Kyoto Animation is gearing up for the release of the highly anticipated new film Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved, marking a significant step in the studio’s recovery and a much-awaited return of the popular franchise. After the devastating 2019 arson attack that claimed the lives of numerous staff members, Kyoto Animation has made a remarkable comeback, with several of its iconic projects now resuming, including the beloved Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid series.
The new film, which centers around the character Kanna, will hit theaters in Japan on June 27th, with international release plans still pending. In anticipation of the film’s premiere, Kyoto Animation released a special teaser trailer and a fresh poster, giving fans a deeper look at the upcoming story. These new visuals offer a glimpse into the next chapter of the series, following its last anime season.
Key Details on the New Movie
Directed by Tatsuya Ishihara, who previously helmed the second season of the anime, Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved will continue the narrative established in the show’s second season. The film will explore Kanna’s story further, introducing new dynamics with her estranged father. The film’s script is written by Yuka Yamada, with Miku Kadowaki providing the character designs and serving as the chief animation director. The musical production is handled by Lantis and Heart Company.
While the movie’s official international release date remains unannounced, the Japanese theatrical release is set for June 27th. The voice cast from the TV series will return to reprise their roles, including Mutsumi Tamura as Kobayashi, Yuki Kuwahara as Tohru, and Maria Naganawa as Kanna. Additionally, other returning voices include Yuki Takada as Elma, Minami Takahashi as Lucoa, Daisuke Ono as Fafnir, Yuichi Nakamura as Makoto Takiya, Emiri Kato as Riko Saikawa, and Kaori Ishihara as Shota Magatsuchi. However, Shiori Sugiura will replace Tomomi Mineuchi in the role of Ilulu, who was introduced controversially in season two.
Plot Overview: Kanna’s Father Makes His Debut
Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved takes place after the events of the second season, delving into a significant storyline from the original manga by Coolkyousinnjya. The movie is set to reveal more about Kanna’s backstory, with the introduction of her biological father. The plot teases a shift in focus to Kanna’s character as her long-lost father unexpectedly arrives in her life.
Kyoto Animation hints at the new film’s premise: “The normal office worker, Miss Kobayashi, has dragons gathering around her. Unexpectedly, a visitor arrives for the young dragon Kanna – and it turns out to be Kanna’s real father.”
This upcoming movie is the first continuation of the anime series since the conclusion of its second season, offering fans a long-awaited return to the world of Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid. For those eager to catch up before the film’s release, the first two seasons of the series are currently streaming exclusively on Crunchyroll.
As we await news on the international release, the arrival of A Lonely Dragon Wants to be Loved promises to reignite fan excitement and provide a deeper look into Kanna’s emotional journey.
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