2025 Anpanman Film Unveils Title, June 27 Opening

Anpanman: The Apple Boy and Everyone’s Wishes) was the first film since Anpanman creator Takashi Yanase’s death.

Anpanman: Baikinman to Ehon no Lulun, the 35th film in the Anpanman franchise, opened in Japan last June and ranked #1 in terms of ticket sales (but #2 in weekend earnings).

Anpanman television anime series began in 1988, and new Anpanman films have opened each summer since 1989.