Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Dominates Mini-Theatre Charts in Japan
Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- leads Japan’s mini-theatre charts. Dive into anime box office trends, weekly ratings, and viewership rankings.
Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- Tops Japan’s Mini-Theatre Charts
The anime landscape in Japan continues to thrive, with Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- emerging as the frontrunner on the mini-theatre chart following its November 29 debut. This omnibus film has captivated fans by revisiting key moments from the anime’s first season while introducing the first two episodes of the highly anticipated second season.
According to data from Kogyo Tsushinsha, compilation films dominate the Japanese box office, with Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- carving its niche in smaller theatres. The film’s limited two-week run promises an exclusive cinematic experience for fans. Beyond Japan, global audiences are eagerly awaiting its premiere, with theatres in the U.S. and Canada set to screen it from December 6. Indian fans received an early treat as Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment advanced the local release date to December 4.
Compilation Films Shine in Japanese Cinemas
While Solo Leveling reigns over the mini-theatre rankings, mainstream cinema is abuzz with Attack on Titan: THE LAST ATTACK. Released on November 8, the film recaps pivotal moments from the beloved series’ final season. Initially planned for a three-week run, the movie’s immense popularity led to an extension, adding 16 new theatres to its roster from November 29. Currently, it holds the fourth spot in national box office rankings.
Other notable entries include PUI PUI Molcar the Movie: MOLMAX and Hayao Miyazaki’s classic Lupin The 3rd: The Castle of Cagliostro, which returned to the big screen for its 45th anniversary.
Weekly Anime Ratings Spotlight
In episodic anime, the latest installments of popular series have garnered high praise. IMDb ratings reveal the following highlights:
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Season 3, Episode 9 (November 30): 9.8/10
Dragon Ball DAIMA, Episode 8 (November 29): 9.2/10
Dan Da Dan, Episode 9 (November 28): 8.5/10
Blue Box, Episode 9 (November 28): 8.3/10
Blue Lock Season 2, Episode 9 (November 30): 8/10
These ratings underscore the enduring appeal of classic franchises and the excitement surrounding new ones.
Local Viewership Ratings Reflect Anime’s Broad Appeal
Japanese household viewership rankings for November 18–24, as reported by VideoResearch, highlight the enduring popularity of anime classics. Sazae-san once again topped the Kanto region’s list with an 8.5% average household rating. Detective Conan and Chibi Maruko-chan followed closely with 6.4% and 6.3%, respectively. Other fan favorites like Doraemon and One Piece secured spots in the Top 10, reinforcing the genre’s widespread cultural resonance.
A Bright Future for Anime on All Fronts
The success of Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- and other anime films illustrates the medium’s growing influence across diverse viewing platforms. Whether through cinematic releases, streaming episodes, or television broadcasts, anime continues to capture the hearts of global audiences.
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