Blue Lock Live-Action Film Set to Premiere on August 7

Live-Action Blue Lock Film Set for August Release

The long-anticipated live-action adaptation of Blue Lock has confirmed its release date. The film will hit theaters in Japan on August 7. This announcement comes alongside a new trailer and visual shared by the official account on X.

First Look at Team Z

The trailer provides an exciting glimpse into the live-action portrayal of the Team Z members, showcasing their unique personalities and competitive spirit. The production has been teasing fans by revealing a new character each day, culminating in a striking visual featuring the eyes of all 12 main characters.

Production Details

Directed by Yusuke Taki and scripted by Tetsuo Kamata, the film is produced by CREDEUS, known for their success with the live-action adaptation of Golden Kamuy. Distribution is handled by TOHO.

Main Cast

The cast for the film includes:

• Fumiya Takahashi as Yoichi Isagi
• Kaito Sakurai as Meguru Bachira
• Kyohei Takahashi as Hyoma Chigiri
• Kota Nomura as Rensuke Kunigami
• Yuzu Aoki as Gurimu Igarashi
• Sho Nishigaki as Asahi Naruhaya
• Yuki Tachibana as Gin Gagamaru
• Raizo Ishikawa as Jingo Raichi
• Joey Iwanaga as Okuhito Iemon
• Shunya Asano as Wataru Kuon
• Yuki Sakurai as Yudai Imamura
• Yuki Kura as Ryosuke Kira

About Blue Lock

Based on the popular manga by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura, Blue Lock has achieved remarkable success, winning the Best Shonen Manga award at the Kodansha Awards in 2021. The series has inspired two anime seasons, with a third currently in production that will adapt the "New Hero Wars" arc. Additionally, an anime film titled Episode Nagi is scheduled for release in April 2024.

For more updates, stay tuned!

Source: Kudasai