'Hunter X Hunter' Movie To Be Released In The Philippines On May 15

The first "Hunter X Hunter" movie has been given a Philippine release date and it's sooner than we expected.

Hunter X Hunter Gets Philippine Release Date

Noypi Anime fans and Otakus will be able to watch the much-awaited film on May 15, 2013 exclusively in SM Cinemas.

Titled "Hunter X Hunter: Phantom Rouge," the movie follows an original story which centers around Kurapika who became a Hunter to take vengeance on the Class-S crime group Phantom Troupe who massacred his clan for their unique eyes. The eyes of the Kurta clan turn scarlet in times of anger or emotional agitation and are considered the most beautiful treasures in the world. Kurapika continues to pursue the Phantom Troupe but an unknown party has stolen his "scarlet eyes". With the help of Gon, Killua and Leorio, Kurapika' s life was saved. However, the Phantom Troupe shows up before them and blocks their way. The true identity of the one with the No.4 spider tattoo is about to be unveiled.

"Hunter X Hunter: Phantom Rouge" was a blockbuster hit when it was release in Japan ealier this year, 456,779,000 yen (about US$5,143,930) during its opening weekend.

Check out the trailer of the said "Hunter X Hunter" movie below: