Blue Lock Live-Action Film Announced, Set for Summer 2026 Release: Cast Trained Under Professional Soccer Players

The hit manga Blue Lock will be adapted into a live-action film, as announced today, September 28, at the event “Blue Lock Egoist Festa 2025” in Tokyo. Filming begins in mid-September, with release scheduled for summer 2026, coinciding with the World Cup year. The film will be distributed by Toho, with the cast to be revealed at a later date.

Production will be handled by CREDEUS, the studio behind live-action adaptations such as Kingdom, Golden Kamuy, and Kokuho. CREDEUS CEO Shinzo Matsuhashi explained:

“We were captivated by the energy of the original work and its uniquely Japanese story, which embodies the essence of manga. That passion drove us to launch the project, which has been in full development since 2022. For the script, we worked closely with Kaneshiro-sensei and Nomura-sensei, holding countless discussions.”

On the casting process, Matsuhashi emphasized the importance of realism in embodying the characters’ ‘ego’:
“We held an extensive audition of over 1,000 participants, focusing on soccer experience, appearance, acting ability, and personality. Even the lead role was chosen through this rigorous process.”

He further revealed that the cast began training under professional soccer players about a year and a half before filming:
“They have transformed into egoists true to the original manga, training rigorously to embody the spirit of Blue Lock. They push each other to new heights and are approaching filming with incredible energy. While honoring the foundation built by the manga, we will pursue expressions unique to live action and deliver a new era of entertainment. Please look forward to it!”

Original author Muneyuki Kaneshiro expressed his excitement:
“The real Blue Lock is starting! Who will play Isagi? Bachira? Nagi? Blue Lock Man? Natto? I know everyone is curious, but rest assured, the most ego-filled production team ever is pouring their love into Blue Lock! Stay tuned for updates!”

Manga illustrator Yusuke Nomura added:
“I can hardly believe Blue Lock is getting a live-action film! We are having stimulating discussions every day with passionate egoists who are even more dedicated than us, and with an incredibly meticulous production team. I am excited to see what kind of chemistry this combination of Blue Lock and live action will create. Please look forward to it!”

At the same event, it was also announced that the third season of the Blue Lock TV anime has been greenlit.

Source : ORICON NEWS