We are Aliens film set for September 2026 release in Japan

The animated feature film ‘We are Aliens’ (Japanese title: ‘Wareware wa Uchuujin’) is scheduled for a nationwide theatrical release in Japan on September 25, 2026. Directed, written, and planned by Kohei Kadowaki, the film was officially selected for the Director's Fortnight section at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.

Set in a rural town during the Heisei era, the story follows the evolving relationship and 30-year friendship between two boys, Tsubasa and Akitaro. The film has received high praise from manga artist Tatsuki Fujimoto, known for ‘Chainsaw Man’, who expressed strong enthusiasm for the work.

Director Kohei Kadowaki is a native of Kawagoe, a fact noted by local community reports. The film is distributed by TOHO NEXT and NOTHING NEW.