(Updated 04/12/2024)
Want to know what anime movies are coming to theaters in 2024? We can tell you!
Anime movies have been extremely popular for years, and Western fandom for anime continues to grow. Anime influences countless creators in the US. Huge fan interest means that more and more anime movies are playing in US movie theaters — and a lot more quickly, following their Japanese premieres, than they used to. Thanks to distributors like GKids, the Studio Ghibli movies and other classics regularly come back to the big screen, too.
2023 ended with the incredible new movie from Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki, THE BOY AND THE HERON. Studio Ghibli is all over the 2024 calendar thanks to the return of Studio Ghibli Fest. We've also got SPY X FAMILY: CODE WHITE in April, MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM SEED FREEDOM in May, and much more to come.
Here are the anime movies coming to US theaters soon.
Anime Movies Coming to Movie Theatres in 2024
The following movies are set for U.S. release (or, in some cases, re-release) in the beginning of 2024.
Spy X Family Code: White
The fan-favorite family of a spy, an assassin, a telepath, and a psychic are on a brand-new mission, but this time, they are hitting the big screen. SPY X FAMILY CODE: White follows the Forgers, a family of Loid, Yor, and Anya, who all seem normal, but otherwise are an oddball group of a spy, an assassin, and a telepath, along with a clairvoyant pet dog, Bond. As a part of his undercover mission, Operation Strix, Loid plans a vacation with the family, which turns out to be one adrenaline-rushing adventure for all, thanks to Anya, and the trio attempts to save the world. Unlike what we have seen in the series, this spin-off movie will steer away from the original manga, which makes for a great watch for even those who are new to the franchise. Even if you are not acquainted with the Forgers, but love a good spy adventure, then the film adaptation might be just the thing to watch. [April 19]
Spirited Away - Studio Ghibli Fest 2024 – (English Dubbed)
Winner of the Academy Award® for Best Animated Feature, Hayao Miyazaki’s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from one of the most celebrated filmmakers in the history of animation. Chihiro’s family is moving to a new house, but when they stop on the way to explore an abandoned village, her parents undergo a mysterious transformation and Chihiro is whisked into a world of fantastic spirits ruled over by the sorceress Yubaba. Put to work in a magical bathhouse for spirits and demons, Chihiro must use all her wits to survive in this strange new place, find a way to free her parents and return to the normal world. Overflowing with imaginative creatures and thrilling storytelling, Spirited Away became a worldwide smash hit, and is one of the most critically acclaimed films of all time. [Subtitled on April 27, 29, and May 1; Dubbed on April 28 and 30]
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM (Sub)
C.E. (Cosmic Era). An era in which there are human beings called Coordinators, born with superior physical and mental abilities thanks to genetic modification, and humans called Naturals who are born naturally. The “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” series depicts the conflict between Coordinators and Naturals within this C.E. setting. “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED” (2002~2003), set in the year C.E.71~, and “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY” (2004~2005), which depicted C.E.73~, were broadcast as TV animation. The story then continued in various other media. Now “Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM,” depicting an entirely new story set in C.E.75, will make its long-awaited theatrical debut in 2024! Added value includes a special introduction from the director and voice cast. [Subtitled on May 7; Dubbed on May 8]
Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind
Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, written and directed by Academy Award®-winner Hayao Miyazaki, is an epic masterpiece of sweeping scope and grandeur that remains one of the most breathtaking and exhilarating animated films of all time. A thousand years after the Seven Days of Fire destroyed civilization, warring human factions survive in a world devastated by atmospheric poisons and swarming with gigantic insects. The peaceful Valley of the Wind is nestled on the edge of the Toxic Forest and led by the courageous Princess Nausicaä, whose love of all living things leads her into terrible danger, as she fights to restore balance between humans and nature. Featuring the voices of Alison Lohman, Uma Thurman, Patrick Stewart, Edward James Olmos and Shia LaBeouf. [Dubbed on May 19; Subtitled on May 21]
Castle in the Sky
CASTLE IN THE SKY is a timeless story of courage and friendship, with stunning animation from Hayao Miyazaki. This high-flying adventure begins when Pazu, an engineer’s apprentice, spies a young girl, Sheeta, floating down from the sky, held aloft by a glowing pendant. Both Sheeta and Pazu are searching for the legendary floating castle, Laputa, and they vow to travel there together to unravel the mystery of the luminous crystal. But their quest won’t be easy, as soon they are being pursued by greedy air pirates, the military, and secret government agents, who all seek the power Sheeta alone can control. The English-dubbed cast includes the vocal talents of Anna Paquin, James Van Der Beek, Cloris Leachman, Mark Hamill, and more! [Dubbed on May 20; Subtitled on May 22]
The Secret World of Arrietty - Studio Ghibli Fest (2024) – (English Dubbed)
The Clock family are four-inch-tall people who live anonymously in another family's residence, borrowing simple items to make their home. Life changes for the Clocks when their teenage daughter Arrietty is discovered. [Dubbed on June 9; Subtitled on June 11]
When Marnie Was There
Anna, a shy 12-year-old girl, is sent to spend time with her aunt and uncle who live in the countryside, where she meets Marnie. The two become best friends. But Anna gradually discovers that Marnie is not quite who she appears to be. [Dubbed on June 10; Subtitled on June 12]
Princess Mononoke - Studio Ghibli Fest (2024) - (English Dubbed)
Hayao Miyazaki, comes an epic masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide with its breathtaking imagination, exhilarating battles, and deep humanity. Inflicted with a deadly curse, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi, the proud people of Iron Town, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke, a young girl raised by wolves, who will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there. Featuring the voice talents of Gillian Anderson, Billy Crudup, Claire Danes, Jada Pinkett Smith, and Billy Bob Thornton. [Dubbed on July 14 and 16; Subtitled on July 13, 15, and 17]
We'll have more anime coming to the big screen in 2024!
All images courtesy of GKids.