Ultraman: Rising races onto Netflix in June 2024: Everything to know

Get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure as Ultraman: Rising races onto our Netflix screens this June 2024! Directed by Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima, this animated film is set to be an exciting summer addition that will surely have fans of the Ultraman Japanese science fiction franchise on the edge of their seats!

In the highly anticipated upcoming installment, we follow the story of Ken Sato, a baseball star who returns to Japan to take on the role of Ultraman, a superhero defending Earth. However, Ken faces unexpected challenges as he is compelled to raise a newborn kaiju monster, the offspring of his greatest enemy, as his own child...

For those who aren't too familiar with the Ultraman universe, it'a a sci-fi series featuring a race of aliens known as the "Ultras," advanced extraterrestrial beings from the M78 nebula. If you're curious about what awaits you in this animated adventure, you're in the right place! Join us as we dive into everything we know about the Ultraman universe and the upcoming Ultraman: Rising film below!

Everything we know about Ultraman: Rising

What is Ultraman: Rising about?

Ultraman: Rising is a new interpretation within this extensive Japanese science fiction franchise, offering a fresh take on the iconic superhero character and his adventures! As mentioned, the upcoming animated film follows Ken Sato, a baseball sensation forced to trade his bat for the Ultraman suit when Tokyo finds itself under a relentless barrage of monster mayhem. The official synopsis, as per Netflix Media Center, reads:

"With Tokyo under siege from rising monster attacks, baseball star Ken Sato reluctantly returns home to take on the mantle of Ultraman. But the titanic superhero meets his match when he is forced to adopt a 35-foot-tall, fire-breathing baby kaiju. Sato must rise above his ego to balance work and parenthood while protecting the baby from forces bent on exploiting her for their own dark plans."

- Netflix Media Center

Watch the official teaser for Ultraman: Rising below:

Who stars in Ultraman: Rising? (full cast)

Ultraman: Rising features an incredibly talented ensemble of talented voice actors. Leading the charge as Ken Sato, the man behind the Ultraman mask, is none other than the charismatic Christopher Sean. You might recognize him from his stellar performances in You, Hawaii Five-0, Days of Our Lives, and even the galaxy far, far away in Star Wars: Resistance. Joining this star-studded lineup, as per IMDb, include:

• Rob Fukuzaki as Game Commentator
• Hiro Nakamura as Kenji
• Gedde Watanabe as Professor Sato
• Tamlyn Tomita as Emiko
• Keone Young as Dr. Onda
• Frank Buckley as Announcer
• François Chau as Itow-san
• Julia Harriman as Ami Wakita
• Robert Yasumura as Kubo-san
• Artt Butler as Coach Shimura
• Karen Maruyama as Oba-chan
• Mayumi Yoshida as TV Reporter
• Mila O'Malley as Chiho
• Jon Ohye as Yakult Catcher
• Vic Chao as KDF Pilot #3
• Bret Marnell as KDF Flight Control
• Julia Kato as Umpire #3

Who is behind Ultraman: Rising?

Ultraman: Rising is the result of a dream team collaboration between Netflix Animation and Tsuburaya Productions. And when it comes to bringing the animated adventure to life, the talents at Industrial Light & Magic, a visual effects company, are the ones waving their magic wands! As mentioned the animated film is directed by Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima, and it is co-written with Marc Haimes.

In the words of Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima:

"Our team has worked hard to craft a story that fans and non-fans of this iconic character can enjoy. ULTRAMAN: RISING is a film for everyone. It’s a funny, action-packed, popcorn movie that tackles family, identity, and the struggle to maintain balance in an insane world. This June, we hope you’ll gather ‘round with the folks you love to see what happens when a titanic superhero rediscovers the power of family thanks to an unlikely ally- a sweet, 35-foot-tall, fire-breathing baby kaiju."

- Shannon Tindle and John Aoshima

When is Ultraman: Rising coming to Netflix?

Grab your capes and mark your calendars because the ultimate animated superhero showdown is about to hit your screens! Ultraman: Rising is all set to swoop onto Netflix worldwide, on June 14, 2024!

How many films in the Ultraman universe are there?

After delighting fans for decades, beginning with the original 1966 television series created by Eiji Tsuburaya and Tetsuo Kinjo, the Ultraman universe is expanding once more with the release of the 44th addition to the Ultraman family with the upcoming Ultraman: Rising, set to hit screens this summer.

With a rich history and a fan following that spans generations, Ultraman boasts a whopping collection of films and series. Among the animated gems, you'll find classics like Ultraman: The Adventure Begins, Ultraman: Towards the Future, and Ultraman: The Ultimate Hero.

To see the full list of films and series in the legendary franchise - click here!