Anime fans, get ready to head back to the theaters! Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment just dropped some exciting news at the Annecy Animation Festival on June 10, 2025: they’ve snagged international theatrical rights for Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death – The Movie. This compilation film, already a hit in Japan with a cool 200,000 yen ($1.3 million) in its opening weekend, is set to light up screens in Europe, Latin America, and Australia this summer.
If you’re a Jujutsu Kaisen fan, you know the “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” arc from season two is pure gold. It dives into the younger days of Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto, two characters who basically steal the show with their complex friendship-turned-rivalry. This movie takes that arc, spruces it up with remixed sound, and brings it to the big screen for a fresh experience. Think of it as a love letter to fans who can’t get enough of Gojo’s swagger or Geto’s tragic arc, while also being a great way for newbies to jump into the Jujutsu Kaisen world.
The story takes us back to 2006, when Gojo and Geto were just young sorcerers tasked with protecting Riko Amanai, the Star Plasma Vessel. Without spoiling too much, let’s just say things get intense, and the fallout shapes the entire series. If you sobbed or cheered during season two, seeing these moments in a theater with upgraded sound—including a new acoustic version of Tatsuya Kitani’s “Where Our Blue Is”—is gonna hit different.
Jujutsu Kaisen has been a global juggernaut since its 2020 debut, with studio MAPPA and Shueisha turning Gege Akutami’s manga into a cultural force. The franchise’s last movie, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, raked in over $188 million worldwide, so it’s no surprise they’re bringing another chapter to theaters. Unlike Jujutsu Kaisen 0, which was an original story, this one’s a compilation, but don’t let that fool you—it’s been polished to feel like a proper cinematic event. Plus, with season three (covering the “Culling Game” arc) still cooking and likely not dropping until late 2025 or early 2026, this movie is the perfect way to keep the hype alive.
Crunchyroll’s been the go-to for streaming Jujutsu Kaisen’s first two seasons and Jujutsu Kaisen 0 with dubs and subs, and now they’re teaming up with Sony to bring this film to a huge chunk of the world. North America’s getting its own release on July 16, 2025, through GKIDS, but Crunchyroll and Sony are handling Europe, Latin America, and Australia, making sure fans everywhere get a chance to see Gojo and Geto in action. The “Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” arc already cleaned up at the 2024 Crunchyroll Anime Awards, snagging 11 wins like Anime of the Year and Best Cinematography, so you know this story’s got the goods.
Whether you’re a longtime fan itching to relive Gojo and Geto’s emotional rollercoaster or someone new curious about all the Jujutsu Kaisen buzz, this movie’s got you covered. It’s a chance to see one of anime’s biggest franchises on the big screen, with all the heart, action, and jaw-dropping visuals that made it a global hit. So, grab your popcorn and get ready for a summer trip back to the world of jujutsu sorcery.
Source: Variety
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