GKIDS

GKIDS is an American independent film distributor based in New York City with, according to the Los Angeles Times, a focus on "sophisticated, indie" animation. GKIDS releases mostly hand-drawn, international films—such as the works of Japanese anime studio Studio Ghibli—to North American audiences.

GKIDS
Company typePrivate
IndustryFilm distribution
Animation
Founded2008 (2008)
FounderEric Beckman
Headquarters
225 Broadway, Lower Manhattan, New York City
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U.S.
ProductsMotion pictures
WebsiteGKIDS Films

GKIDS also distributes computer animated and stop-motion films in addition to hand-drawn ones, as well as American films by independent filmmakers. The name is said to be an acronym for "Guerrilla Kids International Distribution Syndicate".

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