Haikyuu fans are now waiting for the next big chapter in the story. But instead of a traditional Season 5, the final arc is being adapted into movies. The second film, Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant, is now officially scheduled for a 2027 theatrical release.

When it comes to sports Anime, Haikyuu has one of the most detailed, action-packed, and breathtaking storylines. Up until now, we have seen our Karasuno High School volleyball team going from an underdog team to a team that even stronger teams fear. The upcoming movie continues this journey and brings back the emotional rivalry between Karasuno and Nekoma.

In this article, we are going to discuss every query related to Haikyuu’s next instalment, Haikyuu!! vs. The Little Giant. From the projected release date and returning voice cast to potential plot developments and the allure of new personalities, we’ll cover all the bases. Without further ado, let’s start.

Haikyuu Season 5 Release Date Update

Haikyuu fans are eagerly awaiting a big event: Haikyuu Season 5 Release Date. But it has been confirmed that Haikyuu Season 5 is not happening as a TV anime. Instead, the story is being completed through a two-part movie project.

The first film, Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle was released in Japan on February 16, 2024, and later worldwide.

The second film, Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant, is now officially scheduled to premiere in 2027.

As of now, an exact month or day has not been announced. The movie is expected to release in Japanese theatres first, followed by international screenings and streaming later.

Sl. No	Country	theatrical release date
1.	Japan	2027 (official window)
2.	United States	After Japan release (TBA)

Plot Expectations:

The first movie, Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle has already been released. It showed the full match between Karasuno and Nekoma. That was the famous “Dumpster Battle” from the manga. Now it is time for the second part.

Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant

The next movie is called Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant. This one will focus on Karasuno’s quarterfinal match in the Nationals. Their next opponent is Kamomedai High.

This match is important because it introduces a player named Korai Hoshiumi. He is small like Hinata, but he is already a big star. People even call him The Little Giant. You got it right, he is the one you saw at the start of the series, and the inspiration for Hinata. That title means a lot to Hinata. So this match becomes more personal for him. You will see fast plays, powerful serves, and smart tactics from both sides.

Returning Cast and Characters

The list of staff and cast has been confirmed. There are some big names involved in this upcoming movie.

Staff:

Haruichi Furudate: The mastermind behind it all, Haruichi Furudate, who wrote the entire series, will remain the main creator of the movie. He will be overseeing that the story unfolds to his original vision.

Asami Tachibana and Yuuki Hayashi: The music and background score department will be handled by Asami Tachibana and Yuuki Hayashi. Until now, both have done an exceptional job by giving thrilling soundtracks to the Haikyuu series.

Susumu Mitsunaka: Susumu Mitsunaka is responsible screenplay as well as directing the movie. The good thing is that she has experience in many Haikyuu movies and episodes before. “Haikyuu!! The Movie 1: The End and the Beginning” was her first Project of the Haikyuu franchise.

Role	Name
Creator	Haruichi Furudate
Screenplay	Susumu Mitsunaka
Music	Asami Tachibana and Yuuki Hayashi
Director	Susumu Mitsunaka

Characters:

Here’s a look at the talented voice actors who will bring our favorite characters to life once again:

Production Insights and Developments

After Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle came out, fans started waiting for the next part, Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant. A teaser and visual were released on March 2, 2025. The studio is the same—Production I.G. The director and scriptwriter is again Susumu Mitsunaka. He has worked on Haikyuu before, so fans already trust him.

But there is one small change. The word Final is not in the title anymore. Earlier, they called it Haikyuu!! The Final. Now they dropped that part. Some fans think this might mean the anime will not end with just these two movies.

There is also a short anime coming. It is calledHaikyuu!! Where Monsters Go. It will show Bokuto’s match—Fukurodani vs Mujinazaka. Kiryu will also appear in that match. So there is more to look forward to. In December 2025, the official teaser confirmed that the movie is scheduled for a 2027 premiere.

Where to Watch Haikyuu Season 5 / Final Movies

The first movie, Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle already premiered in Japan and later came to theatres worldwide. The upcoming second movie, Haikyuu!! vs The Little Giantis scheduled for a 2027 theatrical release. Like the first film, it is expected to arrive in Japanese cinemas first. followed by international theatrical runs and later streaming.

Crunchyroll is the confirmed platform that handles Haikyuu movie releases outside Japan. Other services like Netflix and Disney+ do not have the movies listed, so Crunchyroll remains the only guaranteed option for fans.

Country / Region	Streaming Platform
Japan	Theatrical release only
USA & Canada	Crunchyroll
UK & Europe	Crunchyroll
Australia	Crunchyroll
Mexico & Latin America	Crunchyroll

Conclusion

As we look forward to the Haikyuu movie, Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant. We celebrate the incredible journey of this beloved series. Haikyuu’s gripping matches, character development, and resilient production team have left an indelible mark.

With VS The Little Giant officially set for 2027, fans still have some time to wait. But this match is one of the most important moments in Hinata’s journey. So the payoff should be worth it.

Though challenges, including the pandemic, delayed the journey, the spirit of Haikyuu endures. We know it will be hard to say goodbye to our favourite series. So we should enjoy the Movie to the fullest. If you have any suggestions, write them below in the comments section.