The world of competitive figure skating is heading to the big screen, as Kadokawa announced that the Medalist anime film will premiere in theaters on February 19. The announcement was accompanied by a new teaser trailer and character visuals, confirming that the production will pick up the story immediately following the conclusion of the television series' second season.
Fans of the series can expect continuity in both performance and production, with the core cast and staff from the TV anime confirmed to return for the film project. The series, which follows the partnership between the disillusioned Tsukasa and the determined Inori, has been praised for its technical approach to the sport, utilizing motion capture from professional skaters like Rika Hongo and Akiko Suzuki to bring its complex routines to life.
While the TV anime has seen broad distribution through Disney+ and Hulu, the film marks a shift to a theatrical format for the franchise. The original manga, serialized in Afternoon since 2020, has garnered significant critical acclaim, including wins at both the Shogakukan and Kodansha Manga Awards. With the second season having just wrapped up its broadcast run, this film serves as the next major milestone for the adaptation.
