The latest film in the long-running Detective Conan franchise has officially become another massive box office success. Detective Conan: Fallen Angel on the Highway has now surpassed ¥10.88 billion in box office revenue, making it the fourth consecutive Detective Conan movie to cross the ¥10 billion mark in Japan.

The achievement marks a historic milestone for Japanese cinema, as the franchise becomes the first Japanese film series ever to achieve four consecutive movies earning over ¥10 billion at the domestic box office.

To celebrate the accomplishment, original creator Gosho Aoyama released a special commemorative illustration featuring Conan and several key characters from the movie. In addition, a new promotional video featuring the emotional theme song by MISIA has also been unveiled.

Detective Conan Continues Its Incredible Box Office Dominance

Released nationwide on April 10, 2026, Detective Conan: Fallen Angel on the Highway opened in 526 theaters across Japan.

The movie quickly became one of the biggest anime hits of the year thanks to its:

• High-speed action scenes
• Emotional storytelling
• Motorcycle chase sequences
• Returning fan-favorite characters
• Large-format theatrical experiences

As of May 6, just 27 days after release, the film had already:

• Sold over 7.4 million tickets
• Earned more than ¥10.88 billion

The film officially crossed the ¥10 billion milestone on May 4, which also happens to be the birthday of both:

• Conan Edogawa
• Shinichi Kudo

Fans online celebrated the coincidence as a perfect moment for the franchise.

Fourth Consecutive Conan Movie to Cross ¥10 Billion

This latest achievement continues an unprecedented streak for the franchise.

The previous Detective Conan movies to surpass ¥10 billion were:

• Detective Conan: Black Iron Submarine
• Detective Conan: The Million-dollar Pentagram
• Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback

Now, Fallen Angel on the Highway has extended the streak to four consecutive years.

Last year, the franchise already made history as the first Japanese series to achieve three consecutive ¥10 billion films. By breaking its own record again only one year later, Detective Conan continues proving itself as one of Japan’s strongest theatrical anime brands.

What Is Fallen Angel on the Highway About?

The movie is set in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, and centers around:

• Dangerous high-speed chases
• Motorcycle action
• Emotional tragedy
• Police investigations
• Life-or-death battles

One of the film’s central characters is Chihaya Hagiwara, known as the “Goddess of Wind.”

The story combines fast-paced action with emotional themes surrounding grief, memory, and moving forward after loss.

Fans have especially praised the movie for balancing:

• Spectacular action
• Emotional character drama
• Suspenseful mystery elements
• Strong visual direction

Chihaya Hagiwara Became One of the Film’s Biggest Highlights

A major reason for the movie’s popularity has been the emotional focus on Chihaya Hagiwara.

Voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro, Chihaya is portrayed as an elite motorcycle police officer with extraordinary riding skills.

However, beneath her confident appearance lies deep emotional pain connected to the deaths of:

• Kenji Hagiwara
• Jinpei Matsuda

The film explores how those losses continue to affect her emotionally while she pushes herself beyond her physical and psychological limits.

Many fans have praised Chihaya as one of the franchise’s strongest recent movie-original leads.

Gosho Aoyama Releases Special Celebration Illustration

To commemorate the movie surpassing ¥10 billion, Gosho Aoyama released a newly drawn celebratory illustration.

The artwork features:

• Conan Edogawa
• Chihaya Hagiwara
• Kenji Hagiwara
• Jinpei Matsuda

Fans online quickly praised the illustration for capturing the warm emotional bond between the characters despite the film’s tragic themes.

Aoyama’s illustrations have become a beloved tradition for major Conan milestones, and collectors eagerly await each new commemorative release.

Special Digital Gifts Announced for Fans

As part of the celebration campaign, theaters will begin distributing:

• A “Theater-Exclusive Digital Illustration”
• A special “¥10 Billion Milestone Illustration” drawn by Gosho Aoyama

The commemorative digital rewards will include:

• The viewer’s name
• Viewing date
• Exclusive artwork

Fans can obtain the illustrations through instructions provided on the official website.

These special bonuses are expected to encourage repeat viewings, which has already become a major factor behind the movie’s strong box office performance.

New Theme Song PV Featuring MISIA Released

A brand-new promotional video featuring the movie’s emotional theme song has also been released.

The song:

“Last Dance with You”

performed by MISIA

has become one of the most talked-about aspects of the movie.

Known as the “Goddess of Song” in Japan, MISIA explained that she wrote the song while reflecting on:

• Emotional loss
• Lingering memories
• Human connection
• Unspoken feelings

The track closely mirrors Chihaya Hagiwara’s emotional journey throughout the film.

Emotional PV Highlights Chihaya’s Pain and Determination

The newly released PV includes several dramatic moments from the movie, including:

• Chihaya diving from her motorcycle to save a child
• High-speed pursuit scenes
• Emotional conversations
• Flashbacks involving Kenji and Jinpei
• Intense action sequences

One particularly emotional scene shows Chihaya quietly admitting:

“It’s laughable that I still haven’t gotten over it…”

As MISIA’s lyrics play in the background, the PV emphasizes Chihaya’s grief and the emotional scars left behind by the people she lost.

The phrase:

“In the end, you are always in my heart”

has especially resonated with fans online.

Large-Format Screenings Driving Repeat Viewings

Another major factor behind the movie’s success has been its premium theatrical formats.

The film is currently being screened in:

• IMAX
• 4DX
• SCREENX
• ULTRA 4DX

These versions greatly enhance:

• Motorcycle chase scenes
• Explosions
• Speed effects
• Surround sound immersion
• Action intensity

Starting May 8, SCREENX and ULTRA 4DX screenings officially began nationwide.

Many viewers are reportedly returning to theaters multiple times specifically to experience the film in different formats.

Why Detective Conan Movies Continue Breaking Records

The Detective Conan movie franchise has steadily evolved into one of Japan’s most reliable blockbuster anime brands.

Unlike many anime films tied directly to ongoing TV storylines, the Conan movies often function as:

• Standalone action thrillers
• Mystery adventures
• Character dramas
• Large-scale theatrical events

This makes them accessible even to casual viewers.

The franchise has also successfully expanded its appeal through:

• Strong emotional storytelling
• High-quality animation
• Spectacular action
• Returning fan-favorite characters
• Consistent annual releases

Main Staff and Cast

Main Cast

• Minami Takayama as Conan Edogawa
• Wakana Yamazaki as Ran Mouri
• Rikiya Koyama as Kogoro Mouri
• Miyuki Sawashiro as Chihaya Hagiwara
• Shinichiro Miki as Kenji Hagiwara
• Nobutoshi Canna as Jinpei Matsuda

Production Staff

• Original Creator: Gosho Aoyama
• Director: Takahiro Hasui
• Screenplay: Takahiro Okura
• Music: Yugo Kanno
• Animation Production: TMS Entertainment
• Distribution: Toho Co., Ltd.

The Future of the Detective Conan Movie Franchise

With four consecutive ¥10 billion films now achieved, expectations for future Detective Conan movies have reached unprecedented levels.

Many fans are already wondering:

• Can the franchise break ¥15 billion next?
• Which characters will headline the next movie?
• Will future films continue emphasizing large-scale action?

Given the current momentum, the franchise shows no signs of slowing down.

Final Thoughts

Detective Conan: Fallen Angel on the Highway has once again demonstrated why the Detective Conan franchise remains one of the most successful anime movie series in Japanese history.

With emotionally powerful storytelling, breathtaking action, strong character drama, and overwhelming fan support, the movie’s record-breaking success continues the franchise’s extraordinary streak at the box office.

As fans continue returning to theaters for IMAX, 4DX, and SCREENX experiences, Fallen Angel on the Highway may still have plenty of room left to accelerate even further.