SUZUME Theatrical Release Dates Announced; Watch the Trailer!
The highly anticipated new movie from director Makoto Shinkai, Suzume, will be coming to theaters in April 2023. Crunchyroll, in partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment, Wild Bunch International, and Eurozoom, announced that it will be coming to theaters internationally (excluding Asia) starting April 12, 2023. Here is the country release date breakdown:
April 12 in France and Malta
April 13 in Australia, Brazil, Germany, Mexico and New Zealand
April 14 in Austria, Belgium, Canada, Gibraltar, Ireland, Luxembourg, United Kingdom and United States
Additional 2023 dates to be announced for additional Latin America and EMEA territories
Suzume debuted in Japan on November 11 and has now surpassed 5.6 million admissions, so far earning 7.5 billion yen (approximately 55 million USD) and has stayed #1 at the box office in Japan for 3 consecutive weeks. Here’s the official synopsis for the film:
On the other side of the door, was time in its entirety—
"Suzume" is a coming-of-age story for the 17-year-old protagonist, Suzume, set in various disaster-stricken locations across Japan, where she must close the doors causing devastation.
Suzume’s journey begins in a quiet town in Kyushu (located in southwestern Japan) when she encounters a young man who tells her, “I’m looking for a door.” What Suzume finds is a single weathered door standing upright in the midst of ruins as though it was shielded from whatever catastrophe struck. Seemingly drawn by its power, Suzume reaches for the knob… Doors begin to open one after another all across Japan, unleashing destruction upon any who are near. Suzume must close these portals to prevent further disaster.
—The stars, then sunset, and the morning sky.
Within that realm, it was as though all time had melted together in the sky…
Never-before-seen scenery, encounters and farewells… A myriad of challenges await her on her journey. Despite all the obstacles in her way, Suzume’s adventure shines a ray of hope upon our own struggles against the toughest roads of anxiety and constraints that make up everyday life. This story of closing doors that connect our past to the present and future will leave a lasting impression upon all of our hearts.
Drawn in by these mysterious doors, Suzume’s journey is about to begin.
Based on the trailers and early reception in Japan, the film looks fantastic. Don’t miss your chance to catch this one in theaters.