A Year in the Life of Pro Gamer Daigo Umehara Becomes a Feature Documentary! ReBEAST: Umehara, A Life Bet on 1/60th of a Second Releases January 29

SAMANSA Inc. announced that its solo feature documentary film closely following pro gamer Daigo Umehara, widely known as "The Beast," titled ReBEAST: Umehara, A Life Bet on 1/60th of a Second, will release in theaters nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 29, 2027.
Coinciding with the theatrical release announcement, a teaser visual and teaser trailer were also unveiled.

Feature Documentary Film ReBEAST: Umehara, A Life Bet on 1/60th of a Second Confirmed for Theatrical Release! Teaser Trailer Revealed

The film is produced by SAMANSA Inc., operator of the short-film streaming platform SAMANSA.
This marks the company's first-ever production of a feature-length film.

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

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Alongside the release announcement, the teaser visual and teaser trailer were officially revealed!
Dominated by striking blue tones, the teaser visual captures Daigo Umehara gearing up for a new battle.

A Feature Documentary Closely Following Daigo Umehara Through a Turbulent Year

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The story begins with the fighting game legend, who long competed as a lone wolf, joining the professional esports organization REJECT.
Following his signing, he pushes himself into even fiercer competition through Kemonomichi, the high-stakes fighting game showcase he founded himself.
Set on a stage completely distinct from standard esports tournaments, the intense, high-tension duels between players are an absolute must-see.

From joining REJECT to stepping onto the stage at Kemonomichi, what was this turbulent year like for Daigo Umehara as he entered his 40s?
Having achieved countless accolades and cemented his status as a living legend, why does Daigo Umehara continue to pursue new battles today?
Capturing not just triumphs, but defeats and the grueling process of challenging oneself, the documentary portrays the intimate journey of a pro gamer confronting himself once again.

ReBEAST: Umehara, A Life Bet on 1/60th of a Second Releases Nationwide in Japan on January 29!

This deep dive into Daigo Umehara's life will hit theaters nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 29, 2027!
Be sure to witness his inspiring journey on the big screen.
For more details on the film, visit the ReBEAST: Umehara, A Life Bet on 1/60th of a Second official website and the official X account (@rebeast_umehara).