Studio Ghibli Is Back With Epic New 15 Movie Release

Published Sep 25, 2026, 11:00 PM EDT Casandra Ronning is a staff writer for Screen Rant's anime section. Since mid-2024, she has dedicated herself to expanding her knowledge and experience in the entertainment industry. She is most proud of conducting an exclusive interview with popular voice actor Stephanie Nadolny. Studio Ghibli is known for its catalog of beloved films that range from whimsical and magical to emotional and grounded masterpieces that are perfect for a quiet night. No matter where or what age someone is, Ghibli has proven time and again that its films resonate with a universal audience, with countless fans around the world eager for what the studio may produce next. Now, the studio is back with some of its most recognizable and acclaimed films with the upcoming limited restock of its steelbook collection, giving fans the chance to add their favorites to their personal collection. With preorders now live and a release date approaching, fans can bring home 15 of Ghibli’s greatest films in stunning, display-worthy editions. Studio Ghibli Is Rereleasing Its Limited Steelbook Collection Custom Image by Casandra Ronning The limited steelbook editions are scheduled to be released on September 29, 2026, but preorders are currently open on Amazon. While not every Ghibli title is available, the collection includes a wide variety of films from both Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, as well as two titles from director Hiromasa Yonebayashi and one by Miyazaki’s son, Gorō Miyazaki. Many titles in the collection include discs for both DVD and Blu-ray, with bonus content including various interviews and behind-the-scenes extras. At the time of writing, preorder pricing varies between the steelbooks, with some listed at or below $19.99, while others are priced at $33.96. There is also limited stock remaining for a 10-set steelbook collection directed by Hayao Miyazaki. The 15 films being rereleased on September 29 are From Up on Poppy Hill, Grave of the Fireflies, Howl’s Moving Castle, Kiki’s Delivery Service, My Neighbor Totoro, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Only Yesterday, Ponyo, Porco Rosso, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, The Secret World of Arrietty, The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, The Wind Rises, and When Marnie Was There. The Lineup Includes Some of Ghibli’s Greatest Films Ever Created Several films in the collection stand among Studio Ghibli’s most defining works and are arguably some of animation’s most popular achievements as a whole. Titles like My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Howl’s Moving Castle are some of the most recognizable anime films, with each one offering stunning hand-drawn animation as well as meaningful, universal themes. Other titles are critically acclaimed, must-watch masterpieces that have earned 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. The Tale of the Princess Kaguya, Grave of the Fireflies, and Only Yesterday, all directed by Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata, are some of the studio’s most moving and heaviest works. Compared with Miyazaki’s more widely recognized films, Takahata’s films are far more grounded and best suited to an older audience, given their slower, more introspective pacing and themes of war, identity, memory, and morality. For those who may not be familiar with each of the 15 titles making a comeback, rest assured that every single one is magical, beautiful, and absolutely worth watching. While not every Ghibli film is getting a collector's steelbook edition, such as Whisper of the Heart or The Cat Returns, the 15 titles that are returning give fans a chance to take home their favorite films, even if they missed the first limited run or are only just now learning of the beautiful editions. For those who may not be familiar with each of the 15 titles making a comeback, rest assured that every single one is magical, beautiful, and absolutely worth watching. Ghibli’s latest return might not be a new film, but the return of its popular steelbook collection is still incredibly exciting. With films ranging from some of Ghibli’s oldest works to some of their latest, the collection covers nearly every corner of the studio’s catalog. The 15 steelbooks coming back are gorgeous and worthwhile editions for any fan looking to preserve some of Studio Ghibli’s best works yet. ​​​​​​​