Anime Expo Chibi Takes a Planned Pause in 2026, Returns October 2027
SPJA announces a planned pause for Anime Expo Chibi in 2026, with the event returning October 22-24, 2027, for its most ambitious iteration yet.
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KPop Demon Hunters Joins the Criterion Collection with Director-Approved 4K Release
The Oscar-winning animated sensation “KPop Demon Hunters” arrives in the Criterion Collection on November 3, featuring a new 4K master, documentaries, video essays, and collectible postcards.
Grimes and SatapanP Drop “Miku-Maxxing,” First Single from BEYOND BORDERs EP
Grimes and Japanese Vocaloid producer SatapanP release “Miku-Maxxing,” the first single from the BEYOND BORDERs collaborative EP featuring Hatsune Miku.
D23: Kingdom Hearts Anime Series Coming to Disney+ and Disney Channel
A Kingdom Hearts anime series has been ordered at Disney+ and Disney Channel, developed in partnership with series creator Tetsuya Nomura and Square Enix.
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Crosses Over with MapleStory on September 29
Frieren and friends are coming to Maple World. The MapleStory x Frieren collaboration releases September 29, 2026. New adventures await.
Pokémon TCG’s Best-Kept Secret: The Manga Artists Behind Your Favorite Cards
Did you know Witch Hat Atelier artist Kamome Shirahama illustrated Pokémon cards? Or that Fist of the North Star creator Tetsuo Hara drew Palafin EX? Here’s a list of manga legends who’ve contributed to the TCG.
AVIOT Launches JUJUTSU KAISEN Collaboration Earbuds with Over 250 Voice Lines
AVIOT releases three special edition JUJUTSU KAISEN true wireless earbuds featuring over 250 voice lines from 12 characters. Pre-orders are now open.
Anime NYC: TETSURYO! Brings Railway Girls to HIDIVE This October
HIDIVE adds original slice-of-life anime TETSURYO! meet with Tetsudou Musume to its Fall 2026 lineup.
Resident Evil: Death Island Vol. 1 Drops Final Trailer Ahead of September Release
Titan Manga releases the final trailer for Resident Evil: Death Island Vol. 1, a manga adaptation of the 2023 CG film.
Anime NYC: HIDIVE Inks Largest Content Deal to Date with MBS, Expands Global Distribution Partnership
HIDIVE announces a multi-year output deal with MBS, its largest content agreement to date, with Nia Liston: The Merciless Maiden as the inaugural title.