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Kuromi will star in her first animated film in 2027

Sanrio announced the project on the character’s birthday; story details are still to come.

By PulseNovember 3, 2026
Kuromi appears against a purple background with Japanese text and the year 2027.
Official announcement artwork for Kuromi’s first starring film.

Kuromi will lead an animated theatrical film for the first time. Sanrio announced the project on October 31, the character’s birthday, with a Japanese release planned for 2027 and distribution by GAGA.

The announcement artwork places Kuromi against a purple background. The character debuted in 2005, and Sanrio has opened an official website for the movie.

Kuromi appears against a purple background with Japanese text and the year 2027.
Official announcement artwork for Kuromi’s first starring film. View full-size image

The story has not yet been revealed. Sanrio says details for releases outside Japan will follow when confirmed; no Brazilian date has been announced.

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