Aikatsu Stars! is returning to theaters with a new movie for the first time in 11 years. Aikatsu Stars!: Hoshi-boshi no Progress will open in Japan on January 22, 2027, with a key visual and trailer now revealed. The film follows a new story featuring Yume Nijino and the other idols, with creators from the original series reuniting for the project.
Quick Summary
– Aikatsu Stars!: Hoshi-boshi no Progress opens in Japan on January 22, 2027.
– It is the first new Aikatsu Stars! movie since the series’ 2016 theatrical release.
– Teruo Sato returns as director, with Yuko Kakihara writing the screenplay and Yukiko Aikyo handling character design.
– The trailer also previews part of the movie’s main theme, “Five stars.”
Aikatsu Stars! Returns to Theaters After 11 Years
Key visual for Aikatsu Stars! Progress of the Stars © BNP/AIKATSU STARS 10TH PROJECT
The new film follows Yume Nijino and the other idols as they move toward their respective futures.
With graduation approaching, Yume and her friends receive an invitation from Elza of the Neo Venus Ark to perform at the Venus Jamboree, a live event bringing together top idols from around the world. They also encounter a mysterious passenger ship called the Petit Venus Ark.
As they continue their Aikatsu! activities, the girls face their dreams and future paths while moving forward together.
Teruo Sato will direct the film, with Yuko Kakihara handling the screenplay and Yukiko Aikyo serving as character designer. BN Pictures is responsible for planning, the original work and production, with Bandai credited for the original concept.
New Trailer Previews Main Theme “Five stars”
Scene from Aikatsu Stars! Progress of the Stars © BNP/AIKATSU STARS 10TH PROJECT
The newly released trailer shows Yume and the others beginning another chapter of their story and features the first preview of the main theme “Five stars.”
The song is performed by Sena, Rie, Miki, Nanase and Kana, with lyrics by Miho Karasawa and music and arrangement by Kenichi Nagahashi of agehasprings Party.
The ending theme, “Anata e,” is performed by Sena, Rie, Miki, Miho, Nanase, Kana, Ruka and Risa. Karasawa wrote the lyrics, while Tomohiro Akiura composed and arranged the song.
A second round of Mubichike Cards will go on sale from October 23, with buyers receiving one of three random five-card “Stars” postcard sets. ≠ME members Hana Ogi, Hitomi Suzuki and Shiori Nagata have also been appointed to the film’s promotional team.
Q1. When does the new Aikatsu Stars! movie open?
A1. Aikatsu Stars!: Hoshi-boshi no Progress will open in Japan on January 22, 2027.
Q2. How long has it been since the last Aikatsu Stars! movie?
A2. The new film is the first new Aikatsu Stars! movie in 11 years, following the theatrical release in 2016.
Q3. What is the main theme song?
A3. The main theme is “Five stars,” performed by Sena, Rie, Miki, Nanase and Kana.
Q4. Who is directing the movie?
A4. Teruo Sato is directing, with Yuko Kakihara writing the screenplay and Yukiko Aikyo handling character design.
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