Anime streaming giant Crunchyroll is set to bring the highly anticipated film Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise to select theaters across the U.S. and Canada for a special one-day English-dubbed screening on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 7 PM local time. This theatrical event is part of Crunchyroll’s “Anime Nights” program, a recurring monthly initiative showcasing anime films.
The Undead Idols Return to the Big Screen
Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise marks the first feature-length installment in the popular Zombie Land Saga franchise, continuing the chaotic and heartwarming story of the undead idol group Franchouchou. The film follows the events of the anime’s second season, Zombie Land Saga Revenge, which aired in 2021. While the dialogue will be presented in English, all musical performances within the film will retain their original Japanese audio with English subtitles, maintaining the series’ unique blend of idol drama and zombie comedy.
The movie, which premiered in Japan on October 24, 2025, sees the beloved zombie idols dealing with an alien invasion, alongside the intriguing prospect of Tae Yamada regaining her intelligence.
A Blend of Comedy, Music, and Heart
The Zombie Land Saga series, animated by studio MAPPA, has garnered a strong following for its unconventional premise: a group of deceased girls resurrected by an eccentric producer, Kotaro Tatsumi, to form an idol group named Franchouchou, aiming to revitalize Japan’s Saga Prefecture. The franchise is known for its outrageous zombie antics, unexpectedly moving moments, and music that transcends the typical idol genre.
The film’s direction is handled by Takeru Sato and Takafumi Ishida, with chief direction by Kōnosuke Uda, and the screenplay by Shigeru Murakoshi, all reprising their roles from the acclaimed TV series. The original story is credited to the Public Information Department, Zombie Desk.
Reprising Their Roles: The English Voice Cast
Fans can look forward to the return of the talented English dub cast, who bring the members of Franchouchou and their relentless manager to life. Key voice actors include:
- Mamoru Miyano as Kotaro Tatsumi
- Kaede Hondo as Sakura Minamoto
- Asami Tano as Saki Nikaido
- Kotono Mitsuishi as Tae Yamada
- Maki Kawase as Junko Konno
- Minami Tanaka as Lily Hoshikawa
- Risa Taneda as Ai Mizuno
- Rika Kinugawa as Yugiri
- Daisuke Ono also joins the cast as Naomasa Amabuki.
Crunchyroll Anime Nights: A Growing Program
This special screening is part of Crunchyroll’s ongoing commitment to bringing anime to the big screen. The “Anime Nights” program regularly offers theatrical releases of popular and new anime content, with tickets typically going on sale in advance. Future Anime Nights offerings include Fruits Basket -prelude- in February and a Crunchyroll Spring Season Sneak Peek in March.
Tickets for the Zombie Land Saga: Yumeginga Paradise screening are currently on sale through Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment, with the film being distributed across more than 280 theaters. This event provides a unique opportunity for fans to experience the latest chapter of the Zombie Land Saga phenomenon on the big screen, celebrating the series’ impact on the idol anime genre.
