The main trailer for the original anime film ghost – end of night has been released, revealing the project's theme song and several high-profile additions to the voice cast. Directed by Shingo Natsume and produced by Studio Madhouse, the film explores a near-future sci-fi landscape where the boundaries between physical reality and digital consciousness have blurred.
The new footage arrives as the production moves toward its general theatrical release in early 2027. Following a successful run through international film festivals in Busan and Los Angeles, the latest update provides the most comprehensive look yet at the film's aesthetic and musical direction as of November 10, 2026.
What We Know
The official website for the film released the main trailer on November 10, 2026, confirming that the rock band Hitsujibungaku is providing two songs for the production. The theme song is titled "Life," while the insert song is titled "Sugar." This announcement follows the film's successful international premiere circuit, which included a screening at the Animation is Film Festival in Los Angeles on October 16, 2026.
The production also revealed three major voice cast additions. Kenjiro Tsuda will voice Moby Dick, Hiroki Yasumoto will play Karate, and Hiroshi Kamiya joins the cast as Ito. These actors join the lead duo of Mayu Hotta as Nike and Issei Takahashi as Mas. Additional cast members listed in the trailer include Takeo Otsuka as Bora, Kazuhiro Yamaji as Ahab, Yuuki Shin as Structure, Hina Yomiya as Mike, and Atsumi Tanezaki voicing Masu's son.
The staff includes director and screenwriter Shingo Natsume, co-screenwriter Tomohiro Suzuki, and original character designer Natsume Ono. Norifumi Kugai is handling character designs, while Ohzora Kimishima is composing the music. The technical team at Studio Madhouse includes assistant director Keita Nagasaka, art director Yukiko Maruyama, and compositing director of photography Akane Fushihara. Other key staff members include editor Kashiko Kimura, sound director Shoji Hata, and action animator Gosei Oda.
Why It Matters
The film represents the first original feature-length project for director Shingo Natsume, whose previous work includes the acclaimed first season of One-Punch Man and the experimental series Sonny Boy. This production brings together a high-profile creative team to explore a near-future setting where human consciousness is uploaded to a virtual environment known as the "Starry Sky."
The story centers on Nike, an administrator who begins to question the digital societal order while searching for the "real" in a world where physical labor has been rendered obsolete. With its 110-minute running time and a staff that includes costume styling by Mana Yamamoto and tattoo designs by Mine Moea, the film is positioned as a significant original sci-fi entry for the 2027 theatrical season.
Where to Watch or Read
ghost – end of night is currently scheduled for a theatrical release in Japan on February 11, 2027. International streaming availability has not been confirmed as of November 11, 2026. However, the film has already reached global audiences through its premiere at the Busan International Film Festival between October 12 and 14, 2026, and its subsequent North American debut in Los Angeles.
Fans can explore the world of the film through several media mix projects. A manga adaptation illustrated by Himiko has been running in the magazine Young Ace since August 4, 2026. Additionally, a novelization written by Mori Akimaro has been announced.
What Happens Next
The film's general theatrical release will proceed in Japan on February 11, 2027, with distribution handled by Bandai Namco Filmworks. No further international theatrical dates or home video release windows have been announced at this time.