NEON announced that Exit 8, the Japanese live-action adaptation of the video game, would begin its North American theatrical release on April 10, 2026. That date has passed. The announcement described a North American rollout, not a United States-only release. NEON’s film page identifies the distributor and release date.
What was announced about Exit 8’s release?
NEON announced a North American theatrical start date of April 10, 2026, for Exit 8. The announcement concerned a nationwide theatrical release across North America; it should not be recast as a U.S.-only date. The date is now historical, rather than an upcoming release window.
For current viewing options, check local theaters and storefront catalogs directly. An Apple TV listing identifies the film as Japanese-language horror/thriller and gives its runtime as 1 hour 35 minutes, but catalog availability can vary by location and date. That listing does not establish every current U.S. rental, purchase, or streaming option.
When did the film open in Japan?
The film opened in Japan on August 29, 2025, with Toho identified as its Japanese distributor. Its North American theatrical announcement came after that domestic release. AOI Pro.’s official film listing gives the Japanese release date and reports opening figures for the production committee.
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- 671,840 admissions in Japan over the first three days, August 29–31, 2025.
- ¥953,910,900 in Japanese box-office revenue over those same three days.
- The production committee reported that the film ranked first by three-day revenue among Japanese live-action films released in 2025.
These are Japanese opening-period figures, not North American box-office results.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.What is the film about, and who made it?
Exit 8 is a live-action adaptation of the video game created by KOTAKE CREATE. Directed by Genki Kawamura, it follows a man trapped in a subway station who must spot anomalies as he tries to reach Exit 8. NEON’s official film page describes the corridor as central to the film’s unsettling premise.
The setup translates the game’s focused task—watch carefully for irregularities while moving through a seemingly repeating passage—into a horror-thriller scenario. The film’s Japanese theatrical release was distributed by Toho; NEON was named as its North American distributor.
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