Knights of the Zodiac is a live-action film based on the popular international anime sensation, which brings the Saint Seiya saga to the big screen for the first time.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Famke Janssen attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
The story follows Seiya, a headstrong street teen played by Mackenyu, who spends his time fighting for money while searching for his kidnapped sister. During one of his fights, Seiya unwittingly taps into mystical powers he never knew he had, which thrusts him into a world of warring saints, ancient magical training, and a reincarnated goddess who needs his protection.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Nick Stahl, Mark Dacascos, Madison Iseman, Diego Tinoco and Famke Janssen attend the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
To survive, Seiya must embrace his destiny and sacrifice everything to take his rightful place among the Knights of the Zodiac.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Mark Dacascos, Famke Janssen, Diego Tinoco, Madison Iseman, Nick Stahl and Yoshi Ikezawa, Producer, attend the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
The film is directed by Tomek Baginski, with a screenplay by Josh Campbell & Matt Stuecken and Kiel Murray. It is based on the original stories and characters from The Manga “Saint Seiya” by Masami Kurumada.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Mark Dacascos, Famke Janssen and Nick Stahl attend the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
The film is produced by Yoshi Ikezawa, Joseph Chou, and Tim Kwok, with Kozo Morishita, Katsuhiro Takagi, Jeffrey Chan, and Rick Nathanson serving as executive producers.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Moderator Dan Larson, Yoshi Ikezawa, Producer, Mark Dacascos, Famke Janssen, Nick Stahl, Madison Iseman and Diego Tinoco attend the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
The film also features a talented cast, including Famke Janssen, Madison Iseman, Diego Tinoco, Mark Dacascos, Nick Stahl, and Sean Bean.
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Madison Iseman attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: General view of atmosphere at the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Famke Janssen attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Yoshi Ikezawa, Producer, Mark Dacascos and Famke Janssen attend the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Yoshi Ikezawa, Producer, attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Diego Tinoco attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Mark Dacascos attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)
Anaheim, CA – March 24, 2023: Famke Janssen attends the WONDERCON panel for Stage 6 Films and Toei Animation KNIGHTS OF THE ZODIAC at the Anaheim Convention Center. (Eric Charbonneau)Knights of the Zodiac
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