“Bocchi the Rock!: Footprints in the Stars,” a prequel to the popular four-panel manga “Bocchi the Rock!” by Aki Hamaji, is set to be released in 2027!
This film adaptation is based on the story featured at the end of Volume 5 of the original manga, which focuses on Nijika Ijichi and her older sister, Hoshika.
A teaser visual and a teaser trailer have also been unveiled.
・The story of sisters Seika and Natsuki Ijichi, set before the formation of the band “Ketsusuban”
・Directed by Makoto Wakabayashi, with animation production by CloverWorks
・Maaya Uchida voices Seika Ijichi, and Sayumi Suzuyo voices Natsuki Ijichi
・The first batch of Movie Tickets goes on sale November 6, 2026, with limited-quantity bonus items
“Bocchi the Rock!” Movie “Footprints of the Stars” Synopsis
This story depicts the dreams of sisters Hoshika and Niji, beginning with a single parting that took place before the formation of “Ketsusuban.”
The long-awaited new theatrical film for “Bocchi the Rock!”, for which a second season of the TV anime has also been confirmed!
Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars” Staff & Cast
| Original Work | Aki Hamaji (Currently serialized in Houbunsha’s “Manga Time Kirara MAX”) |
|---|---|
| Director | Makoto Wakabayashi |
| Screenplay | Erika Yoshida |
| Character Design | Yukiko Horiguchi |
| Stylist | Hiroaki Iriyama |
| Color Design | Kazuko Nakajima |
| Art Director | Yuki Funakakure |
| Director of Photography | Yuya Sakuma |
| Editor | Daisuke Hiraki |
| Sound Director | Akiko Fujita |
| Graphic Design | Yuto Hama |
| Animation Production | CloverWorks |
| Distribution | ANIMEC |
| Seika Ijichi | Maaya Uchida |
|---|---|
| Nijika Ijichi | Sayumi Suzuyo |
Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars” Comments from Staff and Cast
Comments from the original author, Aki Hamaji, as well as the main staff and cast, have been released.
Original Work by Aki Hamaji
Director: Makoto Wakabayashi
Screenplay by Erika Yoshida
Character Design: Yukiko Horiguchi
Maaya Uchida as Seika Ijichi
Sayumi Suzuyo as Noka Ijichi
Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars” Movie Ticket Card Series Vol. 1
Muvichike cards featuring illustrations of Hoshika and Niji Natsu, newly drawn by character designer Yukiko Horiguchi, are now available!
| On Sale | Starting Friday, November 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Price | 1,600 yen each (tax included) |
| Bonus Items | Illustrated Stickers (2 types) *The designs are the same as those on the Movie Ticket cards. *Due to limited quantities, once these are sold out, only the Movie Ticket cards will be available for purchase. |
| Where to Buy | Movie Theaters / Online (Major・Movie Walker) Participating theaters can be found here |
Movie Bocchi the Rock! Footprints of the Stars Set for Release in 2027!
| Official Website | “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars” Official Website |
|---|---|
| Title | Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars |
| Release Date | 2027 |
| Original Work | Aki Hamaji (Currently serialized in Houbunsha’s “Manga Time Kirara MAX”) |
| Director | Makoto Wakabayashi |
| Animation Production | CloverWorks |
| Distribution | ANIMEC |
| Official X | @BTR_anime |
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints in the Stars”
When Will the Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints of the Stars” Be Released?
It is scheduled for release in 2027. The exact release date has not been announced.
What Is the Story of the Movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints of the Stars”?
It is a prequel focusing on Natsuka Ijichi and her older sister, Hika, included at the end of Volume 5 of the original manga. It depicts the events leading up to the formation of “Ketsudan.”
Who is on the staff for the movie “Bocchi the Rock! Footprints of the Stars”?
The director is Shin Wakabayashi, the screenwriter is Erika Yoshida, the character designer is Yukiko Horiguchi, and animation production is handled by CloverWorks.
The “Bocchi the Rock!” Movie When will “Footprints of the Stars” Movie Tickets go on sale?
The first batch of Movie Tickets will go on sale on Friday, November 6, 2026, for 1,600 yen each (tax included). A limited number of tickets will come with illustrated stickers (2 types).
Please check the official website.
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