by December 1 is Movie Day. Established in 1956, this commemorative day sees discounts on movie theater admission and film-related events.
In recent years, film adaptations of series have become popular, such as “Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc” and “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza Returns.” Many readers likely prefer to savor the story in the cinema all at once, rather than enjoying one episode per week on TV or streaming services.
Anime! Conducted a reader survey titled “Which anime would you like to see made into a movie?” We received 182 responses from November 15 to November 20. The gender ratio was roughly even, with approximately 55% men and 45% women. By age group, approximately 30% were under 19, and approximately 20% were in their 20s and 30s.
A collection of films you’ll want to see in theaters right now! The top spot went to “Funeral of Freiren,” with a support rate of approximately 5%. “Funeral of Freiren” is based on a manga serialized in “Weekly Shonen Sunday.” Set in a world after the defeat of the Demon King, this fantasy follows Freiren, a sorceress who has lived for over a thousand years, and the people she meets along the way.
The TV anime will air from 2023 to 2024, with the second season scheduled to begin airing on January 16, 2026. Readers expressed their anticipation for the anime’s unique developments, saying, “I want a movie adaptation with an original story!
The visuals in the TV series were so amazing, I can’t help but get excited just imagining how impressive the movie version will be.” Others expressed their hope for a theatrical adaptation of a specific episode from the original manga, saying, “I’d love to see the Mahato Arc of the Golden Land in the cinema.” These results demonstrate the high level of anticipation ahead of the new film’s broadcast. Second Place went to “Maebashi Witches,” with a support rate of approximately 4%.
“Maebashi Witches” is an original TV anime set in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture, about five high school students aspiring to become witches. It aired 12 episodes from April to June 2025. Comments included, “This is a work that sincerely addresses the worries and wishes of people of all ages and genders.
The scenery of Maebashi is carefully depicted and will surely resonate with locals and those unfamiliar with the city. “Even after the broadcast, events have continued in Gunma, creating excitement. I hope the movie version will further boost its momentum.” Titles airing this year have made it into the top rankings. Coming in third Place was “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun,” with only a slight gap between it and second Place. “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun” is based on a manga serialized in “Monthly G Fantasy.” It is a school-based supernatural tale starring Hanako-kun, also known as “Hanako of the Toilet,” the seventh of the Seven Wonders.
The first season of the TV anime aired in 2020, with the second season being released in 2025 as a two-season series. The spin-off, “After School Boy Hanako-kun,” has also proven popular, with an adaptation as a short anime. Several readers expressed their desire for a sequel, saying, “I was delighted with the second season. The broadcast ended at a great point, so I’d love to experience the next battle on a spectacular screen.”
Here are some other comments! Regarding “My Dress-Up Darling,” one comment reads, “Season 2 has aired, and there are only a few episodes left from the original. I want to see the conclusion of Marin and Gojo’s love story in the theater, keeping up with the momentum that was buzzing on social media this summer.” Regarding “Cautious Hero: The Hero Is Overpowered but Overly Cautious,” one comment read, “The TV anime ended beautifully, but I still want to see a sequel. I was also happy to see the surprise appearance in “Isekai Quartet”!”
Regarding “Lapis Lazuli Houseki,” one comment read, “I want to enjoy the beautiful, natural scenery of mineral collecting on the big screen. It would be great if mineral specimens were included as admission prizes.” For “Chiikawa,” there were also votes for the series, which saw its theatrical release, “Chiikawa: The Secret of the Mermaid Island,” announced after the survey ended, with one reader saying, “Short anime is good, but I especially want to watch the Island Arc (Siren Arc) all at once at the cinema.”
This survey saw a noticeable increase in works that are garnering attention due to new developments. Many readers want to enjoy the story on a theatrical scale, while still maintaining the same excitement as on TV. The top 20 are revealed on the next page.
Top 10 Rankings [Which anime would you like to see made into a theatrical version?] 1st Place: “Funeral of Freiren” 2nd Place: “Maebashi Witches” 3rd Place: “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun” 4th Place: “WIND BREAKER” 5th Place: “Aikatsu Friends!” 5th Place: “My Dress-Up Darling” 5th Place: “Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun” 5th Place: “I’ve Started Teaching at a Yokai School!” 5th Place: “Lycoris Recoil” 10th Place: “Katekyo Hitman Reborn!” 10th Place: “Dandadan” 10th place: “Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout” 10th Place: “One-room apartment, normal sunlight, with an angel.” (Response period: November 15 to November 20, 2025)
Ranking Top 20 [Which anime would you like to see made into a movie?] 1st Place: “Furieren’s Funeral” 2nd Place: “Maebashi Witches” 3rd Place: “Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun” 4th Place: “WIND BREAKER” 5th Place: “Aikatsu Friends!” 5th Place: “My Dress-Up Darling” 5th Place: “Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun” 5th Place: “I’ve Started Teaching at a Yokai School! 5th Place: Lycoris Recoil, 10th Place: Katekyo Hitman Reborn! 10th Place: Dandadan 10th Place: Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout 10th place: One-room apartment, average sunlight, with an angel. 15th place “F-ZERO Falcon Legend” 15th place “Oshi no Ko” 15th place “My Neighbor’s Angel Turned Me into a Useless Person Without Me Noticing” 15th place “Kaiju No. 8” 15th place “Gachiakuta” 15th place “Tokyo Revengers” 15th place “Tougen Anki” 15th place “My Neighbor’s Arya-san Sometimes Whispers in Russian” 15th place “Bungo to Alchemist: Gears of Judgement” 15th place “Ruri no Houseki” (Response period: November 15 – November 20, 2025)
This survey is part of a survey of readers’ opinions on “interest and attention in current anime works and characters.” The results are not intended to rank any character or work. This article will help you learn about new works and characters, and deepen your understanding and interest.
