To celebrate the 20th anniversary of 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya,' Netflix will stream the complete 2009 broadcast version (28 episodes) and the acclaimed film 'The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya' starting April 1, 2026. The legendary Kyoto Animation series goes global under the 'Gratitude of Haruhi Suzumiya' anniversary project.
Hideaki Hatta, president of Kyoto Animation, died on February 16, 2026, at the age of 76. From subcontracted cel painting that his wife Yoko started in an apartment block, through incorporation in 1985, he led the studio for more than four decades under the motto "creating together," producing The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, K-On! and Violet Evergarden. A look back at his career, including the years he spent rebuilding after the 2019 arson attack.
The five voice actors of the SOS Brigade reunited for the first time in 16 years to celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya. At the revival screening of The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya, lead actress Aya Hirano said she "can't believe it." Fans worldwide react to this milestone for the anime that changed otaku culture.