The game trailer features bands from the original series and new bands debuting in 2026, with 3D cutscenes, illustration cards, and live 3D performances aligned with the anime’s style.

Toei Animation announced Girls Band Cry THE MOVIE for Japanese cinemas on May 21, 2027, marking a new feature with a fresh story centered on the five members.

The release signals a broader multi-format, music-centered push for Girls Band Cry, expanding into film, stage, live performances, and a mobile game.

The film is described as a completely new work, not a recap, directed by Kazuo Sakai with scripts by Hanada Taku and music production by Kenji Tamai of agehasprings, with Toei distributing.

In parallel, the mobile game Girls Band Cry: First Riff, developed by DONUTS and Toei Animation, is a girls’ rock RPG featuring 3D live performances and a mix of established and new bands.

First Riff invites players from street performances to arena shows, using character card combinations and a talent awakening mechanic to drive growth.

The film follows vocalist Nina Iseri and her bandmates as they prepare for a nationwide tour, with teaser imagery showing travel across Japan and concert sequences.

Advance tickets for the film teaser and new key visual go on sale in Japan on November 6, 2026, via MOVIE WALKER STORE and Animate, priced at 1,900 yen and including a limited mini acrylic stand in the first batch.

The initial MoviTicket for the teaser visual launches November 6 at 6:00 PM JST through MOVIE WALKER STORE and Animate, offering a limited-edition mini acrylic stand.

The franchise’s growth is underscored by a sold-out Nippon Budokan concert in 2025 with over 12,000 attendees.

The film’s voice cast includes Nina Iseri, Momoka Kawaragi, Subaru Awa, Tomo Ebizuka, and Rupa, with additional performers Hina, Nana, Rin, and Ai; it remains unclear if the story continues from the 2024 TV series.

Girls Band Cry is an original full-3D anime about Nina Iseri forming the band TOGENASHI TOGEARI with Momoka Kawaragi, focusing on coming-of-age and healing through music.