In this episode, we’ll cover an extensive preview of the upcoming animated feature, Mononoke the Movie: The Curse of the Serpent, set for a Japanese release on May 29, 2026. This article confirms the drop of a new trailer and poster, significantly building anticipation for the film, which continues the narrative established by the 2006 Mononoke TV anime about the Medicine Seller who vanquishes malevolent spirits. Key figures involved in the production are highlighted, including director Kenji Nakamura and actress Miyuki Sawashiro, who voices the character of Sandaime Midaidokoro. The source also mentions the availability of the previous two films in the trilogy on Netflix for newcomers and summarizes the core premise: the protagonist must discover the Form, Truth, and Reason behind a spirit before eliminating it. The combined efforts of Studio Kafka EOTA and Twin Engine promise a visually and emotionally impactful cinematic event.
