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Deets: STUDIO GHIBLI FEST is returning to theatres in the U.S. nationwide beginning this June, with a renewal of the longstanding partnership between GKIDS, the acclaimed producer and distributor of globally beloved animation, and Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide.

The STUDIO GHIBLI FEST 2026 lineup kicks off this June with Ponyo as one of many timeless classicsfrom the legendary Studio Ghibli. Other highlights in the 2026 lineup includes several special anniversary celebrations, such as Goro Miyazaki’s feature directorial debut, Tales from Earthsea which joins the Ghibli Fest lineup for the first time for its 20th anniversary, and Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata’s feature Only Yesterday commemorating its 35th Anniversary. Rounding out the all-star lineup, Castle in the Sky celebrates its 40th Anniversary, and esteemed director Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award®-winning feature Spirited Away 25th Anniversary closes the 2026 series. 

Each of the seven animated features will be shown in both original Japanese and English dubbed versions, including special surprise extra content for each screening.

Hint for the Average Socialite: Tickets for go on sale starting May 15 and can be purchased by visiting FathomEntertainment.com, GhibliFest.com, or at participating theatre box offices. (Theatre participants are subject to change). All event listings are in local time, please check your local theatres or online ticketing sites.

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