New York, NY – June 16, 2026 – In a significant acquisition for the animation distribution landscape, GKIDS has announced it has secured the North American theatrical rights for the poignant wartime drama, Cocoon – One Summer of Girlhood. This highly anticipated feature, based on the evocative manga by Machiko Kyo, is slated for a […]
"Adolescence of Utena" Set for Rare North American Theatrical Run, Highlighting GKIDS’ Niche Release Strategy
A cult classic of surrealist anime, Kunihiko Ikuhara’s "The Adolescence of Utena," is poised for its first-ever wide theatrical release in North America, a strategic move by distributor GKIDS that underscores its commitment to bringing influential, often overlooked, animated works to a dedicated audience. The two-night cinematic eve
GKIDS Revives Cult Anime Classic "Tekkonkinkreet" with 4K Remaster and Theatrical Re-release
New York, NY – May 7, 2026 – In a move set to electrify the hearts of anime aficionados and introduce a visually groundbreaking film to a new generation, GKIDS, the acclaimed independent animation distributor, has secured the North American rights to Michael Arias’s seminal 2006 animated feature, Tekkonkinkreet. The beloved cult classic, cele
