At Anime Expo 2024, Iconic Events Releasing, in partnership with AMC Networks’ HIDIVE, announced the 30th anniversary theatrical release of the critically acclaimed samurai period drama film Ninja Scroll. Written and directed by Yoshiaki Kawajiri, Ninja Scroll was originally released in 1993 and has since become a seminal work in anime filmmaking.
A Landmark in Anime Filmmaking
Ninja Scroll is celebrated for its intricate storytelling, compelling characters, and stunning animation. The film follows Jubei, a wandering swordsman who saves a young ninja woman and is subsequently drawn into a dark conspiracy involving demonic forces. As they investigate the mysterious deaths of an entire village, they uncover a plot of demonic proportions, facing relentless adversaries who will stop at nothing to silence them.
AX Cinema Nights Series
The 30th anniversary theatrical release is part of Iconic Events Releasing’s 2024-2025 AX Cinema Nights series, a year-round movie event series celebrating the best new and classic anime films. AX Cinema Nights brings these beloved works to theaters across North America, providing fans with immersive and unforgettable experiences beyond the annual Anime Expo.
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Ninja Scroll will screen in over 500 U.S. theaters on September 11, 12, and 15. The film will be presented in both its original Japanese with English subtitles and an English dubbed version, catering to a wide range of anime enthusiasts.
Advance tickets for the Ninja Scroll 30th anniversary release will be announced soon. Fans will be able to purchase tickets at ax-cinemanights.com, which will also provide a complete list of participating theater locations. Tickets will be available through participating theater box offices as well.
Celebrating Three Decades of Influence
This theatrical release not only commemorates Ninja Scroll‘s 30th anniversary but also celebrates its enduring impact on the anime industry and its influence on subsequent generations of anime creators and fans.
Iconic Events Releasing will announce the remaining lineup of AX Cinema Nights later this summer, promising more exciting screenings for anime aficionados. Mark your calendars and get ready to relive the adventure of Ninja Scroll on the big screen this September.
About Ninja Scroll
Original Language: Japanese
Runtime: 94 min
Original Work & Character Design: Yoshiaki Kawajiri
Director: Yoshiaki Kawajiri
Screenplay: Yoshiaki Kawajiri
Character Design: Yutaka Minowa
Art Director: Hiromasa Ogura
Animation Director: Yutaka Minowa
Director of Photography: Hitoshi Yamaguchi
Editor: Harutoshi Ogata, Yukiko Itō
Music: Kaoru Wada
Producer: Shigeru Kitayama, Masako Fukuyo, Kazuhiko Ikeguchi
Production Company: Toho, JVC, Movic
Animation Studio: Madhouse
Synopsis
When Jubei saves a young ninja woman from the unthinkable, he assumes that’s the end of it. To his surprise, it’s only just the beginning. Together, the two investigate the mysterious deaths of an entire village which uncovers a conspiracy of demonic proportions! Getting closer to the truth, the demonic forces will stop at nothing to silence Jubei and his companion for good!
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