Thescreescore – Mark your calendars, Hello Kitty fans! Warner Bros. has officially announced the release date for the highly anticipated Hello Kitty movie: July 21, 2028. After years in development at Warner Bros. Animation and New Line Cinema, the beloved Sanrio icon is finally making her grand entrance onto the big screen. The announcement was made via Warner Bros.’ Instagram, featuring a playful clip of Hello Kitty adorning the WB logo with her signature red bow.
The journey to bring Hello Kitty to Hollywood began in 2015 when Sanrio first expressed interest in a film adaptation. In 2019, New Line and Flynn Picture Company joined forces to develop the feature film, marking Sanrio’s first major licensing deal with a Hollywood studio. This collaboration extends beyond Hello Kitty, encompassing other popular Sanrio characters like My Melody, Gudetama, and Little Twin Stars.
Leo Matsuda, known for his story artist work on animated hits such as Zootopia and Wreck-It Ralph, will direct the film. Dana Fox, a writer and executive producer on the upcoming Wicked adaptation, is penning the script.
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Sanrio founder Shintaro Tsuji previously expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, "Hello Kitty has long been a symbol of friendship, and we hope this film will only serve to grow that circle of friendship around the world."
Created by Yuko Shimizu in 1974, Hello Kitty, originally introduced as "Kitty White," has become a global phenomenon. The character’s enduring appeal has led to numerous animated series, books, video games, and a vast array of merchandise. Now, fans can anticipate seeing Hello Kitty’s world come to life in a brand-new way when the film hits theaters in 2028. This news was originally reported by thescreescore.com.
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