'Medalist' Announces Exciting Sequel Movie for 2027

Exciting Announcement for 'Medalist' Fans

During a pre-screening event for the highly anticipated Medalist Season 2, held at Marunouchi Piccadilly in Tokyo, it was revealed that a sequel movie is scheduled for release in 2027. This exciting news has generated buzz among fans eager for more content from this popular series.

Upcoming Season and Movie Details

The sequel movie will continue the storyline established in the second season, which is set to start airing on January 25 at 1:30 a.m. on TV Asahi's NUMAnimation programming block, with additional broadcasts on CS TV Asahi and BS Asahi.

Produced by ENGI, the animation studio known for its high-quality productions, the first season of Medalist, based on Tsurumaikada's figure skating manga, premiered in Winter 2025. The series has been globally accessible, available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu in the U.S., making it a favorite among international anime viewers.

Manga Background

The source manga has been serialized in Monthly Afternoon since May 2020 and has seen steady releases, with the 13th volume published last June and the forthcoming 14th volume expected on January 22. Kodansha USA has worked to provide English versions of the series, having licensed the manga in March 2021 and recently releasing the 13th volume digitally.

For fans and newcomers alike, the upcoming season and movie are certainly events to look forward to in the anime calendar!

Source: MyAnimeList