After the resounding success of suzume In 2023, the Japanese director Makoto ShinkaI, also known for the movie your name, keep giving something to talk about. And this time with one of his most beloved works: 5 centimeters per second. Almost two decades after its original premiere, the story of Takaki and Akari It will return to the big screen, now in the form of Live Action. And we already know when it opens.
5 centimeters per second Live Action arrives in October
was announced on Twitter/X account @5cm_movie_2025 that the new adaptation in real action will reach Japanese cinemas the October 10, 2025. And yes, a first visual has already been released that left the fans with their hearts in their hands. In the image we see standing tone on a snowy landscape, with an iconic phrase. «How fast do I have to live to be able to see you again?»». And if you know the original movie, you know that’s already a dagger direct to the heart.
5 centimeters per second It was originally released in 2007 and was one of the films that put SHINKAI on the international map. Unlike other of his more recent works, this story has no supernatural elements or cosmic comets. It is more of a melancholic exploration of the passage of time, the emotional distance and the love that simply was not. It is not exaggerated to say that it is one of the most moving anime movies that exist. Especially if you saw her at the right time of your life.
What’s new from Your Name Director and Suzume already has everything ready
The new film is being produced by spoon, with distribution by Toho, one of the largest companies in Japan. The actor Hokuto Matsumura will interpret Takaki Tone. And if the name sounds familiar to you, it’s because it’s no stranger to the world of SHINKAI, since he was the one who gave voice to Jack In the Japanese dub suzume.
This generates quite a bit of expectation, since Matsumura He has experience capturing the emotional sensitivity that characterizes the universe SHINKAI. Besides, both suzume as 5 centimeters per second They are available on Netflix, which allows you to relive or discover for the first time these stories before the premiere of the Live Action.
Although no further details have been revealed about the cast or duration of the tape. 5 centimeters per second. What is clear is that this adaptation seeks to connect with a new generation of viewers. In addition, maintaining the poetic and melancholic tone that made the original film so special.
And yes, we know that anime live action adaptations do not always have a good reputation. But with such a powerful base material and a committed team, there are reasons to have hope. The first visual has already given us a direct emotional blow, and knowing SHINKAI, we can expect a strong dose of nostalgia and visual beauty.
So if you ever broke your heart and you saw 5 centimeters per second To cry in silence, go preparing yourself. And it is that in October you will walk next to the trains, to see the snow fall. And to ask yourself if love can survive the passage of time.
