Hello Kitty movie 2028 release date July 21 was announced Wednesday by Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and New Line Cinema for the beloved Sanrio character’s theatrical debut. Director Leo Matsuda helms the animated film with Dana Fox from Wicked writing the most recent script draft . The studio’s Instagram post declared Hello Hollywood, HelloKittyMovie is coming to theaters July 21, 2028 .
Hello Kitty movie 2028 release date follows nearly a decade in development with producer Beau Flynn spending years working with Sanrio founder Shintaro Tsuji to secure rights . The film marks Hello Kitty’s Hollywood theatrical debut as Hello Kitty and her friends embark on a cinematic adventure sure to delight audiences of all ages . Sanrio first launched the property in 1974, creating the adorable big-headed feline quickly became a merchandising juggernaut.
Hello Kitty movie 2028 release date represents the first time Sanrio licensed film rights to the classic cat character . Matsuda directed the short Inner Workings and worked as story artist on films including Zootopia and Wreck-It Ralph . It’s not yet known whether Kitty White will speak in the film, but lacking a mouth she has been completely silent to date in several animated series .
Hello Kitty movie 2028 release date could feature other Sanrio characters as the company licensed rights to Gudetama, My Melody, and Little Twin Stars. Tsuji stated in 2019 he was extremely pleased Hello Kitty and other popular Sanrio characters will be making their Hollywood debut . Shelby Thomas oversees the project for Flynn Picture Company joining Warner Bros’ summer blockbuster slate.
