Doraemon Takes On Victorian London: Next Anime Movie Drops Premiere Date and Trailer

Toho and Shin-Ei Animation have officially announced that the 46th feature film in the iconic franchise, Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Steam Time Locomotive (known in Japan as Eiga Doraemon: Nobita no Jōki Jikansha), will premiere in Japanese theaters on March 5, 2027. The upcoming anime film places the beloved robotic cat and his companions right into the heart of 19th-century Victorian London. Directed by veteran series artist Rushio Moriyama and written by acclaimed sci-fi scriptwriter Makoto Ueda, the project brings a fresh industrial aesthetic and high-stakes temporal adventures to big screens nationwide.

Key Information

• Official Website: Doraemon Movie Portal
• Official Social Media: @doraeiga on X
• Production Studio: Shin-Ei Animation
• Distributor: Toho
• Genre: Anime, Science Fiction, Time Travel, Adventure
• Streaming Home for Past Films: Crunchyroll

What Is the Plot of Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Steam Time Locomotive?

The story kicks off when Nobita and his core group of friends utilize a new locomotive-themed time machine mechanism to travel back to 19th-century London. Caught in the height of the Industrial Revolution, the crew finds themselves navigating steam-powered gearwork, fog-covered cobblestone streets, and unexpected temporal anomalies that threaten the flow of history itself.

The film centers around the core narrative theme that every small choice shapes the course of history, promising a mix of classic sci-fi tropes, gadgets, and historic British landscapes.

Who Is Directing and Writing the 2027 Doraemon Film?

The creative team behind the 46th movie features a mix of seasoned series veterans and celebrated sci-fi storytellers:

• Director Rushio Moriyama: A staple talent within the franchise who has served as a storyboard artist and episode director for the Doraemon television anime since 2020. This film marks his feature-length directorial debut for a theatrical Doraemon project.
• Screenwriter Makoto Ueda: A master of temporal narratives best known for his clever work on time-bending anime such as The Tatami Galaxy, Tatami Time Machine Blues, and Penguin Highway. His expertise in memory loops and intricate timeline puzzles brings a strong narrative foundation to the film’s Victorian setting.