A year in the life of professional gamer Daigo Umehara is the subject of a feature-length documentary! “ReBEAST: Umehara—A Life Bet on 1/60 of a Second” opens nationwide on January 29.

SAMANSA Co., Ltd. has announced that " ReBEAST: Umehara—A Life Bet on 1/60 of a Second, " a standalone feature-length documentary film that closely follows professional gamerDaigo Umehara (known as " Umehara "), will be released nationwide starting Friday, January 29, 2027.
To coincide with the announcement of the film’s production and release, a teaser visual and teaser trailer have also been unveiled.

Feature-Length Documentary "ReBEAST: Umehara—A Life Bet on 1/60 of a Second" Set for Release! Teaser Video Also Unveiled

The film is produced by SAMANSA Co., Ltd., which operates the short film streaming service “ SAMANSA.”
This marks the company’s first foray into feature-length film production.

• Release Date: Friday, January 29, 2027
• Distributor: Tokyo Theatres

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To coincide with the release announcement, the teaser visual and teaser trailer have also been unveiled!
The teaser visual features a blue color scheme and captures Daigo Umehara in a pose that foreshadows a new battle.

A feature-length documentary following Daigo Umehara through a tumultuous year

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The story begins with this legend—who has fought alone until now—joining “REJECT.”
After joining, he takes on new challenges at “Jūdō,” a fighting game event he founded himself.
Don’t miss the tension-filled match scenes between players, unfolding on a stage unlike any typical tournament.

From joining “REJECT” to taking the stage at “Jūdō,” what was the turbulent year like for Daigo Umehara as he entered his 40s?
Why does Daigo Umehara—known as a legend with a long list of achievements—continue to take on new challenges even now?
The film captures not only his victories but also his defeats and the journey of his challenges, showing a professional gamer facing himself once again.

“ReBEAST ~Umehara: A Life Bet on 1/60 of a Second~” opens nationwide on January 29!

This film, which delves into Daigo Umehara’s life, opens nationwide on Friday, January 29, 2027!
Why not witness his heroic journey on the big screen?
For more details about the film, check out the official “ReBEAST: Umehara—A Life Bet on 1/60 of a Second” website or the official X account ( @rebeast_umehara ).