After years of waiting, the film Seishun Buta Yarou wa Yumemiru Shoujo no Yume wo Minai (d)Rascal does not dream of a dreaming girl) is finally legally available in high definition through the streaming platform Crunchyroll. Originally released in 2019, the film will be available from today June 19 at 5:00 p.m. (Pacific Time), with Spanish subtitles.
This release represents a very special moment for those who have closely followed the history of Sakuta Azusagawa and Mai Sakurajima from Rascal does not dream of bunny girl senpai (d)Seishun Buta Yarou), one of the most beloved series of recent years within the ROMCOM genre with supernatural elements.
A film that connects directly to the original series
Seishun Buta Yarou wa Yumemiru Shoujo no Yume wo Minai (d)Rascal does not dream of a dreaming girl) Adapt the sixth and seventh volumes of the light novels written by Hajime Kamoshida and illustrated by Keiji Mizoguchi. The film was produced by the animated studio Cloverworks, responsible for series as popular as My Dress-Up Darling and Spy x Family.
The story is set shortly after the events seen in the anime series and presents an emotionally intense conflict that tests the relationship between Sakuta and Mai. The sudden appearance of Shoko Makinohara, the first love of Sakuta, in two different versions, a teenager and an adult, triggers a chain of events that force the protagonist to make extremely difficult decisions.
Aniplex of America, in charge of the official distribution, presents us the following synopsis:
“In Fujisawa, where the skies are bright and the seas glow, Sakuta Azusagawa is in high school. His happy days with his girlfriend and final year student, Mai Sakurajima, are interrupted by the appearance of his first love, Shoko Makinohara. For unknown reasons, he meets two Shoko: one from high school and one from an adult. While Sakuta finds himself homelessly living with the Shoko, the adult Shoko manipulates him, causing a deep break in his relationship with Mai. In the midst of all this, he discovers that the high school shoko suffers from a serious illness and her scar begins to hurt…”
A story that arouses intense emotions
The film has been praised for its ability to handle complex issues such as loss, identity and personal sacrifice, without losing the emotional and realistic touch that characterizes the original series. Unlike other school dramas,Seishun Buta Yarou He has been able to stay in the hearts of the fans thanks to his introspective approach and the palpable chemistry among its protagonists.
The arrival of the film Crunchyroll Allows new fans to discover this jewel of the anime and those who have already seen the series The Reviving one of the most critical moments in the development of Sakuta as character. The film marks a before and after in its history, with decisions that directly affect the course of its future.
The future of the franchise: Santa Claus and the University
the emotion for Rascal does not dream of a dreaming girl It is also intensified by the recent announcement of Crunchyroll about the next movie of the saga, Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus, which will be released in Crunchyroll next July 5, 2025. This installment will explore the so-called “University Arch”, and promises to reveal new layers in the history of Sakuta as he enters a new stage of his life.
The official trailer reveals a nostalgic and melancholic atmosphere, with Mai mysteriously absent and a new figure known as “Miniskirt Santa” occupying a central role in the mystery. This new installment will continue to adapt the light novels of Hajime Kamoshida, consolidating Seishun Buta Yarou as one of the most coherent and emotionally resonant franchises of contemporary anime.
Where to see and when
- Rascal does not dream of a dreaming girl It is available on Crunchyroll from June 19, 2025.
- Rascal does not dream of Santa Claus It will arrive on July 5, 2025.
With these premieres, summer is shaping up as a season full of emotions for fans of Seishun Buta Yarou. Whether you are reliving the story or seeing it for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to get carried away by one of the most sincere and moving stories of modern anime.
