Well, guess what, 2023 is here and we are very excited to see what awaits us in terms of the entertainment we are about to receive. As usual, this year also has been hype for a variety of anime movies.
We have seen the likes of many great anime movies in the year 2022, but let’s explore a few and the most anticipated anime movies of the year 2023.
Anime movies are a great source of entertainment and are getting a lot of attention at the moment. Detective Conan, Sasaki to Miyano, and Black Clover are some of the most anticipated anime movies of the year 2023.
Anime Movies:2023(Jan-Mar)
1Meitantei Conan Haibara Ai Monogatari: Kurogane no Mystery Train
Release date – 2023-01-06
It’s almost been 16 years since the release of Detective Conan, the anime series. It is one of the shows that has been running for as long as we can remember.
Fortunately, the movies of Detective Conan are as good as the series themselves and the new movie is all set to be released on January 1st of 2023. It is going to be aired by TMS entertainment and will be directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa.
I. Synopsis
This new movie of Detective Conan is going to focus on Ai Haibara’s past. This movie is going to show the meeting between Haibara and Conan for the first time, also the mystery train arc will be reconstructed from the anime series.
2SSSS.Gridman
Release date – 2023-01-20
The SSSS.Gridman compilation film will premiere in Japan on January 20, 2023. This film is going to have a 2-week limited run in the cinemas. This information was posted on the official website of Gridman universe.
Yoshiyuki Kaneko (SSSS.Gridman anime’s assistant director) will be directing the SSSS. Gridman film and will be released by Trigger Studios.
3Aikatsu! 10th Story ~Mirai e no Starway~
Release date – 2023-01-20
Aikatsu! 10 STORY ~Mirai e no STARWAY~ is the third special short film of the Aikatsu! series. It was first announced on April 14, 2022, and is being released by Bandai Namco pictures and directed by Ryuichi Kimura.
I. Synopsis
This is a sequel to Aikatsu Planet! The Movie. The duo unit “Cosmos”, composed of Ichigo and Akari, has a first successful live event. Time passes and they are now in the third year of High School.
The realization soon hits the duo as they want to continue their idol activities even after school. However, they have to make this important decision with care.
4Gold Kingdom and Water Kingdom
Release date – 2023-01-27
Gold Kingdom and Water Kingdom is a romance story that will be officially released in theaters on January 27, 2023. The movie is being handled by Madhouse studio and will be directed by Kotono Watanabe.
I. Synopsis
This movie is a story of two rival kingdoms who argued over the smallest things. These petty arguments soon turned into a war. The Gods intervened and ordered the kingdoms to exchange the most beautiful girl and the most intelligent young man for bride and bridegroom, respectively.
Saara and Naranbayar are forced into the marriage to protect the peace between these countries but find themselves gradually falling in love.
5Lupin III vs. Cat’s Eye
Release date – 2023-01-27
Lupin III vs. Cat’s Eye, the Movie is technically an ONA that will be released on January 27, 2023. It is being directed by Kōbun Shizuno and will be handled by TMS entertainment.
I. Synopsis
Lupin III is a great phantom thief who never misses his target while the Cat’s Eye is the three pretty sisters who run a café sometimes while the other times they are busy being phantom thieves.
Both parties end up targeting “Three Paintings” which was left behind by the father of Cat’s Eye. This leads to an ultimate and exhilarating showdown between Lupin and the Cats.
6Blue Giant
Release date – 2023-02-17
Blue Giant is one of the movies I have high expectations for. The manga was splendid and we can only hope the movie holds up. Blue Giant will be released on the 17th of February by TOHO animation. It is being directed by Yuzuru Tachikawa
I. Synopsis
Dai Miyamoto is in the basketball club in middle school. One day, his friend takes him to a live jazz performance. This inspires him deeply and decides to become the world’s best Jazz player!
He begins to practice his tenor sax all by himself every single day, without any ability to read sheet music. While facing these hardships Dai Miyamoto blows away at his saxophone with this passion.
7Sasaki to Miyano: Sotsugyo-hen
Release date – 2023-02-17
Okay, let’s be honest, when it comes to the BL department, the anime is mostly weird and have insane levels of toxicity. However, once I saw the trailer for Sasaki to Miyano, I knew that it was going to be a super cute, non-toxic show.
And surprise, surprise! the show ended up being exactly what I expected it to be. A short film is on its way and the fans are more than thrilled. Sasaki to Miyano: Sotsugyo-hen will be released on 17th February by Studio Deen. It is directed by Shinji Ishihara.
I. Synopsis
The plot will mainly concentrate on how the two titular characters deal with Sasaki’s graduation. We can expect some differences that will be created due to the distance and how they overcome the same.
8Hirano to Kagiura
Release date – 2023-02-17
Hirano to Kaguira is another non-toxic, healthy Japanese BL. It’s an endearing story similar to Sasaki to Miyano and focuses on the romance between two high-school roommates.
Hirano to Kaguira will be released on 17 February 2023 alongside Sasaki to Miyano by Studio Deen. It is also directed by Shinji Ishihara.
I. Synopsis
High school freshman Akira Kagiura and his senior Taiga Hirano have been roommates for nearly 6 months. Kagiura is generally an anxious person but was able to rest easy thanks to his upperclassman, Hirano looking out for him.
As he continues to rely on Hirano more, he slowly starts to fall for his senior and is determined to ask him out before the 6 months come to an end.
9Make My Day
Release date – 2023-02
Netflix has announced the release date of Make My Day which is a horror and suspense ONA. It will be released in February 2023 but the exact date is not yet revealed. It is being handled by 5 Inc. and is being directed by Makoto Honda.
I. Synopsis
On a cold planet of ice and snow, mysterious creatures suddenly start to appear from the dark underground. These vicious creatures attack the inhabitants. Can humanity survive and avoid doomsday?
10Doraemon the Movie 2023: Nobita’s Sky Utopia
Release date – 2023-03-03
Doraemon: Nobita’s Sky Utopia is an upcoming science fiction adventure film. It will be the 42nd Doraemon movie which is scheduled to be released on 3 March 2023. It is directed by Takumi Doyama.
I. Synopsis
Doraemon, Nobita, and his friends go to find Utopia, a perfect land in the sky where everyone lives with happiness. They use an airship with a time warp function to find the same. However, some unexpected events unfold.
11SSSS.Dynazenon
Release date – 2023-03-10
The SSSS.DYNAZENON compilation film will premiere in Japan on March 10, 2023. Yoshihiro Miyajima (SSSS.Dynazenon anime’s assistant director) is directing the SSSS.Dynazenon film at Studio Trigger.
Similar to the compilation film of SSSS.GRIDMAN, this film will run for a limited period of 2 weeks in theaters.
Release date – 2023-03-24
Gekijō-ban Argonavis Axia is a Japanese multimedia project by Bushiroad which is being directed by Shigeru Morikawa. It is all set to release on 24 March 2023.
13Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King
Release date – 2023-03-31
Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King might be one of the most anticipated anime films of the year 2023. Netflix has announced its release date and the movie is set to release on 31st March 2023.
I. Synopsis
Based on the information from the trailers, we can expect the focus of the film to be majorly on the Black Bull squad. We will likely get to see the weaker members of the squad take on the goons of Julius.
We will also get to see Asta and Yami take on strong enemies to once again save the Clover Kingdom.
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