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Kingdom Hearts Animated Series Coming to Disney+
Keyblade wielders, unite! In a massive announcement dropped during the Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney officially greenlit an all-new animated series based on the iconic, globally beloved video game franchise, Kingdom Hearts.
Currently carrying the working title Kingdom Hearts, the original anime series is being developed in direct partnership with legendary video game creator Tetsuya Nomura and the creative team at SQUARE ENIX.
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A Brand-New Story in the Realm of Light
Rather than a strict beat-for-beat adaptation, the series will reimagine Sora’s iconic adventures through a brand-new storyline designed to expand the overarching lore while celebrating the Disney and Square Enix crossover characters fans have cherished for decades.
“Kingdom Hearts has captivated gamers everywhere with its unique blend of adventure and imagination,” said Ayo Davis, President of Disney Kids & Family. “There’s something really exciting about taking a world fans have spent years exploring through the games and bringing it to life in a completely new way. And with a creative team that is working closely with the legendary Tetsuya Nomura, our new series will be unmistakably ‘Kingdom Hearts,’ while giving fans a whole new way to experience the world they love.”
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Key Takeaways from D23:
- The Series: An original Kingdom Hearts anime series greenlit for both Disney Channel and Disney+.
- Creative Collaboration: Square Enix and creator Tetsuya Nomura are directly involved in the development.
- Storyline: Features a brand-new story expanding the Kingdom Hearts universe.
- Game News Bonus: Kingdom Hearts 4 is officially set for a 2027 release and will feature Pixar’s Coco as one of its core featured worlds!
Whether you’ve been following Sora, Donald, and Goofy since the PS2 era or are ready to dive into the Gummi Ship for the very first time, this upcoming television event promises to be an absolute must-watch!
