Crunchyroll and Sony Announce New Makoto Shinkai Film

Updated at: August 14, 2026 at 12:30 AM

In August 2026, Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment officially announced a new partnership to bring the next feature film from acclaimed director Makoto Shinkai to global audiences.

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Following the massive success of his 2022 hit, Suzume, this collaboration aims to recreate that international reach.

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Shinkai confirmed he has been developing the project since late 2024, and his team has been working tirelessly throughout 2025 to bring this vision to life.

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Makoto Shinkai is a visionary filmmaker behind global blockbusters like Your Name and Weathering With You, both of which became cultural phenomena.

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By leveraging the combined distribution power of Crunchyroll and Sony, the upcoming film will be available in territories outside of Asia—including India—expanding access for international viewers.

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Keep your eyes peeled for updates on what promises to be another breathtaking masterpiece from one of animation's most influential creators.

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Which companies will co-distribute Makoto Shinkai's next film?

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment

Disney and Funimation

Netflix and Studio Ghibli

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Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment

What information has been officially released about the film so far?

None of the specific plot or title details have been disclosed

The film's official title and plot summary

The voice cast and the Japanese release date

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None of the specific plot or title details have been disclosed

How long has Makoto Shinkai been developing this new project?

Since early 2026

Since late 2024

Since the success of Suzume in 2022

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Since late 2024

Which country is specifically mentioned as being included in the release despite being outside the general 'outside Asia' scope?

China

India

Japan

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India

Why was the overseas announcement made before domestic details?

Due to a leak in the international press

Due to internal circumstances

To coincide with a major film festival in Berlin

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