Source: Funimation Films press release Official Site: tv-tokyo.co.jp/anime/fruits_basket (Japan), funimationfilms.com/movie/fruitsbasket (US) Special Thanks to Scott Barretto Funimation Films presents a special two-night premiere screening event for the highly anticipated, all-new series FRUITS BASKET (?????????, Fur?tsu Basuketto, 2019) in select U.S. cities on March 26 (English dub) & March 27 (English subtitles). Guests will enjoy the first two full episodes of FRUITS BASKET before the series’ scheduled television debut in Japan in April. Each ticketholder will receive an exclusive gift pack that includes a commemorative FRUITS BASKET 16 oz stadium cup, branded lanyard and set of three pinback badgers featuring the characters Yuki, Kyo and Tohru. Run-time, including special interview footage with Japanese and English voice actors, is 85 minutes. Advance tickets are available now at funimationfilms.com/movie/fruitsbasket.

Synopsis

Tohru Honda thought her life was headed for misfortune when a family tragedy left her living in a tent. When her small home is discovered by the mysterious Soma clan, she suddenly finds herself living with Yuki, Kyo, and Shigure Soma. But she quickly learns their family has a bizarre secret of their own: when hugged by the opposite sex, they turn into the animals of the Zodiac! WHEN: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 (English dub) Wednesday, March 27, 2019 (Japanese with English subtitles) Advance ticket sales start today. WHERE: 49 theater locations in select U.S. cities. Theater locator available at funimationfilms.com/movie/fruitsbasket

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Funimation, a subsidiary of Sony Pictures Television, is the global leader in the world of anime. A fully integrated, next-generation entertainment studio, the company`s fan-first philosophy is anchored in its omnichannel approach to its immersive offerings. From streaming and home entertainment to theatrical distribution and broadcast, Funimation`s commitment to character-driven storytelling, combined with tech innovation and key distribution partnerships, provides audiences with multiple and meaningful touchpoints to connect with this immersive world. Funimation Films, the theatrical division of Funimation, acquires and distributes both anime and live action movies from prominent international filmmakers that appeal to the interests and passion of all types of fans throughout North America. For more information about Funimation, visit funimation.com.