There is almost no need to introduce Gintama. This fan-favorite franchise has been one of the most legendary comic series ever. It is one of the most recognizable shows ever made. Hideaki Sorachi wrote the original Gintama Manga. There have been several anime, movie, and live-action adaptions made from this Manga. There are more than 60 million copies in circulation. The anime is also so popular because it has parody sequences of other popular anime. Many famous franchises, such as Dragonball, Doraemon, etc., find themselves in Gintama. Gintama New Season might be on the way.
The Manga was first released in 2003, and it ran until 2019. The first season of the anime aired from 2006 to 2010. In this, there were four original seasons. After that, there have been many variations of the anime airing with different names. Also, Three anime films have been made so far, with the last being Gintama: The Very Final, which released in 2021.
Gintama New Season: New Event Happening Soon!
The franchise has an upcoming event titled Gintama 2023 (Kari) on the way. The event is set to take place on March 19, 2023. It will be held at Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena. The series has held these events 6 times in the past. Thus, this is the seventh official event. Ahead of the event, the franchise has released an official key visual for it. There are a total of 77 volumes of the manga. The Manga has concluded. It is still content in the manga left to be adapted. The event is titled Gintama Ato no Matsuri 2023. The visual for the event shows the main cast depicting peace signs, except for Gintoki, the protagonist.
Will There Be A New Installment?
Fans of this show are very excited about its future as the event might unveil the production of a new project. Events such as these have often been to announce the renewal of shows. Gintama also has ample source material left to cover a new TV Anime or Movie. All of the main voice cast from the TV Anime will gather at this event.
However, there are slim chances that this is a new project announcement. Speculations suggest that this event is to bid farewell to the franchise once and for all. Thus, it may likely be the official end.
Gintama New Season: Release Dates
Until a new project is announced, there is no telling when and if fans will be able to see more of Gintama. The last we saw was in 2021. The upcoming event on March 19, 2023, is sure to unveil more details. This section will be updated accordingly. Thus, keep an eye out on The Anime Daily website for any further updates!