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Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dreaming Girl

Original title: Seishun buta yaro wa yumemiru shoujo no yume wo minai
  • 2019
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
8.3/10
8.7K
YOUR RATING
Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai (2018)
A high school student's blissful days with his girlfriend are interrupted when his first crush returns in two forms.
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A high school student's blissful days with his girlfriend are interrupted when his first crush returns in two forms.A high school student's blissful days with his girlfriend are interrupted when his first crush returns in two forms.A high school student's blissful days with his girlfriend are interrupted when his first crush returns in two forms.

  • Director
    • Sôichi Masui
  • Writers
    • Hajime Kamoshida
    • Masahiro Yokotani
  • Stars
    • Kaito Ishikawa
    • Asami Seto
    • Inori Minase
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    8.3/10
    8.7K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Sôichi Masui
    • Writers
      • Hajime Kamoshida
      • Masahiro Yokotani
    • Stars
      • Kaito Ishikawa
      • Asami Seto
      • Inori Minase
    • 65User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Kaito Ishikawa
    • Sakuta Azusagawa
    • (voice)
    Asami Seto
    • Mai Sakurajima
    • (voice)
    Inori Minase
    Inori Minase
    • Shoko Makinohara
    • (voice)
    Nao Tôyama
    Nao Tôyama
    • Tomoe Koga
    • (voice)
    Atsumi Tanezaki
    • Rio Futaba
    • (voice)
    Maaya Uchida
    • Nodoka Toyohama
    • (voice)
    Yurika Kubo
    • Kaede Azusagawa
    • (voice)
    Yuma Uchida
    • Yuma Kunimi
    • (voice)
    Satomi Satô
    • Fumika Nanjo
    • (voice)
    • (as Satomi Sato)
    Natsuki Aikawa
    • Ryoko Hanawa
    • (voice)
    Tomoyuki Shimura
    • Sakuta's Father
    • (voice)
    Airi Ohtsu
    • Mai's Mother
    • (voice)
    Masaya Fukunishi
    • Shoko's Father
    • (voice)
    Karin Nanami
    • Shoko's Mother
    • (voice)
    James McDonough
    • Panda
    • (voice)
    Risa Mei
    Risa Mei
    • Shoko Makinohara
    • (English version)
    • (voice)
    Reyhan Rahmana Nugroho
    • Buyushi
    Adryos Prewandha
    • Kakushi
    • Director
      • Sôichi Masui
    • Writers
      • Hajime Kamoshida
      • Masahiro Yokotani
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    User reviews65

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    9dameon_green

    Exceptional addition to the series, both are less without the other.

    Of course without first watching the series the movie will make little sense, but this is one of the few examples I've seen where an add on movie makes such an impact on how I see the series, worth the time!
    10rich_shady_spb_94

    My heart wasn't made to endure this

    I cried like a little b***h. Best plot, best girls, best Mc ever
    10Reckno64

    A top notch addition to the series!

    If you liked the series, you'll love this movie! It's another hit for animated movies this year! CloverWorks does a great job animating everything wonderfully in 2-D. I only wish more movies were animated in 2-D AND got theatrical releases. Even if a short release, this movie was worth seeing it on one of the two days it was in theaters in my town!

    One thing to note, there are several moments that tug at your heartstrings. Not surprising from an anime movie, but be prepared to cry a few times. I was sure ready to burst into tears a few times, so you may need tissues!

    As far as animated movies I've seen this year, this one is also a solid 10/10! I can't think of any real problem I had with it other than that it was pretty confusing at times (but that can be applied to the anime itself). This movie is up there with Toy Story 4, Steven Universe: The movie, and How to Train your Dragon 3 for best animated movie! Sadly we all know it won't get any nomination, (I mean, neither will the SU movie) but it certainly deserves it. :)
    10frlello

    Recommended Movie for sure

    Before watch this movie,watch the series first (13 Eps). This movie really make me sad at the end (Try to Watch it) :)
    10rutsellmoradel

    Must Watch!!! No spoilers

    The reason I would rate this movie either a 9 or 10 is because of the way they were able to implement the idea of time travel in a way where it's original and not an overly predictable clitche. The movie caused the viewer to feel a variety of feelings due to the protagonist choices and the events that have occurred. The movie is a spectacular representation and inspiration for other movies to use an idea and make it unique in a sense. I would highly recommend any anime watcher or honestly anyone to watch this movie because of touching and complex the story is told through the protagonist point of view. However, I would recommend new anime watchers or others to watch season one of Bunny Girl Senpai because it would give them a little more insight on who the characters are and there relationship with the protagonist. Furthermore, you'll be able to truly understand and have a better experience after watching the first season then going onto the movie.

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      Followed by Rascal Does Not Dream of a Sister Venturing Out (2023)
    • Soundtracks
      Fukashigi no Karte (movie ver.)
      Performed by Asami Seto, Nao Tôyama, Atsumi Tanezaki, Maaya Uchida, Yurika Kubo and Inori Minase

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    • Release date
      • October 2, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Japan
    • Official sites
      • Official Fan Site
      • Official Site
    • Language
      • Japanese
    • Also known as
      • Gekijouban Seishun Buta Yaro Wa Bunny Girl-senpai No Yume Wo Minai: Seishun Buta Yaro Wa Yumemiru Shoujo No Yume Wo Minai
    • Production companies
      • A-1 Pictures
      • ABC Animation
      • Aniplex
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,060,705
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 29m(89 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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