Celebrating their 15th Anniversary this year, GKIDS has issued a press release that states when the Blu-Ray and Digital copies of their latest feature film, Lonely Castle in the Mirror. While it won't be available until fall, pre-orders are currently available.
The distributor has a dozen award-winning titles and also handles North American distribution for Studio Ghibli, so Lonely Castle in the Mirror is, at the very least, in good company.
Check out the full press release below along with several first-look images that we've included for more context.
LONELY CASTLE IN THE MIRROR COMES TO BLU-RAY™ AND ALL MAJOR DIGITAL PLATFORMS ON SEPTEMBER 26 FROM GKIDS
Step into the Lonely Castle in the Mirror on September 26 when the fantastic adventure comes to Blu-ray and all major digital platforms from GKIDS with distribution by Shout! Factory. Bonus features will include trailers and an art gallery of the film’s stunning visuals. Lonely Castle in the Mirror is available for pre-order from GKIDS and Shout! Factory, as well as Amazon.
From acclaimed director Keiichi Hara (Miss Hokusai, Colorful, The Wonderland) and based on the bestselling novel by Mizuki Tsujimura, Lonely Castle in the Mirror is a heartfelt drama about the pains of growing up and the unlikely bonds that can bring people together. Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanted castle, where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf.
Lonely Castle in the Mirror was the first Japanese animated feature to be selected for the Rotterdam International Film Festival, where it had its international premiere and was nominated for Animation of the Year at the 2023 Japan Academy Film Prize. A breathtaking journey of choices and consequences, it’s a must-have for every anime fan’s collection.
Special Features:
Art Gallery
Trailers
What do you guys think? Does this look like it is up your alley or will you be passing on this title when it reaches digital?
We've included the trailer and synopsis below. Regardless of your take, make sure to share it in the comments section as usual!
Shy outcast Kokoro has been avoiding school for weeks when she discovers a portal in her bedroom mirror. She reaches through and finds herself transported to an enchanting castle where she is joined by six other students. When a girl in a wolf mask explains that they have been invited to play a game, the teens must work together to uncover the mysterious connection that unites them. However, anyone who breaks the rules will be eaten by a wolf. From acclaimed director Keiichi Hara (COLORFUL, MISS HOKUSAI) and based on the bestselling novel by Mizuki Tsujimura, Lonely Castle in the Mirror is a heartfelt drama about the pains of growing up and the unlikely bonds that can bring people together.
Lonely Castle In The Mirror lands on Blu-Ray and Digital on September 26th.