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Title: Detective Conan: Jolly Rogue in the Deep Azure (Synopsis) Genre: Anime, Adventure, Mystery In the tranquil Pacific Ocean lies the enchanting Isle of Koumi, a place steeped in history and folklore. For generations, the locals have passed down an intriguing legend - the tale of the Seabed Palace, an ancient submerged ruin believed to be the...

Title: Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital (Synopsis) Genre: Anime, Mystery, Thriller The seventh installment in the Detective Conan film series, "Crossroad in the Ancient Capital," unfolds an intricate web of mystery and suspense set against the backdrop of the historic city of Kyoto. Renowned private detective Kogoro Mori...

Sakura Wars: The Movie is an animated film based on the Sakura Wars video game series, set one month after the events of Sakura Wars 3: Is Paris Burning?. The story follows Ratchet Altair, a New York City actress who is sent to Tokyo to join the Imperial Combat Revue's Flower Division. Her ultimate goal is to establish the New York Combat Revue...

Title: Iron Man: Rise of Technovore Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Thriller Plot Summary: Iron Man: Rise of Technovore is an animated film based on the popular Iron Man comic book series, produced through a collaborative effort between American media company Sony Pictures Entertainment and renowned Japanese animation studio...

Resident Evil: Vendetta is the third full-length Computer-Generated Imagery (CGI) film in the Resident Evil franchise, produced after the 2008 film Degeneration and the 2012 film Damnation. This animated feature stays true to the game series' narrative, bridging the gap between Resident Evil 6 and Resident Evil 7: Biohazard. The story follows...

Strike Witches: The Movie is the inaugural installment in the World Witches anime franchise, serving as a direct continuation of the Strike Witches television series. This feature-length animation is helmed by director Kazuhiro Takamura and features a screenplay penned by the Striker Unit team, comprised of Takamura, Tatsuhiko Urahata, Takaaki...

Ten years after the Fourth Holy Grail War, during which his adoptive father, Kiritsugu Emiya, had rescued him from the war's devastation and instilled in him the ideals of becoming a "Hero of Justice," a new Holy Grail War commences. Daughter of Tokiomi Tohsaka, a prominent magus family, Rin has spent most of her life preparing for this event...

One Piece Stampede is the fourteen-film installation in the acclaimed One Piece media franchise. Announced towards the conclusion of the "Episode of Skypiea" special in late 2018, the title of the film was officially disclosed in December of the same year. Eiichiro Oda, the series' creator and author, served as both a writer and consultant for...

Fairy Tail: Dragon Cry is the second animated film based on Hiro Mashima's popular manga series, Fairy Tail. The story takes place soon after the events of the Avatar arc, where Fairy Tail has been revived following its disbandment. Natsu Dragneel (voiced by Tetsuya Kakihara), along with his fellow guild members Lucy Heartfilia (Aya Hirano...

In the fictional world of the Resident Evil franchise, "Damnation" serves as the second full-length CGI film and a bridge between the events of Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6. Set in the Eastern Slav Republic, which is engulfed in a devastating civil war, two opposing factions battle for power and control over the country's natural...

Birdy the Mighty is a science fiction action manga and anime series created by Masami Yuki. The story follows Tsutomu Senkawa, an average teenage boy living in Tokyo, who becomes entwined with Birdy Cephon Altera, a stunning and impulsive Space Police officer on a critical mission to thwart extraterrestrial criminal activities threatening Earth...

Pretty SueprS: The Movie, also known as Sailor Moon SuperS: The Nine Sailor Soldiers Unite! Miracle of the Black Dream Hole in its original Japanese release, is the third cinematic installment in the Sailor Moon franchise and the last entry in the '90s anime continuity. This film, directed by Hiroki Shibata and written by Yoji Enokido, follows...

Title: Princess Connect: Re:Dive Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Plot Summary: In the enchanting land of Astoria, where the existence of magic and mythical creatures is a reality, our story unfolds as a young amnesiac man named Yuuki makes his descent from the celestial realm. With no recollection of his past or origin, he finds...

Digimon Fusion, known as Xros Wars or Cross Wars in Japan, is the sixth instalment in the Digimon franchise and a follow-up to Digimon Data Squad. Set three years after the conclusion of that series, the show features a blend of old and new elements, both visually and narratively. The story revolves around Taiki Kudo, a brilliant and...

Title: Pokémon: The Power of Us (Pocket Monsters: Everyone's Story) Genre: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy Synopsis: In the world of Pokémon, an annual Wind Festival takes place in the unique city of Fula City. This city holds a special bond between humans and the wind, with the legend stating that every year, the legendary Pokémon Lugia appears...

Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple is a popular shonen manga written and illustrated by Syun Matsuena. Originally based on Matsuena's earlier work Tatakae! Ryouzanpaku Shijou Saikyou no Deshi, the series was later retold with new titles and concepts, beginning its serialization in Weekly Shonen Sunday from April 2002 to September 2014, resulting in...

Final Fantasy: Legend of the Crystals, also known as Final Fantasy: Seiken Densetsu Wakusei no Legends or simply Final Fantasy in Japan, is a four-episode Original Video Animation (OVA) series that serves as the direct sequel to the classic role-playing game, Final Fantasy V. This anime installment was created nearly a decade after the release of...

Fullmetal Alchemist: The Sacred Star of Milos is the second installment in the Fullmetal Alchemist film franchise, serving as a self-contained side story separate from the events of the acclaimed 2003 anime series. The film commences with Edward Elric (Ed) and his younger brother Alphonse (Al) embarking on a mission to apprehend a fugitive named...

In the aftermath of the Tournament of Power, which saw Earth's strongest warriors go head-to-head against representatives from universes across the multiverse, our beloved heroes Goku and Vegeta resumed their peaceful lives. However, their tranquility was short-lived as they learned of a new threat looming over Earth. The villainous Frieza had...

In 2005, three years after the events of Digimon Adventure 02, the world begins to experience a strange phenomenon as infected Digimon start appearing in the real world, wreaking havoc. This digital disturbance prompts the return of the original eight Chosen Children, or Digidestined, from the first Digimon Adventure series, now in their high...

In the post-apocalyptic 22nd century, the world has been ravaged by the devastating effects of World War V. Amidst the destruction, there exists a beacon of hope: the city of Olympus, an enclave of peaceful coexistence between humans and artificial beings known as bioroids. These bioroids possess genetically suppressed aggression and serve as...

Pretty Cure: Power of Hope ~Full Bloom~, also known as Kibou no Chikara ~Otona Pretty Cure '23~, is an adult-focused spin-off miniseries within the Pretty Cure franchise. This series serves as a continuation to Yes! Pretty Cure 5 and Futari wa Pretty Cure Splash★Star. Fourteen years after their last battle, the once-powered Pretty Cures - Nozomi...

Assassination Classroom is a manga and anime series written and illustrated by Yuusei Matsui. The story revolves around Kunugigaoka Middle School's Class 3-E and their unusual homeroom teacher, Koro-sensei. This yellow, octopus-like being is responsible for damaging 70% of the Moon and threatening to do the same to Earth within a year. In...

Boruto: Naruto Next Generations is a spin-off manga and anime series set fifteen years after the Fourth Ninja War in the Naruto universe. The story focuses on the next generation of ninjas, particularly Naruto Uzumaki and Hinata Hyūga's eldest son, Boruto Uzumaki. Following the peace and prosperity brought about by Naruto and his allies, a new...

The Pokemon manga series, written by Hidenori Kusaka, follows the adventures of young trainers as they catch, train, and battle with various Pokemon creatures. The illustrations for the first nine volumes were provided by Mato, while Satoshi Yamamoto took over starting from volume ten. This manga series is unique in that each story arc, referred...

Title: Doraemon: Nobita and the Birth of Japan Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Anime In the tenth film installation of the beloved Doraemon series, titled "Nobita and the Birth of Japan," the story unfolds during the Heisei era. The children, Nobita, Shizuka, Gian, and Suneo, find themselves feeling overwhelmed by their heavy school load and...

Devil Survivor 2: The Animation is an animated adaptation of the sequel to the supernatural role-playing game, Devil Survivor. The series follows the story of Hibiki Kuze, an ordinary high school student living in Tokyo, who finds himself embroiled in a cataclysmic struggle between humanity, demons, and extraterrestrial beings called the...

Title: N/A (Buddy Complex) Genre: Action, Science Fiction, Mecha Plot Summary: In the year 2014, Aoba Watase, an ordinary high school student, experiences an extraordinary turn of events as a gigantic mecha, piloted by a maniacal opponent determined to eliminate him, crash-lands in his school courtyard. Amidst the chaos, Aoba is saved by Hina, a...

Duel Masters is a media franchise that began with a manga series in 1997, which used Magic: The Gathering cards instead of the specific cards created for the Duel Masters universe. The franchise gained significant popularity through its anime adaptation, which told a distinct story from the source material. The anime follows Shobu Kirifuda, a...

Title: Detective Conan: Captured In Her Eyes (Synopsis) Genre: Anime, Mystery, Thriller The fourth theatrical film installment in the Detective Conan anime franchise, "Captured In Her Eyes," unfolds an intricate web of mystery and danger surrounding the young detective Shinichi Kudo, better known as Conan Edogawa, and his close friend Ran Mori...

Comet Lucifier is an original anime production brought to life by the creative minds of studio 8bit, renowned for their work on Aquarion Evol and Infinite Stratos, and writer Yuuichi Nomura, who has previously contributed to the script of Eureka Seven. The intriguing story unfolds in a captivating fantasy world known as Gift. Set in this unique...

In a distant corner of the vast cosmos, humanity and its allies made a groundbreaking discovery – a mysterious substance called "Photons," which served as both a potent energy source and a beacon of light. This revelation marked the dawn of a new era for space exploration, leading to the establishment of the Colony Ship fleet named Oracle. Those...

In ancient Egypt, five thousand years ago, the young Pharaoh successfully killed and imprisoned Anubis, an entity that sought to destroy the world through the power of the Shadow Games. Anubis was sealed away along with his most valuable treasure, the Pyramid of Light. Fast forward to the present day, where Yugi Moto, now recognized as the...

Title: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island (One Piece Film: Baron Omatsuri and the Secret Island) Genre: Anime, Adventure, Fantasy Plot Summary: In the world of One Piece, the Straw Hat Pirates receive an intriguing message delivered in a bottle. The letter challenges the recipient pirate crew, boasting of a strong team residing on Omatsuri...

Hunter x Hunter: Phantom Rouge is a Japanese animated film based on the popular manga series "Hunter x Hunter" written and illustrated by Yoshihiro Togashi. Released in 2013, it marks the first entry in the franchise's film adaptations, with a second film following shortly after. This movie takes place between the Yorknew City and Greed Island...

Gaiking: Legend of Daiku Maryu is a Super Robot anime that tells the story of Daiya Tsuwabuki, a young boy who five years prior had gone fishing with his father when they were suddenly attacked by an enormous monster. During the encounter, Daiya's father was lost at sea and later declared legally dead, but Daiya remained convinced that his...

Title: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction Genre: Animation, Adventure, Fantasy Plot Summary: In the seventeenth installment of the Pokémon movie franchise, titled "Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction," the focus shifts to the legendary Pokémon Diancie and the introduction of Yveltal and Xerneas in the anime world. The storyline follows our...

In the fifth installment of the One Piece film series, titled "One Piece: Zoro's Desire," the Straw Hat Pirates embark on an adventure centered around the enigmatic Seven Star Sword. This movie primarily focuses on the character development of Roronoa Zoro. The story begins with the Straw Hats arriving at Asuka Island, where they hear tales of...

Shoujo☆Kageki Revue Starlight is a multifaceted shounen-shoujo musical drama centered around two childhood friends, Karen Aijo and Hikari Kagura, who aspired to perform on the prestigious Starlight stage when they were young. After attending different schools, they unexpectedly reunite as students at Seisho Music Academy in Tokyo. The academy...

In the animated adaptation of the massively popular browser game "Kantai Collection," the world's oceans face imminent danger as mysterious entities known as the Abyssal Fleet emerge from the deep waters, disrupting international trade routes and causing widespread economic chaos. These menacing beings seem to specifically target countries...

Robotech is a complex and intriguing Mecha anime series that tells the story of three wars fought on Earth against alien enemies for control of a powerful energy source called Protoculture. The series began as an attempt by Carl Macek of Harmony Gold to bring the Japanese anime Super Dimension Fortress Macross to Western television but was...

Title: Chirin no Suzu (Чирин но Суцу – Translated as "Chirin's Bell") Genre: Children's Fiction, Tragedy, Adventure Chirin no Suzu is a heartfelt and captivating children's story penned by Takashi Yanase around 1969 for Philippine Magazine (PHP), with its initial publication coming in 1971 as part of Yanase's Twelve Pearls collection. This tale...

In 1983, three fishermen discover a large, locked chest in the ocean, believing they have found a treasure. However, when they manage to open it, they find nothing except the name "DIO" written on the outside. Their empty boat is later found adrift with no signs of struggle, leading to speculation about their fates. The story then shifts to...

Angel Beats! is a multimedia franchise created by scenario writer Jun Maeda and produced by Key/Visual Arts, consisting of a thirteen-episode anime, four manga adaptations, a light novel, and a visual novel. The central narrative of the franchise revolves around Otonashi, a high-school-aged boy who wakes up in an unexplained afterlife and joins...

Title: Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher Genre: Action, Adventure, Anime, Superhero Plot Summary: In "Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher," Natasha Romanoff, also known as the Black Widow, teams up with Frank Castle, better known as the Punisher, to put an end to the nefarious plans of the terrorist organization, Leviathan...

Title: Origin: Spirits of the Past Genre: Science Fiction, Drama, Anime Plot Summary: In the 24th century, humanity has advanced technologically, leading to various experiments that went horribly wrong. Ryo Katsuji, known as Agito, awakens Aoi Miyazaki's character, Toola, from cryogenic sleep after centuries. Upon waking, Toola finds herself in...

Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai is a Shōnen manga written by Riku Sanjō and illustrated by Koji Inada, set in the original world inspired by the Dragon Quest III role-playing game (RPG). The story follows Dai, a boy raised by monsters on the remote Dermline Island, dreaming of becoming a great hero. When the Dark Lord Hadlar returns to life...

In the continuity reboot of Naoko Takeuchi's beloved Sailor Moon franchise, "Sailor Moon Cosmos: The Movie" serves as the grand finale and the second canonical film following "Sailor Moon Eternal." This two-part cinematic event unfolds the last significant adventure of Usagi Tsukino (voiced by Kotono Mitsuishi), who balances her ordinary high...