Doraemon fans are getting their next theatrical adventure this spring. The franchise announced a new film titled Eiga Doraemon: Nobita no Jōki Jikansha (Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Steam Time Locomotive) that will transport the beloved robot cat and his friends to Victorian-era London.

The story kicks off when Nobita and his crew use a time machine to travel back to 19th century England. Given the film's subtitle references to a steam locomotive, expect the gang to encounter the Industrial Revolution's mechanical marvels during their journey.

Rushio Moriyama, who has worked as a storyboarder and episode director on the Doraemon anime since 2020, is helming the film. The script comes from Makoto Ueda, known for his work on The Tatami Galaxy, Tatami Time Machine Blues, and Penguin Highway—a pedigree that suggests this entry will blend heartfelt storytelling with imaginative world-building.

This spring 2027 release follows the 2026 Doraemon film, New Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil, which opened in Japan on February 27. The franchise has maintained its annual theatrical release schedule, making these movies a consistent draw for families and longtime fans across Asia.

Doraemon's film series has long been a staple of Japanese cinema, often combining time-travel adventures with historical settings. The shift to London marks another interesting departure from the series' typical Japanese and fantastical backdrops, suggesting the filmmakers are exploring fresh territory while keeping the core appeal of the characters and their gadget-powered escapades intact.

More details about the film, including voice cast confirmations and additional plot information, are expected to emerge as the 2027 spring release window approaches.