The highly anticipated anime film schedule for 2027 might have an unexpected contender for a release date. Movie listing websites such as The-Numbers.com currently feature an untitled film from Sony Pictures and Crunchyroll slated for September 15, 2027. Given that Sony's subsidiaries, including Crunchyroll and Aniplex, hold significant distribution and production roles in major anime franchises, this listing has led to fan speculation about which blockbuster could be heading to theaters.
Potential Candidates for the Release Date
Chief among the rumored titles is Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle 2. This film is the sequel to the highest-grossing anime movie of all time, and while it is confirmed for 2027, an official release window has not yet been announced. Another major 2027 release expected is One Piece Film: God Valley, which is set to be the first movie in the franchise to directly tie into the official manga and anime storyline, and has been slated for a summer 2027 release.
However, the film listing offers few definitive clues. The untitled movie is credited to Sony Pictures, with no mention of Aniplex, which is unusual given Aniplex's involvement in the Demon Slayer franchise. While Aniplex is a subsidiary of Sony, this omission could suggest a different project. Similarly, One Piece films are typically produced by Toei Animation, which is also not listed. While Sony and Crunchyroll handle One Piece movie distribution in North America, the listing's reference to France, where Toei Animation often manages distribution, further complicates the attribution.
Without official confirmation from Sony, Crunchyroll, or Toei Animation, the identity of the September 2027 film remains speculative. Fans are advised to await official announcements rather than relying on the unconfirmed listing. In related news, the first movie in the Infinity Castle trilogy recently became available on Hulu.