The Love Live! franchise continues to expand with the upcoming Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party movie. On December 8, 2025, the official team unveiled a brand-new trailer, a vibrant key visual, and most importantly the film’s long-awaited theatrical premiere date: May 8, 2026.
The film marks the first major movie installment for the Hasunosora generation, which made its debut through the Link! Like! Love Live! multimedia project. With fans already deeply invested in the group’s characters and story through the mobile app’s interactive storytelling, expectations for the movie are high.
A First Look: Key Visual Blooms with Color and Energy
The newly revealed key visual captures the charm and visual identity that Love Live! projects are known for. Bright colors, floral motifs, and the Hasunosora members front and center set the tone for what appears to be an uplifting, emotional, music-filled story.
While specific plot details remain under wraps, the visual suggests a celebration theme likely focusing on unity, growth, and the blossoming future of the Hasunosora idol unit.
New Trailer Highlights Music, Drama, and Beautiful Animation
The first official trailer for Bloom Garden Party gives fans a brief but exciting preview of:
- Fresh musical performances
- Higher-quality 3D and 2D animation
- Emotional character moments
- The bright and elegant Hasunosora aesthetic
- A theatrical-level production quality
The trailer leans into the series’ core identity: heartfelt storytelling mixed with idol aspirations, all wrapped in a beautifully animated package. For longtime fans of Love Live!, the emotional beats and musical flourishes feel instantly familiar but with a cinematic upgrade.
Creative Staff: Sublimation Leads the Animation
The movie is being produced by Sublimation, the studio recognized for its polished animation techniques, especially in hybrid 2D/3D productions.
Main Staff for the Hasunosora Movie
- Director: Go Kurosaki
- Scriptwriter: Fumiaki Maruto
- Character Designer: Haruko Iizuka
- Music Composer: Yoshiaki Fujisawa
- Animation Studio: Sublimation
Fumiaki Maruto’s involvement is especially noteworthy, as he is praised for his strong character-driven writing. Meanwhile, Yoshiaki Fujisawa’s musical direction ensures that the film’s emotional and performance scenes will resonate deeply with audiences.
Returning Cast: The Hasunosora Idols Shine Once More
All main characters from the Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club are returning, with their original voice actresses reprising their roles:
- Nozomi Nirei as Kaho Hinoshita
- Kokona Nonaka as Sayaka Murano
- Niina Hanamiya as Kozue Otomune
- Kotoko Sasaki as Tsuzuri Yūgiri
- Kanna Kan as Rurino Osawa
- Kona Tsukine as Megumi Fujishima
- Hina Sakurai as Ginko Momose
- Fuka Hayama as Kosuzu Kachimachi
- Rin Kurusu as Hime Anyōji
- Miu Miyake as Ceras Yanagida Lilienfeld
- Amane Shindo as Izumi Katsuragi
The Hasunosora cast has built a strong and loyal fanbase since their introduction. Their diverse personalities, well-developed storylines, and vibrant performances are central to the group’s growing popularity.
About the Hasunosora Project: A New Chapter in Love Live! History
The Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club is part of the Link! Like! Love Live! multimedia initiative, launched on April 15, 2023 through a smartphone application. This project introduced the idols in an interactive environment combining:
- Story chapters
- Rhythm gameplay
- Live 3D performances
- Social media-style character interactions
This new format allowed fans to form personal connections with each member, making the jump to a full theatrical movie feel like a natural and highly anticipated next step.
What to Expect from the Bloom Garden Party Movie
While full story details have not been released, we can expect:
1. High-Quality Musical Performances
Music is the heart of the Love Live! franchise, and a theatrical budget means upgraded choreography and visuals.
2. Character Development and Emotional Arcs
Hasunosora is known for its grounded, heartfelt storytelling. The movie is likely to explore themes of:
- Friendship
- Growth
- Personal dreams
- Artistic conflicts
- Overcoming self-doubt
3. Visual Spectacle
Given Sublimation’s animation style, fans can expect polished character animation, breathtaking concert scenes, and dynamic cinematography.
4. A Celebration of the Hasunosora Unit
The “Bloom Garden Party” title strongly suggests a motif of renewal, blooming potential, and the next stage of the group’s idol journey.
Final Thoughts
With a May 8, 2026 release date, a brand-new trailer, and a gorgeous key visual, Love Live! Hasunosora Girls’ High School Idol Club: Bloom Garden Party is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated anime films of 2026.
Whether you’re a long-time Love Live! fan or newly discovered the Hasunosora generation through the mobile app, the movie promises:
✨ music,
✨ heart,
✨ and a beautifully animated idol celebration.
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