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Lionsgate & Toei Unite for Animated 'Monkey Quest'
8 Sep
Summary
- Lionsgate becomes North American distribution partner for Toei's upcoming 'Monkey Quest'.
- The animated feature 'Monkey Quest' is slated for a 2027 theatrical release.
- The film boasts an all-star voice cast including Auli'i Cravalho and Adam Devine.
Lionsgate has entered into a significant strategic collaboration with Toei Animation, commencing with the distribution of the upcoming animated feature "Monkey Quest" in North America. This deal, effective immediately, designates Lionsgate as Toei Animation's distribution partner in the U.S. for new projects and as a primary contact for future co-productions.
"Monkey Quest" is scheduled to premiere in theaters in 2027. The film features a compelling narrative with an ensemble voice cast, including Auli'i Cravalho and Adam Devine. The story follows a teenage girl and her brother on a quest to find their parents, leading them to awaken a powerful protector.
The production boasts a creative team including co-creator Naoto Oshima, known for his work on "Sonic the Hedgehog." David N. Weiss serves as director, with Stephanie Ma Stine and Takao Noguchi as co-directors. Charades is managing international sales for the film outside the United States.
