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GKIDS Licenses Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust Anime, Live-Action 5 Centimeters Per Second Film

Vampire Hunter D is back in the spotlight with new releases and adaptations.

By · Published August 24, 2026 at 20:42 UTC · Updated August 24, 2026 at 20:42 UTC

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The story so far

GKIDS has licensed the Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust anime film for North American theatrical and home video releases. This follows the announcement of several new Vampire Hunter D comics from Dark Horse Comics. The franchise is experiencing a resurgence with multiple new projects.

The Vampire Hunter D franchise is expanding with several new comic releases. Dark Horse Comics will publish Vampire Hunter D: Rose Princess manga, Vampire Hunter D: Fortress of Blood comic, and The Case of Charles Dexter Ward manga. These new additions to the franchise are part of a broader effort to bring Vampire Hunter D back into the public eye.

The Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust anime film is set for new North American releases. GKIDS has secured the licensing rights, indicating a renewed interest in the franchise. Additionally, GKIDS has licensed the live-action film adaptation of 5 Centimeters Per Second, further expanding their anime catalog.

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The obvious questions

What new Vampire Hunter D projects are being released?

Dark Horse Comics is releasing Vampire Hunter D: Rose Princess manga, Vampire Hunter D: Fortress of Blood comic, and The Case of Charles Dexter Ward manga. GKIDS has licensed the Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust anime film for North American theatrical and home video releases.

What other anime films has GKIDS licensed?

GKIDS has also licensed the live-action film adaptation of 5 Centimeters Per Second.

When will the new Vampire Hunter D comics be available?

The new Vampire Hunter D comics are scheduled for release in December 2026.

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