The highly anticipated Oshi No Ko – The Final Act film, the latest adaptation of Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari’s hit manga, is set to premiere in 51 countries worldwide. This marks a significant milestone for the Oshi No Ko franchise, which has already garnered immense success with its live-action TV series and anime adaptation. The film serves as a sequel to the live-action drama released on Amazon Prime Video, with Toei planner and producer Ryuusuke Imoto sharing insights on the film’s release and the challenges faced along the way.
Oshi No Ko’s Massive Global Reach and International Appeal
The film will be available in 51 countries globally starting December 25, 2024, following its domestic release. Imoto expressed excitement about the project’s ongoing international expansion, emphasizing how Amazon helped distribute the drama series across 200 countries. He mentioned that the film’s release strategy considers how audiences in various countries will engage with the film, noting that the project is still evolving.
The Oshi No Ko franchise has proven to be a massive mixed-media success, blending the anime, live-action drama, and manga adaptations to create an expansive world beloved by fans worldwide. Amazon Prime Video played a key role in helping the Oshi No Ko TV drama break records, setting a new 30-day viewership record for an Amazon-original Japanese series.
Producer’s Reflections on the Challenges of Adapting Oshi No Ko
During an interview with Eiga.com, Ryuusuke Imoto and PR producer Terashima discussed the challenges of adapting the beloved series for both small and big screens. Imoto acknowledged that while the team is happy with the public’s reaction, there are still aspects of the film’s release that they wish could have been handled differently. One key area of reflection is the underwhelming box office performance of the film.
Imoto mentioned, “One thing we regret is that we wish we had been able to connect this social media success to box office sales a little more.” The film debuted in 7th place, earning just 135 million yen (~$875k) during its opening weekend. Imoto emphasized that while it’s not yet time to analyze the box office results fully, the team is committed to learning from this experience to improve future releases.
The Future of Oshi No Ko and Lessons Learned
For Terashima, the biggest lesson was how timing and communication are crucial when adapting a series of this magnitude. He explained, “There are people who are doing their best, but if we use the wrong words, those efforts may go unnoticed.” Adapting to the times, understanding what to release when, and maintaining open communication with fans were all highlighted as key takeaways.
Imoto also acknowledged the difficulties of adapting such a popular manga while staying true to the original content. With fan concerns about unfaithful adaptations, the team worked closely with the original creators, Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari, to ensure that the Oshi No Ko live-action series would stay faithful to the manga’s core elements.
Where to Watch Oshi No Ko
- The Oshi No Ko live-action drama is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
- The Oshi No Ko anime is available on HIDIVE.
- The Oshi No Ko manga is available on Manga PLUS.
The series follows the reincarnated twin babies of pop idol Ai, Aqua and Ruby, as they navigate the cutthroat entertainment industry and uncover the mysteries surrounding their mother’s tragic death. With its compelling storylines and engaging characters, Oshi No Ko continues to captivate audiences across multiple platforms.
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