Bandai Namco Filmworks has unveiled a new promotional video and key visual for Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe, marking the film’s recent theatrical release in Japan .
The newly released promotional video features the film’s ending theme, “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses, and is now available on the official Gundam YouTube channel, GUNDAM CHANNEL INTL. The footage highlights protagonist Hathaway Noa’s inner turmoil as he struggles to reconcile lingering feelings for Gigi Andalucia, whose growing influence and mysterious abilities increasingly shape the course of the conflict .
According to the announcement, the song was selected to underscore the emotional weight of Hathaway’s journey while amplifying the epic scale of the story. The promotional video also includes new footage spotlighting the mobile suit TX-ff104 ALYZEUS, offering a closer look at one of the film’s notable mechanical additions .
Alongside the video, Bandai Namco Filmworks released a second key visual depicting a climactic standoff set at Ayers Rock in Australia. The image captures a tense moment just before Hathaway’s XI Gundam clashes with Lane Aim’s TX-ff104 ALYZEUS, emphasizing the immediacy and intensity of the film’s central battle .
TX-ff104 ALYZEUS is described as a mobile suit developed as a temporary high-speed flight trainer for Lane Aim during the development of the Penelope. Built on a modified RX-94 mass-production Nu Gundam frame, the unit incorporates repurposed components from earlier prototype testing and utilizes a Shelf Nozzle propulsion system capable of achieving high-speed flight comparable to the Penelope despite relying on older engine technology .
Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe is set in the Universal Century timeline 12 years after Char’s Rebellion and continues the story of Hathaway Noa, the secret leader of the anti-government organization MAFTY. As Hathaway prepares an attack on the Adelaide Conference, his actions intersect with those of Federation officer Kenneth Sleg and the enigmatic Gigi, whose role grows increasingly significant as events unfold .
The film is directed by Shukou Murase, with a screenplay by Yasuyuki Muto and music composed by Hiroyuki Sawano. Animation production is handled by Bandai Namco Filmworks, with theatrical distribution by Bandai Namco Filmworks and Shochiku Co., Ltd. The film opened in Japanese theaters on Jan. 30, with U.S. release details yet to be announced.
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Guns N’ Roses’ iconic rock anthem “Sweet Child O’ Mine” has been selected as the ending theme for Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe, the latest entry in the Gundam Hathaway film series, Bandai Namco Filmworks announced Thursday .
A special promotional trailer featuring the song is scheduled for release Monday, Feb. 2. According to the announcement, the song’s themes of tenderness and longing were chosen to reflect the emotional state of protagonist Hathaway Noa, particularly following his encounter with the mysterious young woman Gigi Andalucia .
Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe opened in Japanese theaters Friday, Jan. 30, with a global theatrical release planned for a later date. The film follows the 2021 release of Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway, which drew widespread attention for its grounded combat sequences, subdued dialogue and psychologically driven storytelling within the long-running Gundam franchise .
Originally released in 1987, “Sweet Child O’ Mine” became Guns N’ Roses’ signature hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1988. The song is widely recognized for Slash’s opening guitar riff and has endured as a cross-generational anthem. Its official music video surpassed 1 billion views on YouTube in 2019 — the first song from the 1980s to do so — and has since exceeded 1.8 billion views worldwide .
Set in the Universal Century timeline 12 years after Char’s Rebellion, the Gundam Hathaway storyline centers on Hathaway Noa, the son of Federation officer Bright Noa, who secretly leads the anti-government organization MAFTY. As Hathaway prepares an attack on the Adelaide Conference, Federation officer Kenneth Sleg mobilizes countermeasures, while Gigi’s cryptic presence complicates the motives and actions of all involved .
The film is directed by Shukou Murase, with a screenplay by Yasuyuki Muto and music composed by Hiroyuki Sawano. Animation production is handled by Bandai Namco Filmworks, with theatrical distribution by Bandai Namco Filmworks and Shochiku Co., Ltd. A U.S. release date has not yet been announced .
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Gundam fans, prepare for liftoff. Bandai Namco Filmworks has revealed a brand-new commemorative visual, “Barbatos Rises at NYC,” as the centerpiece of an unprecedented Gundam celebration at New York Comic Con 2025 and across New York City. Illustrated by Naohiro Washio, the artwork depicts the mighty Gundam Barbatos standing tall against the Manhattan skyline—an image that will symbolize this fall’s Gundam festivities.
Illustration by Naohiro Washio
From October 4–19, 2025, Gundam will transform New York into a fan paradise, combining exclusive convention events with city-wide activations, screenings, pop-ups, and giveaways.
NYCC Highlights: Meet Gundam Legends
One of the most anticipated events is the exclusive director autograph session with Tatsuyuki Nagai (Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans).
Date/Time: Thursday, October 9 @ 2:00 PM
Location: TAMASHII NATIONS Booth #2417
Tickets: Free (first 70 attendees, distributed starting at 10:00 AM)
Bonus: Signed commemorative poster featuring the Barbatos Rises at NYC visual
Attendees will also receive a generous giveaway bundle, including a Gundam Card Game promo card, headbands, balloons, an intro booklet, an Iron-Blooded Orphans mini-poster, and even a GUNPLA Trial Kit RX-78-2 Gundam.
Later that evening, fans can keep the momentum going with the Gundam Fan Meet Up (7:30 PM, Room 1E05), a casual gathering for cosplay, photos, and community bonding.
Gundam Film Festival at Japan Society
On October 11–12, Japan Society will host a two-day Gundam Film Festival, featuring English-dubbed screenings, cast appearances, and exclusive giveaways.
Highlights include:
Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning- (Oct. 11)
Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz Special (4K remaster, Oct. 12) with a talk show featuring Mark Hildreth (voice of Heero Yuy)
Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway (Oct. 12) with Megan Shipman (Gigi Andalucia) & Aaron B. Phillips (Kenneth Sleg) joining a live discussion
Gundam-Wrapped Buses: From Sept. 28–Oct. 12, specially wrapped Gundam buses will roam Manhattan, with select routes offering free rides.
The Gundam Base Pop-Up World Tour: From Oct. 4–19 at American Dream Mall (NJ), fans can enjoy exclusive merch, hands-on Gunpla building, Gundam card game workshops, and model-painting activities.
TAMASHII NATIONS Store New York (Times Square): Special Iron-Blooded Orphans displays, giveaways, and collectibles will be featured during the event.
What’s Next for Gundam
The NYC celebration also teases Gundam’s upcoming Japanese theatrical releases, including:
Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe (Winter 2025)
Mobile Suit Gundam Iron-Blooded Orphans Urdr-Hunt -Path of the Little Challenger- (Special Edition, Oct. 31, 2025)
With a striking new visual, exclusive fan signings, city-wide screenings, and immersive pop-ups, NYCC 2025 is set to be a Gundam experience like no other. From Barbatos towering over Manhattan to buses wrapped in Gundam glory, fans across New York will feel the series’ legendary impact like never before.
For updates and full schedules, fans can follow Gundam Info and Gundam Info NA on social media.
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Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. has unveiled a new PV for the upcoming arc of the beloved anime “I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability”
The new visuals, created by animation production studio TSUMUGI AKITA ANIMATION LAB, depict a lively, magical aerial battle between the main character, Lloyd, and the Assassin’s Guild leader, Jade.
Bandai Namco Filmworks has also dropped a thrilling trailer teasing the upcoming Assassin’s Guild storyline, which will kick off in the seventh episode. The new trailer features sorcery otaku Lloyd versus six people with superpowers and Lloyd versus the Assassin’s Guild in the ultimate battle, hinting at the excitement in the upcoming arc.
The trailer introduces a cadre of fresh faces from the Assassin’s Guild, voiced by a stellar cast. Ren, voiced by the talented Rie Takahashi, alongside Nobunaga Shimazaki as Jade, Tomokazu Sugita as Galilea, Satomi Akesaka as Talia, Shunichi Toki as Babylon, and Takuma Nagatsuka as Crow, making this series a promising action-packed adventure! Don’t miss out—new episodes drop every Monday on Crunchyroll.
Nobunaga Shimazaki, lending his voice to Jade, remarks, “Being part of this vibrant project surrounded by such a supportive team and cast has been truly exhilarating. Jade brings a radiant energy to the screen, and together with Lloyd, we’re set to deliver an uplifting tale. Enjoy the ride!”
Tomokazu Sugita, the voice behind Galilea, adds, “I can’t help but express my gratitude to the 7th Prince and the entire team for fostering such a strong bond. Thank you all. And yes, Galilea does have a charming side.”
Satomi Akesaka, who voices Talia, shares, “Seeing the intricate detail and beauty of the battle sequences and character expressions in the manga left me spellbound. Channeling that passion into Talia’s character has been a delight. While the series has been fun from the start, the Assassin’s Guild arc takes it to new heights. I hope fans revel in our performances and the clashes between Lloyd and the guild.”
Takuma Nagatsuka, the voice of Crow, remarks, “Portraying Crow from the enigmatic Assassin’s Guild has been a thrilling journey as a voice actor. He’s shrouded in mystery, with few words and an eerie mask. As the story unfolds, viewers will catch glimpses of his true nature, and I hope they enjoy the ride.”
Shunichi Toki, voicing Babylon, adds, “As a fervent fan of the original material, I’m honored to bring Babylon to life and inject some excitement into the series. Buckle up for Babylon’s trials and tribulations in the anime!”
About I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability The 7th prince is a Sorcery Otaku
“Lineage,” “aptitude,” and “dedication”… These are essential for sorcery.”
An ordinary sorcerer who deeply loved sorcery and yet wasn’t blessed with the lineage or aptitude met a violent end. On the verge of his death, he strongly wished that he could’ve studied sorcery more to perfect it. He then finds himself reincarnated as Lloyd, the 7th prince of the Kingdom of Saloum, who possesses a strong bloodline of sorcery.
Reincarnated with his past memories, aptitude, and perfect bloodline, he starts enjoying a matchless life of “perfecting his sorcery as much as he pleases” using his excessive mana!
The manga is based on a light novel and is currently serialized on Kodansha’s manga app Magazine Pocket. It has ranked number one in sales within the app and over 5 million copies have been printed. This exciting isekai, or reincarnation fantasy, is now being prepared for an anime adaptation!
The story takes place in an isekai where monsters and demons dwell. The main character, Lloyd, possesses mana so immense that those who are well-versed in sorcery fear him. In this tale, we see him continue to grow as he studies sorcery as much as he pleases and tries to perfect it. He’s also a little happy-go-lucky, though he exhibits overwhelming power. This 7th prince’s carefree reincarnation story filled with exhilarating and impressive sorcery battles now begins!
Watch I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince so I Can Take My Time Perfecting My Magical Ability with new episodes premiering every Monday on Crunchyroll.
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