The beloved anime film Your Name is getting a major upgrade for its 10th anniversary. GKIDS and Shout! Studios are bringing Makoto Shinkai‘s masterpiece to 4K Ultra HD for the first time in North America. The remastered edition arrives on August 25, 2026, giving both longtime fans and new viewers a chance to experience the stunning visuals like never before.
The 2016 film remains the highest-grossing original Japanese animated feature of all time, with a worldwide box office collection of over $400 million. This physical release marks the first time the movie will be available in 4K Ultra HD format in North America.
Release Details for the 10th Anniversary 4K Edition
Your Name 4K remaster will be available in two versions on August 25, 2026. Fans can choose between a 4K UHD Steelbook edition and a standard Blu-ray release. Both versions are already available for pre-order through various retailers.
The 4K UHD Steelbook edition features premium packaging and the remastered film in ultra-high definition. The standard Blu-ray offers another way for collectors to own the film on physical media. The running time remains 107 minutes for both versions.
Audio options include English and Japanese language tracks. Subtitle options include English, English SDH, French, and Spanish, making the release accessible to a wide audience across North America.
Special Features Included with the Remaster
The bonus materials are the same for both the 4K UHD Steelbook and the standard Blu-ray release. The complete list of special features includes:
- A special TV program about the film
- An interview with director Makoto Shinkai
- A behind-the-scenes featurette on Your Name
- A Makoto Shinkai filmography section
- Textless opening credits
- Teasers and trailers
These extras give viewers a closer look at how the film came together and provide insight into Shinkai’s creative process.
About the Record-Breaking Anime Film
Your Name tells the story of Mitsuha, a high school girl living in a rural town, and Taki, a teenage boy from Tokyo. One morning, they wake up to discover that they have switched bodies. The two strangers try to live each other’s lives, balancing moments of connection and distance. When they finally decide to meet, the true nature of their link threatens to change everything.
The film received many awards after its original release. It won Best Animated Feature at the Sitges International Film Festival in 2016. The Japan Academy Awards gave it four prizes in 2017 for Best Animation, Best Screenplay, Best Script, and Best Music Score. The Los Angeles Film Critics Association also awarded it Best Animation in 2016.
The movie quickly became a global phenomenon and helped establish Makoto Shinkai as a leading voice in modern anime. His other works include Weathering with You and Suzume.
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Where to Watch Your Name Right Now
Before the 4K physical release arrives in August, fans can still stream Your Name on several platforms. The movie is available on Crunchyroll for subscribers. Selected regions also offer the film on Netflix and Max (formerly HBO Max). Digital purchase and rental options are available on Prime Video as well.
The upcoming 4K remaster marks the first time the film will be available in Ultra HD format on physical media in North America. For collectors and fans who want the best possible picture quality, this release is a big upgrade from existing streaming and standard Blu-ray versions.
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