This June, nostalgia and new adventures collide as “Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning” makes its long-awaited North American debut. Mark your calendars for June 11, 2024, because Shout! Studios, in partnership with Toei Animation, is set to release this exhilarating new chapter of the beloved Digimon anime franchise on home entertainment shelves and digital platforms across the U.S. and Canada.
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Digimon series, this release is not just a treat for loyal fans but a welcome addition for new enthusiasts of the digital world. The Blu-ray™+DVD combo pack is packed with the original Japanese and English dub movie presentations, allowing viewers to enjoy the film in their preferred language. But that’s not all—the edition also features special bonus content and a limited edition Digimon Card Game – Digimon Liberator Promotion Pack, offering a sneak peek into the upcoming Digimon Liberator webcomic with a randomized wrapped card from the new deck.
Pre-orders are now open at ShoutFactory.com, where fans can secure their copy and receive an exclusive movie poster as a special gift, while supplies last.
Directed by Tomohisa Taguchi and written by Akatsuki Yamatoya— the dynamic duo behind “Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna”—this movie presents the DigiDestined children from the 2000 sequel series as 20-year-old young adults. It offers a contemporary continuation that resonates with both the children and adults who have grown alongside the Digimon characters.
“Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning” picks up in 2012, a decade after the events in the Digital World. Daisuke Motomiya, now twenty, and the other DigiDestined are slowly evolving in their appearance and lifestyles. Their lives take a thrilling turn when a giant Digitama appears over Tokyo Tower, introducing them to Lui Ohwada, who claims to be the world’s first-ever DigiDestined.
This release promises an immersive viewing experience with an English dub produced specifically for the U.S. audience, featuring the return of Brian Donovan as Daisuke Motomiya, and a stellar cast of voice actors, including Jeannie Tirado, Bryce Papenbrook, Tara Sands, Johnny Yong Bosch, and Derek Stephen Prince.
With a special introduction from Director Tomohisa Taguchi included, “Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning” is more than a movie—it’s an event that invites fans to dive deep into the digital world once more.
Whether you’ve been a fan since day one or are just discovering the wonders of Digimon, this release is an essential addition to your collection, celebrating the legacy and future of a franchise that continues to inspire and entertain.