In partnership, GKIDS and Fathom Entertainment are reuniting for the 40th anniversary commemoration of Studio Ghibli’s establishment. They plan to re-release eight of their celebrated animated films in U.S. cinemas for the Studio Ghibli Fest 2025. This exclusive theater event is set to run from May through November next year.
For quite some time now, Fathom has had tremendous success teaming up with GKIDS for Studio Ghibli Festival in 2025, and we salute Studio Ghibli as they celebrate their 40th anniversary. Like-minded fans join us in honoring the studio’s exceptional work in creating memorable Japanese animation content that graces our movie screens,” stated Fathom Entertainment CEO Ray Nutt. “Over the years, Fathom has established itself as a trusted name for unique cinematic experiences, encompassing both feature films and non-standard programming. The Studio Ghibli Festival stands out as a testament to the enduring appeal of showcasing quality content in theaters, and we’re excited to collaborate again in 2025.
What movies are included in the Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 lineup?
As a devoted fan, I’m thrilled to share that the Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 lineup is here! This year, we’ve got eight enchanting animated features in store for you. You can enjoy these masterpieces in both their original Japanese versions and English dubbed counterparts. But that’s not all – there will also be surprise special extra content to enhance your viewing experience!
Tickets are now available for purchase on FathomEntertainment.com, GhibliFest.com, or at the box offices of participating theaters. So mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the magical world of Studio Ghibli once more!
GKIDS is excited to come back for their annual event honoring one of the most renowned and acclaimed animation studios globally. According to GKIDS president David Jesteadt, this year promises more exciting collaborations with Fathom Entertainment, featuring a lineup of films from Studio Ghibli. One of the highlights will be the nationwide re-release of Hayao Miyazaki’s latest masterpiece, The Boy and the Heron, for the first time ever.
The upcoming Studio Ghibli Fest 2025 schedule and movie list are provided below:
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1989’s animated film “Kiki’s Delivery Service” was crafted by Hayao Miyazaki, both writer and director, inspired by Eiko Kadono’s book with the same title. The story unfolds around a young witch setting up a delivery service using her flying abilities.
- Saturday, May 17 (DUB)
- Sunday, May 18 (DUB)
- Monday, May 19 (SUB)
- Tuesday, May 20 (SUB)
- Wednesday, May 21 (DUB)
15 years ago, the movie “The Secret World of Arrietty” was released in 2010, marking Hiromasa Yonebayashi’s first time directing a full-length film. Miyazaki and Keiko Niwa collaborated on the screenplay for this adaptation of Mary Norton’s 1952 novel “The Borrowers.
- Sunday, June 22 (DUB)
- Monday, June 23 (SUB)
- Tuesday, June 24 (DUB)
1988’s film titled “My Neighbor Totoro” was penned and brought to life by the skilled hand of Hayao Miyazaki. The narrative unfolds around two sisters as they develop friendships with enchanting forest spirits, following their family’s relocation to a quaint old home.
- Saturday, July 19 (DUB)
- Sunday, July 20 (DUB)
- Monday, July 21 (SUB)
- Tuesday, July 22 (SUB)
- Wednesday, July 23 (DUB)
1988’s film, “Grave of the Fireflies,” was a historical war drama penned and helmed by Isao Takahata. The movie chronicles the struggle of siblings Seita and Setsuka to endure the closing stages of World War II.
- Sunday, August 10 (SUB)
- Monday, August 11 (SUB)
- Tuesday, August 12 (SUB)
2008’s film “Ponyo” is a production by the gifted writer-director, Hayao Miyazaki. The plot revolves around a golden fish character who yearns to transform into a human girl after forming a bond with a young, five-year-old human friend.
- Saturday, August 23 (DUB)
- Sunday, August 24 (DUB)
- Monday, August 25 (SUB)
- Tuesday, August 26 (SUB)
- Wednesday, August 27 (DUB)
2004 saw the release of Howl’s Moving Castle, a movie penned and helmed by Miyazaki, loosely based on Diana Wynne’s 1986 novel. The narrative unfolds in a fictional realm where we find ourselves amidst the tale of a young milliner who, without warning, is transformed into an elderly woman under the wicked spell cast by a sorceress.
- Saturday, September 20 (DUB)
- Sunday, September 21 (DUB)
- Monday, September 22 (SUB)
- Tuesday, September 23 (SUB)
- Wednesday, September 24 (DUB)
2001’s movie masterpiece, Spirited Away, was both written and directed by Miyazaki. This Academy Award-winning animated film tells the story of a young girl named Sen, who unintentionally finds herself in the spirit realm where her human parents have been transformed into pigs. To rescue her parents, she takes on a job at a bathhouse that serves various types of spirits under the supervision of a witch.
- Saturday, October 18 (DUB)
- Sunday, October 19 (DUB)
- Monday, October 20 (SUB)
- Tuesday, October 21 (SUB)
- Wednesday, October 22 (DUB)
In 2023, the film titled “The Boy and the Grey Heron” was penned and orchestrated by the talented Miyazaki. This movie revolves around a youthful character who ventures into an enchanting realm accompanied by a majestic grey heron.
- Saturday, November 15 (DUB)
- Sunday, November 16 (DUB)
- Monday, November 17 (SUB)
- Tuesday, November 18 (SUB)
- Wednesday, November 19 (DUB)
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