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Bloody action, swearing in follow-up to popular series.
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That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond
What's the Story?
THAT TIME I GOT REINCARNATED AS A SLIME THE: SCARLET BOND is set following the season two events of the anime series. A conspiracy begins swirling around the small country of Raja and their its Queen Towa (voiced in English version by Cherami Leigh), who wields a mysterious power. Towa's power allows her to save the life of Hiiro (Jonah Scott), one of the last survivors of the Ogre race. Indebted Hiiro seeks to find a cure for the mysterious illness that is afflicting Queen Towa. In his search Hiiro crosses paths with the Demon Lord Rimuru Tempest (Brittney Karbowski), the Prime Minister of the forest country Tempest. Together their bonds will be put to the test, while also facing off against a looming threat endangering the country of Raja.
Is It Any Good?
This fantasy adventure film is going to be best for fans of the original anime series; others may be left confused by references to events from the series. That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond is a movie dedicated to the fans who'll watch for the interactions between familiar characters. Almost everyone from season two of the anime series makes an appearance and has a moment to shine. The art and animation are fluid and beautiful. The action sequences are bloody and exciting, especially the epic opening scene, and the well-choreographed fight sequences are among the movie's strongest points.
The movie's flaws have to do more with the story, which progresses too quickly and becomes predictable. It's obvious who's the villain of the story as soon as they're introduced. Characters make decisions that don't make sense just to progress the plot; one character illogically falls for the villain's plan, just because that's what the story requires. The stakes never seem that high when the heroes easily deal with everything thrown at them. The film's ending also cheapens any sacrifices and feels unsatisfying because you just end up not caring about the weak villains and contrived situations. Happily, there are some positive messages about friendship, sacrifice, and helping others, and it's nice to see a strong queen do whatever it takes to protect her people and closest friends.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the theme of sacrifice. What is something you have sacrificed in your life? What did the sacrifice mean for you?
Talk about trying to resolve conflicts peacefully. Is it ever OK to use violence to protect yourself or others?
Movie Details
- In theaters : January 20, 2023
- On DVD or streaming : April 20, 2023
- Cast : Brittney Karbowski , Ricco Fajardo , Jonah Scott
- Director : Yasuhito Kikuchi
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s) , Latino Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Crunchyroll
- Genre : Anime
- Topics : Adventures , Fantasy ( Magic )
- Run time : 114 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- MPAA explanation : Rated PG-13 for sequences of strong violence, some suggestive material and partial nudity.
- Last updated : December 5, 2025
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