[Cultureville LLC] 60th Anniversary Special Screening of “The Sound of Music” will be released at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters from Friday, November 21st. Ahead of the release, we have received a message from the cast.
Cultureville LLC Press release: October 16, 2025 To Members of the Press The 60th Anniversary Special Screening of “The Sound of Music” will be released at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters from Friday, November 21st. Ahead of the release, we have received a message from the cast. This special theatrical screening commemorates the 60th anniversary of the production of “The Sound of Music,” a classic in Hollywood film history, brought back to the big screen for the first time in 4K digital remastering.
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https://youtube.com/shorts/_4RGpK7fMjA?feature=share Additional theaters have also been added. This theatrical release rights are limited to two weeks. Japanese theatrical screening rights will end on Thursday, December 4th, so don’t miss it. From November 21st (Friday) Hokkaido) TOHO Cinemas Susukino Tokyo) TOHO Cinemas Hibiya 109 Cinemas Futako Tamagawa Ibaraki) AEON Cinema Moriya Ishikawa) AEON Cinema Kanazawa Aichi) AEON Cinema Nagoya Chaya AEON Cinema Tokoname Osaka) Osaka Station City Cinema 109 Cinemas Minoh Fukuoka) AEON Cinema Fukuoka Miyazaki) Miyazaki Kinema-kan 11/27 (Thu) ~ Kagoshima) Gardens Cinema From November 28th (Fri) Tokyo) 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku* Kanagawa) 109 Cinemas Kohoku *109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku offers premium seating, and all theaters are equipped with the “SAION-SR EDITION-” sound system, designed by Ryuichi Sakamoto to deliver the most realistic sound possible, providing an immersive experience in the world of the film. Special admission prices are also available. The regular admission fee for CLASS A is ¥4,500 for adults (¥4,000 for Cinema Point members). The regular admission fee for CLASS S is ¥6,500 for adults (¥6,000 for Cinema Point members). If you have a disability certificate, you can use the CLASS Class A is 4,000 yen, and Class S is 6,000 yen. INTRODUCTION Beloved moments are brought to life in stunning new detail. Rodgers & Hammerstein™’s timeless musical film, The Sound of Music, has been painstakingly digitally remastered in 4K to celebrate its 60th anniversary, shining with unprecedented image and sound clarity. Restoration and remastering were carried out by the Walt Disney Film Restoration Team at 4K resolution, overseeing over nine months of digital scanning of the archival film and correcting blemishes, distortions, and other imperfections. “Our team is honored to restore this masterpiece and bring it to audiences worldwide in all its originally intended visual and audio glory,” said Kevin Shaffer, Director of Restoration and Library Management at The Walt Disney Company. This film was released in over 950 theaters in over 28 countries worldwide on September 12th, ahead of its Japanese release. Despite its limited release in North America, it became an
unprecedented hit, grossing over ¥160 million in just three days. Among the new releases, this 60-year-old classic made an impressive 10th place in the weekend box office rankings. Indeed, the appeal of this classic, with its simple yet powerful story despite the absence of flashy action, has proven its appeal across generations. Following its success in North America, a theatrical release has been announced for Japan! It will be released at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other locations from Friday, November 2nd. “The Sound of Music” has long been considered one of the greatest films of all time. This film won five Oscars at the 38th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and is now available in its first 4K remaster, offering the highest quality picture and sound for a more immersive experience. Theatrical trailer https://img.youtube.com/vi/zNt7J3HsEkA/sddefault.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNt7J3HsEkA Opens Friday, November 21st at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters Many beloved scenes are brought to life in beautiful, never-before-seen images. To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Rodgers & Hammerstein™’s timeless musical film, The Sound of Music, has been painstakingly digitally remastered in 4K, shining with unprecedented image and sound clarity. The Walt Disney Film Restoration Team restored and remastered the film at 4K resolution, overseeing more than nine months of digital scanning of the archival film and correcting dirt, distortion, and other imperfections. “Our team is honored to restore this classic so that audiences around the world can enjoy it in all its originally intended visual and audio glory,” said Kevin Shaffer, Director of Restoration and Library Management at The Walt Disney Company. This film was released in over 950 theaters in over 28 countries worldwide on September 12th, ahead of its Japanese release. Despite its limited release in North America, it became an unprecedented hit, grossing over ¥160 million in just three days. Among the new releases, this 60-year-old classic made an impressive 10th place in the weekend box office rankings. Indeed, the appeal of this classic, with its simple yet powerful story despite the absence of flashy action, has proven its appeal across generations. Following its success in North America, a theatrical release has been announced for Japan! It will be released at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other locations from Friday, November 2nd. “The Sound of Music” has long been considered one of the greatest films of all time. This film won five Oscars at the 38th Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and is now available in its first 4K remaster, offering the highest quality picture and sound for a more immersive experience. Comments from those involved in the global release Re-releasing The Sound of Music in theaters for its 60th anniversary is more than just a celebration. It’s an invitation to people around the world to experience this treasure of cinematic history on the big screen in its most stunning new 4K remaster. This stunning remaster will honor the film’s enduring legacy and lifelong moviegoers, while inspiring a new generation to be captivated by its music, message, and magic on the big screen. Worldwide Distribution: Trafalgar Executive Vice President: Kimberly Fuller Nothing beats the experience of seeing The Sound of Music on the big screen. Concord Originals Executive Vice President Sophia Dilly The re-release of The Sound of Music is a testament to the enduring power of this iconic masterpiece. As it celebrates its 60th anniversary, this new remaster will ensure our beloved classic is preserved for generations to come. Rogers & Hammerstein Brand Director: Imogen Lloyd Webber ■Film Overview Original Title: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Feature Length: 174 minutes (planned) Screenplay Materials: 4K DCP ( (The material is 4K, but may appear 2K depending on the screen.) Aspect Ratio: FLAT Sound: 5.1ch Director: Robert Wise Produced by: Robert Wise, Saul Chaplin Based on the novel by: Howard Lindsay, Russell Crouse Screenplay by: Ernest Lehman Cinematography: Ted McCord Editing: William Reynolds Music: Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II, Irwin Kostal Starring: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Eleanor Parker, Peggy Wood, Nicholas Hammond, and others Ticket Price: Same as regular movie ticket price Distributor: Cultureville LLC Movie information website: https://www.culture-ville.jp/soundofmusic Release Date: November 21st (Fri.) at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters Film Copyright: (C) 2025 20th Century Studios. Scene Copyright: “THE SOUND OF MUSIC” (C) 1965 20th Century Studios, Inc. All rights reserved. Reserved Released November 21st (Friday) at TOHO Cinemas Hibiya and other theaters About the Original 1965 Film On March 2, 1965, 20th Century Fox premiered The Sound of Music, directed by Robert Wise and starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer, at the Rivoli Theatre in New York City, where it enjoyed a record-breaking 93-week run. After its US release, The Sound of Music was named “the highest-grossing film of all time” by Variety magazine from 1966 to 1972, during which time it remained in theaters for four and a half years. This film alone gave the world many memorable songs, including Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Edelweiss,” “My Favorite Things,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Almost Seventeen,” and “The Lonely Goat’s Shepherd,” and it remains one of the most popular musical films ever made. In 1966, it won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture. About Rodgers & Hammerstein Richard Rodgers (composer, 1902-1979) and Oscar Hammerstein II
(librettist/lyricist, 1895-1960) joined forces in 1943 and became one of the most successful duos in American musical theatre. Prior to their collaboration, Rodgers teamed with lyricist Lorenz Hart to create musical comedies (such as “The Night Panther” and “The Young Troupe”). Hammerstein, meanwhile, collaborated with multiple composers, breathing new life into operetta with Sigmund Romberg and Vincent Youmans, and creating the groundbreaking classic “Show Boat” with Jerome Kern. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s first musical,
“Oklahoma!”, revolutionized live theater by introducing the integrated format known as the “musical play.” The duo went on to produce numerous hits, including stage musicals such as “Carousel,” “South Pacific,” “The King and I,” and “The Sound of Music,” as well as the film “State Fair” and the record-breaking television special “Cinderella.” Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musicals have won Tony Awards, Academy Awards, Grammy Awards, Emmy Awards, Pulitzer Prizes, and Olivier Awards, and their works continue to be enjoyed in theaters, concert halls, and cinemas around the world. About Global Distribution Affiliates About Trafalgar Releasing Trafalgar Releasing is a global leader in event cinema distribution, connecting fans to extraordinary cinematic experiences through collaborations with over 15,000 cinemas in 132 countries. Under its parent company, Trafalgar Entertainment, Releasing produces, acquires, markets, and distributes live and pre-recorded content, with global teams in the UK, US, and Germany. Past film credits include Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, BTS, Metallica, Pink Floyd, Coldplay, and Billie Eilish. For more information, please visit . About Concord Originals Concord Originals is Concord’s film and television division. The team develops and produces stories centered around Concord artists, music, and theatre. We produce feature films, series, and documentaries, working with a variety of partners, including Disney, HBO, Paramount, Netflix, Skydance, Nuyorican Productions, Samuel Goldwyn Films, 3AD, and Sky Arts. Concord Originals’ current and upcoming projects include the Emmy-nominated and Peabody Award-winning “Stax Records: The Legendary Memphis Label.” The company also produced the feature-length documentary “Cyndi Lauper: Let the Canary Sing,” directed by Alison Ellwood, and the star-studded “My Favorite Things: The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert,” which aired on PBS and Sky Arts. Scripted projects include a biopic about legendary blues musician Robert Johnson with Jesse Collins Entertainment, a remake of “The King and I” with Temple Hill for Paramount Pictures, and a limited series adaptation of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” for Disney with Skydance TV and Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions.