Three years after the anime finally closed the book on Eren Yeager’s apocalyptic journey, Attack on Titan is officially making a massive comeback. Starting in 2026, September 9 will be formally recognized by the Japan Anniversary Association as “Attack on Titan Day,” marking the exact date Hajime Isayama’s legendary manga first debuted back in 2009. And considering how much the franchise has packed into the last 17 years, it feels like the perfect excuse to bring the Titans back into the spotlight.
Leaning heavily into the lore of the Nine Titans, Kodansha has lined up an insane slate of 99-themed drops and events. This includes unlocking the first 99 manga chapters for exactly 99 hours, launching exclusive new merch, and hosting a highly anticipated cast livestream packed with fresh reveals. But the biggest news currently generating hype is the franchise’s return to the big screen.
With Attack on Titan Part 1: Guren no Yumiya and The Last Attack slated to hit theaters globally throughout 2026 and 2027, the series is clearly nowhere near ready to leave the spotlight. Eren’s story may be over, but the world of titans still has plenty of life left in it. Honestly, there will probably never be enough of Attack on Titan.
Attack on Titan Announces Two Theatrical Re-releases Alongside A Massive New Slate Of Events
To kick things off, the compilation film that originally launched the theatrical run, Attack on Titan Part 1: Guren no Yumiya, is officially heading back to Japanese theaters on October 23, 2026. But this isn’t just a simple re-release. The movie is getting the full premium treatment with ScreenX, 4DX, and ULTRA 4DX presentations, giving fans a chance to experience the series’ chaotic Omni-Directional Mobility gear action like never before.
Then, in 2027, the franchise’s cinematic finale, Attack on Titan: The Last Attack, will get the same premium format treatment. More importantly, this will mark the franchise’s first-ever immersive ScreenX release for Eren’s apocalyptic conclusion, giving fans another reason to experience the finale on the biggest screen possible.
And the celebration goes way beyond theaters. The franchise has also launched its own dedicated YouTube channel for exclusive special features and limited-time anime streams. Season 1 is currently being broadcast every Wednesday, although the livestream is locked to viewers in Japan. Meanwhile, manga readers are getting an even bigger treat, as Kodansha’s official Magapoke app is unlocking the first 99 chapters of the series completely free for exactly 99 hours. For a franchise built around the number nine, that’s about as Attack on Titan as it gets.
The Creator Of Attack on Titan Gives A Surprisingly Wholesome Update On His Life
Series creator Hajime Isayama even jumped into the anniversary hype, dropping a new commemorative illustration of Eren and Levi for the special day. In classic Isayama fashion, though, the artwork came with a hilariously casual update on his personal life. The creator revealed that he has recently developed a massive addiction to rom-com manga, which is about as far away from the misery of Attack on Titan as it gets.
He also mentioned catching Spider-Man 4 (Brand New Day) in theaters, noting that his satisfaction with the neighbourhood hero somehow keeps peaking with every new installment. It’s a surprisingly wholesome update from the man who spent years finding new ways to emotionally destroy his readers.
The gaming side of the franchise is also gearing up for a major release. Koei Tecmo’s highly anticipated Attack on Titan 3 just dropped a stunning new key visual featuring Eren, Levi, Mikasa, and Armin in their gritty Final Season designs. The game will also feature a brand-new opening animation fully produced by MAPPA before launching across multiple platforms on December 10. Between the new game, theatrical releases, manga rereads, and anniversary events, the Survey Corps clearly isn’t ready to disappear just because the anime’s story has ended.
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