Recent industry leaks suggest that a highly anticipated Honkai Star Rail anime movie is currently in the early preparation stages. Although the game has already showcased breathtaking animated videos, a feature-length film would be a historic achievement for the popular turn-based RPG game.
Honkai Star Rail Anime Movie Will be Produced by MAPPA
According to top industry leakers, the movie is said to be produced by Studio MAPPA. This is the legendary animation giant that has brought the world record-breaking hits such as Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, and Attack on Titan.
To add to the excitement, top director Yuzuru Tachikawa, who is known for his amazing work on Mob Psycho 100, is said to be helming the project. The blend of HoYoverse’s rich sci-fi IP and MAPPA’s epic fight choreography could bring about a truly unforgettable experience.
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When Can Fans Expect an Official Announcement?
As of now, the Honkai Star Rail anime leak remains officially unconfirmed by HoYoverse. The project is allegedly still in pre-production, meaning full-scale animation has not yet begun. Release date has not been confirmed yet. However, insiders hint that fans might get a sneak peek very soon. Many are keeping their fingers crossed for a teaser trailer or an official title card drop during the upcoming Honkai Star Rail 3rd Anniversary livestream in April 2026.
What Will the Story Be About?
Although the storyline has not been revealed yet, it is expected to be a standalone film with a story within the vast universe of the game. The fans are also speculating that the story might revolve around the origin of the Trailblazer or might be a prequel with the Stellaron Hunters. Whatever the story might be, it is sure to have world-class world-building and animation.
