The second "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" film has released an English dub trailer and announced its cast, with the movie set to open in the U.S., Canada, U.K., and Ireland on May 1st.
The official English dub trailer and cast for the second "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" film have been revealed. The film is scheduled for release in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland on May 1st.
This news is relevant to web novel readers and the translation industry as it highlights the growing global reach and localization efforts for popular anime and manga franchises. The availability of English dubs for major releases like this indicates a strong international market demand, which can influence the types of content prioritized for translation and adaptation, including web novels that serve as source material.
Original source: https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2026-04-07/2nd-that-time-i-got-reincarnated-as-a-slime-film-reveals-english-dub-trailer-cast/.236198
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