The Art and Making of Ultraman: Rising

Take a deep dive into the making of Ultraman: Rising with this official comprehensive, lavishly illustrated coffee-table book, featuring exclusive imagery and commentary from the director and co-director.

When Tokyo is threatened by rising monster attacks, an all-star athlete reluctantly returns home to take on the mantle of Ultraman, discovering that his greatest challenge isn’t fighting giant monsters- it’s raising one.

The Art and Making of Ultraman: Rising goes behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the animated movie-making process. Starting at the genesis of the original idea, follow along as the team designs a baby kaiju, creates bold, stylized worlds, and crafts the emotional heart of the story, accompanied by expert commentary from cast and crew, including director and writer Shannon Tindle and co-director John Aoshima. A true love letter to Ultraman, the film and book are treats for fans of the classic Japanese show and those just discovering the character alike.

Drew Taylor is an author, film reporter and podcaster with over a decade of experience chronicling film news. He has contributed to The New York Times, Collider, Syfy and The Wrap, in addition to authoring The Art of Onward. He hosts two podcasts - Light the Fuse and Fine Tooning - showcasing his expertise in Mission Impossible and all things animation. Based in LA.