After years of waiting, the film
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Yumemiru Shoujo no Yume wo Minai is finally legally available in high definition through the streaming platform
Crunchyroll. Originally released in 2019, the film will be available starting today, June 19th at 5:00 PM (PT), with Spanish subtitles.
This release represents a very special moment for those who have closely followed the story of
Sakuta Azusagawa and
Mai Sakurajima since
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai (
Seishun Buta Yarou ), one of the most beloved series of recent years within the romcom genre with supernatural elements.
A film that connects directly to the original series
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl (
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Yumemiru Shoujo no Yume wo Minai ) adapts the sixth and seventh volumes of the light novels written by
Hajime Kamoshida and illustrated by
Keiji Mizoguchi. The film was produced by the animation studio
CloverWorks, responsible for such popular series as
My Dress-Up Darling and
Spy x Family.
The story is set shortly after the events seen in the anime series and features an emotionally intense conflict that tests the relationship between
Sakuta and
Mai. The sudden appearance of
Shoko Makinohara, Sakuta 's first love, in two distinct versions, one teenage and one adult, triggers a chain of events that force the protagonist to make extremely difficult decisions.
Aniplex of America, in charge of official distribution, presents us with the following synopsis:
«In Fujisawa, where the skies are bright and the seas shimmer, Sakuta Azusagawa is in his second year of high school. His happy days with his girlfriend and senior, Mai Sakurajima, are interrupted by the appearance of his first love, Shoko Makinohara. For unknown reasons, he meets two Shokos: one from middle school and one from an adult. While Sakuta finds himself living helplessly with the Shokos, the adult Shoko manipulates him, causing a deep rift in his relationship with Mai. In the midst of all this, he discovers that the middle school Shoko is suffering from a serious illness, and his scar is starting to hurt…»
A story that awakens intense emotions
The film has been praised for its ability to handle complex themes such as loss, identity, and personal sacrifice, while maintaining the emotional and realistic tone that characterized the original series. Unlike other school dramas,
Seishun Buta Yarou has managed to remain in the hearts of fans thanks to its introspective approach and the palpable chemistry between its leads.
The film's arrival on
Crunchyroll allows new fans to discover this anime gem, and those who have already seen the series can relive one of the most critical moments in
Sakuta 's development as a character. The film marks a turning point in his story, with decisions that directly affect the course of his future.
The Future of the Franchise: Santa Claus and the University
Excitement for
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl is also intensified by
Crunchyroll’s recent announcement of the next film in the series,
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus, which is set to premiere on
Crunchyroll on July 5, 2025. This installment will explore the so-called “University Arc,” and promises to reveal new layers to Sakuta ’s story as he enters a new stage of his life.
The official trailer reveals a nostalgic and melancholic atmosphere, with
Mai mysteriously absent and a new figure known as "
Miniskirt Santa " taking center stage in the mystery. This new installment will continue to adapt Hajime Kamoshida's light novels, cementing
Seishun Buta Yarou as one of the most coherent and emotionally resonant franchises in contemporary anime.
Where to watch and when
- Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl is available on Crunchyroll from June 19, 2025.
- Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus will arrive on July 5, 2025.
With these premieres, summer is shaping up to be an emotionally charged season for Seishun Buta Yarou fans . Whether you're reliving the story or watching it for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in one of the most heartfelt and heartwarming tales in modern anime.
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