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Hello Kitty is heading to Hollywood! Warner Bros. has confirmed that the beloved character will star in her first full-length animated movie, releasing in theatres on July 21, 2028. The film will bring Hello Kitty and her friends to the big screen for the first time, promising an adventure filled with fun, friendship, and nostalgia for fans old and new. According to Entertainment Tonight, the upcoming film will be fully animated, unlike many recent toy-inspired movies that have taken the live-action route. Produced in collaboration with Sanrio, the creators of Hello Kitty, and Warner Bros., the film aims to introduce the iconic character to new audiences while staying true to her timeless appeal that has charmed generations worldwide. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Entertainment Tonight (@entertainmenttonight) This animated adventure is expected to feature other beloved Sanrio characters, such as Gudetama, My Melody, and the Little Twin Stars, which could bring greater depth to the story. Hello Kitty’s rise from a 1974 merchandising icon to universal pop-culture status has led to success with theme parks, video games, fashion and more. How Fans Received The News The post by ET quickly went viral. One user exclaimed, “I’ll be waiting to watch it,” while another questioned the long wait: “2028??” Community replies range from eager anticipation to playful jokes about fancasting Cinnamonroll and other characters. Some fans, surprised by the four-year timeline, expressed hopes for familiar voices and heartwarming stories. The Hello Kitty film will bring the beloved Sanrio universe to the big screen, giving the timeless character a fresh spotlight in pop culture. Hello Kitty Movie: Creative Team The Hello Kitty movie is a Warner Bros. Animation and New Line Cinema production. This marks the first time a major Hollywood studio has been given the license to create a feature-length film based on Sanrio’s iconic character. The film will be directed by Leo Matsuda, best known for his work on Disney’s Zootopia and the short film Inner Workings. The screenplay is currently being written by Dana Fox, who previously worked on Wicked and Cruella. Beau Flynn of FlynnPictureCo. serves as the producer, after nearly a decade-long collaboration with Sanrio founder Shintaro Tsuji to secure the rights for the film. While specific plot details remain under wraps, fans are eager to see how the filmmakers will adapt Hello Kitty’s traditionally silent character for a global audience.
