"New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames" hit theaters on Friday, February 13, 2026.
Just ahead of the film’s release, a special TV program aired featuring Elizabeth alongside four popular comedians who are well-known Gintama superfans. Titled, "To Celebrate the Release of 'New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames,' Elizabeth Embarks on a Fiery Journey to Pray for the Film’s Success!," the program followed Elizabeth on a passionate mission in support of the movie.
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To Celebrate the Release of 'New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames,' Elizabeth Embarks on a Fiery Journey to Pray for the Film’s Success!
The program featured Elizabeth, who took center stage ahead of her return to the big screen, alongside four well-known comedians who are devoted Gintama fans: Party-chan’s Suga-chan Saiko No.1, Nishida of Laland, Yumecchi of 3-ji no Heroine, and Omiokuri Geinin Shinichi.
In hopes of praying for the film’s box office success, the group embarked on a “hit-prayer journey,” visiting flame-related spots across Japan inspired by the theme of "Yoshiwara in Flames." As they traveled nationwide spreading their love for Gintama, the program captured plenty of laughter, emotional moments, and high-energy excitement.
The special was narrated by Akira Ishida and also included a talk segment looking back on memorable scenes from the anime series. In addition, viewers were treated to highlights from the film, including newly released footage from "New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames."
Broadcast just ahead of the movie’s premiere, the program delivered a heartfelt and entertaining journey filled with laughter and tears as the cast prayed for the film’s success.
To Celebrate the Release of 'New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames,' Elizabeth Embarks on a Fiery Journey to Pray for the Film’s Success!
Original Air Date: Feb 11 (Wed, Public Holiday) 10:05AM–11:00AM
Channel: TV Tokyo Network
Cast: Elizabeth/Party-chan’s Suga-chan Saiko No.1/Laland's Nishida/3-ji no Heroine's Yumecchi/Omiokuri Geinin Shinichi
Narration: Akira Ishida
New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames
INTRODUCTION
Thanks for waiting. So begins a brand-new Gintama movie: the beginning of yet another totally new story.
The star has arrived! The long-awaited new movie is finally here!!
A new legend begins for Gintama as one of the most passionate and iconic arcs in the original manga,the "Yoshiwara in Flames" arc, is reimagined as a completely new animated feature!
This is the story of a single bond that shines brightly against the darkness...
Human compassion. Friendship. And... a love that runs deep and true.
In 2026, prepare to laugh, to cry, and to feel the heat of Gintama's newest legend.
STAFF
Original Creator/Super Advisor Gorilla: Hideaki Sorachi
Director: Naoya Ando
Supervision: Yoichi Fujita
Screenplay: Taku Kishimoto
Character Design/Chief Animation Director: Shinji Takeuchi
Design Works: Yumi Nakamura
Color Design: Ritsuko Utagawa
Art Director: Chiho Wada
CGI Director: Kenya Taniguchi
Director of Photography: Mari Gomyo
Editing: Akane Shiraishi
Sound Director: Yukio Nagasaki
Music: Audio Highs
Theme Song: Sanzen by SUPER BEAVER (Sony Music Labels)
Animation Production: BN Pictures
Distribution: Warner Bros.
CAST
Sakata Gintoki: Tomokazu Sugita
Shimura Shinpachi: Daisuke Sakaguchi
Kagura: Rie Kugimiya
Tsukuyo: Yuko Kaida
Seita: Yuko Sanpei
Hinowa: Kikuko Inoue
Hosen: Banjo Ginga
Kamui: Satoshi Hino
Abuto: Hochu Otsuka
Katsura Kotaro: Akira Ishida
Kondo Isao: Susumu Chiba
Hijikata Toshiro: Kazuya Nakai
Okita Sogo: Kenichi Suzumura
Yamazaki Sagaru: Tetsuharu Ota
Otose: Kujira
Catherine: Yu Sugimoto
Tama: Naomi Minami
New Gintama the Movie: Yoshiwara in Flames Official Site
Anime "Gintama" Official Site
Gintama: Mr. Ginpachi's Zany Class" Official Site
Anime "Gintama" Official X (＠gintamamovie)
Movie Hashtag: #新劇場版銀魂
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