Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures to Bring LiSA’s Epic Concert Film to North American Theaters

Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, announced today its acquisition of the North American rights for J-pop sensation LiSA’s concert film, LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-. This exciting partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment will see the film released in theaters across the United States and Canada for a special three-day event starting on August 17, 2024.

The LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER- concert film captures LiSA’s final show of her 19-date tour at the Tokyo Garden Theater on December 16. Fans and new audiences alike will be transported to this sold-out performance, experiencing the dynamic energy and powerful vocals of the beloved J-pop star. The film showcases LiSA’s sixth original album and presents her most personal music to date in a stunning, cinematic format.

LiSA, who debuted as a solo artist in 2011 with her mini-album Letter to U, has achieved international fame through her contributions to numerous anime theme songs. Some of her most popular tracks include “homura” and “Gurenge” from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, “Datte Atashino Hero” from My Hero Academia, “Crossing Field” from Sword Art Online, and “Rising Hope” from The Irregular at Magic High School.

In 2020, LiSA was recognized as the #1 “Most Played Japanese Artist Overseas” on Spotify, with her single “Gurenge” from Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba earning the top spot as the “Most Played Japanese Song Overseas.”

Fans eager to immerse themselves in LiSA’s vibrant performances can also stream her past music and performance videos on Crunchyroll, making the platform a comprehensive hub for both her music and anime projects.

With the release of LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS -LANDER-, Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment continue to celebrate and amplify the reach of J-pop and anime culture in North America, offering an unprecedented opportunity to experience LiSA’s extraordinary talent on the big screen.