Top Anime Movies and Series from Winter 2016/2017 Season
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Napping PrincessMovie · 2017 · 111m · Fantasy, Adventure, AnimationIn Japan, 2020, just days before the Tokyo Olympics begin, Kokone, a high school student living with her widowed father in a small town, struggles to stay awake while studying for her final exams. She repeatedly falls asleep and enters a dream world where fantastical motorized vehicles battle magic. In this world, remarkably close to reality, she begins to uncover the secrets of her own hidden past.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 2
Pretty Cure Dream Stars!Movie · 2017 · 71mSakura, a girl from the ancient Japan-inspired world of Sakuragahara, fled after her fox companion, Shizuku, was arrested. Escaping imprisonment, she arrives in the Human World and is found by Ichika Usami. Sakura explains that her world is in danger, controlled by Karasu Tengu, who has stolen its beauty. She seeks the Pretty Cure representing Sweet, Jewels, and Keys. Ichika reveals she's found the KiraKira PreCure team, embodying sweets. When two of Karasu Tengu’s servants appear in the Human World searching for Sakura, the KiraKira team is attacked. They are saved by the Maho Girls PreCure Team (Jewel) and Go! Princess PreCure Team (Key). Together with Sakura, the three teams must journey to Sakuragahara to save Shizuku and liberate her world from Karasu Tengu.IMDb 8.5TMDB 7.2 - 3
Ao Oni The AnimationMovie · 2017 · 60mFive students in a cultural anthropology club at an old school discover a collection of folk tales compiled by a former member. They suspect these tales are the inspiration for the popular video game *Ao Oni* and decide to use them for their school festival presentation. After contacting the game's author, he dies suddenly. Suspicious, the students investigate his death and uncover a hidden underground prison within the school. Suddenly trapped as all fire doors lock, they are stalked by unseen footsteps. The sounds soon escalate into screams, and a new chapter of *Ao Oni* begins.IMDb 3.9TMDB 4.8 - 4
Black Butler: Book of the AtlanticMovie · 2017 · 100m · Animation, Action, ComedyCiel discovers the existence of the "Aurora Society," a group rumored to be researching resurrection. Their next meeting will take place on the Campania, a ship crossing the Atlantic. To his disappointment, Elizabeth Midford is also on board, forcing Ciel to join the voyage.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.5 - 5
Trinity Seven: Eternity Library & Alchemic GirlMovie · 2017 · 55m · Animation, Action, ComedyArata accidentally touches "Hermes Apocrypha," Lilith's Grimoire, and is enveloped in light by a girl who claims to be Lilim, treating him and Lilith as her parents. Simultaneously, the hidden Eternal Library awakens, revealing the White Demon Lord – the ultimate creation of Alchemy. Plotting to replace the current Demon Lord, the White Demon Lord attacks Arata and the Trinity Seven, triggering a global crisis. The group must now fight to save the world in a final battle.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.2 - 6
Yuuki Yuuna is a Hero: Washio Sumi's Chapter 1 - FriendsMovie · 2017In the year 298 of the Divine Era, three elementary school girls – Washio Sumi, Nogi Sonoko, and Minowa Gin – are chosen for a vital mission: to become heroes and combat Vertex, a mysterious foe attacking Shinju-sama, the god tree that safeguards Shikoku, the world's last habitable land. They are unaware that this battle will demand a sacrifice far greater than they could have foreseen.IMDb 7.4TMDB 5.5 - 7
Chain Chronicle: The Light of Haecceitas Movie 2Movie · 2017 · 89mWhile traveling through Maze Pass to a newly discovered artifact in the mines, Yuri and Aram are separated from the group in a blizzard. Aram finds a small mascot, while Yuri struggles with doubts about his mission as a dark infection affects his mind. Meanwhile, Juliana prepares to fully assume her father's role as Holy Queen, and her plea to Ogre leader Shuza for help forming a new army has unforeseen consequences. A planned trip to Spirit Island might offer a clue to finding Pirika, a journey they must continue despite the unfolding disaster. As allies lose hope, Aram emerges as a potential source of strength to overcome the hopelessness. (Movie 2, Episodes 5-8)TMDB 6.5 - 8
Space Battleship Yamato 2202: Warriors of Love - Ch. 3Movie · 2017 · 100mEpisodes 7 through 10 of Yamato 2202 are now available for theatrical viewing.TMDB 6.2 - 9
Chain Chronicle: The Light of Haecceitas Movie 3Movie · 2017 · 90mIn the realm of Yuguto, the people believe their land is the entire world, unaware it's composed of distinct regions, each ruled by a king. Despite occasional skirmishes, the kings maintain peace through regular roundtable discussions. This fragile balance is shattered by the emergence of a sinister group of dark monsters. Chain Chronicle: The Light of Haecceitas is the first film in a trilogy, adapted from a TV series that divides the original episodes into 20-minute segments with added introductions and recaps. This film covers episodes 9-12 of the series.TMDB 6.5 - 10
Kuroko's Basketball - Movie: Winter Cup - Crossing the DoorMovie · 2016 · 90mThis is the third film in the Kuroko's Basketball series. In the Winter Cup semi-finals, Rakuzan and Shutoku clash. Despite Midorima and Takao's attempts to counter Akashi's powerful ability, the Shutoku team fights hard against Rakuzan. Ultimately, Akashi extinguishes their chances of victory. The finals will be between Seirin and Rakuzan. Seirin's Kagami enters the Zone at the start, but is overwhelmed by Akashi. Facing a significant difference in skill, Seirin repeatedly loses hope. However, Kuroko perseveres, continuing to fiercely battle Akashi.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 11
Digimon Adventure tri. Part 4: LossMovie · 2017 · 82m · Adventure, Action, AnimationAfter the Digital World undergoes a reboot, the Digidestined find themselves pursued by a new antagonist. Separately, Sora struggles with her Digimon partner's lack of affection.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.0 - 12
Kizumonogatari Part 3: ReiketsuMovie · 2017 · 83m · Animation, Fantasy, MysteryWith the assistance of Meme Oshino, an expert in apparitions, Koyomi overcomes three formidable vampire hunters: Dramaturgy, Episode, and Guillotinecutter. Koyomi retrieves all of Kiss-shot Acerola-orion Heart-under-blade's lost limbs, hoping to regain his humanity.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 13
Sword Art Online: The Movie – Ordinal ScaleMovie · 2017 · 119m · Animation, Action, AdventureIn 2026, a new gaming device called the Augma emerges, challenging the popularity of devices like the NerveGear and Amusphere. Unlike its predecessors, the Augma uses Augmented Reality to immerse players in games, offering a safe, user-friendly experience that allows conscious gameplay, quickly making it a hit. The most popular game for the Augma is "Ordinal Scale," an ARMMORPG created specifically for the system. Asuna and their friends have been playing OS for a while when Kirito joins them. They soon discover that Ordinal Scale holds dangers beyond entertainment.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.7 - 14
Genocidal OrganMovie · 2017 · 115m · Thriller, Science Fiction, AnimationThe start of the war on terror coincides with the destruction of Sarajevo by a homemade nuclear weapon. Global democracies become surveillance states, and genocides erupt worldwide. Intelligence agent Clavis Shepherd must hunt John Paul, a mysterious American linked to the world's collapse, across a devastated planet. His mission: to find the source of the evil – a genocidal organ.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 15
The Charanpo Land AdventureMovie · 2017 · 25mIn a remote island paradise called Charanpo Land, the people live by the daily bounty of a giant baobab tree that produces eggs containing everything they need. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when the eggs begin to appear empty. Then, a strange, colorful egg appears after a powerful event. The village chief declares they must find it, and Kometora, a tiger, teams up with a group of children to search for the mysterious egg in the forest. - 16
GenbanojōMovie · 2017 · 24mIn the cone-shaped land of Kikyōgahara, Shin Province, lives a kind girl named Hana who deeply cares for her family, especially her great-grandmother, whom she calls Granny. When the Natsugawa Genzaemon traveling entertainment troupe arrives, the villagers greet them with open arms. After their performance is well-received, the troupe leader sees Hana with some *oyaki*, his favorite food, and unexpectedly transforms into a fox. It's revealed that Genbanojō, the leader, along with his companions O-Natsu and Shinzaemon, are foxes who have taken human forms. Genbanojō quickly makes a deal with Hana: he will grant her one wish if she keeps their secret. She asks for the ability to show her Granny the cherry blossoms.IMDb 5.9 - 17
Kuroko's Basketball the Movie: Last GameMovie · 2017 · 90m · Animation, ComedyKuroko reconnects with his former rivals, the "Generation of Miracles," after they suffer a humiliating defeat in an exhibition game against a notorious street basketball team.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6 - 18
Zunda HorizonMovie · 2017 · 24mZunko Tohoku uses her Zunda Arrow to transform any mochi into delicious zunda mochi, and she shares these treats with her friends Kiritan Tohoku, Itako Tohoku, Usagi Chūgoku, Metan Shikoku, and Sora Kyushu, all while enjoying great happiness. Meanwhile, Chanko Ōedo runs the Natto Factory with Tsurugi Chubu, Shinobi Kansai, Awamo Okinawa, and Meron Hokkaido. Although zunda and natto both use beans, the edamame for zunda and the soybeans for natto are harvested at different times, with edamame coming first. This worries the Natto Factory members about a potential soybean shortage. Chanko sends Awamo Okinawa and Meron Hokkaido to assassinate Zunko, but then a third party intervenes.IMDb 7.6 - 19
Red Ash: GearworldMovie · 2017 · 22mIn a future society, the "Nanorace," genetically enhanced with nanomachines, face oppression and discrimination from the "Purerace," who are considered normal humans. Beck, a renowned hunter with the power of "Red Ash," seeks surgery to become a member of the Purerace. He teams up with Tyger, a large but gentle mechanic, using their flying machine to undertake risky jobs in the old world. Their work takes an unexpected turn when they encounter Call, a young woman being hunted by Safari and Stripe. Together, Beck, Tyger, and Call journey to a clockwork world, pursued relentlessly by Safari, Stripe, and their leader Deny, who are poised to attack Beck and his companions.IMDb 6.0TMDB 9.0 - 20
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Light That GathersMovie · 2016 · 103mDuring a period of rapid industrial growth, the inhabitants of Hinomoto battle overwhelming numbers of undead beings called Kabane, employing heavily armored trains as their primary weapons. (This film compiles the first half of the original television series.)IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 21
Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Life That BurnsMovie · 2017 · 107mDuring a time of rapid industrial change, the inhabitants of Hinomoto battle overwhelming numbers of undead beings called Kabane, employing heavily armored trains as their primary defense. (This film compiles the latter portion of the original television series.)IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.3 - 22
LandreaallMovie · 2017DX Luccafort is the son of a renowned general, burdened by titles, expectations, and the weight of his family's legacy. He desires only to marry Marion. As DX, his sister Lon, and his bodyguard/brother Rokkou leave their rural home, they prepare to face the challenges that come with their distinguished name.
