by It has been announced that the Japanese dubbed version of the Chinese 3D CG animated film “Nata: The Rampage of the Demonic Child” will be released nationwide, starting December 26, 2025, at Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro and other theaters. Advance ticket purchasers will also be entered into a raffle to win special early screenings and special trading cards signed by the voice actors.
“Nata: The Rampage of the Demonic Child” is a 3D CG animated film depicting the growth and adventures of “Nata,” a mythical young warrior who appears in works such as “Journey to the West” and “Engiance of the Gods.” Utilizing some of China’s most advanced CG technology, the film delivers stunning visual beauty and spectacular action.
When it premiered in China during the 2025 Chinese New Year, it became a social phenomenon across the country and was subsequently released in overseas markets. Its cumulative global box office revenue has surpassed 14.5 billion yuan (approximately 300 billion yen) in just over four weeks, surpassing “Inside Out 2” to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. As of March 15, it has surpassed “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” to rank fifth in the global box office rankings, including live-action films. It has been in the top 10 in North America for three consecutive weeks and has earned a 99% audience satisfaction rating on the American film review site Rotten Tomatoes.
In the previous film, “Nata: The Demon Child’s Descent,” released in 2019, the heavenly treasure “Kongenju” split into two, resulting in Gohei receiving the “Spiritual Pearl,” destined to become a hero, and Nata receiving the “Demon Ball,” destined to become a demon king. One day, Nata and Gohei meet and become best friends, but they soon become embroiled in a battle and find themselves at odds with each other. After a fierce battle, the two lose their bodies, and only their souls remain. In “Nata: The Rampage of the Demon Child,” Nata’s master, Taiyi Zhenren, attempts to regenerate the bodies of Nata and Gohei.
The two face challenges to regain their bodies, but. Nata’s adventure unfolds as he defies fate, overcomes numerous obstacles, and grows as a person. In the Japanese dubbed version, Tamura Mutsumi plays Nata, the reincarnation of Mamaru, who was born with the destiny of becoming a demon king. In contrast, Masuda Toshiki plays Young Nata, who is the form of Nata after removing the demonic control tool “Qiankun Circle” and unleashing his true power. Also, Otsuka Takeo plays Gohei, who is the incarnation of the Spirit Orb and born with the destiny of becoming a hero, and Ito Kentaro plays Nata’s master, Taiyi Zhenjin. Other cast members include Fukuyama Jun as Shen Gongbao, Hino Satoshi as Li Jing, Kobayashi Sanae as Lady Yin, Miki Shinichiro as East Sea Dragon King Ao Guang, Sawashiro Miyuki as West Sea Dragon King Ao Jun, Sugita Tomokazu as South Sea Dragon King Ao Qin, Sato Setsuji as North Sea Dragon King Ao Shun, Miyasaki Akari as Shen Xiaobao, Inoue Kazuhiko as Muryosenou, Miyazaki Yuu as Kadou, and Kawaida Natsumi as Kakudo. Advance tickets will be available for sale from September 12, ahead of the film’s release. Those who purchase a Mubichike advance ticket (online) during this campaign period and apply will be entered into a lottery to win a special advance screening of the film and a special trading card signed by the voice actors.
The Japanese dubbed version of the Chinese 3DCG animated film “Nata: The Rampage of the Madou” will be released nationwide at theaters including Grand Cinema Sunshine Ikebukuro on December 26, 2025. Advance Ticket Sales & Campaign Information: On sale from Friday, September 12, 2025, to Thursday, December 25, 2025. Campaign Details: Purchase a Mubichike advance ticket (online) and apply for the campaign to win an invitation to a special advance screening of “Nata: The Rampage of the Madou” and a special trading card signed by the voice actors. Eligibility: Purchase a Mubichike advance ticket (online) for “Nata: The Rampage of the Madou” during the sales period. Mubichike advance tickets (cards) and Mubichike movie tickets are not eligible—eligible ticket types: Mubichike advance tickets (online). How to apply: Each Mubichike advance ticket (online) for this film counts as one entry.
Mubichike advance tickets (cards) and Mubichike movie tickets are not eligible. Prize information: Invitation to a special advance screening of “Nata: The Madou’s Rampage”, three screenings x 24 pairs each (144 winners total). Special trading cards signed by voice actors, 10 types x 3 screenings (1 winner per person x 10 types x 3 screenings) (30 winners total). For details, please see the advance ticket sales page. The sales page will open and sales will begin on September 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM.
The Japanese dubbed version of the film “Nata: The Madou’s Rampage” will be released nationwide on Friday, December 26! Character & Cast Information Nata: CV: Mutsumi Tamura Young Nata: CV: Toshiki Masuda Gohei: CV: Takeo Otsuka Taiitsu Shinjin: CV: Kentaro Ito Shinkohyou: CV: Jun Fukuyama Li Jing: CV: Satoshi Hino Lady Yinjin: CV: Sanae Kobayashi East Sea Dragon King: Ao Guang: CV: Shinichiro Miki West Sea Dragon King: Ao Lun (Goujun): CV: Sawashiro Miyuki Southern Sea Dragon King: Ao Qin (Goukin): CV: Sugita Tomokazu Northern Sea Dragon King: Ao Shun (Goushun): CV: Sato Setsuji Monkey Little Leopard: CV: Miyasaki Akari Muryose no Ou (Muryousenou): CV: Inoue Kazuhiko Kado (Kado): CV: Miyazaki Yukakudo (Kakudo): CV: Kawaida Natsumi Japanese dubbing production staff Translation: Yoshikawa Masanari Director: Ude Kimi Sound: Kameda Ryoji Translation cooperation: Scenario Technology Co., Ltd. Mikagami
