Anime enthusiasts and Haikyuu fans alike are eagerly gearing up for the highly anticipated Haikyuu Season 5. But there is a change in plan. So, if you searched for the Haikyuu Season 5 release date, you should know the final arc is now being released as Haikyuu movies instead.
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 installment, 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 due, let’s start.
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 write, 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.
Haikyuu Season 5 Release Date Anticipation
Haikyuu fans are eagerly awaiting a big event: Haikyuu Season 5 Release Date. But it has been confirmed that instead of season 5, Haikyuu is being released in a two-part movie. The second part movie, “Haikyuu!! The Movie: VS The Little Giant,” will be released on
The second part has been confirmed for a United States and worldwide release with a teaser. While the exact date is still not confirmed, we can expect it to be released in Japan in late 2025 or early 2026. Fans in the United States have to wait for a few months after its release in Japan.
| Sl. No | Country | theatrical release date |
| 1. | Japan | late 2025 or early 2026 |
| 2. | United States | A few months later |
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:
| Character | Voice Actor |
| Shoyo Hinata | Ayumu Murase |
| Tobio Kageyama | Kaito Ishikawa |
| Ryunosuke Tanaka | Yu Hayashi |
| Daichi Sawamura | Satoshi Hino |
| Koshi Sugawara | Miyu Irino |
| Kei Tsukishima | Kôki Uchiyama |
| Tadashi Yamaguchi | Sôma Saitô |
| Yu Nishinoya | Nobuhiko Okamoto |
| Asahi Azumane | Yoshimasa Hosoya |
| Ittetsu Takeda | Hiroshi Kamiya |
| Chikara Ennoshita | Toshiki Masuda |
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 called Haikyuu!! 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.
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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.
Though challenges, including the pandemic, delayed the journey, the spirit of Haikyuu endures. We know it will be hard to say goodbye to our favorite series. So we should enjoy the Movie to the fullest. If you have any suggestions, write them below in the comments section.