Out This Month: Raya And The Last Dragon, Infinity Train, Paranoia Agent and More
And we're back! After a brief hiatus for personal reason (sorry about that), we're back to catch up by listing the remaining releases in May. And there are some biggies, including Disney's latest Raya And The Dragon, Animated/live-action update Tom and Jerry, and for a slice of your childhood the complete collection of original Nicktoon Rugrats. Plus your usual assortment of anime, this time including Satoshi Kon's one and only TV series Paranoia Agent, shonen action with Dragon Ball Z, Boruto and InuYasha and romantic fantasy with Fruits Basket.
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UK Releases For May 17, 2021
Raya And The Last Dragon (Disney, PG) FROM THE DISTRIBUTOR:" Walt Disney Animation
Studios' Raya And The Last Dragon travels to the fantasy world of Kumandra,
where humans and dragons lived together in harmony long ago. But when evil threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now,
500 years later, that same evil has returned — and it's up to a lone warrior,
Raya, to track down the legendary last drgaon to restore the fractured land
and unite its divided people."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, DVD, 4K, Digital
Revue Starlight (MVM, PG) "In theatre, the
competition for the lead roles can be cut throat …and at this school they're
using real weapons!! As the 99th graduating class of the Seisho Music
Academy prepares for their annual review, “Starlight”, aspiring actress Karen
Aijo is happy just to have the chance to be in the cast. But when Karenʼs
childhood friend Hikari mysteriously arrives after years abroad, Karen quickly
learns that there is more going on at Seisho than the normal drama classes.
Following Hikari late one night, Karen discovers an elevator that takes her
deep below the Earth, where the secret auditions for the leads in Starlight is
underway… a competition that is fought with real weapons as well as song and
dance! Goaded by the giraffe in charge of the trials, Karen throws caution to
the wind and takes the stage herself… but will she be ready to survive the
ultimate contest of drama and skills."
💿 FORMATS; Blu-Ray
US Releases For May 18, 2021
Inuyasha Set 3 (Viz Media) FROM THE DISTRIBUTOR: "Half-demon Inuyasha, modern-day
schoolgirl Kagome and their companions face their deepest fears and worst
nightmares as their quest to find the Shikon Jewel shards continues. The
deadly Band of Seven, a group of mercenaries executed for their crimes, have
returned from the dead to wreak havoc, and Inuyasha is determined to stop
them. But the battle leads them all to the sacred and mysterious Mount
Hakurei, where a barrier not only renders demons, including Inuyasha,
powerless, but also hides a terrible secret about their worst enemy -
Naraku!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Karakuri Circus Complete Collection
(Sentai Filmworks, TV-MA) " When Narumi Kato, a
martial artist afflicted with the bizarre condition known as Zonapha syndrome,
attempts to rescue a young boy from incredibly powerful attackers, he is
stunned to discover that his opponents aren't even human! Pulled into a
conflict pitting users of puppets and the self-aware Automatons against each
other, Narumi finds himself rescued by an unusual young woman named Shirogane,
who has her own puppet, Arlequin, and together they must form an alliance to
protect the boy, Masaru, who has recently inherited an incredible fortune. But
who is trying to kill Masaru and what is the origin of these incredible
animated creations? How is it tied in with Narumi's own affliction? The truth
surrounding a 200 year old shadow war unfolds as Narumi, Shirogane, and Masaru
battle to survive!
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
The Loud House Season 3 Part 1 (Nickelodeon) Life’s a trip when the Louds depart on a family vacation! But while road tripping to their destination, everything that can go wrong — does. Plus, a family fridge war breaks out, Lori and Lincoln go to the big city to visit Ronnie Anne, and Mom and Dad build a secret bathroom! Join in on all the laughs with The Loud House!"
💿 FORMATS: DVD
Nekopara (Funimation, TV-14)" Six cute catgirls (or "Nekos")
work together at a confection shop run by Kashou Minaduki. From baking to
running errands, they love to help their human owners out. But a chance
encounter with a tiny kitten is about to change everything…)"
💿 FORMATS; Blu-Ray
The Prince's Voyage (Shout Factory) "An old prince runs aground on an
unknown shore. Wounded and lost, he is found by young Tom and taken in by his
parents, two researchers forced into exile ... The prince, guided by Tom,
discovers with enthusiasm and fascination a society that is however frozen and
sclerotic."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Raya And The Last Dragon ( Disney, PG) " Walt Disney Animation
Studios' "Raya and the Last Dragon" travels to the fantasy world of Kumandra,
where humans and dragons lived together in harmony long ago. But when an evil
force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity.
Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it's up to a lone
warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the
fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she'll
learn that it'll take more than a dragon to save the world—it's going to take
trust and teamwork as well. "Raya and the Last Dragon" features the voices of
Kelly Marie Tran as Raya, a warrior whose wit is as sharp as her blade, and
Awkwafina as the magical, mythical, self-deprecating dragon named Sisu.
Characters also include a street-savvy 10-year-old entrepreneur named Boun,
the formidable giant Tong and a thieving toddler Noi with her band of Ongis."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, DVD, 4K, Digital
Rugrats: The Complete Series ( Nickelodeon) " This must be your
ducky day! The whole world is a big adventure waitin’ to be ‘splored with
all 9 seasons of Rugrats, the classic Nickelodeon TV show, in a 26-disc
complete series collection! Tommy, Chuckie, Angelica, Phil & Lil and
Susie find themselves in a slew of adventures — both real and imaginary.
Baldly go where no baby’s every gone before as the Rugrats turn the ordinary
into the extraordinary every day!"
💿 FORMATS: DVD
Sakura Wars: The Animation (Funimation, TV-14) " Ten years after the
demon war, the new Imperial Combat Revue’s Flower Division is assigned a new
captain, Seijuro Kamiyama. Now, Sakura and the rest of the troupe must
adjust to the change, face a demon invasion, and prepare for an upcoming
tournament. They’ll have to juggle all this while keeping up with their
training and continuing to put on shows at their home, the Imperial
Theater."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
Star Trek: Lower Decks (Paramount ) " Series creator Mike McMahan,
writer and executive producer of “Rick and Morty”, takes you where no Star
Trek series has gone before – to the lower decks! Join rule-breaker Beckett
Mariner, aspiring captain Brad Boimler, rookie D’Vana Tendi and part-Cyborg
Sam Rutherford as they attempt to navigate the most mysterious corners of
our universe with very little experience – and even less authority. Star
Trek: Lower Decks Season 1 features nearly 2 hours of exclusive special
features and includes guest appearances by Paul Scheer (“The League”),
Jonathan Frakes (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”), Marina Sirtis (“Star
Trek: The Next Generation”) and more!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-ray, DVD. Blu-Ray Steelbook
UK Releases For May 24, 2021
Dragon Ball Z Season 7 (Funimation, 12) "The Tournament Has Begun! The Great Saiyaman Saga. Attending Orange Star high school, Gohan seems like a normal student, meeting girls, and playing baseball, except for one important difference: his the Great Saiyaman. Not wanting to bring attention to his friends and family, he disguises himself in a super suit, with a touch of a button on his watch he turns into the super hero everyone knows. Videl reluctint to find this hero to find out who it is, she unmasks him, to find out it's gohan. She threatens the young hero if he doesn't enter the world martial arts tournament, she'll reveal the identity of the great Saiyaman. Gohan enters the tournament to find out that he'll be up against some of the Z fighters, including: Goku who got a leave to return to earth for the tournament, krillin, along with his wife Android 18, Vegeta, Piccolo, Goten, and the last World Champion Hercule."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray Steelbook
Paranoia Agent (MVM, 18) "From Satoshi Kon, director of Paprika,
Perfect Blue, and Millennium Actress. Truth is stranger than fiction. The
line between belief and reality is challenged in this dark and mysterious
psychological thriller where citizens across Musashino City are being
assaulted and terrorized. Now, two detectives must figure out the truth
about Lil’ Slugger."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Ace Attorney The Complete First Season [Essentails] (Funimation, TV-14)
" New defense lawyer Phoenix Wright is learning what it means to be a true
defender of justice. But when his mentor is murdered, he’s put to the real
test. Up against genius prosecutor Miles Edgeworth, Phoenix must trust in the
evidence to reveal the truth!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+Digital
Ahiru no Sora (Sentai Filmworks, TV-14) "Sora Kurumatani is
short and as scrawny as a stick figure, but he loves basketball with a burning
passion. Unfortunately, on his first day at Kuzuryu High, he learns that the
school's supposed basketball team is nothing of the sort. Instead of a
haven for aspiring athletes, the gym has become the home turf for a gang of
thugs, delinquents and perverts whose only skill at dribbling involves
drooling on the floor while peeking into the girls' locker room. But since
Kurumatani has to play to fulfill a promise made to his ailing mother, he'll
have to take these sour lemons and squeeze-play out a winning basketball team
somehow. Impossible? Perhaps. But with the help of a counselor and members of
the girls' club, he'll do his best to get them all on the rebound!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Arion Collector's Edition (Sentai Filmworks) "In Thrace, Arion
is taken from his mother Demeter by the god Hades. In the Underworld, Arion is
trained to be a warrior. His training is driven by revenge: Arion was told
that his mother`s blindness was caused by Zeus and Zeus` death will remove the
curse. Finally, Arion and Geedo (a huge ape-like creature who had become
Arion`s friend and companion) left the Underworld to find Zeus. Seneca, a
small thief, makes off with Arion`s sword and this leads Arion to his first
encounter with the forces of Zeus, commanded by his daughter Athena. Arion is
captured but is later set free by Lesfeena, Athena`s mute serving girl. As
Arion rejoins Geedo and Seneca (and worries about Lesfeena), the forces of
Zeus and Poseidon face each other in battle. In the background sits the
scheming Hades, and the calm Apollon who seems to have plans of his own."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
BAKI Season One (Sentai Filmworks) " In the deadly underground
world of no-holds-barred fighting, one name reigns supreme: Yujiro Hanma, aka
"The Ogre," a legendary martial artist whose incredible strength, skill, and
savage ferocity are so terrifying that even great nations fear him. Still, no
man can stand at any pinnacle forever, and the Ogre's son, Baki, has trained
his entire young life in order to achieve his dream of rising to the top.
Unfortunately, the young fighter's escalating string of victories make him a
target for the most ruthless of rivals, and an underground martial arts
promoter warns him that five ultra-violent convicts are en route to Tokyo to
eliminate Baki once and for all! Now, with the lives of his friends and
classmates at stake, the young fighter must face his greatest challenges yet,
both inside and outside of the ring!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Boruto: Nauto Next Genrations Set 9 (Viz, TV-14) "Kakashi and
Might Guy take a trip to the hot springs! Accompanied by Asuma's daughter
Mirai, the party's cut short when they find the spring covered by a giant
boulder. Then it's time to duke it out in the hottest card game around,
Extreme Ninja Cards! Featuring famous shinobi from history, Boruto realizes
there are some glaring omissions in the game - ones worth fighting over! Then
Konohamaru rescues a mysterious woman who comes from a village with a dark
secret. All this in Boruto's 9th volume of adventures!"
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, DVD
Kashimashi: Girl Meets Girl (Disctotek Media) " On a warm, cloudy
afternoon, Tomari bursts in on two girls from her class, Hazumu and Yasuna,
sharing a tender first kiss. Her heart breaks... from jealousy. Hazumu was
born a boy, but he certainly doesn't act like it. He's sensitive, delicate,
and loves gardening. Lucky for him, he grew up with the tomboy Tomari, who was
always there to protect him. Despite her own feelings, she pushes Hazumu to
confess his love to the elegant Yasuna. After Yasuna rejects him, he retreats
to the mountains in despair. This begins a strange series of events that
changes him into a her, and earns her the love of both Yasuna and Tomari."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Magical Girl Ore (Discotek Media) " In this over-the-top parody
of the entire "Magical Girl" genre, Saki must protect her crush, Mohiro, from
being kidnapped by demons with the help of her best friend Sakuyo."
💿 FORMATS; Blu-Ray
Medabots Complete Season 3 (Discotek Media) " Ikki
Tenryou and Metabee are the best Robattling duo in town, but how do they stack
up against the perfect fighting machines? No referees are butting in this
time! Rogue Medafighters like Ginkai don't play by the rules when they have
Kilobots - all the power with none of that pesky personality in the way!
Metabee's gonna need more than the Medaforce to take on this challenge; new
friends, new rivals, even new parts. It's a new Medabot adventure!"
💿 FORMATS; SD Blu-Ray
New Game! Complete Series [Essentails] (Funimation, TV-14) "Aoba
Suzukaze just landed her dream job at a video game company, but the office
culture is challenging for this total noob. From her first day, to eventually
following her manager’s footsteps and training recruits, she’s got a lot of
skills to level up."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+SD
Plunderer Part One (Funimation, TV-14) " In the world of
Alcia, everyone is marked with a count. High counts mean elevated status, but
those with a count of zero suffer a fate worse than death. As Hina journeys to
uncover the mystery behind the rule of numbers, she meets Licht Bach, a
foolish philanderer with a count of -999."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray+DVD+Digital
Infinity Train Book Two (Warner Bros, TV-PG) "New passengers.
New mysteries. New Infinity Train! What’s in the next train car? Will Tulip
find a way off this mysterious train and return home?"
💿 FORMATS: DVD
Tom & Jerry; The Movie (Warner Bros, PG) "One of the most beloved
rivalries in history is re‐ignited when Jerry moves into New York City’s
finest hotel on the eve of “the wedding of the century,” forcing the event’s
desperate planner to hire Tom to get rid of him. The ensuing cat and mouse
battle threatens to destroy her career, the wedding and possibly the hotel
itself. But soon, an even bigger problem arises: a diabolically ambitious
staffer conspiring against all three of them. An eye‐popping blend of
classic animation and live action, Tom and Jerry’s new big‐screen adventure
stakes new ground for the iconic characters and forces them to do the
unthinkable...work together to save the day."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, DVD
Snoopy: 4 Movie Collection (Paramount, G) "The SNOOPY 4-MOVIE COLLECTION includes the debut classic A Boy Named Charlie Brown, the on-screen debut of Woodstock in Snoopy Come Home, the outdoor adventure Race For Your Life, Charlie Brown, and the globe-trotting antics of Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (and Don’t Come Back!)."
💿 FORMATS: Blu-ray
UK Releases For May 31, 2021
Fruits Basket Season Two Part Two (Funimation, 15) "After a
family tragedy turns her life upside down, 16-year-old high schooler Tooru
Honda takes matters into her own hands and moves out... into a tent!
Unfortunately for her, she pitches her new home on private land belonging to
the mysterious Souma clan, and it isn't long before the owners discover her
secret. But, as Tooru quickly finds out when the family offers to take her
in, the Soumas have a secret of their own when hugged by the opposite sex,
they turn into the animals of the Chinese Zodiac! "
💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray LE
Kandagawa Jet Girls: Complete Collection (MVM, 18) "it's wild
and it's wet! Rin Namiki's greatest ambition is to follow in her late
mother's footsteps and compete in Kandagawa Jet Racing, where teams of girls
on jet skis race while firing high-powered water guns to slow their
competitors' jets (and blow off their clothing!). But since there's no jet
racing in Rin's remote fishing village, that means moving, all by herself,
to a girls' school in faraway Tokyo! Meanwhile, Misa Aoi dreamed of becoming
a great player, but those ambitions floundered until Rin transferred to her
school, displaying astonishing skill for a newcomer. Is it fate? Now they
"only" have to resurrect their school's Jet Riding Club, endure brutal
training, and face some seriously skilled rivals... but even the toughest
tasks are easier when you're doing something you love with someone who's
quickly becoming far more than just a friend." 💿 FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Scooby-Doo! And Guess Who? Complete Season One (Warner Bros, PG) " The
Mystery Inc. gang welcomes new members in the all-new series, Scooby-Doo and
Guess Who?. From Warner Bros. Animation, Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? follows
the grand tradition of Scooby-Doo team ups and takes the idea to hilarious
new heights. Faced with some of their toughest mysteries yet, Fred, Daphne,
Velma, Shaggy and Scooby-Doo will join forces with some of the biggest names
in celebrity and pop culture including NBA superstar Chris Paul, recording
artist Sia, Ricky Gervais, Kenan Thompson, Bill Nye, Neil Degrasse Tyson,
Mark Hamill, Steve Urkel (voiced by Jaleel White reprising his iconic role)
Batman, Sherlock Holmes, The Flash, Wonder Woman and many more! Jump into
the Mystery Mobile for all-new comedic mystery-solving adventures where the
biggest mystery will be who's teaming up with those "meddling kids" this
week
💿 FORMATS: DVD
