Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Look Back Movie’s US Release Date Revealed

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The official release dates for Look Back, the highly praised animated movie adapted from Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man one-shot manga, have been confirmed for the United States. GKIDS, a reputable distributor of Studio Ghibli films, has secured the rights for both the theatrical and home release, and has announced that the film will hit North American theaters this October.

Release Date for Look Back Anime Film in the US

The New York-based distributor, GKIDS, has announced that the Look Back anime movie will be released in North America on October 4, 2024. The film will be shown in its original Japanese language with English subtitles, allowing fans across the country to fully experience this cinematic masterpiece. This release date has been confirmed by The Wrap.

Be on the lookout for the upcoming home media release, as GKIDS remains at the forefront as the English distributor for numerous beloved Studio Ghibli films, such as Kiki’s Delivery Service and the recent The Boy and the Heron. GKIDS is also poised to debut the highly anticipated Shonen Jump anime Dandadan on your screens, and their track record of releasing critically acclaimed anime movies, like A Silent Voice and Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence, has already left a strong impression.

The upcoming film, adapted from the highly praised original manga by popular author Tatsuki Fujimoto (Chainsaw Man), is being directed by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, who has already earned a strong following in Japan. A preview of his skill can be seen in the recently released trailer.

Look Back Earned Praise Worldwide

Ever since it was released in June, Look Back has garnered enthusiastic reviews from anime enthusiasts for its touching narrative about two aspiring manga artists, exploring their complicated dynamic that begins with competition but transforms into a strong connection, and its impact on their future.

In 2021, Fujimoto, the author of the Shonen Jump one-shot story, commended the movie adaptation by Kiyotaka Oshiyama, who wrote, directed, and created character designs at his animation studio. Look Back also received high praise from Toshio Suzuki, the chairman and co-founder of Studio Ghibli, and renowned Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara.

Look Back, which was initially released in Japan earlier this year, has garnered widespread success not only in its home country but also on a global scale. The movie made its debut on more than 100 screens, amassing a staggering 1 billion yen ($6.9 million) at the box office, solidifying its universal appeal. Such a triumphant premiere has resulted in an extended run of the film in Japan. Furthermore, this production marks the first feature film from Studio Durian, a company founded by Oshiyama.

Before his involvement with Look Back, Oshiyama served as a Key Animator for Hayao Miyazaki’s The Boy and the Heron and also contributed to the anime adaptation of Chainsaw Man. The director had previously expressed his intention to approach the Look Back film in a unique manner compared to the manga. Therefore, even if one is familiar with the manga, there is still the anticipation of the theatrical release.

The Story of Look Back

Tatsuki Fujimoto’s one-shot manga, Look Back, was originally published in the Shonen Jump+ magazine on July 19, 2021. Fans can look forward to a movie adaptation, which is scheduled to debut in Japanese theatres on June 28, 2024.

The plot centers on the bond between two aspiring manga creators, Ayumu Fujino and her classmate Kyomoto, who is a shut-in. As they develop a friendly rivalry, they discover a shared passion for creating manga. This marks a departure from Fujimoto’s previous works, with a promise of a more heartfelt and emotionally impactful experience. Both long-time fans and newcomers are eagerly awaiting its release.

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