Crunchyroll Sinks Its Teeth into North American Rights for “KIZUMONOGATARI -KOYOMI VAMP-“

Anime streaming giant Crunchyroll announced today that it has acquired the North American and select international theatrical rights for the upcoming supernatural vampire film compilation, “KIZUMONOGATARI -KOYOMI VAMP-.”

This three-part anime film condenses the previously released “KIZUMONOGATARI” trilogy, originally shown in 2016 and 2017, with animation by the acclaimed studio SHAFT.

The story follows Koyomi Araragi, a high school student who tangles with a captivating but powerless vampire named Kiss-shot Acerola-Orion Heart-under-blade.

Koyomi and Sony Pictures Entertainment will team up to bring the film to theaters for a one-day-only event. North American and Mexican audiences can catch it on August 28th, while Australian fans will have to wait until September 5th.

The synopsis dives deeper into the fateful encounter: Kiss-shot, a legendary vampire stripped of her limbs and drenched in blood, presents a tragic yet beautiful sight to Koyomi.

Scripted by NISIOISIN and brought to life by SHAFT’s animation, “KIZUMONOGATARI -KOYOMI VAMP-” serves as a prequel to the popular “MONOGATARI” series. This condensed version of the original trilogy offers a unique theatrical experience for fans.

Behind the Scenes:

• Directed and written by Tatsuya Oishi
• Original story by NISIOISIN
• Produced by SHAFT
• Running time: 114 minutes

Crunchyroll also recently announced a new season of the “MONOGATARI” series titled “MONOGATARI Series: OFF & MONSTER Season,” set to stream on their platform starting July 6th. This news comes as a sweet treat for fans eager for more from the captivating “MONOGATARI” universe.