The Tsukiuta anime film, "Rabbits Kingdom the Movie," was initially scheduled for release on December 27, 2023. However, Studio Sign has confirmed that the film is now aiming for a summer release this year. After significant delays for undisclosed reasons, the popular idol series adaptation is set to hit theaters in Japan on June 14, 2024.
Additionally, the Tsukiuta anime film information was officially announced on the project's Twitter account in Japanese. The announcement also included the introduction of four new voice cast members. This film is set to be a significant milestone for the franchise as it commemorates its tenth anniversary. Fans can anticipate something compelling, particularly in light of possible production delays.
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the upcoming Tsukiuta anime film.
The new Tsukiuta anime film is going to have a June release this year
The anticipated release date for the new Tsukiuta anime film on December 27, 2023 has been postponed due to "several circumstances."
No other reasons were given for the delay, but the franchise's Twitter account later confirmed a release date of June 14. Additionally, four new voice cast members were announced, including Shintarō Asanuma as Lapin, Kaoru Marimura as Kalavinka, Tatsuhisa Suzuki as Rōen, and Shinnosuke Musashi as Mousse. Their roles include a minister, a queen, and two kings from different animal tribes.
The premise of the franchise
In addition, the film's staff consists of director Masayoshi Ozaki, scriptwriter Ryūichirō Itsumi, chief animation director Taeko Satō, art director Minoru Akiba, original character designer Jiku, and Studio Sign, who will be responsible for the animation.
The image above shows the characters of the Tsukiuta anime film (Image via Studio Sign).
The Tsukiuta franchise is not your traditional anime or manga series. Rather, it is a CD and audio franchise that has given rise to numerous spinoffs and various projects. The franchise is centered around anthropomorphized characters, with each character representing a month. They are divided into two groups of six, all working toward achieving success as idols.
In 2024, the franchise will mark its ten-year anniversary with its initial anime production in 2016 followed by a second in 2020. The franchise's popularity in Japan is attributed to the blend of music, compelling character designs, and the charisma of the renowned voice actors.
Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of the Tsukiuta franchise, I was thrilled to hear about the upcoming release of the new anime film, "Rabbits Kingdom the Movie." The initial delay was disappointing, but I understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise during production. The new release date in June 2024 gives me something to look forward to, and I'm excited to see how the story unfolds on the big screen.
The introduction of four new voice cast members adds an element of intrigue to the film. I'm curious to learn more about the roles of Lapin, Kalavinka, Rōen, and Mousse, and how they will interact with the existing characters. The fact that they are ministers, a queen, and kings from different animal tribes suggests that the film will explore new aspects of the Tsukiuta world and delve deeper into the lore of the franchise.