Jujutsu Kaisen Movie Coming to U.S. Theaters in July 2025, Season 3 Still Delayed

After waiting for months, fans in the U.S. finally have some exciting news, “Jujutsu Kaisen Movie: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” will hit theaters in the U.S. on July 16, 2025. The company GKIDS, which is known for bringing popular anime movies to the West, has secured the rights to release the film. This movie tells the story of Gojo and Geto’s younger days and has already done well in Japan, making over $1.3 million in its first weekend.

While fans are happy about the movie’s release, there’s still no clear update about Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 of the anime. Even though the series keeps growing in popularity worldwide, the delay in the new season has left many fans wondering what will happen next to Yuji Itadori and his friends. Still, this upcoming movie is a great chance for fans to return to the world of Jujutsu Kaisen, this time, by exploring its past.

A Return to the Past: Gojo and Geto’s Origins Take the Spotlight

“Jujutsu Kaisen Movie: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” tells the story of a young Satoru Gojo and Suguru Geto, back when they were still close friends and jujutsu students, before their beliefs and choices drove them apart.

This story was first shown in Season 2, but the movie gives it a fresh look with better sound and visuals. It’s not just a repeat, it’s an improved version made for both new and old fans to enjoy.

What makes the film special is how it shows the emotional side of both characters. We see Gojo becoming more powerful but also more distant from people, while Geto slowly changes because of his beliefs.

These moments help explain how the big conflicts in the series began. The movie doesn’t just tell a story, it reminds us of the sadness and choices that shaped everything.

For fans who watched this part of the anime back in late 2023, the movie is a great way to revisit those events. Watching it in theaters with MAPPA’s amazing animation and music makes the experience even more powerful and memorable.

Following Jujutsu Kaisen 0’s Success, Expectations Soar High

The success of Jujutsu Kaisen 0, which came out in 2022, set a high standard for anime movies in the series. The film focused on Yuta Okkotsu and earned an impressive $166.6 million worldwide, with $34.5 million coming from the U.S. alone. It was a big hit with both critics and fans, getting a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, even higher than the main series. This proved that Jujutsu Kaisen isn’t just popular, it’s also a big success in theaters.

The movie’s success showed that strong characters, exciting animation, and emotional stories can compete with even the biggest action films. Now, with “Jujutsu Kaisen Movie: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death” coming to theaters, it looks like the studio wants to keep that success going. Since the movie already did well in Japan, fans and experts think it will also be a hit in the U.S.

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment will take care of streaming and home release after the movie is done in theaters. This means fans from around the world will be able to watch it. The wide release also shows how anime is becoming more and more popular all over the world.

Season 3 Remains On Hold as Production Timeline Stretches

While the movie’s release is exciting, fans are still waiting eagerly for updates on Season 3 of the anime. The show, based on Gege Akutami’s manga, ended Season 2 with a huge cliffhanger. Manga readers know that the next part, the aftermath of the Shibuya Incident and the Culling Game arc, will be intense and challenging for the characters.

But as of mid-2025, there’s still no official release date for Season 3. Experts believe the delay is because of busy production schedules and MAPPA working on many big projects like Attack on Titan, Chainsaw Man, and Jujutsu Kaisen itself. The studio might be taking more time to make sure the animation and story are done well, especially since the next arc is one of the most complicated so far.

Even without a release date, fans haven’t lost interest. Social media is still full of fan theories, character discussions, and comparisons to the manga. In fact, the delay has only made fans more excited. With the new movie acting as a recap and emotional buildup, the wait for Season 3 may feel a little easier.

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