Studio Ghibli’s animation film ‘Aya and the Witch’ receives new theatrical release date

Written by: Allysa Malicdem | Published on: June 17, 2021 at 3:51 PM PHT (GMT+8)

The official website of Goro Miyazaki's anime film adaptation of Diane Wynne Jones’ ‘Earwig and the Witch’ and Studio Ghibli’s first full CG work ‘Aya and the Witch’ (Aya to Majo) has announced on Thursday a new theatrical release date. The film was originally set to launch on April 29 in Japanese theaters, but due to setbacks brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the production staff delayed its opening. ‘Aya and the Witch’ is rescheduled for August 27 premiere.