Your Name is getting a 4K rerelease in theaters to celebrate its 10th anniversary
Makoto Shinkai’s acclaimed 2016 animated film Your Name is returning to theaters with a 4K remaster to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Distributor GKIDS announced the theatrical re-release on June 6, with the film set to begin playing in cinemas starting August 14.
The film, which became a worldwide phenomenon upon its original release, remains widely recognized as a masterpiece of animation. The new 4K restoration will allow both longtime fans and new viewers to experience the visually stunning work in enhanced quality on the big screen.
GKIDS, one of the leading names in international distribution of Japanese animated films and series, made the announcement just after a strong showing at Anime Expo. Beyond theatrical distribution, the company maintains an active physical media release program for its library. GKIDS recently earned significant industry recognition, winning an Oscar in 2024 for Studio Ghibli’s The Boy and the Heron, underscoring the distributor’s role in bringing quality animation to global audiences.