Atsushi Nishigori Returns With New Original Film Grotesqqque

Original anime films feel like a rare treat these days. With so many projects based on existing manga or light novels, it is exciting to see something completely fresh. Director Atsushi Nishigori, known for his incredible work on the Evangelion series, is finally stepping back into the director chair for an ambitious project titled Grotesqqque.

The film is structured as an original anthology. This approach gives the creative team plenty of freedom to experiment with different visual styles and storytelling themes. Fans have been waiting for a new project from Nishigori for quite some time, and this announcement confirms he is ready to push boundaries once again.

You can mark your calendars for the official Japanese theatrical release on November 6, 2026. While details on the specific segments of the anthology remain under wraps, the industry is already buzzing about what this team will produce. We will keep an eye out for more teasers as we get closer to the premiere date.