Kaiju No. 8season 2 is coming soon, but before that, fans will be treated to theatrical releases for a compilation film and new episode. The series has solidified itself as one of Shonen Jump’s biggest anime in years, and this announcement proves that fans are definitely hungry for more of the acclaimed series.
As confirmed by the official website of the Kaiju No. 8 anime,Kaiju No. 8will receive an OVA episode that will focus on Soshiro Hoshina, the vice-captain of the Third Division of the Defense Force and one of the series' most popular characters so far. Furthermore, a compilation of season 1 will be rerun in select Japanese theaters starting June 23, 2025. There is no information yet on if there will be an international release, but fans can expect the special episode to hit streaming services sooner or later.
Kaiju No. 8’s New Compilation Movie & OVA Prove The Series' Success
The Theatrical Release Is A Good Sign For The Anime’s Future
This OVA and theatrical run only shows just how bigKaiju No. 8has become. The advertising and production forKaiju No. 8season one were incredible, and it seems to have all paid off. As well as getting a video game, manga sales have boomed and is one of the best-selling manga of 2024. Popular anime likeDemon Slayerhas gotten a theatrical run that compiles a season, soKaiju No. 8receiving the same treatment as this monolith of the anime industry, shows the demand for the series. Given thatKaiju No. 8’smanga is also reaching its climax, it’s never been a better time to be a fan of the franchise.
One Of Kaiju No. 8’s Most Badass Soldiers Gets Their Time To Shine In New Episode
Fans Will Finally Get More Hoshina
Soshiro Hoshina isn’t just the typical badass anime mentor or leader, and fans will find out more about him soon inKaiju No. 8’ssecond season. In the meantime, the new episode promises a focus on not just Hoshina, but also Reno and Iharu. The Defence Forces soldiers are given a holiday to enjoy themselves, but Reno, who can’t seem to do so because of how much he trains, tails Hoshina with Iharu as he senses something off. This OVA will definitely be an interesting and funny one as we get to see a new side of the interesting Hoshina and the uptight Reno away from the action.
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With season two coming after a short year’s wait,Kaiju No. 8fans can look forward to a short but fun episode about the lovable Soshiro Hoshina and Reno Ichikawa. Unfortunately, fans don’t have any indication of the movie and episode’s theatrical release outside of Japan, but hopefully, the series is big enough that the new releases will find a home in American theaters.Kaiju No. 8has a good future ahead of it with more content to expect, and fans of the series will be treated well.
Kaiju No. 8
Cast
Kaiju No. 8 follows Kafka Hibino, who dreams of joining The Defense Force alongside childhood friend Mina Ashiro in a world beset by Kaiju. Kafka’s path diverges as he works cleaning up post-battle, but his encounter with Reno Ichikawa reignites his vow to defend humanity. Released in 2024.
