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GKIDS Acquires North American Rights to 'ChaO' Anime

6/4/2025

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GKIDS has secured the North American rights to the enchanting anime film "ChaO," set to premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival from June 8-14. This whimsical romantic comedy tells the tale of Stephan, an ordinary shipbuilding office worker, who finds his life turned upside down when Chao, a captivating mermaid princess, proposes to him. The film will make its debut in Japan on August 15.

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GKIDS has secured the North American rights to the enchanting anime film "ChaO," set to premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival from June 8-14. This whimsical romantic comedy tells the tale of Stephan, an ordinary shipbuilding office worker, who finds his life turned upside down when Chao, a captivating mermaid princess, proposes to him. The film will make its debut in Japan on August 15.