{
  "id": 1143854,
  "title": "Tetsuya Nomura Teases Involvement in Kingdom Hearts Anime Series, Tells Fans to Let Their 'Imagination Run Wild' | D23 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/tetsuya-nomura-teases-involvement-in-kingdom-hearts-anime-series",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-15T22:57:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/tetsuya-nomura-teases-involvement-in-kingdom-hearts-anime-series-tells-fans-to-let-their-imagination-run-wild-d23-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kingdom Hearts franchise creator Tetsuya Nomura has revealed plans for a new Kingdom Hearts anime series, teasing that fans are encouraged to let their imaginations run wild. The Square Enix and Final Fantasy veteran shared the news on X/Twitter following the series' surprise appearance at D23 2026 Disney Entertainment Showcase. The anime, set to debut on Disney+, will incorporate elements from Pixar's Coco and introduce a new Keyblade-wielding character in ethereal artwork. While Nomura could not provide specifics about the anime's timeline, he assured fans that the project is in consultation with the scenario and art teams, who have already designed new characters. Kingdom Hearts fans are known for their speculation, and with no release date or window announced, the anime's debut remains a mystery. Disney Kids & Family president Ayo Davis praised the creative team's work on the series, emphasizing its unique blend of adventure and imagination. The Kingdom Hearts anime will be revealed at a Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts panel at D23, and updates will be shared as they become available.",
  "summary": "Kingdom Hearts creator Tetsuya Nomura has one message for fans when it comes to its mysterious new Disney+ anime series: \"Please let your imagination run wild.\"",
  "key_points": [
    "Tetsuya Nomura plans Kingdom Hearts anime series with fan imagination encouraged.",
    "Anime set to debut on Disney+, blending Kingdom Hearts with Pixar's Coco.",
    "Keyblade-wielding character introduced in ethereal artwork, details undisclosed."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}