Hello Kitty Film Set to Release in 2028
The beloved character is set to her make her big-screen debut at Warner Bros. Animation.
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It’s official! Hello Kitty is making her big-screen debut in the summer of 2028.
Warner Bros. Animation announced the release date via Instagram, captioning the post “Hello Hollywood” and “#HelloKittyMovie is coming to theaters July 21, 2028!”
While plot details remain under wraps, the film will be directed by Leo Matsuda, known for his work on Disney’s Inner Workings, Zootopia, and Wreck-It Ralph. The script is being written by Wicked screenwriter Dana Fox. Producers Beau Flynn and Shelby Thomas of Flynn Picture Company (currently wrapping production on Disney’s live-action Moana starring Dwayne Johnson) are also on board.
Japanese company Sanrio first introduced Hello Kitty in 1974, and the journey to bring her to theaters has been nearly a decade in the making. The beloved character, created by Yuko Shimizu, has since become a global icon, starring in animated series and appearing on countless merchandise lines.
The idea of a feature film began circulating in 2015, and by 2019, New Line Cinema and Flynn Picture Company were developing an English-language adaptation. This marked the first time Sanrio licensed Hello Kitty (and several of its other beloved characters) to a major Hollywood studio.
Though 2028 may feel far away, the countdown has officially begun. Fans around the world can now circle the date and get ready to say hello to Hello Kitty on the silver screen.
