The official website for Bocchi the Rock! has announced a new theatrical movie, Bocchi the Rock! The Movie: Hoshi no Ashiato, set to premiere in Japan in 2027. Along with the announcement, a teaser visual and video have been released.
The upcoming movie will tell a story set before the formation of Kessoku Band, focusing on sisters Nijika Ijichi and Seika Ijichi. The story is based on the prequel featured at the end of the fifth volume of the original manga.
Before becoming the drummer for Kessoku Band, Nijika shared a dream with her older sister Seika, who would go on to manage the live music venue STARRY. The film explores the sisters’ past and the events that shaped their dreams.
New Movie Staff and Cast Announced
The movie will be directed by Shin Wakabayashi, known for Wonder Egg Priority, with Yukiko Horiguchi (K-ON!) handling character design. Erika Yoshida, who also worked on the television anime, is writing the screenplay. Animation production will be handled by CloverWorks.
Maaya Uchida will reprise her role as Seika Ijichi, alongside Sayumi Suzushiro as Nijika Ijichi.
About Bocchi the Rock!
Based on the manga by Aki Hamaji, Bocchi the Rock! follows Hitori Gotoh, a socially anxious girl who dreams of becoming a rock musician. After joining Kessoku Band, she begins navigating the challenges of performing and connecting with her bandmates.
The television anime premiered in 2022 and was followed by two theatrical compilation films in 2024. Production on a second season has also been announced.
Movie Release and Advance Tickets
Bocchi the Rock! The Movie: Hoshi no Ashiato is scheduled to open in Japanese theaters in 2027. A specific release date has not yet been announced.
Japanese advance tickets will go on sale November 6, 2026, for ¥1,600. The first MoviTicke release will feature two different designs, each accompanied by a matching illustrated sticker, while supplies last.
More information is available through the official Bocchi the Rock! website.
