After the intense showdown in The Dumpster Battle, the second part of Haikyuu’s final movie project has officially been revealed. Titled Haikyuu!! VS The Little Giant, this upcoming film will bring Karasuno face-to-face with Kamomedai in one of the most anticipated matches of the entire series.
The teaser trailer and first visual have already sparked huge excitement across the anime community. Here’s everything we know so far about Haikyuu!! Movie 2: VS The Little Giant —and what fans can expect from this emotional continuation.
Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle (2024) turned out to be a massive success both in Japan and overseas. According to Crunchyroll, the movie crossed ¥10 billion (about US $66.4 million) in Japan by its ~75th day in theatres. This achievement placed it among the top 15 highest-grossing anime films in Japan.
Globally, the film grossed around US $100 million, according to BoxOfficeMojo. While the production budget has not been officially revealed—making it impossible to calculate the exact profit—it’s safe to say that the movie was a commercial triumph.
When it comes to fan reactions, the majority praised the movie’s animation quality and emotional intensity, saying it lived up to the excitement of the long-awaited Karasuno vs Nekoma showdown. However, some fans felt the story was too compressed and rushed, noting that it lacked the same depth as the manga.
With Haikyuu!! VS The Little Giant, fans can prepare for another emotional and high-intensity battle on the volleyball court. The film will continue directly after The Dumpster Battle, raising the stakes higher than ever before.
This movie is expected to adapt the legendary Karasuno vs Kamomedai match from the manga, featuring Hinata’s long-awaited encounter with Korai Hoshiumi, a player often referred to as “The Little Giant.”
The story will focus heavily on Hinata’s growth as a player, as he faces opponents who mirror both his strengths and weaknesses. At the same time, the film will continue showcasing the development of the entire Karasuno team as they push themselves further at Nationals.
Fans can expect:
If The Dumpster Battle proved anything, it’s that Production I.G knows how to bring Haikyuu’s biggest moments to life on the big screen.
In short, VS The Little Giant is shaping up to be one of the most emotional and unforgettable entries in the franchise.
Following the success of Haikyuu!! The Dumpster Battle, the sequel film Haikyuu!! VS The Little Giant was officially announced during a special Haikyuu event celebrating the anime’s anniversary.
Alongside the announcement, fans were treated to:
Most importantly, the production team has now officially confirmed that the movie is scheduled to release in 2027.
Although an exact release date has not yet been revealed, the announcement finally gave fans a concrete release window after months of speculation.
Another detail that caught fans’ attention was the quiet removal of the word “Final” from the movie project branding. This has led many viewers to speculate that additional Haikyuu anime projects could still happen in the future—possibly adapting the remaining manga content beyond Nationals.
Additionally, a new special anime episode titled “Where Monsters Go” has also been announced, focusing on Fukurodani’s match at Nationals.
For now, fans will have to wait patiently for more trailers, visuals, and an exact release date in the coming months.
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