The anime Haikyu!! will return with two brand new animated projects set for release in 2027, including a theatrical film and a special anime. Newly revealed visuals and a PV featuring original key animation cuts from the upcoming episodes have also been unveiled.

The first project is the theatrical release Haikyu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant, which will finally depict one of the core matches of the original story: Karasuno High vs Kamomedai High, centering on the long awaited showdown between Shoyo Hinata and Korai Hoshiumi, both known as the Little Giant.

The second project is a special anime titled Haikyu!! Bakemono-tachi no Ikutokoro (Where the Monsters Go, JP: バケモノたちの行くところ), which will portray the Spring High tournament match between Fukurodani Academy High School and Mujinazaka High School.

New PV and Warming Up Visuals Released

The newly released PV and visual highlight Shoyo Hinata and Kotaro Bokuto, capturing their intense and excited expressions. As suggested by the name warming up visual, the composition conveys the powerful momentum of a match about to begin, heightening anticipation for the upcoming battles.

About Haikyu!!

Haikyu!! is based on the volleyball manga serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from February 2012 to July 2020. Set in Miyagi Prefecture, the story follows Shoyo Hinata, a member of Karasuno High School volleyball club, as he strives to become the next Little Giant. Alongside talented teammates including genius setter Tobio Kageyama, Hinata grows through fierce competition and teamwork in a youth driven sports story.

The manga series has surpassed 75 million copies in circulation worldwide. The TV anime aired its first season in 2014, followed by subsequent seasons in 2015, 2016, and 2020. The 2024 theatrical film Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle became a massive hit, earning over 20 billion yen in global box office revenue.

Source : ORICON NEWS