Shout! Studios is getting ready to let loose with a classic anime on digital. The distributor announced plans to bring Speed Racer and the original Japanese version, Mach GoGoGo, to video-on-demand on “all major digital platforms” on June 1, 2024. The 52-episode Speed Racer anime …Read more »
There is sad news as reports come out on the death of actor Christian Oliver, who played Snake Oiler in the live-action 2008 Speed Racer. Oliver, whose real last name was Klepser, died in a plane accident that is currently under investigation. He was on …Read more »
The Japanese franchise Speed Racer is getting a second live-action adaptation in America with a new set of people. The previous live-action adaptation, which came out in 2008, was a movie written and directed by The Wachowskis, the same team behind The Matrix franchise. This …Read more »
Tatsunoko Production is currently in the midst of its 60th anniversary festivities. Fans can look forward to a celebratory Yatterman drama, for example. If you’re feeling a little lost, or aren’t sure what this is all about… we’re here to tell you that, actually, you’re probably a …Read more »
Anime is full of cool rides, from robots to spaceships. But for more down-to-earth types, there have been lots of super-cool anime cars over the years. Some are based on real models, while others are bespoke beauties made just for our heroes. Here are three …Read more »
It looks like Netflix is betting on Yu Yu Hakusho for their next IRL remake of a beloved anime. The hype is… cautious. We all know that the world of live-action anime remakes is a little varied. But even if you’re a picky watcher, there are …Read more »
Things are running a little differently for the Macy’s Parade this year, but one thing remains the same: the balloons! Amongst the old and new stars flying by this year will be Pikachu, retaining his spot of honor. Goku has also made appearances in the …Read more »
What do Tom Cruise, Jon Bon Jovi and animation studio Tatsunoko Production have in common? It’s right there in the headline, dude. Tatsukoko is gearing up to celebrate its 55th, and it’s unveiled a visual that rings in a year of celebration at the studio, …Read more »
FUNimation had a handful of anime acquisitions to announce at this weekend's Otakon, including a nice mix of both new and old. On the new end of things we can look forward to anime movies such as Project Itoh, Psycho-Pass , and the latest Ghost …Read more »
It looks like this thing is really happening, guys. The live-action Ghost in the Shell film starring Scarlett Johansson is set to premiere April 14, 2017. If it sounds kind of absurd to set a release date that far in the future – well, it …Read more »
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