Madhouse's original theatrical project Ghost – End of Night has announced three new additions to its voice cast. The upcoming film, directed by Shingo Natsume, revealed the new cast members ahead of its wide Japanese release scheduled for early 2027.
The film recently held its North American premiere at the Animation is Film festival on October 16, 2026. This latest update provides more detail on the characters inhabiting the virtual reality network known as the Altverse.
What We Know
The production team has cast Kenjiro Tsuda as Moby Dick, the creator of the Altverse virtual reality network. Joining the cast are Hiroki Yasumoto as Karate and Hiroshi Kamiya as Ito. Both Karate and Ito are childhood friends of the protagonist Masu and serve at the observatory as a section manager and mental coach, respectively.
These actors join previously announced leads Mayu Hotta, who voices the 15-year-old administrator Neekei, and Issei Takahashi, who voices Masu. The film is produced by studio Madhouse with Shingo Natsume serving as both director and scriptwriter alongside Tomohiro Suzuki. Natsume Ono provided the original character designs, while Norifumi Kugai is handling the character designs for animation. Ohzora Kimishima is composing the music, and the band Hitsujibungaku performs the theme song and the insert song "Sugar."
Why It Matters
Ghost – End of Night is the first feature film directed by Shingo Natsume, who is recognized for his direction on One-Punch Man and Sonny Boy. The project features character designs by Natsume Ono, who worked on ACCA: 13-Territory Inspection Dept. The story explores a near-future setting where humans upload their consciousness to a virtual "Starry Sky," positioning it as a high-concept sci-fi entry in the 2027 theatrical calendar.
Where to Watch
The film is currently on the festival circuit and does not have a wide international theatrical or streaming release announced. It premiered in North America at the Animation is Film festival on October 16, 2026. For the Japanese audience, the film will screen at the 39th Tokyo International Film Festival from October 26 to November 4, 2026. A general theatrical release in Japan is scheduled for February 11, 2027.
What Happens Next
Following its Tokyo International Film Festival premiere, Ghost – End of Night will head toward its wide theatrical release on February 11, 2027, distributed by Bandai Namco Filmworks. No international streaming platforms or home video dates have been announced as of October 22, 2026. A manga adaptation illustrated by Himiko is currently serializing in Kadokawa Shoten's Young Ace magazine, having launched on August 4, 2026.