Hundreds of Blu-rays are currently discounted at Barnes & Noble, offering a prime opportunity for collectors to expand their libraries without overspending. The sale heavily features iconic anime films, with Studio Ghibli titles dominating the promotion. You can find steelbooks for nearly every major Ghibli film at steep price cuts, alongside discounted classics like Ghost in the Shell and Akira.
This anime Blu-ray sale runs from now until May 31, making it the perfect time to secure these titles before they return to full price.
Studio Ghibli Steelbooks on Sale
Studio Ghibli films are undoubtedly the highlight of this event. Dozens of steelbooks are now priced at just $18.89, down from the original $27. These editions feature vibrant artwork and additional bonuses that make them highly recommended for any fan of the studio.
Many of these releases are bundled with exclusive booklets and special features, allowing you to dive deeper into your favorites. For example, the Howl’s Moving Castle steelbook includes:
- Feature-length storyboards
- An interview with author Diana Wynne Jones
- Original trailers
- Several other featurettes
While most of the discounted Studio Ghibli steelbooks are available on Blu-ray, collectors should note that The Boy and the Heron is offered in 4K. Below is a roundup of the discounted Studio Ghibli steelbooks and formats available during this sale.
Studio Ghibli Steelbooks (Blu-ray)
- The Boy and the Heron (4K) -- $31.49 (was $45)
- From Up on Poppy Hill -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Grave of the Fireflies -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Howl’s Moving Castle -- $18.89 (was $27)
- KiKi’s Delivery Service -- $18.89 (was $27)
- My Neighbor Totoro -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Only Yesterday -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Ponyo -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Porco Rosso -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Princess Mononoke -- $18.89 (was $27)
- The Secret World of Arrietty -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Spirited Away (Blu-ray) -- $18.89 (was $27)
- The Tale of Princess Kaguya -- $18.89 (was $27)
- When Marnie Was There -- $18.89 (was $27)
- The Wind Rises -- $18.89 (was $27)
Other Notable Anime Deals
Beyond Ghibli, the sale includes significant discounts on other seminal anime titles. Ghost in the Shell is available on 4K Blu-ray for $11.49, a massive drop from its usual $23 price point. This edition includes the film in 4K, Blu-ray, and digital formats, with support for Dolby Vision and Atmos, providing the most premium way to experience the classic in 2026.
Additionally, the Akira Steelbook (4K Blu-ray) is discounted to $24.49 (was $35). It arrives in a vivid red steelbook that will stand out on any shelf, offering fans a high-quality presentation of the gritty, dystopian story set in Neo-Tokyo.
Another standout is the Summer Wars Steelbook (4K). This film presents a wild narrative where a virtual world collides with reality, requiring young Kenji and his friends to stop things from spiraling out of control. Blending comedy and adventure, it is worth watching not just for its strange plot but also for its colorful, modern animation.
Many of these products are available in multiple formats. If you see a film you like but prefer a different version, check the link to see what else Barnes & Noble has in stock. Most of the list above features Blu-ray formats, but some films have two or three other options, such as DVD, 4K, or specific steelbook editions.
Anime Blu-ray, DVD, and Steelbooks
- A Silent Voice (Blu-ray) -- $18.89 (was $27)
- Akira Steelbook -- $24.49 (was $35)
- Belle Steelbook (Blu-ray) -- $23.09 (was $33)
- Evangelion:2.22 - You Can (Not) Advance (Blu-ray) -- $21 (was $30)
- Evangelion 3.0+1.11 Steelbook (Blu-ray) -- $25.89 (was $37)
- The Girl Who Leapt Through Time Steelbook (4K) -- $29 (was $37)
- Ghost in the Shell (4K) -- $11.49 (was $23)
- Millenium Actress (Blu-ray) -- $21 (was $30)
- Paprika (Blu-ray) -- $14 (was $20)
- Perfect Blue (4K) -- $39 (was $50)
- Summer Wars Steelbook (4K) -- $28.79 (was $36)
- Vampire Hunter D (Blu-ray) -- $18 (was $30)
- Wolf Children (4K) -- $25.89 (was $37)