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Soccer players fend for themselves in sports anime.
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Blue Lock the Movie -Episode Nagi-
What's the Story?
BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- follows Seishiro Nagi (voiced by Bryson Baugus), a lazy but prodigious soccer player, who receives an invitation to join the Blue Lock Project -- a rigorous training program aimed at creating the ultimate soccer striker for Japan. Alongside his friend Reo Mikage (Kamen Casey), Nagi navigates the challenges and competitions within Blue Lock, striving to become the best and achieve his dream of soccer greatness.
Is It Any Good?
This film is engaging and visually appealing, but it's best suited for existing fans of the series. Blue Lock the Movie -Episode Nagi- offers a compelling narrative for fans of sports anime. The high-stakes soccer action and character development, plus solid animation and dynamic match sequences add to its appeal. However, it's best suited for existing fans of the anime series. Without prior knowledge of the anime, viewers might find themselves confused by the numerous characters and their complex relationships.
Additionally, the movie jumps around different points in time from the series, which can be perplexing for those who haven't seen the anime first. Despite this, it successfully portrays the intense journey of young athletes striving for success.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Blue Lock the Movie -Episode Nagi-'s portrayal of teamwork versus ego. How do you feel about the film's idea that a degree of egotism is necessary for success?
Families can also talk about the importance of good teamwork and sportsmanship. Who, if anyone, displays qualities of sportsmanship in this movie?
Movie Details
- In theaters : June 28, 2024
- On DVD or streaming : October 17, 2024
- Cast : Bryson Baugus , Kamen Casey , Ricco Fajardo
- Director : Shunsuke Ishikawa
- Inclusion Information : Latino Movie Actor(s)
- Studios : Crunchyroll , Sony Pictures Entertainment
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : Friendship , School ( High School )
- Run time : 91 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : language and brief partial nudity
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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