Crayon Shin-chan Movie 04: Henderland no Daibouken
1996 · 30 years ago
Crayon Shin-chan Movie 04: Henderland no Daibouken first aired in 1996.
7.4 Score
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Premiered on this day30 years agoCrayon Shin-chan Movie 04: Henderland no Daibouken
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Initial D First Stage
1998 · 28 years ago
Initial D First Stage first aired in 1998.
8.4 Score
The Eden of Grisaia
2015 · 11 years ago
The Eden of Grisaia first aired in 2015.
7.7 Score
Case Closed Movie 01: The Time Bombed Skyscraper
1997 · 29 years ago
Case Closed Movie 01: The Time Bombed Skyscraper first aired in 1997.
7.9 Score
Love Hina
2000 · 26 years ago
Love Hina first aired in 2000.
7.1 Score
Sound! Euphonium: Our Promise: A Brand New Day
2019 · 7 years ago
Sound! Euphonium: Our Promise: A Brand New Day first aired in 2019.
7.8 Score
Detective Conan Movie 18: Dimensional Sniper
2014 · 12 years ago
Detective Conan Movie 18: Dimensional Sniper first aired in 2014.
8.1 Score
Detective Conan Movie 07: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital
2003 · 23 years ago
Detective Conan Movie 07: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital first aired in 2003.
7.8 Score
Initial D First Stage
1998 · 28 years ago
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Initial D First Stage
1998 · 28 years ago
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Initial D First Stage
1998 · 28 years ago
Premiered 28 years ago today in 1998 — love it or hate it, nobody agrees on Initial D First Stage.
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Initial D First Stage
1998 · 28 years ago
Next chapter: Initial D 2nd Stage
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Detective Conan Movie 18: Dimensional Sniper
2014 · 12 years ago
Premiered 12 years ago today in 2014 — highly rated but flew under the radar.
8.1 Score
Himouto! Umaru-chan OVA
2017 · 9 years ago
Himouto! Umaru-chan OVA aired its finale in 2017.
7.2 Score
Psychic Princess
2019 · 7 years ago
Psychic Princess aired its finale in 2019.
7.6 Score
Carried by the Wind: Tsukikage Ran
2000 · 26 years ago
Carried by the Wind: Tsukikage Ran aired its finale in 2000.
7.2 Score
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Crayon Shin-chan Movie 04: Henderland no Daibouken premiered 30 years ago today
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Thirty years ago, the fourth theatrical outing for the rambunctious Shin-chan, Henderland no Daibouken, hit Japanese cinemas. The film sees our pint-sized protagonist and his friends whisked away to a mysterious theme park called Henderland, only to discover it's a front for a sinister plot. This installment is notable for its more elaborate fantasy setting and surreal humor, pushing the boundaries of what a children's movie could be.
Fans still appreciate this film for its sheer imaginative chaos and the way it balances childlike wonder with genuinely unsettling moments. It's a wild ride that showcases the creative freedom the franchise often embraced in its movie releases, offering a unique experience beyond the usual TV series antics.
Premiered on this day Initial D First Stage
Initial D First Stage first aired in 1998.