Studio Trigger Announces Fourth Collaboration Project of Hiroyuki Imaishi and Kazuki Nakashima
Studio Trigger has officially announced the fourth project directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi and written by Kazuki Nakashima. The duo, who previously created cult classics like Gurren Lagann, Kill la Kill, and Promare, what will they bring us this time? No title or visuals have been shared yet, but this announcement made by Trigger on July 4, 2026, caused a huge stir in the anime world.
The collaboration between Imaishi and Nakashima began in 2007 with Gurren Lagann. The team, then part of Gainax, became a worldwide phenomenon with its giant robots and madness-filled story. Then in 2013, they presented a revolutionary school action with Kill la Kill. In 2019, they took the visual spectacle to the peak with the film Promare. All three works were loved for their over-the-top animation, unforgettable characters, and the philosophy of "forget logic, feel".
Since its founding in 2011, Trigger has been known as a studio that centers the vision of Imaishi and Nakashima. Imaishi, a co-founder of the studio, has also worked on projects like Space Patrol Luluco and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. Nakashima, on the other hand, served as a writer on productions such as Darling in the Franxx and BNA: Brand New Animal. The reunion of this duo is akin to a manifesto, especially for fans of the action-mecha genre.
The announcement was made through Trigger's official channels, but no information was given about the project's genre, medium (TV series, film, OVA?), or release date. Based on past projects, this new work is expected to have a colorful, hyperkinetic, and emotional narrative. Considering that Nakashima often deals with themes of "humanity and solidarity," we might see one of his most mature stories yet.
Fans have already started producing theories on social media with the hashtag #Trigger4thProject. While some expect a return to the "Gurren Lagann universe," others imagine a completely new original work. Producers are expected to share more details in the coming months. Trigger making a presentation at an event like Anime Expo 2026 is also a possibility. We will closely follow the developments — because everything from Imaishi and Nakashima promises a visual feast not to be missed.
