for its Godzilla-themed rooms and the almost life-size Godzilla head (approx. 12m) on its 8th floor terrace, has updated the special Godzilla diorama installed on the building's 8th floor lobby. Photo courtesy of Fujita Kanko, Inc. TM & © TOHO CO. The diorama debuted in early 2023 with a Godzilla design based on the Heisei "VS" Series of the 1990s. Later that year, it was replaced with a GODZILLA VS MEGAGUIRUS  (ゴジラ×メガギラス G消滅作戦

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    Photo courtesy of U-TREASURE. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: U-TREASURE   U-TREASURE Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Koichi Aoki) is now taking pre-orders for a limited edition "Gigan (1972) Mini Figure Gold Model" in collaboration with Toho Co., Ltd. Reservations will run, while supplies last, through August 18, 2025 at the U-TREASURE Concept Store Ikebukuro and U-TREASURE Online Shop.  From the 1972 film GODZILLA VS. GIGAN (地球攻撃命令 ゴジラ対ガイガン, Chikyū Kōgeki Meirei Gojira Tai Gaigan) comes this expertly crafted mini-sized gold (18K yellow gold) figure! King Ghidorah is a particularly popular rival monster to Godzilla. The use of real gold further accentuates the golden scales that cover its entire body. Experienced jewelry craftsmen have repeatedly fine-tuned every detail to create a three-dimensional figure that is approximately 1 cm in size, with the goggle-like eye, large horns and sickle hands, and the rotating saw on his abdomen. The production

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    Source: Sentai press release Sentai Home Video has announced its October 2025 slate of anime Blu-ray releases. Product details follow, in order of release...   Photo courtesy of Sentai. IS IT WRONG TO TRY TO PICK UP GIRLS IN A DUNGEON? SEASON 1 LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK Published by:    Sentai Distributed by:   Distribution SolutionsRun Time:         350 min.Street Date:      10/7/25Language:        English Dub, Japanese with English SubtitlesSRP:                 $129.98 Most adventurers come to the Orario Dungeon seeking fame and fortune. Bell Cranel came because his grandfather told him rescuing girls was a great way to meet them. Unfortunately, Bell keeps getting in over his head, so when he does cross paths with his ideal “Dungeon Babe,” she’s the one who ends up rescuing him. All of which is made even more awkward by the constant and ample attentions

    SciFi Japan is pleased to share a preview of the KAMEN RIDER GAVV & NO.1 SENTAI GOZYUGER DOUBLE HERO SUMMER MOVIE 2025 theatrical double feature -- direct from Toei! Photo courtesy of Toei. ⓒGavv・Gozyuger Movie Production Committee ⓒIshimori Pro・TV Asahi・ADK EM・Toei ⓒTV Asahi・Toei AG・Toei

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    SciFi Japan is pleased to share a preview of the KAMEN RIDER GAVV & NO.1 SENTAI GOZYUGER DOUBLE HERO SUMMER MOVIE 2025 theatrical double feature -- direct from Toei! Photo courtesy of Toei. ⓒGavv・Gozyuger Movie Production Committee ⓒIshimori Pro・TV Asahi・ADK EM・Toei ⓒTV Asahi・Toei AG・Toei Source: Toei Co., Ltd. Official Site: https://gavv-gozyuger-25movie.com/ (Japan)Special Thanks to Masahiro Yamamoto A SciFi JAPAN EXCLUSIVE Toei Co., Ltd. has provided SciFi Japan with press notes, promotional artwork, and photo galleries for their latest Super Sentai/Kamen Rider theatrical release, which was first announced this spring with the advance title KAMEN RIDER GAVV & NO.1 SENTAI GOZYUGER DOUBLE HERO SUMMER MOVIE 2025 (仮面ライダーガヴ＆ナンバーワン戦隊ゴジュウジャー　Wヒーロー夏映画2025, Kamen Raidā Gavu & Nanbā Wan Sentai Gojūjā W-Hīrō Natsu Eiga 2025). The double feature now has separate titles for each of its segments.   Photo courtesy of Toei. ⓒGavv・Gozyuger Movie Production Committee ⓒIshimori Pro・TV Asahi・ADK EM・Toei ⓒTV Asahi・Toei AG・Toei

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    Photo courtesy of GKIDS. New 20th Anniversary 4K Remaster of The Cult Classic Japanese Comedy Drama to World Premiere at Tribeca Festival Source: GKIDSOfficial Site: https://gkids.com/films/linda-linda-linda/ Special Thanks to Nicholas Kouvaris   GKIDS, the Academy Award-winning producer and distributor of artist-driven and award-winning animation, has revealed the full product lineup and release dates for the home entertainment release of ARCANE: LEAGUE OF LEGENDS Season 2, from Riot Games and Fortiche Production. The globally beloved and Emmy-nominated Netflix animated series will be issued in a definitive, limited-run Collector’s Edition, SteelBook Editions of both the 4K UHD and Blu-ray formats, a Blu-ray Standard Edition, and on Digital Download-to-Own. All editions are currently available on preorder. Like the Season 1 Collector’s Edition, GKIDS has returned with another stunning Limited-Run Collector’s Edition, which is presented in a rigid clamshell box featuring original anomaly artwork, and contains all nine episodes presented

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    Image courtesy of Toho. ©K. Horikoshi/SHUEISHA, My Hero Academia Project Image courtesy of Toho. ©K. Horikoshi/SHUEISHA, My Hero Academia Project The Final Season of MY HERO ACADEMIA Will Premiere on October 4 Exclusively on Crunchyroll Worldwide, Excluding Asia Source: Toho press releaseOfficial Site: https://heroaca.com/Special Thanks to Rae D'Agnillo Toho Co., Ltd. has unveiled a new poster and announced an “Ultimate Scene Ranking” poll for fans in celebration of MY HERO ACADEMIA FINAL SEASON. Debuting Saturday, October 4, MY HERO ACADEMIA FINAL SEASON will stream exclusively on Crunchyroll worldwide excluding Asia, with new episodes premiering weekly, same-day as Japan. Honoring nearly a decade of heroic battles and emotional journeys, fans of the global anime phenomenon worldwide can vote for the most iconic scenes of each of the 42 heroes and villains featured throughout MY HERO ACADEMIA in the “Ultimate Scene Ranking” poll.

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    A cat from outer space teams up with a young alien girl to fight an alien that possesses people Source: MVD Entertainment, 88 Films Special Thanks to Derek Stubinski Photo courtesy of 88 Films and MVD Entertainment. On August 26th, 88 Films proudly presents the North American Blu-ray debut of the Hong Kong Sci-Fi cult classic, THE CAT (衛斯理之老貓, Wèisīlǐ Zhī Lǎomāo, 1992), in a limited edition release featuring a high-definition transfer loaded with bonus content. In this adaptation of the novel Old Cat by Ni Kuang, a cat from outer space teams up with a young alien girl and her knight, along with an adventure novelist named Wisely, to fight a murderous alien that possesses people. Director Ngai Choi Lam (RIKI-OH: THE STORY OF RICKY, EROTIC GHOST STORY) unleashes a cosmic blend of sci-fi and action, complete with a gravity-defying junkyard battle between a cat and a

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    Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman GODZILLA #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Attack Petera. Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. From celebrating the launch of GODZILLA #1 to a giant selection of exclusives, signing events, and panels, IDW Publishing has kaiju-sized plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2025.  Featuring a brand-new booth design (#2729 on the show floor), IDW is proud to celebrate its comics and creators with more than 20 signings, panels packed with reveals, and cool convention collectibles. Check out the full list below.   SDCC 2025: IDW EXCLUSIVES (booth #2729) EXCLUSIVE COVERS GODZILLA #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Attack Peter  BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #1 SDCC exclusive cover by Jared Cullum MONSTER HIGH: PRIDE 2025 SDCC exclusive cover by Tsuukiyomo  STAR

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    Photo courtesy of Toei. ©2025 CATCHING THE STARS OF THIS SUMMER Film Partners Source: Toei Co., Ltd.Official Site: https://www.konohoshi-movie.jp/ (Japan)    Toei has provided information and pics for their live action movie CATCHING THE STARS OF THIS SUMMER (この夏の星を見る, Kono Natsu no Hoshi wo Miru), which opened July 4th in Japanese cinemas. The long-awaited film adaptation of the coming-of-age novel by Naoki Prize-winning author, Mizuki Tsujimura (Lonely Castle in the Mirror), is set during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and tells the story of school students from different regions in Japan who come together through their shared interest in astronomy. CATCHING THE STARS OF THIS SUMMER stars Hiyori Sakurada (TOKYO GHOUL, OUR SECRET DIARY, UNDER THE BIG ONION), was directed by Tamaki Yamamoto, written by Mash Morino, and produced by Toshiyuki Matsui (THE FIRST SLAM DUNK). The film's music and theme song are by haruka nakamura (TRIGUN STAMPEDE, LOOK BACK).

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    Photo courtesy of Bay Area Film Events. TM & © TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Bay Area Film Events Official Site: https://www.godzillafest.com/Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SFGodzillafest Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfgodzillafest   UPDATE: Bay Area Film Events had licensed the Toho movies ATRAGON and FRANKENSTEIN CONQUERS THE WORLD from their US distributor, Janus Films. Unfortunately, Janus does not yet have DCPs (Digital Cinema Packages used for theatrical screenings) for these two movies, so they had to be pulled from the Godzillafest schedule.  BAFE apologizes for any issues this may cause for attendees. On a postive note, two great films - MOTHRA VS. GODZILLA and GHIDORAH, THE THREE-HEADED MONSTER - have been added as replacements.  Godzillafest will now be screening 15 different Godzilla movies... exactly half of the live action Godzilla series produced to date by Toho! The updated screening schedule and ticket links are listed below... Bay Area Film Events

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    Photo courtesy of IDW Publishing. ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: IDW Publishing Special Thanks to Gregg Katzman   Mothra: Queen of the Monsters #4 The twins' actions have brought Megaguirus to the present. Through a twist of fate, they realize that this action created a loop, and Megaguirus is actually responsible for weakening Mothra enough to perish at the hands of Antra. Their new Mothra isn't even close to ready for her rematch against Megaguirus, so Emi and Mira hatch their most daring plan yet: train Mothra with a rematch against her killer — Antra. Will Mothra survive this deadly kaiju clash? And if she does, will it be enough to save the world? Release Date: July 16, 2025 Price: $4.99 Pages: 32 Writer: Sophie CampbellArtist: Matt FrankColorists: Roberto Rivera and Matt FrankLetterers: Darran Robinson and Nathan WidickEditor: Jake WilliamsCover A: Sophie CampbellCover B: Roberto

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    Photo courtesy of Abrams. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Source: Abrams Official Website: https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/godzilla-the-first-70-years_9781419762116/Special Thanks to Stephanie Keane and Steve Ryfle   Cover art. Photo courtesy of Abrams. TM & ©TOHO CO., LTD. Publisher Abrams is offering SciFi Japan readers a chance to win a copy of their new book Godzilla: The First 70 Years. Written by Steve Ryfle and Ed Godziszewski (authors of Ishiro Honda: A Life in Film, from Godzilla to Kurosawa), the large Toho-authorized hardcover is packed with information on all the Japanese films up to GODZILLA MINUS ONE, as well as photos from the Toho archives, including previously unpublished pics.   Synopsis:        Godzilla: The First 70 Years is a narrative and visual history of Japan’s King of the Monsters, chronicling the triumphs, challenges, and meaning of seven decades of city-trashing, kaiju-smashing mayhem. It is also a tribute to Godzilla’s creators and

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    Photo courtesy of Crunchyroll. ©Koyoharu Gotoge / SHUEISHA, Aniplex, ufotable Source: CrunchyrollSpecial Thanks to Nicholas Kouvaris  As the anticipation for the final battle ignites, get ready to fall into DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE (劇場版「鬼滅の刃」無限城編, Gekijō-ban `Kimetsu no Yaiba' Mugen-jō Hen), coming to Hall H at San Diego Comic Con for a special presentation featuring film guests, special surprises, and a sneak-peek at exclusive footage from the film, the first time international audiences will be seeing it outside of Japan.    Hall H Programming Description:  DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA has won the admiration of millions of fans around the globe since its debut in 2019. In celebration of the highly anticipated first feature film of the epic trilogy coming exclusively to theaters on September 12, 2025, Crunchyroll is proud to present DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA INFINITY CASTLE coming to Hall H!

    The vampire Ranmaru Mori (Ryo Yoshizawa) struggles to protect his perfect meal in the manga adaptation BABANBA BANBAN VAMPIRE. Photo courtesy of Shochiku Co., Ltd. ©️2025 Babanba Banban Vampire Film Partners © Hiromasa Okushima (Akita Shoten) 2022

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    The vampire Ranmaru Mori (Ryo Yoshizawa) struggles to protect his perfect meal in the manga adaptation BABANBA BANBAN VAMPIRE. Photo courtesy of Shochiku Co., Ltd. ©️2025 Babanba Banban Vampire Film Partners © Hiromasa Okushima (Akita Shoten) 2022 Source: Shochiku Co., Ltd. Official Site: https://movies.shochiku.co.jp/bababa-eiga/ (Japan)   Theatrical poster. Photo courtesy of Shochiku Co., Ltd. ©️2025 Babanba Banban Vampire Film Partners © Hiromasa Okushima (Akita Shoten) 2022 Shochiku has provided information and photos for their new film, BABANBA BANBAN VAMPIRE (ババンババンバンバンパイア, Baban Baban Ban Banpaia), based on the manga Baban Baban Ban Vampire* by Hiromasa Okushima. The movie opened in Japan on Friday, July 4, 2025  (postponed from the rpreviously scheduled February 14th release) and will have its North American Premiere on Sunday, July 27 at the New York Asian Film Festival.   Synopsis Ranmaru Mori (Ryo Yoshizawa) works at a public bath, but

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