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NARUTO: ULTIMATE NINJA 2 Set for June
by News Editor (Wed 05-16-2007)

NAMCO BANDAI Games announced that NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 2 has received gold status and will hit retail shelves on June 12. Available exclusively for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Ultimate Ninja 2 features new playable characters, m...

Ultimate Ninja 2
by Captain Gordon Edward (Sat 03-03-2007)

Plot: In Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 2, gamers can play through the events in the Naruoto storyline, all while earning points toward upgrading their character’s strength, defense, agility, chakra and special abilities. Players can walk the path of N...

Games Review: Naruto: Clash of Ultimate Ninjas with Broken Bonds
by Briana Lawrence (Mon 11-17-2008)

Once upon a time there was a ninja who wore orange; created by a man named Kishimoto.  Like a lot of popular ninjas that come from Japan, this ninja made his way to the U.S. and became even more popular; the new millennium’s equivalent to the m...


Naruto Unleashed Set 1.1
by Dani Moure (Fri 09-01-2006)

What They SayUzumaki Naruto is a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninjas-in-training who aspire to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Naruto is treated as an outcast by the rest of ...

Naruto Box Set 01
by Justin Rich (Mon 07-03-2006)

What They SayDeep within the Hidden Leaf Village, sharp and cunning Ninja carry an ultimate power while Naruto Uzumaki carries inside the ultimate secret. Twelve years ago, the fourth Hokage sacrificed himself and saved the village by sealing the Nine-tai...

Naruto Vol.#01
by Megan Lavey (Tue 07-20-2004)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Masashi KishimotoTranslated by:Katy BridgesAdapted by:What They SayIn another world, ninjas are the ultimate power - and in the village of Konohagakure live the stealthiest ninja in the world. But 12 years ago Konohagakure was...

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES NARUTO MANGA SHADOW BOX LIMITED COLLECTOR SET (Wed 11-14-2007)

Most Elaborate Manga Box Set Ever Published In North America Bundles Host Of Extras With 27 Volumes Of Smash Hit Ninja Series San Francisco, CA, November 13, 2007 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative a...


Naruto 3.1 Contest from Manga UK (Mon 04-07-2008)

        Naruto Unleashed 3.1 is just out in the UK from Manga UK! The folks there want to share the fun with our UK readership and we've got three copies of this brand new setto give away, so three people total will...

Naruto Box Set 08 (also w/special edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 06-19-2008)

What They SayNaruto and Jiraiya\'s journey climaxes in all-out war with Orochimaru and his skilled right-hand man, Kabuto. Naruto must perfect the Rasengan in time to save the future Hokage, but when Naruto himself needs saving, Tsunade must overcome her ...

Naruto Unleashed Set 3:1
by Dani Moure (Mon 04-21-2008)

What They SayNaruto is the story of Uzumaki Naruto, a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninjas-in-training who aspire to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Naruto is treated as an ou...

VIZ MEDIA REDESIGNS AND EXPANDS INTERACTIVE NARUTO WEBSITE (Tue 10-30-2007)

Website For Popular Ninja Series Features Comprehensive Episode Guide, New Artwork, Character Details And Online Games San Francisco, CA, October 30, 2007 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compreh...


Ubisoft Signs Deal for NARUTO
by News Editor (Mon 04-10-2006)

Ubisoft has announced that it has signed a strategic non exclusive licensing agreement with TV TOKYO Corporation and SHUEISHA Inc., to develop games based on the NARUTO anime series for the Microsoft Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Micro...

Naruto Vol. #17 (Wed 07-18-2007)

What They SayIt\'s the battle everyone\'s been waiting for: Sasuke versus Gaara! With a few new tricks up his sleeve, Sasuke takes on the ninja no one, not even Naruto, thinks he can beat. But then a sinister plan is put into motion, and the Hidden Leaf V...

Naruto Vol. #13 (Wed 03-14-2007)

What They SayThe splendid ninja, Rock Lee, must face the formidable Gaara of the Sand! With his mentor Guy cheering him on, Rock Lee unleashes his ultimate move. But will even this be enough to defeat Gaara? And as the prelimaries to the Chunin Exam draw ...

Naruto Vol. #26 (Wed 04-30-2008)

What They SayNaruto, Sasuke, and Sakura are on the ultimate mission: discover what Kakashi looks like behind his mask! Then, Tsunade sends Squad Seven to the Land of Tea and the village of Degarashi, where every four years two rival families hold a race t...


ShoPro Entertainment namedthe Master Licensor for NARUTO (-)

TV TOKYO Corporation And Shueisha Inc. Appoint ShoPro Entertainment To Represent TV, Home Video And Merchandising Rights In North America And Latin America For Much Anticipated Ninja Hit, Naruto SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA (February 15, 2005) 211;Sho...

Viz Media Launches Naruto Nation™ Campaign to Dramatically Increase Release Rate of Hit Manga Series Naruto™ And ave the way for Part 2 (Thu 04-26-2007)

Three New Volumes Of Smash Hit Series To Be Published Each Month Beginning In September To Catch Up To Japanese Release Schedule San Francisco, CA, April 26, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and co...

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES IMPRESSIVE DVD SALES OF NARUTO THE MOVIE: NINJA CLASH IN THE LAND OF SNOW (Tue 09-25-2007)

Feature Film Based On Popular Anime And Manga Series Debuts At Number 25 On Nielsen VideoScan San Francisco, CA, September 25, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation...

Viz Media Expands Naruto™ Momentum With New DVD Releases of Naruto The Lost Story and Latest Naruto Uncut Box Set (Thu 05-24-2007)

Latest Releases Continue To Drive Tremendous Momentum Behind The Hottest Anime And Manga Property In North America San Francisco, CA, May 24, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publi...


VIZ MEDIA TEAMS WITH LANGER JUICE FOR NARUTO: RELEASE YOUR INNER NINJA SWEEPSTAKES CAMPAIGN (Thu 09-13-2007)

Special Cross-Promotion Will Coincide With DVD Release Of NARUTO THE MOVIE: NINJA CLASH IN THE LAND OF SNOW San Francisco, CA, September 12, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publish...

Cosplay Hits The High Street! (Wed 04-25-2007)

Calling all Cosplayers...! To celebrate the release of Naruto Unleashed Series 2 Part 1 on DVD Manga Entertainment has teamed up with Virgin, Neo, Jetix, Atari and It Came From Japan to bring you the Naruto Cosplay Event on 21st May 2007. For one day onl...

Naruto Box Set 06 (also w/special edition)
by Justin Rich (Wed 06-18-2008)

What They SaySasuke returns at last to face Gaara in the final round of the Chunin Exam with his powerful new jutsu, Chidori. But the match is interrupted when Orochimaru\'s scheme to bring down the Hidden Leaf Village is put into motion. While the Third ...

Naruto Uncut Vol. #01
by John Eriani (Wed 11-22-2006)

What They SayMany years ago the ninja village of Konoha came under attack by a ferocious demon fox. After a great many casualties the creature was defeated by the Forth Hokage and imprisoned within a human body. Thus the boy, Naruto, was born. With a misc...


ULTIMATE NINJA Vol. 1
by Brian Thomas (Fri 02-04-2005)

In the mid-1980s, suddenly there were ninjas everywhere. For some reason, these ancient Japanese assassins were popular icons, and many birthday cakes were decorated with little plastic ninja figures. Though based on the historic entities, these were fant...

In UK Theaters: NARUTO THE MOVIE: NINJA CLASH IN THE LAND OF SNOW (Tue 11-20-2007)

SEE NARUTO THE MOVIE THE WAY IT WAS MEANT TO BE SEEN230; ON THE BIG SCREEN! NARUTO THE MOVIE: NINJA CLASH IN THE LAND OF SNOW, the first big screen spin-off from the phenomenally successful Naruto anime series, comes to DVD on 24th December 2007, pack...

Naruto Box Set 05 (also w/special edition)
by Justin Rich (Fri 12-28-2007)

What They SayWith the final round of the Chunin Exam only a month away, Naruto receives some special training from Jiraiya, one of the three legendary Sannin, to summon and master the chakra of the Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit within him. Can Naruto turn this d...

Naruto Box Set 09 (also w/special edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-13-2008)

Sasuke’s falls prey to the dark side of the ninja world and spends about twelve episodes inside a coffin. Not too good for his fanbase…What They SayNaruto returns to the Hidden Leaf Village to find Sasuke, frustrated with Naruto\'s sudden gro...


Viz Media Debuts New Naruto Chapter Book Series at 2008 Book Expo America (Fri 05-30-2008)

Showcase Of The Newest VIZKIDS Format Introduces The Exciting World Of Ninja To Young Readers In Booth #1647 Los Angeles, CA, May 30, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, ani...

Naruto Unleashed Set 1.2
by Dani Moure (Fri 01-05-2007)

What They SayUzumaki Naruto is a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninjas-in-training who aspire to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Naruto is treated as an outcast by the rest of ...

Naruto the Movie 2: Legend of the Stone of Gelel
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-15-2008)

Ancient powers surface that threaten the stability of the world as Naruto discovers while trying to rescue… a ferret?What They SayNaruto, Shikamaru and Sakura are in the middle of returning a lost ferret to its owner - the easiest mission ever. Or ...

Toy Maniac: Play Sets, Where Have You Gone?
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 11-06-2008)

  In each and every toy line there used to be a play set. A headquarters, command center, bunker or a castle that was the crowing achievement in your toy collection. It was the beating heart of your adventures and it was on your holiday/ birthday wi...


Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow Deluxe Edition (Wed 07-18-2007)

What They SayA land forever covered in ice... A princess missing for ten years... And one high-spirited ninja named Naruto! Naruto and his team are sent on a mission to guard Yukie Fujikaze, a popular actress starring in the hit movie \"The Adventures of...

Naruto Box Set 10 (also w/special edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-23-2008)

Sasuke finally comes out of the barrel and sets off to find Orochimaru so he can gain more power, but not before he and Naruto have a few words about friendship. What They Say Naruto's pursuit of Sasuke is halted by the most fearsome of the Sound ninj...

Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow (Wed 06-06-2007)

What They SayA land forever covered in ice... A princess missing for ten years... And one high-spirited ninja named Naruto! Naruto and his team are sent on a mission to guard Yukie Fujikaze, a popular actress starring in the hit movie \"The Adventures of...

Naruto Box Set 04 (also w/special edition)
by Justin Rich (Thu 10-04-2007)

What They SayAfter barely making it out of the Forest of Death, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura proceed to the next stage of the Chunin Exam: a one-on-one sudden death elimination battle! Pitted against each other in individual combat, an assortment of young, b...


DARKNESS Leads The Pack
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 06-26-2007)

...Sony) 2. Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 2 (Namco) 3. Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (Take Two) 4. Transformers: The Game (Activision) 5. Tomb Raider: Anniversary (Eidos)   Gamecube   1. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (Ninte...

Naruto Box Set 03 (also w/special edition)
by Justin Rich (Wed 06-06-2007)

What They SayThe squad mates face their deadliest challenge yet as the Chunin Exam continues. Deep in the Forest of Death, Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura must battle their rival genin to collect the scrolls of Heaven and Earth. It\'s no easy task, but is ther...

Naruto Vol.#28
by Briana Lawrence (Wed 02-27-2008)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Masashi Kishimoto Translated by:Mari Morimoto/Deric A. Hughes & Benjamin RaabAdapted by:Mari Morimoto/Deric A. Hughes & Benjamin RaabWhat They SayThe ReviewThere once was a time where anime and manga were a struggle to find ou...

'TMNT: The Ultimate Ninja' slices through in August! (Mon 05-03-2004)

Just a heads-up here that the 2003 incarnation of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will continue with their DVD releases in August.


Naruto: The Lost Story
by Dani Moure (Wed 03-12-2008)

What They SayNaruto and the others arrive at the Village Hidden in the Waterfall on an escort mission for Shibuki, the young leader of the village. Things seem peaceful until Kakashi leaves on urgent business and the village is attacked by Suien, a former...

Naruto: Ninja Council 3
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Fri 02-02-2007)

Plot: Like the previous game, it is all about becoming a true ninja. In this third instalment, players need to defend targets, or defeat others, all the while training to be the best that they can be. Platform: DS Company: Tomy Corporation Status...

'Naruto', 'Death Note' and 'Bleach' now on Hulu.com
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 09-25-2008)

From a press release San Francisco, CA, September 25, 2008 — VIZ Media, LLC., one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies has announced the availability of the original Uncut J...

NARUTO Vol. 7 has been nominated for a QUILLS AWARD! (Tue 09-12-2006)

Yes - Your favorite spunky little ninja, Naruto, has done very well! Not only is Volume 7 of the NARUTO manga a finalist at this year's Quills Awards, but this is also the very first year that a manga has been nominated for this prestigious award! So be ...


TOMY AND D3PUBLISHER OF AMERICA UNLEASH NARUTO͐2;: NINJA DESTINY FOR NINTENDO DS͐2; (Thu 02-28-2008)

Explosive 3D Ninja Combat Headed for Stores Today LOS ANGELES 211; February 26, 2008 211; TOMY Corporation and D3Publisher of America, Inc. (D3PA), publishers of interactive entertainment software, today announced that NARUTO͐2;: Ninja Destiny ...

Toy Maniac: A Look At DC Direct's WATCHMEN Figures
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 06-26-2008)

NEW FROM DC DIRECT: At the New York Comic Con this year DC Direct unveiled their very first series of Watchmen movie figures (see pictures here). The first series included the modern versions of the Silk Spectre, The Nite Owl, an Ozymandias figure and, o...

VIZ MEDIA BRINGS NARUTO NATION TO GEOFFREY S BIRTHDAY PARTY THIS WEEKEND AS PART OF TOY R US CELEBRATION AT 585 STORES NATIONWIDE (Fri 09-28-2007)

VIZ Media continues the momentum behind its NARUTO NATION campaign as it brings everyone's favorite ninja to 585 Toys "R" US stores nationwide this weekend (Sept 29/30) on behalf of Geoffrey's Birthday, which celebrates the toy retailer's famous giraffe m...

Naruto Movie Details (Wed 08-15-2007)

A few details have emerged about the upcoming Naruto movie and its two incarnations. The regular edition is due out in September but the Deluxe edition is due out in November with:3-Disc SetContains bonus disc with extra contentComplete CD SoundtrackColle...


Viz Media Licenses Naruto To Chilevision (Mon 04-23-2007)

Agreement Brings Popular Action Series To One Of The Top Latin American Markets San Francisco, CA, April 20, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing com...

Naruto Unleashed Set 2.1
by Dani Moure (Fri 05-25-2007)

What They SayNaruto Uzumaki is a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninja-in-training who aspires to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Featuring episodes 27 to 39! The Review!The ch...

Naruto Box Set 02 (also w/Special Edition)
by Justin Rich (Thu 01-04-2007)

What They SayAs Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura struggle in battle in the Land of Waves, they must come to terms with the often-painful reality of being a ninja. A little bit older, wiser and stronger, the three return to the Hidden Leaf Village only to face t...

Super Ninja Spies
by Matt Kamen (Wed 07-26-2006)

Wow. You reader-types actually left feedback on the last column. Thank you it's nice to know people are actually reading! Following on a bit from last week, Superman Returns took 4.3m in it's opening weekend here in the UK, a touch over two-thirds of Pi...


VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES DVD RELEASE OF NARUTO THE MOVE 2: THE LEGEND OF THE STONE OF GELEL (Wed 07-02-2008)

Latest Feature Length Animated Adventure Has World's Favorite Ninja In Training Battling A Mysterious New Threat San Francisco, CA, July 1, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishi...

Naruto Vol. #22 (Fri 12-07-2007)

What They SaySasuke faces the brother he has long vowed vengeance against, but finds that he is still no match for Itachi. Jiraiya steps in, but Sasuke has fallen into a deep coma, and the only one who can save him is the woman Jiraiya and Naruto are look...

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES THE LONG AWAITED NEW NARUTO! (Wed 02-20-2008)

Highly Anticipated New Manga Story Arc Launches Featuring A Teenage Naruto And Offers New Volumes Every Two Months San Francisco, CA, February 20, 2008 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehens...

Naruto Volume 27 Departure
by Adrianne Hess, Columnist (Sat 02-16-2008)

Naruto Volume 27 begins with the first 3 chapters as the conclusion of part one of the series. These final chapters catch up with everyone after the Sasuke Retrieval arc to lead into where these characters will be in the years between now and the nex...


VIZ Media's Naruto (Uncut), Bleach and Death Note Now Available on the iTunes Store
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-15-2008)

Complete Seasons of Action-Packed NARUTO And BLEACH And All 37 Episodes Of DEATH NOTE Available on iTunes San Francisco, CA, JULY 15, 2008 – VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishin...

NARUTO SHIPPUDEN
by Adam Wolkov, Columnist (Sun 02-17-2008)

As Sakura, Yamato and Naruto ponder over the meaning of the picture book that Sai left behind, Sai himself is being introduced to Sasuke Uchiha by Orochimaru and Kabuto. Sasuke is angry at the late return of the three and impatiently demands that Oro...

Naruto Unleashed Set 2.2
by Dani Moure (Thu 04-10-2008)

What They SayNaruto Uzumaki is a lonesome young boy from the Hidden Leaf Village, a town with several young ninja-in-training who aspires to reach the village\'s one-of-a-kind highest ninja rank, the Hokage. Featuring episodes 27 to 39! The Review!The ch...

Naruto Vol. #18 (Wed 07-18-2007)

What They SayThe Hidden Leaf Village is under attack! While Naruto, Sakura, Shikamaru and their ninja dog guide Pakkun take off after Sasuke and the Sand ninja, the Third Hokage must face Orochimaru in battle. Can the most powerful ninja in the land defea...


Naruto Uncut Box Set 11 (also w/Special Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-12-2008)

  What They Say: Sasuke has gone to Orochimaru, and Sakura and Naruto are determined to get him back! Jiraiya, concerned they'll act recklessly, persuades Tsunade to send them on an official mission to the Land of Rice Paddies, hoping to discover O...

Naruto Vol. #20 (Fri 09-21-2007)

What They SayWith Sasuke\'s strength wasted and Sakura slowly being crushed to death, Naruto must battle Gaara alone to defend what is precious to him. Can he prove that the path of friendship is stronger than the path of hate? In the battle-torn Hidden L...

GLOBAL AUDIENCE FOR NARUTO™ EXPANDS AS VIZ MEDIA LICENSES HIT ANIMATED SERIES TO SBT IN BRAZIL (Tue 06-19-2007)

Partnership With Leading Broadcaster Brings Popular Action Series To The Largest Market In South America San Francisco, CA JUNE 14, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, an...

Naruto Vol. #02 (Tue 12-13-2005)

What They SayTired of the same old menial tasks, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura ask for a mission with some real excitement. Amused by Naruto\'s hyperactive initiative, the Hokage gives them - along with their sensei, Kakashi -the simple task of escorting Tazu...


NARUTO Volume 28
by Adrianne Hess (Tue 03-04-2008)

 After a two-year absence training under Jiraiya, Naruto returns to Konoha Village stronger and ready to search for his former comrade, Sasuke. For now, he reunites with Sakura, Kakashi and some of his old friends in the village. Naruto lea...

Viz Details Naruto Extras (Wed 05-07-2008)

The ICv2 site is reporting on the two disc Naruto the Movie 2 release due out on 07/29/2008 in regards to its extras which haven\'t been talked much yet. The release is set to include, \"a special feature on "Creating the World of Naruto 2;" another featu...

Naruto Uncut Box Set 12 (also w/Special Edition)
by Not Yet Assigned (Wed 11-05-2008)

What They SayNaruto joins Lee, Neji, and Tenten on a mission to save a gold-mining town from a group of thugs, but just when they think the battle's over, one of the enemy ninja comes back to life! Back in the Leaf Village, Naruto leads Konohamaru and his...

Ultimate Muscle (aka: Kinnikuman 2nd Generation) Vol.#01
by Eduardo M. Chavez (Mon 08-16-2004)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Nakai Yoshinori/Shimada Takashi (Yudetamago)Translated by:oe YamazakiAdapted by:What They SayWhat do you do when a team of evil superpowered wrestlers threatens the health and safety of the Earth? Organize a team of GOOD super...


Naruto Vol. #25 (Wed 04-30-2008)

What They SayNaruto and Jiraiya head home with Tsunade and Shizune in tow, and the four stop at a hot spring resort for a little relaxation and an unexpected adventure. But at home again in Hidden Leaf Village, it\'s back to business. Tsunade\'s first tas...

Ninja Resurrection (Essential Anime Edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 03-01-2004)

What They SayJoin a nightmarish journey through faith and betrayal as the infamous warrior Jubei confronts the ultimate evil! Japan, 1614, the Tokugawa Shogunate bans the practice of Christianity and ruthlessly slaughters its adherents. The scattered su...

Naruto the Movie: Ninja Clash in the Land of Snow (-)

What They SayThe Review!FeaturesReview Equipment

Ninja Resurrection
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 11-16-1999)

What They SayJoin a nightmarish journey through faith and betrayal as the infamous warrior Jubei confronts the ultimate evil! Japan, 1614, the Tokugawa Shogunate bans the practice of Christianity and ruthlessly slaughters its adherents. The scattered su...


Naruto Vol. #27 (Thu 06-05-2008)

What They SayNaruto has always thought of Sasuke as a friend, but when Sasuke awakens in the hospital to discover that Naruto has grown stronger, Naruto finds himself on the receiving end of Sasuke\'s fury. It\'s Chidori vs. Rasengan! Kakashi steps in to ...

Naruto Vol. #24 (Sat 02-16-2008)

What They SayTsunade turns the tables on Orochimaru, but her plan backfires when Kabuto shows up to save his master. It\'s one medic ninja against another, but though Tsunade\'s skills are legend, her one weakness may cost her dearly. Good thing she\'s go...

Naruto Vol. #28 (Thu 06-05-2008)

What They SayNews of Sasuke\'s departure reaches the Fifth Hokage, who immediately gives new chunin Shikamaru his first mission as leader: bring back Sasuke! Shikamaru recruits some of his best friends for the job: Naruto, Choji, Neji and Kiba. With a chu...

VIZ MEDIA TEAMS WITH AMAZON UNBOX TO OFFER NARUTO UNCUT, DEATH NOTE AND BLEACH ANIMATION FOR DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (Sat 01-26-2008)

Three Of The Hottest Animated Action Series Sweeping North America Offered With Convenience, Flexibility And DVD Quality San Francisco, CA, January 25, 2008 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compr...


Naruto (Uncut) Vol. #08 (Thu 08-30-2007)

What They SaySakura\'s courage revealed! The battles for the scrolls of Heaven and Earth continue inside the Forest of Death! To protect her teammates who are out for the count, Sakura bravely faces the Sound Ninja alone. Then Kiba and Hinata\'s team, ha...

Naruto Vol. #06 (Thu 08-10-2006)

What They SayFresh from completing their mission, Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura return to the Hidden Leaf Village where they encounter a whole new crew of ninja prepared to do battle in the Chunin Exam! Most intimidating is Gaara, whose power of manipulating ...

Cartoon Network and VIZ Team for Online Anime
by News Editor (Thu 04-27-2006)

Cartoon Network and VIZ Media have announced a joint venture called Toonami Jetstream, a new broadband service that will provide on-demand, full-length streaming episodes of a number of hit anim and action series, including acclaimed hit series Naruto an...

Viz Media's Naruto Does it Again! Manga at Number 25 on USA Today's Top 150 Best Seller List (Mon 03-19-2007)

Property Continues To Be A Success And Demonstrates Broad Audience Appeal San Francisco, CA March 19, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies...


Seven Seas and Metromix L.A. present “The Ninja Diaries”
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 07-23-2008)

(LOS ANGELES, July 23, 2008)  – What do a struggling L.A. actor and a beautiful female ninja have in common? Read on to find out!    Seven Seas Entertainment is excited to debut “The Ninja Diaries,” a new weekl...

LEAP THROUGH THE NINJA RANKS AT ANIME EXPO® 2008 (Wed 04-30-2008)

Prizes Include a Sony PlayStation® 3, Sony PSP®, iPod®, Naruto Booster Packs and Much More! Anaheim, California (April 29, 2008) Bandai Collectible Games will be running an official Naruto CCG Kage Tournament at this year's Anime Expo&re...

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCED ARRAY OF UPCOMING ANIME AND MANGA TITLES AT 2007 COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL (Thu 08-09-2007)

Premiere Event For North American Comic and Manga Fans Set The Stage For Announcements Of More Than Twenty New Titles For 2008 San Francisco, CA, August 8, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compre...

Ultimate Ghosts 'N Goblins
by CAPTAIN GORDON EDWARD (Fri 09-15-2006)

Ghosts 'N Goblins, or Ghosts 'N Ghouls have been around since my childhood. I remember fondly playing the game in the arcades, or even back on the SNES. This game has taken up quite a bit of my time over the years, and the main reason is because of its di...


Naruto Vol. #19 (Fri 09-21-2007)

What They SayThe Third Hokage summons his last ounce of strength in his attempt to seal away Orochimaru\'s soul forever, while the shinobi of the Hidden Leaf bravely defend all they hold dear. And far from the village, Sasuke finally catches up with Gaara...

Naruto Vol. #16 (Wed 06-06-2007)

What They SayNaruto gives his all in his final-round battle with Neji - all his chakra, that is! With Sasuke still a no-show, his match with Gaara is put off, moving up Shikamaru\'s battle with Temari. What\'s an apathetic guy to do against one fiercely d...

Viz Media Announces Next Stop on National Road Tour For Shonen Jump Naruto (Wed 11-08-2006)

Fans Are Invited To Visit Select Mall Locations To Take Part In Exciting and Fun Activities Related To Best Selling Manga And Anime Series San Francisco, CA, November 8, 2006 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innova...

VIZ MEDIA ANNOUNCES EXCITING AND DIVERSE ARRAY OF NEW MANGA SERIES FOR THIRD QUARTER OF 2007 (Sun 07-22-2007)

Six New Series Deliver Unique Mix Of Historical Drama, Science Fiction, Award-Winning Comedic Romance and Supernatural Action San Francisco, CA, July 19, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compreh...


Toy Maniac: Playstation 3 or Xbox 360?
by Robert T. Trate (Thu 10-23-2008)

  I journeyed over to a friend’s house the other day to play Star Wars the Force Unleashed. I have it on the Wii and he had it on the Xbox 360. We both agree that the game didn’t meet our expectations. Nonetheless, he wanted to show me t...

Ninja Nonsense Complete Collection Limited Edition
by Mark Thomas (Wed 01-16-2008)

What They SayTake one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, add a ninja horde under the tutelage of a perverse headmaster €220; a strange, yellow, spherical, pudgy... creature... named Onsokumaru €220; and you get the kind of \"...

Princess Ninja Scroll Tenka Muso Vol.#02
by Jarred Pine (Mon 05-22-2006)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Akane Sasaki Translated by:Naomi Kukubo & Steven HoffmanAdapted by:What They SaySo far, Han and her new friends have been able to overcome everything that the enemy\'s thrown at them. But what happens when their next enemy tur...

Ninja Nonsense Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 06-26-2006)

What They SayIt\'s Super Explosive Pervy Ninja Insanity! Take the comedy of South Park, combine it with one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, a horde of ninjas under the perverse tutelage of her headmaster: a strange, yellow, spherically pudgy....


Viz Media Signs New Publishing Representatives In Mexico and Brazil for Shonen Jump Naruto (Tue 04-10-2007)

Grupo Editorial VID S.A. de C.V. And Panini Brasil Ltda. To Debut Localized Versions Scheduled for Spring 2007 San Francisco, CA, April 10, 2007 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishi...

Dear Viz
by Chris Beveridge (-)

Dear Viz, For all intents and purposes, I'm probably not your main market. I'm male and thirty-four years old. I'm not a teenager and I'm not female. While the music industry is rapidly trying to figure out how to keep people my age and older buying thei...

Watch Episode 1 of NINJA NONSENSE on IGN.com! (Mon 12-03-2007)

220;Super-Explosive Ninja Insanity221; Box set containing entire series, plus extras streets December 4, 2007 GRIMES, IA, November 30, 2007 211; Anime producer and distributor Right Stuf, Inc. and Nozomi Entertainment are excited to announce th...

VIZ MEDIA TO OFFER UNIQUE NEW MANGA AND FICTION TITLES AT 2007 BOOKEXPO AMERICA (Fri 06-01-2007)

Industry Leader in Manga Publishing To Have Notable Presence In Booth 3833 New York, NY June 1, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and licensing companies, brin...


Jingle Bells 24-7
by Brian Thomas (Mon 12-04-2006)

Every year I get into the same spirit once December rolls around. Heck, it usually comes on much earlier – that certain special feeling one gets when everyone begins to hustle around cheerily shopping and decorating their houses and/or cubicles ...

Legend of the Mystical Ninja Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 04-28-2004)

What They SayMakuamuuge has unleashed a new threat! Dr. Mudanashi, the creator of the cyber tunnel, has been summoned up to match wits against Goemon, Tsukasa, and the rest of their friends!The Review!The adventures in the real world continue for Goemon a...

Viz Media May Title Solicitations (Tue 12-13-2005)

ANIMEONDVD.COM SOLICITATION BOOKS Fullmetal Alchemist (Novel), Vol. 3 VIZ Fiction Story by: Makoto Inoue, Art by: Hiromu Arakawa Settled by alchemists, the town of Wisteria has the reputation of being an idyllic retreat. But what Alponse and Edward find ...

VIZ MEDIA TO SHOWCASE VARIETY OF UNIQUE ANIMATED PROPERTIES FROM JAPAN AT 2008 NATPE CONFERENCE (Tue 01-22-2008)

Kids217; Programming, Action Adventure, Fantasy, Crime Drama And Romance Series Demonstrate The Diversity Of Animation*_ San Francisco, CA, January 22, 2008 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and co...


Giant Brain
by Captain Gordon Edward (Sat 06-09-2007)

Welcome to another edition of the Countdown, where we list the games of the present that will probably later be used on next generation as downloadable content. Just think in about ten years from now where you will probably be able to download all of thes...

VIZ MEDIA JUMPS INTO 2008 WITH COMPELLING CONTENT FOR JANUARY ISSUE OF SHONEN JUMP MAGAZINE (Tue 12-04-2007)

Issue Hits In Time For The Holidays And Features A Newer, Older NARUTO, Rare Yu-Gi-Oh! Card, Special ONE PIECE Video Game Coverage and More! San Francisco, CA, December 3, 2007 211; VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's mos...

Press Release: Viz Media Signs Onto Joost
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 09-24-2008)

Web Video Portal To Offer Streamed Episodes Of Three Hit Series Complemented With Social Interaction San Francisco, CA, SEPTEMBER 23, 2008 — VIZ Media, LLC. (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishi...

Comic-Con Pitch: Ninja Monkey by Aaron Sowd
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 07-12-2006)

Comic-Con starts in one week! Here's the latest installment of COMIC-CON PITCH 2006, in which Comics2Film endeavors to connect indie comics creators with Hollywood producers. Today we talking to Aaron Sowd practices the ninja art of poop-flinging wit...


Viz Media To Publish Three New Fiction Novels Based On Popular Manga And Anime (Fri 09-15-2006)

New Releases By Company's VIZ FICTION Imprint Include Novels For The Popular RUROUNI KENSHIN And The Award-Winning NARUTO San Francisco, CA, September 15, 2006 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and compreh...

Ninja Nonsense Vol. #4
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 11-13-2006)

What They SayCombine one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, a horde of ninjas under the perverse tutelage of her headmaster: a strange, yellow, spherical, pudgy... creature... named Onsokumaru, and you get the craziest, most hilarious anime show...

Shinobu Kokoro Vol.#01
by Julie Rosato (Thu 12-01-2005)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Temari MatsumotoTranslated by:N/AAdapted by:What They SayThe Ninja: A stealth fighter expertly trained in ancient Japanese martial arts. With his fiery combination of sheer force, considerable guile and devastating proficiency...

Viz Media To Be A Major Participant At 2007 New York Comic-Con (Wed 02-21-2007)

Exciting Interactive Games, Great Giveaways, Terrific Exclusives, Sneak Peeks, Free Manga and More! San Francisco, CA, February 21, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, ani...


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Diamond May 2005 Solicitations (Wed 01-19-2005)

ANIME AIR MASTER VOLUME 3 DVD ANGELIUM DVD 1ANIMEPLAY: ISHIKA & HONORI INTERACTIVE DVD ARC THE LAD VOLUME 2 DVD ASTRO BOY: THE COMPLETE SERIES DVD BEYBLADE SEASON 3 VOLUME 6: SAME OLD DIRTY TRICKS DVD UNCUT BUBBLEGUM CRISIS VOLUME 2 DVD CASE CLOS...

Naruto Unleashed Set 3:2
by Dani Moure (Wed 06-25-2008)

What They SaySasuke\'s match against Gaara finally begins! Sasuke\'s only hope of winning lies within the move Kakashi taught him... Chidori. But, how will Gaara react when Sasuke causes him to bleed? Meanwhile, a battle of kings has begun as one of the ...

Ninja Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 06-14-2005)

What They SayThe evil hands spread over the Ninja Girl Institution. It\'s up to Reiko Shinjo to protect the institution. With her advanced lusty ninja moves, she will torture evil with her pussy! Her beauty attracts bad guys and the art of lusty ninja wil...


Wrath of the Ninja Collectors Series Edition
by Chris Beveridge (Wed 08-23-2006)

What They SayIn the year 1580, Lord Nobunaga\'s undead armies ravage Japan, slaughtering all that stand in their way. Only one hope remains. A young ninja escapes her village\'s destruction armed with a mystical dagger, one of the three legendary weapons ...

Ninja Resurrection
by Karen Cross (Sat 02-16-2002)

The Review!(More of an "anime review" than a "disc review" ;p) Another Ninja movie starring that slashin' and thrashin' ninja boy, Jubei! The same fellow from the incredible Ninja Scroll in a new story (unrelated to his first animated tale)!! How could ...

Ninja Vol. #6
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-26-2007)

What They SayIn this final episode of the critically acclaimed Ninja series we see our stars battle again. Reina is fighting for her life; will she be able to use her special techniques? Will her sexual moves save them again? Will the powers of this se...

Ninja Scroll 10th Anniversary Special Edition
by Andrew Tei (Tue 10-14-2003)

What They SayFeudal Japan - A time of danger, intrigue and deception. Jubei is a masterless ninja who travels the land alone, hiring his services to those with gold... or a worthy cause. His fearsome abilities have served him well, but a hideous plot to o...


RALPH MACCHIO: THE ULTIMATE EDITOR
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Sun 03-11-2007)

When you hear the name "Ralph Macchio," chances are you think of The Karate Kid, but comic fans think of The House of Ideas. That's because this Ralph Macchio has been working for Marvel Comics longer than most of us have been reading comic ...

NINJA GAIDEN II
by Pat Sauriol (Mon 07-07-2008)

I never got my hands on the original “Ninja Gaiden” but I have heard of the great love bestowed upon it by hordes of gamers. Nevertheless, after playing the sequel I can assure any of the other noobs to this gaming universe that you don’...

Viz Media Celebrates SHONEN JUMP With Collector's Edition (Thu 07-10-2008)

40th Anniversary Of Japan217;s Weekly Shonen Jump And 5th Anniversary Of SHONEN JUMP Magazine Commemorated With Special Collector217;s Edition Of Top Manga Anthology217;s Articles And New Hardcover Presentations Of Several Most-Loved Manga Seri...

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Karakuri Ninja Girl Box Set
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 06-15-2002)

What They SayContains both volumes! Ninja they may be, but they\'re still human after all. They wish for ordinary lives in the city. Dream of a beautiful life together. When the two shadows of Fawn Bell (Trisha Uptown) and Moon Shadow leave the Ninja Co...

Yagyu Ninja Scrolls: Revenge of the Hori Clan Vol.#01
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 11-22-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Masaki SegawaTranslated by:Mini EdaAdapted by:Mini EdaWhat They SayVOW OF VENGEANCE Seventeenth-century Japan: A rebellion in the Aizu territory has been brutally crushed, leaving twenty-one brave warriors dead and most of th...

DVD Shopping Bag: Bond, Blu-Ray Bond
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 10-21-2008)

  In March of 2007 Casino Royale wasreleased on Blu-ray. It was the only James Bond film, out of the 20 that preceded it, to be released on the new format. This was not surprising to me. Having been raised on Bond and working at various video stores...

Right Stuf Announces Ninja Nonsense Volume 4 (Wed 09-20-2006)

NINJA NONSENSE: THE LEGEND OF SHINOBU DVD 4: EXIT THE NINJA Pre-book date: 10/31/2006 - Street date: 11/28/2006 Approximately 80 minutes, Dolby Digital Stereo, Color. Genre: Comedy DVD (English, Japanese, English Subtitles, English On-Screen Translat...


Ninja Nonsense Vol. #2
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 08-25-2006)

What They SayIt\'s Super Explosive Pervy Ninja Insanity in Right Stuf International\'s latest release: NINJA NONSENSE DVD 2: PSYCHEDELIC SUMMER! Take the comedy of SOUTH PARK, combine it with one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, a horde of ni...

Into the Dark Blue Water
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 12-27-2005)

If you got Blue Underground's terrific BLIND DEAD COLLECTION box set for Christmas or Hanukah or as an unfortunately-timed birthday gift, you may want to take a close look at it. The folks at BU have found some very minor defects a one second audio drop ...

Twin Blades of the Ninja
by Chris Beveridge (Fri 10-31-2008)

When a pair of female ninja trainees sneak out for some hunky waiter time, they end up in a whole lot of trouble. What They Say Ancient Japan : a land filled with both exotic beauty and savage death! And in all the realm, the most feared killers are the...

Ninja Resurrection
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 09-08-2008)

When you need to generate a little cash, what better way to do it than to bring out a title with the word “Ninja” in the title?  What They SayGet ready for a nightmarish journey through faith and betrayal as the infamous Jubei Yagyu wi...


Ninja Cadets
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 01-25-2000)

What They SayIn feudal Japan a war rages between the Byakuro and the evil Kabusu clan. Now, the Kabusu plan to kidnap the infant Byakuro princess, but a ninja manages to escape with the royal cherub. Years later, a young group of Ninja Cadets are about to...

INDIANA JONES: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE (Hardcover)
by Robert T. Trate (Wed 05-14-2008)

For several years DK Publishing has partnered with Lucasfilm to bring the details of the Star Wars universe to life. The Complete Visual Dictionary of Star Wars: The Ultimate Guide to Characters and Creatures from the Entire Star Wars Saga and Star Wars C...

ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN: Brian Michael Bendis
by Edward Gross (Wed 09-13-2000)

Marvel Comics will be the first to admit that comics have hit on hard times in recent years. Some of the company`s key titles have lost their once impenetrable foothold in the marketplace, and marquee characters such as Spider-Man have lost their stature ...

Ultimate Guides!
by Pat Ferarra (Tue 03-20-2007)

I don’t know what it is about the word ‘ultimate’ and franchise guides, but there’s no doubt that DK Publishing is one of the best in the business for in-depth and aesthetic guides on your favorite media series. This week Tom De...


You're a puppet!
by BRIAN THOMAS (Tue 05-17-2005)

Well, somebody has figured out how to repackage public domain movies once again. The folks at Collectables Records, sister label to Alpha Video, are today releasing three volumes entitled SUMMER FUN. These two-disc sets contain one Summer-themed pop music...

NINJA GAIDEN
by Troy Roberts (Tue 03-02-2004)

It's hard to think that NINJA GAIDEN originally debuted at the arcade considering that most people think that the NES game was the first. Today, when most people reference the series, they speak quite highly of the NES game and its multiple sequels. And w...

Basilisk Vol. #1 (Viridian Collection)
by Chris Beveridge (Sat 07-28-2007)

What They SayWhen honor means nothing and power is everything, can love survive? A legendary pair of rival ninja clans battle to end years of slaughter as a forbidden love struggles to prevail. Fate will decide if the ultimate declaration must be made: To...

Doctor Where?
by Matt Kamen (Fri 07-13-2007)

As a testament to a series that's not so much an object of national pride as it is a wonderful addiction (or so the tabloid press would have you believe between seasons), Doctor Who has manifested beyond the confines of the television into its very own ex...


Merry Hogswatch
by Matt Kamen (Fri 12-22-2006)

With your holiday of choosing mere days away, if not already begun, I'd just like to take a brief moment to thank you all for reading and wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and Season's Greetings all around! Hogswatching   After 20 ...

Viz Media to Launch Shonen Jump Home Video Line (Thu 10-13-2005)

NARUTO and HIKARU NO GO Coming to Home Video! San Francisco, CA, October 12, 2005211; VIZ Media, LLC. (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive manga and animation licensing and publishing companies, announced ...

Basilisk Box Set
by Paul Gaudette (Thu 12-13-2007)

What They SayWhen honor means nothing and power is everything, can love survive? A legendary pair of rival ninja clans battle to end years of slaughter as a forbidden love struggles to prevail. Fate will decide if the ultimate declaration must be made: To...

Interview with Mike Carey
by JENNIFER M. CONTINO (Sat 11-25-2006)

Writer Mike Carey is getting all technical on us, through his work with the Ultimate Universe's version of The Vision.  Carey and artist Brandon Peterson have got five issues to further her story and we've got a few details from Carey on what that st...


Basilisk Vol. #1 (also w/limited edition)
by Chris Beveridge (Mon 08-07-2006)

What They SayWhen honor means nothing and power is everything, can love survive? A legendary pair of rival ninja clans battle to end years of slaughter as a forbidden love struggles to prevail. Fate will decide if the ultimate declaration must be made: To...

Mousecartoon DVD
by Brian Thomas (Tue 08-17-2004)

With the release of their new direct-to-DVD animated feature THREE MUSKETEERS (see spotlight below), Disney introduces their new standard menu designs for their new DVDs. Using the imaginative (and copyrightable) terms "FastPlay" and "EasyFind", these men...

SOCIETY FOR THE PROMOTION OF JAPANESE ANIMATION ANNOUNCES SPJA INDUSTRY AWARD FINALISTS AT TOKYO INTERNATIONAL ANIME FAIR (Thu 03-27-2008)

Bandai Entertainment Leads with Most Nominations Followed by Viz Media, Geneon Entertainment, Bandai Visual and FUNimation Entertainment Anaheim, California (March 27, 2008) The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA), the overseeing bo...

Ninja Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 08-02-2005)

What They SayBehold the lusty world of the female ninja, or in Japanese, Kunoichi. Shinobu will use her whole body, from her breast to the pussy, her sexual super moves will both pleasure and destroy her enemies! This lusty female ninja will blow your min...


Ninja Nonsense Vol. #3
by Chris Beveridge (Thu 10-26-2006)

What They SayTake the comedy of SOUTH PARK, combine it with one totally cute (and naive) ninja-girl trainee, a horde of ninjas under the perverse tutelage of her headmaster: a strange, yellow, spherical, pudgy... creature... named Onsokumaru, and you get ...

Ninja Scroll (-)

What They SayFeudal Japan 211; a time of danger, intrigue and deception. Jubei is a masterless ninja who travels the land alone, hiring his services to those with gold230;or a worthy cause. His fearsome abilities have served him well, but a hideous ...

I-Ninja (Sat 07-12-2003)

Plot:Take a brash 18-year-old with a penchant for showing off, put him in a ninja suit and the end result is I-Ninja, Namco's latest creation. After he inadvertantly slays his sensei, the fate of the world rests on his laurels. Can this wannabe ninja save...

Pop Japan Travel Site 'Relaunch and 2007 Spring Tours (Tue 11-21-2006)

11/21/06 (Los Angeles, California) - Pop Japan Travel, established in 2003 by Digital Manga, Inc., is proud to announce its long-due site renewal, along with the showcase of the much-anticipated Spring 2007 tour schedule. The new site layout (www.popjapa...


VIZ MEDIA BRINGS UNIQUE AND EXCITING ANIME PROPERTIES FOR ALL AGES AND INTERESTS TO 2007 LICENSING INTERNATIONAL EXPO (Tue 06-19-2007)

Industry Leader In Anime To Have Notable Presence With More Than A Dozen Properties In Booth 4505 New York, NY, June 19, 2007 " VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehensive publishing, animation and l...

Tenchi Muyo Ultimate Edition
by Steve Brandon (Mon 02-18-2002)

The Review!This review will be different from my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews. When I write my "Tenchi in Tokyo" reviews, it's within a few hours of seeing the episodes for the first time, so I'm recording my initial impressions. I first saw the "Tenchi Muyo...

Teen Stars from High School Musical to Roll Bounce Celebrate with Starlight Starbright Children s Foundation at NARUTOTM Premiere (Tue 06-05-2007)

San Francisco, CA, June 05, 2007 " Teen stars celebrated this weekend at the SPECIAL GALA PREMIERE of NARUTO™ THE MOVIE: NINJA CLASH IN THE LAND OF SNOW benefiting STARLIGHT STARBRIGHT CHILDREN'S FOUNDATION at the Harmony Gold Theater in Los Angeles on...

Comicscape - December 7, 2005
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 12-07-2005)

I got a great batch of mail from last week's column about Marvel's Ultimate and DC's All-Star imprints. But before we get to your letters, a couple of things happened in the comic world upon which I must opine. The X3 trailer hit the web on Monday. You ca...


Viz Media Showcases A Variety of New Titles at 2008 BookExpo America Show (Fri 05-30-2008)

Company To Offer A Dynamic Array Of Manga Titles For Children, Teens And Adults At Preeminent Publishing Event In Booth #1647 San Francisco, CA, May 30, 2008 - VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), one of the entertainment industry's most innovative and comprehens...

Anime Network Licenses Ninja Nonsense from the Right Stuf International (Fri 06-15-2007)

Hit Japanese Series to Make U.S. Television Debut HOUSTON, TX " June 14, 2007 " Bringing American television audiences the first look at a hot, new animated series from Japan, Anime Network announced today it has licensed The Right Stuf International...

Manga Lands At The London Expo: 28-29th October (Fri 10-27-2006)

MANGA ENTERTAINMENT UK know how they're going to spend their weekend " seeing you! Come visit the stand at the London Expo at the ExCel centre on 28th and 29th October and pick up lots of free goodies including a selection of Volume 1 DVD's for only a fi...

Ninja Resurrection
by Edward Etkin (Sat 02-16-2002)

The Review!I have been waiting for this disc for a while having often picked up the VHS box in a local store. While the title (even the font!) and the main character's name "Jubei" may seem familiar to fans of Ninja Scroll, these OAVs have nothing at all ...


Ninja Scroll
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 05-19-1998)

What They SayFeudal Japan 211;A time of danger, intrigue and deception230;.Jubei is a masterless ninja who travels the land alone, hiring his services to those with gold230;or a worthy cause. His fearsome abilities have served him well, but a hid...

Ninja Scroll TV Vol. #1
by Chris Beveridge (Sun 08-31-2003)

What They Say In feudal Japan, the Edo period brought a time of delicate peace bought with blood. Ninja Scroll: The Series chronicles the life of Jubei Kibagami as he wanders the countryside as a ninja for hire. At this time, ninja clans are everywhere. O...

VIZ MEDIA EUROPE APPOINTS TWO NEW EXECUTIVES (Tue 07-10-2007)

Pascal Bonnet to Head Up Licensing & Brand Management Isabelle Aghina to Oversee TV & DVD Sales and Distribution Paris, France, July 8, 2007 " VIZ Media Europe (VME), the Paris-based subsidiary of VIZ Media, LLC (VIZ Media), is pleased to announce the ...

Sword for Truth
by Chris Beveridge (Tue 07-25-2000)

What They SayAncient feudal Japan was ruled by clans of Shoguns and their rule was absolute! They owned the land and the people on it, but one man they did not own was Shuranosuke Sakaki the master swordsman. Bearing his distinctive 220;Scythes Of Deat...


Nabari no O Review
by Adrianne Hess (Fri 04-18-2008)

Junior high school student Rokujou Miharu lives a peaceful life with his grandparents in a scenic coastal village and assists them with their restaurant.  His life as he knows it is far away from the supposedly ancient world of ninjas and their nindo...

Hellsing Ultimate Vol. #1
by John Eriani (Tue 07-17-2007)

What They SayFor over a century, the Hellsing Organization has been secretly protecting the British Empire from the undead \"freaks,\" When Sir Integra Hellsing succeeded as the head of the organization; she also inherited the ultimate weapon against the ...

She, The Ultimate Weapon Vol. #1
by Bryan Morton (Thu 05-11-2006)

What They SayShe, the Ultimate Weapon is the story of Shuji and Chise, a couple of typical high school students living in a Hokkaido City, Japan at a time of war. When Chise offers Shuji her 'exchange diary' the first seeds of romance are sewn. As with mo...

STAR WARS EPISODE 1: THE ULTIMATE EDITION on Compact Disc
by Randall D. Larson (Sat 11-18-2000)

By fleshing out their initial single-disc soundtrack for STAR WARS EPISODE 1: THE PHANTOM MENACE into two discs, Sony Classical provides virtually every note of John Williams' score, including one cue dropped from the final release print. With 68 cues, th...


DVD Shopping Bag Column Has Arrived
by Robert T. Trate (Tue 09-04-2007)

Summer is over. Rob Zombie’s “Halloween” is the last official movie of the summer. Some will say that Hollywood actually went out with a bang with “Superbad”, but this humble moviegoer will say that Hollywood went out wi...

Right Stuf's Anime Today Interviews Voice Actors Liam O'Brien & Sam Regal (Sat 12-23-2006)

Plus holiday high jinks, reviews & a very special choral performance in podcast's 30th episode. GRIMES, IA, December 22, 2006 " Anime producer and mega-online anime retailer The Right Stuf International (TRSI) welcomes Liam O'Brien and Sam Regal to the...

'Ultimate Avengers 2' Cover art and specs
by Jim Harvey (Fri 06-02-2006)

This August, it's the Ultimate Rematch as Marvel Enterprises and Lionsgate release to DVD 'Ultimate Avengers 2', the sequel to the first-ever Marvel animated feature, starring some of the most popular super heroes in the Marvel Universe. Picking up where ...

Fruits Basket Ultimate Edition Vol.#01
by Greg Hackmann (Wed 12-26-2007)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Natsuki Takaya Translated by:Alethea & Athena NibleyAdapted by:Kelly Sue DeConnick & Jake ForbesWhat They SayCan\'t Miss Collector\'s Item: It\'s Furuba--The Ultimate Edition! Featuring a premium hardcover treatment with Fruit...


Hellsing Ultimate Vol. #1/#2
by Bryan Morton (Wed 09-10-2008)

While it started with a bang, the Hellsing TV series ended with more of a whimper.  It's a good thing, then, that Hellsing Ultimate has come along, promising to take one of the most promising vampire-based stories of recent years and do it right.&nbs...

Path of the Assassin (aka: Hanzou no Mon) Vol.#07
by Matthew Alexander (Thu 03-27-2008)

Creative TalentWriter/Artist:Kazuo Koike / Goseki KojimaTranslated by:Naomi Kokubo with assistance by Jeff CarlsonAdapted by:Naomi Kokubo with assistance by Jeff CarlsonWhat They SayVolume 7 continues the s