New Haikyu!! Movie Officially Confirmed - Here’s What We Know
Haikyu!! fans, brace yourselves — the highly anticipated next movie has finally been announced! During the major event titled Haikyu!! Next Step on March 2, 2025, fans got the thrilling news they've been waiting for. The event, which took place in Japan and was live-streamed online, delivered a massive reveal: the upcoming Haikyu!! movie is officially titled HAIKYU!!: “VS The Little Giant”.
The excitement surrounding this announcement has been building for months. Ever since the last movie, Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, where Karasuno triumphed over their longtime rivals, Nekoma, fans have been eager to see what comes next for Hinata and the team. The Next Step event did not disappoint, giving fans a sneak peek at the next intense match Karasuno will face.
What to Expect from 'VS The Little Giant'
The newly announced movie will focus on Karasuno's next big challenge: a match against Kamomedai High School. This showdown promises to be one of Karasuno's toughest battles yet. What makes Kamomedai especially intriguing is their star player, Kōrai Hoshiumi. Like Hinata, Hoshiumi is also short but incredibly skilled, earning him the nickname "The Little Giant." This sets the stage for an epic face-off between two powerhouse players who defy the odds with their speed, agility, and sheer determination.
The teaser for HAIKYU!!: “VS The Little Giant” was revealed during the event, and fans are already buzzing with anticipation. You can watch the official teaser trailer on the Haikyu!! Twitter account here.
When Will the New Haikyu!! Movie Release?
While the excitement is at an all-time high, there's no official release date confirmed yet for the movie. Fans in Japan will be the first to experience the new film once the date is announced. As for international fans, the wait may be a bit longer. Typically, North America sees a release a few months after Japan, while other regions might have to wait up to a year for the movie to hit their local theaters.
One thing's for sure: this isn’t the end of the Haikyu!! series. With the story far from over, fans can expect even more thrilling matches and emotional moments to come.
Stay tuned for more updates on HAIKYU!!: “VS The Little Giant” — this is just the beginning of Karasuno's next chapter!