Not to be confused with the 1986 Jim Henson film of the same name (sorry Bowie fans), GKIDS is teaming up with Sanzigen to produce the studio's next animated film. labyrinthReleased in North American theaters this May. Animation fans may recognize Sanzigen's work. Promare With Studio Trigger. Following a Scottish release in late 2025 and a domestic release in early January 2026, labyrinth It finally comes to American movie theaters for two days in May only.
especially, labyrinth Legendary mecha creator, designer, director, and writer Shōji Kawamori is directing his animated film directorial debut. Kawamori is the person in charge of creation. Macrossadaptation Escaflowne's Vision Animation and pioneering concepts that ultimately lead to Optimus Prime transformer franchise. Kawamori's signature combination of pop music, science fiction, and machinery is clearly on display in the US trailer from GKIDS Films. labyrinth.
Labyrinth will be playing in North American theaters for two days only.
labyrinth It will be shown in U.S. theaters on May 10 and May 11, 2026.. Like most of the films released by GKIDS Films, this film features Japanese performances with English subtitles and viewing with an English dub, giving audiences the best of both worlds. labyrinth It tells the story of Shiori Maezawa, a high school girl who wants to become an online star but cannot succeed. Shiori's embarrassing video accidentally goes viral, but a doppelganger appears who traps her in a smartphone.
labyrinth It focuses on themes of identity, the dangers of modern internet culture, and the growing negative impact of Brainrot content on society. GKIDS presents a vibrant and colorful trailer combining Sanzigen's traditional animation animation and 3DCG work, set to the film's main theme song, “Sailor, Sail On” by Japanese pop girl group Atarashii Gakko! labyrinth With a running time of 115 minutes, it is Sanzigen's longest film to date.
Labyrinth is directed by one of the greatest science fiction creators of all time.
Shoji Kawamori is a living legend in the world of animation and mecha. Without Kawamori, franchises like transformer It will not exist in its current form. Although most of Kawamori's works are mecha series, what truly defines his voice as a writer is the way he blends pop music and science fiction settings. Macross Fans know it well. There are only a few mecha shots labyrinthLooking at the trailer for , it's clear that music and science fiction are key parts of the film's identity.
Shiori's story is classic science fiction. She's stuck on the Internet, trying to stop her super alter ego who wants nothing more than to dumb down humanity, while also commenting on modern online culture and habits. Musically, the film also features Suzuka from Atarashi School! He is famous for voicing Shiori and performing “Sailor, Sail On” in the film along with the rest of the group. labyrinth It promises all the mecha action, musical style, and sci-fi flourishes that anime fans have come to love from Kawamori.
labyrinth Released in U.S. theaters on May 10 and May 11, 2026
