The kids and family creator content and IP company pocket.watch and Sunlight Entertainment, the Kaji family-owned production studio, are excited to announce the international expansion of the highly anticipated film Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure. The film will premiere on more than 125 screens theatrically nationwide across Canada and include leading exhibition chains Cineplex Entertainment and Landmark Cinemas, and in the UK and Ireland in more than 90 cinemas via Vue Entertainment.
The countries’ theatrical releases will coincide with a day-and-date release in the U.S. where the film will premiere on more than 2,100 screens starting August 16.
Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure marks the first-ever wide theatrical distribution of a digital-creator driven film, starring a digital-creator cast with a massive global following of 207 million subscribers across YouTube accounts. The international expansion will allow kids and families in Canada, the UK and Ireland the opportunity to experience this first-of-its-kind film, while solidifying the Ryan’s World brand as a powerhouse in family entertainment and the strong demand from fans beyond the U.S. market.
In Canada, the film will be released through Sherry Media Group, one of Canada’s leading independent distributors, and the exclusive theatrical distributor of Netflix Original films in Canada. In the UK, pocket.watch and the producers collaborated directly with Vue, one of the UK's largest cinema chains, highlighting the chain's commitment to bringing creator-driven entertainment across the pond.
Ryan's World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure takes audiences on an epic journey full of action and heart. When his twin sisters, Emma and Kate, get sucked into a mystical comic book, Ryan has no choice but to rise up as the great big brother he is and jump in after them. Adventures, battles, and hilarious debacles ensue, as Ryan and his friends navigate the Titan Universe and bring everyone back home safely before his parents catch on.
Directed by Albie Hecht and produced by Shion Kaji and Loann Kaji, with executive production by Chris M. Williams, this film promises to delight kids everywhere with its captivating storytelling and stunning anime style animation produced by Shin-Ei Animation, the Japanese animation studio behind the popular anime series Doraemon and Crayon Shinchan.
“The international expansion of Ryan's World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure is a testament to the global appeal and influence of the cast’s massive global fandom,” said Jeff Siegel, head of content distribution at pocket.watch. “We're thrilled to bring this first-of-its-kind film to such renowned circuits in Canada,the UK and Ireland as we continue to redefine what’s possible for creator-driven entertainment.”
“Offering families the chance to see their favorite digital stars in a whole new light is part of our ongoing commitment to bringing fresh and engaging content to the big screen landscape,” said Johnny Carr, group distribution and event cinema manager at Vue Entertainment. “We’re delighted to bring Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure to moviegoers across the UK and Ireland.”
Jim Sherry, CEO of Sherry Media Group, added, “We’re thrilld to be working with pocket.watch at the onset of this significant moment in entertainment by bringing ‘Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure to Canadian audiences. This film represents a unique chapter for digital creator-driven content, and we’re excited for families to enjoy this magical adventure on the big screen.”