# Kaiju No. 8 media franchise developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kaiju-no-8-media-franchise-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-24T13:01:12.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Reports indicate that Sony is developing a live-action adaptation of the manga and anime series ‘Kaiju No. 8’, created by Naoya Matsumoto. While official confirmation from the studio is pending, industry reports suggest the project may take the form of a film or series.

Separately, the anime adaptation is scheduled to conclude with a feature film titled ‘Kaiju No. 8: The Final Mission’ in 2027. Produced by Production I.G. and TOHO Animation, the film will serve as the series’ conclusion arc. Director Shigeyuki Miya is set to return, with character and kaiju art expected from Studio Khara.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Kaiju No. 8 anime to conclude with feature film in 2027

The Kaiju No. 8 anime will end with a feature film titled ‘Kaiju No. 8: The Final Mission,’ scheduled for release in Japan in 2027.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaiju-no-8-anime-to-conclude-with-feature-film-in-2027

### 2026-10-18: Sony reportedly developing live-action ‘Kaiju No. 8’ adaptation

Sony is reportedly working on a live-action adaptation of the popular manga and anime series ‘Kaiju No. 8’.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sony-reportedly-developing-live-action-kaiju-no-8-adaptation

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