GKIDS has announced that the Studio Ghibli classic Princess Mononoke is returning to cinemas with a newly restored 4K cut, screening exclusively in IMAX.
The 1997 Hayao Miyazaki animation will be screened in both original Japanese language with subtitles and English language dubbed versions.
Considered one of Miyazaki’s key works, Princess Mononoke is revered for its stunning animation, rich storytelling, and profound environmental themes.
The story follows a young warrior named Ashitaka who, after being infected by an animal attack, seeks a cure from the deer-like god Shishigami. On his travels, he becomes entangled in a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi, the proud people of Iron Town, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke.
A young girl raised by wolves, Princess Mononoke will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there.
Experience Hayao Miyazaki's masterpiece like never before. See PRINCESS MONONOKE in an all-new 4K restoration exclusively in #IMAX starting March 26. Tickets on sale now! https://t.co/MfdZVzyARo pic.twitter.com/BKd8oMNHuF
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The English voice cast includes Gillian Anderson as Moro, Billy Crudup as Ashitaka, Claire Danes as San, Minnie Driver as Lady Eboshi, Jada Pinkett Smith as Toki, Billy Bob Thornton as Jigo, Keith David as Okkoto, and more.
GKIDS is releasing the 4K cut of the film in the US and Canada to mark the distributor’s 40th anniversary. It will also mark the first time the film has ever been shown in such quality.
While its release is currently limited to those territories, it’s quite likely that the film will make its way over to the UK as there have been a number of Ghibli re-releases in recent months.
Last summer, My Neighbor Totoro returned to UK cinemas, with Spirited Away following a few months later. Howl’s Moving Castle, meanwhile, is set to arrive this April.
Princess Mononoke will arrive in cinemas in the US and Canada on March 26. Fans can now book tickets through Fandango.