13 Essential Anime Films - Winter 2022/2023
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Kaguya-sama: Love Is War -The First Kiss That Never Ends-Movie · 2022 · 96m · Animation, Comedy, RomanceAfter a long period of longing and planning, Kaguya Shinomiya and Miyuki Shirogane share their first kiss. But now they face a new challenge: figuring out what their relationship truly means. They must ask themselves how much of themselves they've actually revealed to each other.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.0 - 2
Detective Conan: The Story of Ai Haibara: Black Iron Mystery TrainMovie · 2023 · 91mAi Haibara, also known as Shiho Miyano or Sherry, lives with three identities as she confronts her fate. Shiho Miyano is a scientist and a member of the Black Organization, responsible for developing the deadly poison APTX 4869, which transformed Shinichi Kudo into a child. After learning the Black Organization murdered her sister Akemi, Sherry defects and takes APTX 4869 herself. The drug turns her into a little girl, and she adopts the name Ai Haibara to evade the organization. However, the Black Organization relentlessly pursues her.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6 - 3
Gridman UniverseMovie · 2023 · 118mYuta Hibiki inexplicably draws Gridman, a being from which he seems to have lost memories. Now in his second year of high school, Yuta plans to confess his feelings for Rikka. However, their peaceful life is disrupted when Gridman reappears with a dire warning: "The balance of this world is collapsing."IMDb 7.0TMDB 8.0 - 4
Sasaki and Miyano: GraduationMovie · 2023 · 50m · Animation, RomanceWith Sasaki facing crucial college entrance exams, Miyano strives to cherish their remaining moments together while navigating his feelings.IMDb 7.9TMDB 5.8 - 5
Yo-kai Watch♪ Movie 8: Jibanyan vs. Komasan - The Big Amazing Battle, NyanMovie · 2023 · 40mA strange phenomenon begins: Jibanyan's beloved Chocobars and Komasan's favorite soft-serve ice cream are vanishing. A mysterious Yo-kai appears, declaring that Jibanyan and Komasan must fight to restore these treats. Meanwhile, Hovernyan and Komasan’s sister, Komami, a secret agent, uncover a larger conspiracy involving a Yo-kai and an unprecedented crisis threatening Lord Emma, the most powerful being in the Yo-kai World. Where will Jibanyan and Komasan end up? And who is orchestrating all of this?TMDB 7.0 - 6
Gekijouban Argonavis: AxiaMovie · 2023 - 7
Gold Kingdom and Water KingdomMovie · 2023 · 116mTwo neighboring countries were constantly at odds, arguing over minor issues. Their disputes escalated into war over the seemingly trivial matter of dog waste cleanup. To resolve the conflict, a divine intervention dictates that the leader of Country A will marry the most beautiful woman of Country B, and the leader of Country B will marry the wisest man of Country A. Consequently, Princess Saara of Country A unexpectedly encounters a young man from Country B...IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.8 - 8
LUPIN THE 3rd vs. CAT'S EYEMovie · 2023 · 92m · Animation, Action, AdventureLupin III finds himself in a race against the Kisugi sisters to steal a set of three paintings. These paintings were once owned by their father and contain clues to a mystery that has remained unsolved for years.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 9
Fafner: Behind the LineMovie · 2023 · 53mIMDb 6.8TMDB 7.3 - 10
SSSS.GRIDMAN Grand EpisodeMovie · 2023Yuuta Hibiki awakens in Rikka Takarada's room with no memory of who he is. He hears a mysterious voice calling his name from another room and discovers a robot named Hyper Agent Gridman hidden inside an old computer. Surprisingly, Rikka can't hear or see Gridman, nor does she notice the strange monsters appearing in a thick fog outside the town. A giant monster appears in the city, causing destruction. Yuuta is drawn back to the computer, merging with Gridman and appearing in the middle of the battle. He joins forces with Rikka and classmate Shou Utsumi, forming the "Gridman Alliance" to fight the monsters and uncover the truth behind their arrival.IMDb 6.8TMDB 3.1 - 11
Doraemon the Movie: Nobita's Sky UtopiaMovie · 2023 · 107m · Animation, Adventure, Science FictionDoraemon, Nobita, and their friends embark on a journey to find Utopia, a legendary paradise in the clouds where everyone lives happily. They travel aboard an airship equipped with a time-warping device.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.2 - 12
Blue GiantMovie · 2023 · 120m · Animation, Drama, MusicDai Miyamoto's life changes when he discovers jazz. He starts playing the saxophone and leaves his quiet hometown for the vibrant nightclubs of Tokyo. Dai soon learns that becoming a professional musician is challenging, forcing him to examine what it takes to achieve greatness.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 13
SSSS.DYNAZENON Grand EpisodeMovie · 2023 · 121mYomogi, a high school student, encounters Gauma, an enigmatic drifter who identifies himself as a Kaiju User. Shortly after, a Kaiju attacks, and Gauma uses his abilities to summon the giant robot Dynazenon to combat it. Yomogi, along with his classmate Yume and local NEET Koyomi, become involved in the ensuing chaos and team up as copilots. They form the Gauma Team, but their path is blocked by Kaiju Eugenicists, a clandestine group of teenagers with unique powers.IMDb 7.0TMDB 5.0
