The two films anime fans in North America NEED to watch in September 2024

Look Back and The Boy and the Heron are great anime films, but don't let those critically acclaimed films be the only ones you watch this year, as there are plenty more intriguing films that we think should be on your radar.

As reported by Crunchyroll, The Concierge and Trapezium, two very highly-rated anime films, are finally heading to a North American theater near you. The catch is, however, that both of these films will only be released in North American theaters for one day. After that, you'll have to either wait for the anime to return to theaters or for Crunchyroll to hopefully acquire the films.

Don't feel like missing out on this super exclusive release? We've got you covered! Here's everything to know about The Concierge and Trapezium!

Why you should stream The Concierge

North America theatrical release date: September 11

The Concierge tells the story of Akino, a young woman who is responsible for the well-being of a department store filled with walking and talking animals. The job may seem peculiar to those looking from the outside in, but for Akino, this is a job she absolutely doesn't want to mess up under any circumstances.

Between assisting them with shopping or serving them to ensure their day is made better, Akino is tasked with many responsibilities. So much so that she can't afford to have a single slip-up or she risks being let go with the knowledge that her best wasn't enough. Thus, Akino must strive to make sure that she is constantly putting her best foot forward and giving these animals the luxurious life they demand.

Read more of the official synopsis below:

"Akino is a trainee concierge at the Hokkyoku Department Store, an unusual department store that caters exclusively to animals. Under the watchful eyes of the floor manager and senior concierges, Akino runs around to fulfill the wishes of customers with a myriad of needs and problems in her pursuit to become a full-fledged concierge. "

-  PRODUCTION I.G

Check out the official trailer for The Concierge below!

Why you should stream Trapezium

North America theatrical release date: September 18

Yu Azuma has big dreams of becoming an idol and being a part of an all-girls group. Her passion leads her all over her city, recruiting girls with similar passions. Eventually, she forms a group and they set off to become a successful girl group.

If only they knew how difficult this journey would really be.

Between being told of all their limitations to having to cope that their talents may not compare to their fellow counterparts in the same industry, Yu Azuma and her fellow girl group members are faced with harsh truths at every turn. So long as they remember that it's not about the end goal but about the journey.

Here's the official synopsis for the film here:

"Driven by an unwavering passion for becoming an idol, Yu Azuma, a young, ambitious first-year student at Joshu East High School, embarks on a journey to form an idol group.

To make her dream a reality, she recruits one girl from each of her region’s four high schools (located to the north, east, south, and west) and soon finds her fellow group members.

With the help of Shinji Kudo, Yu's "collaborator" and confidante, these four young girls set off on the road to stardom. But the journey hides unexpected trials, rigorous demands, setbacks and pressures, threatening to undo all that Yu has worked so hard for."

- KADOKAWA

See all this and more in the official trailer for Trapezium here:

Remember, for one day and one day only, these films will be released at select North American theaters on respective days; The Concierge will arrive on Wednesday, Sept. 11, while Trapezium is coming on Wednesday, Sept. 18!

Enjoy these acclaimed titles while they last!