Anime enthusiasts, rejoice! Aniplex has treated fans with the final promotional video for "Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid," the second film in the sequel anime project based on the popular "Seishun Buta Yarō" (Rascal Does Not Dream) light novel series. With the film's opening in Japan on December 1, this video provides a tantalizing glimpse into the concluding moments of the High School arc.
Bonus Mini Colored Paper Characters
For the film's third week, fans in Japan can look forward to receiving a special bonus. Moviegoers will be treated to a mini colored paper character illustration by the film's character designer, Satomi Tamura. The character illustrations feature beloved characters such as Rio Futaba, Nodoka Toyohama, Kaede Azusagawa, and Shōko Makinohara.
Film's Opening Success
Since its debut, the film has made waves, securing the #4 spot in its opening weekend. Garnering substantial attention, it sold an impressive 119,000 tickets and raked in 164,594,554 yen (about US$1.11 million) in its initial three days. Although dropping to #8 in the second weekend, it continued to perform well, earning 66,100,040 yen (about US$453,900) and accumulating a total of 271,050,294 yen (about US$1.86 million).Bonus Mini Colored Paper Characters
For the film's third week, fans in Japan can look forward to receiving a special bonus. Moviegoers will be treated to a mini colored paper character illustration by the film's character designer, Satomi Tamura. The character illustrations feature beloved characters such as Rio Futaba, Nodoka Toyohama, Kaede Azusagawa, and Shōko Makinohara.
Behind the Scenes
Sōichi Masui, the seasoned director, returned to helm the film at CloverWorks, while Masahiro Yokotani supervised and crafted the script. Satomi Tamura, responsible for designing the characters, also served as the chief animation director, ensuring a seamless and visually stunning cinematic experience.Sequel Anime Project Details
The sequel anime project brings to life the eighth and ninth novels in the "Seishun Buta Yarō" franchise: "Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out" and "Rascal Does Not Dream of a Knapsack Kid." The first film in the series, "Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out," opened on June 23, achieving impressive results in its opening weekend and further solidifying the franchise's popularity.Expanding Universe
The "Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai" television anime, which aired in October 2018, laid the foundation for the series. Adapting the story up to the fifth novel volume, it captivated audiences and became a fan favorite. The subsequent film, "Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl," released in June 2019, adapted the sixth and seventh light novel volumes.Future Endeavors
As the "University Student Arc" from the novels prepares to inspire an anime adaptation, the "Seishun Buta Yarō" series continues to enchant audiences with its compelling narratives, beloved characters, and immersive storytelling.For those eagerly awaiting the English release, the novels, published by Kadokawa, are available, with the first novel, "Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai," having been released in English by Yen Press. Keep an eye out for updates on the English release of the films as the franchise's global journey unfolds.