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Ghost in the Shell 4K Ultra HD Limited Edition Steelbook & Standard Listed for UK Release

Mamoru Oshii's 1995 classic anime film Ghost in the Shell is now finally making its UK 4K debut with a standard and limited edition steelbook set available to pre-order.

NormanicGrav • 7th May 2021

Manga Review

Cagaster Volume 1 Review

Already adapted into an anime by Netflix and Gonzo, Kachou Hashimoto’s source manga that tells the tale of humanity warring it out with giant mutant bugs has a bit of a rough start, devoting more time to character building than getting moving with the central plot - but it at least seems to have enough potential to improve in later volumes.

Onosume • 6th May 2021

Manga Review

I’m The Catlords’ Manservant Volume 1 Review

This short-lived manga gives a new spin on the harem genre - a guy not surrounded by loads of girls, but male shapeshifting cats.

Ian Wolf • 5th May 2021

Manga Review

The Witch and the Beast Volume 4 Review

The saga of the young witch Helga and the Demon Sword reaches a terrifying climax in the fourth volume of The Witch and the Beast.

Sarah • 4th May 2021

News

Anime Limited Details June & July 2021 UK Home Video Slate – Castlevania Season 2, The Future Diary (Mirai Nikki) & More

The Future Diary (Mirai Nikki) has returned to the UK in time for its 10th anniversary, while Castlevania fans will finally be able to add Season 2 to their Blu-ray collection this Summer!

NormanicGrav • 3rd May 2021

Manga Review

My Boy Volume 7 Review

My Boy continues to challenge accepted societal norms in exploring the friendship between two lonely people – one of whom is still a minor – who find pleasure in each other’s company and quietly asking: is this so very wrong?

Sarah • 3rd May 2021

Anime Review

Violet Evergarden Collector’s Edition Review

The highly anticipated release of Violet Evergarden is finally available, but does it prove to be a must-have product for fans?

Demelza • 29th April 2021

Roundup

What’s Worth Watching This Spring? Spring 2021 Preview

Spring 2021 has brought a wealth of new series to watch as well as the return of several favourites. Which shows are worth watching? The writers at Anime UK News have plenty of recommendations to get you started!

AUKN Staff • 28th April 2021

Manga Review

Call of the Night Volume 1 Review

An interesting take on vampire romance, without the stereotypical ‘brooding’ vampire in it? The first volume of Call of the Night is full of promise.

darkstorm • 25th April 2021

News

Screen Anime May 2021 Line-up Adds Tokyo Ghoul S, Relative Worlds, Belladonna of Sadness, Psychic School Wars

The sequel to the live-action 2017 Tokyo Ghoul film joins Screen Anime's May 2021 line-up alongside The Relative Worlds, Psychic School Wars, Belladonna of Sadness and more Eureka Seven episodes.

NormanicGrav • 23rd April 2021

Manga Review

Blue Period Volume 2 Review

Yatora Yaguchi wants to become an artist. But the path from high school to university art school is filled with obstacles and examinations and the competition is fierce! Has he the strength of will - and talent - to achieve his dream?

Sarah • 23rd April 2021

News

Robotech: The Macross Saga Listed for UK Blu-ray release by Funimation

After revealing their Q3 2021 release schedule, one more series was discovered on Zavvi which was not specified before, which may surprise many anime fans.

NormanicGrav • 22nd April 2021

News

Funimation Reveals Q3 2021 UK Anime Releases – Black Clover Season 3, Fire Force Season 2, Gleipnir, Infinite Dendrogram, K-On!, Yu Yu Hakusho & More

K-On! and Yu Yu Hakusho return to the UK with Blu-ray upgrades, and 2020 aired shows Gleipnir and Infinite Dendrogram make their UK home video debut alongside other releases.

NormanicGrav • 22nd April 2021

News

Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train UK Cinema Release Announced

Funimation announces May theatrical release for the highly anticipated anime film "Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train", becoming the first anime distributor to announce a release when cinemas re-open next month.

Josh A. Stevens • 21st April 2021

Manga Review

Mint Chocolate Volume 2 Review

Does Mint Chocolate continue its blend of sweet and savoury in this story of step-siblings in love? Or has the novelty worn off?

darkstorm • 19th April 2021

Manga Review

I Cannot Reach You Volume 1 Review

Kakeru and Yamato have been friends since childhood. But can they ever be more than that? The pains and misunderstandings of growing up are explored in Mika’s first manga to be published in English.

Sarah • 17th April 2021

Manga Review

A School Frozen in Time Volume 1 Review

From the mangaka behind Your Lie in April and the author behind Anime Supremacy! comes a new work. Eight students find themselves trapped at school - and in order to escape, they must relive the day a fellow student died two months ago...

Demelza • 17th April 2021

News

Anime Limited Announce More US Expansion Plans; Hire Miles Thomas as Chief Marketing Officer

Miles joins from his previous position as Director for Community Marketing at Crunchyroll, and is a frequent presence within Twitter's anime community.

Teapot • 14th April 2021

Manga Review

Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan Review Volumes 1 and 2

The anime adaptation of Life Lessons with Uramichi Oniisan is coming July 2021, but is the original manga worth checking out?

darkstorm • 14th April 2021

News

End of an Era: Manga Entertainment Rebrands to Funimation in the UK and Ireland

Titles including Blue Exorcist are being added to the Funimation streaming service to celebrate the new name.

Teapot • 12th April 2021