Akira 4K Coming in 2020

[Deltron]

AX 2019: Akira Receives 4K Remaster – The Outerhaven

Katsuhiro Otomo announced at Anime Expo that the classic anime film Akira will receive a 4k remastered edition on Blu-ray. The film originally aired in 1988 and pushed the boundaries of animation back in the day. It is highly regarded as one of the best anime films to be produced and is a staple on most anime fans’ “to-watch” lists.

In addition to the 4k remaster, an unknown new anime project in relation to the Akira manga has been confirmed to be in the works. What this new project remains to be seen but a tidbit of information was stated that the project looks to incorporate the entirety of the manga’s story!

The 4k remaster of Akira is slated for a Spring 2020 release in Japan and an unannounced time in the United States.

 

[OfTheCross]

I didn't love this movie

 

[StatUS]

Anime based on Manga could be a classic as long as they don't go the Berserk route.

 

[OmegaK2099]

I've yet to see how cartoons look on 4k still

 

[FlyRy]

I've yet to see how cartoons look on 4k still

Me either. They say its not as big a jump as live action films. Especially for our childhood favs because of the res they were made in. Hdr makes it pop more

Toy story 4 has a 4K DI which is really rare for an animated film and that will look incredible

 

[Jesus]

I didn't love this movie

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[Red Shield]

Hopefully this new series has a high animation budget