the official website, as well as the Twitter/X account @5cm_movie_2025 From the upcoming Live Action movie based on the acclaimed anime 5 centimeters per second. Originally directed by Makoto Shinkai Director of your name, has revealed this Friday a new advance of 30 seconds. Along with a second promotional video, of this long-awaited project, in addition to confirming the participation of Ayatake Ezaki as a composer.
From live show Makoto Shinkai, a new Live Action movie
The advance presents the first official images of the live action film, accompanied by a new interpretation of the musical theme «Omoide wa tōku ni hibi» of tenmon, now in charge of Ezaki, Known for his work in titles like Belle and Muteking the Dancing Hero. This new version of the song preserves the melancholic essence of the original anime, with a contemporary touch that promises to resonate with the emotions of the public. The video includes the slogan: Takaki-kun. I hope we can see the cherry trees in bloom again next year.”
As for the cast, Haruto Ueda and Noa Shiroyama They will play the young Takaki Tone and Akari Shinohara, respectively, during their childhood. On the other hand, Hokuto Matsumura, member of the idol group Sixtons and recognized for giving voice to Munakata jack on suzume, will give life to Takaki adult.
If you liked Kimi no na wa, you will love this movie
The film is being produced by the studio spoon, with distribution by Toho. under the direction of Yoshiyuki Okuyama who is also a photographer, on the other hand, the script was written by Ayako Suzuki. In this real-action production, we look forward to seeing the director’s personal vision.
The story, based on the original work of Makoto Shinkai, follows two young people separated by the passage of time and distance, while they struggle to cling to their memories and feelings. The Live Action version promises a more intimate and realistic look at this nostalgic love and loss story.
The film is scheduled to premiere in Japanese theaters on October 10, 2025. The first promotional advance, previously released, also included one of the most remembered phrases of the original film. “How fast do I have to live to see you again?” Leaving fans excited by what is to come in live action work.
After so many years, 5 centimeters per second Keep talking to the heart. And now, listening to that melody between real images and new faces again, it is as if those feelings that we thought buried were blooming again, just like cherry trees in spring.
This live action adaptation not only promises to revive one of the most emotional stories of modern anime, but also remind us of how painfully beautiful it is to grow, remember and let go. “Maybe, just maybe, this time we can see them bloom again.”
