The My Hero Academia fandom has been buzzing with excitement as series creator Kohei Horikoshi recently announced the confirmation of the My Hero Academia Movie. Set to take place after the intense Paranormal Liberation War depicted in Season 6 of the anime. This upcoming film is expected to delve into one of the darkest times in the series’ story. While fans are undoubtedly eager to witness the new movie, there are concerns about its potential impact on the quality of Season 7’s animation.
Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia Movie Part 4
The official announcement for the fourth My Hero Academia movie, along with a heartfelt message from Kohei Horikoshi, was published in the upcoming issue of Weekly Shonen Jump. His statement revealed that My Hero Academia Movie Part 4 would be in a “collapsed society” struggling to recover from the Paranormal Liberation War.
This period was marked by emotional turmoil, especially for the protagonist, Deku, whose sense of guilt nearly drove him to self-destruction during his time as a desperate vigilante.
The 4th movie is on its way!
My Hero Academia THE MOVIE Officially Announced!
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Naturally, fans are eager to see the iconic “Dark Deku” possibly making an appearance, but many doubt this storyline’s inclusion considering its powerful conclusion in Season 6. Instead, the movie is more likely to explore untold aspects of the story, creating a standalone product enjoyable for both seasoned fans and newcomers, just like its three predecessors.
My Hero Academia Movie: “Please don’t sacrifice S7’s quality for this…”
Despite the excitement surrounding the movie, some fans expressed their concern about the potential impact on the animation quality of Season 7. Reddit user @MapoTofuMan captured the sentiment by saying, “Please don’t sacrifice S7’s quality for this…”. It is a common worry among fans that movie productions might divert resources from the TV series, affecting animation quality in the long run.
Another Reddit user, @Shack691, countered this concern, stating that the upcoming movie seemed more exciting than what Season 7 could offer. They mentioned that manga readers had been longing for an extended vigilante Deku arc, suggesting that the movie might explore this storyline.
In response, other users chimed in with various opinions. Some expressed that the series might not have enough content for Season 7, while others speculated about how the studio would handle the manga’s pacing and future seasons.
While some fans voiced concerns about the potential impact of movies on the TV series’ quality, it’s important to note that the decision to create movies is often driven by financial considerations. Movies tend to perform well at the box office, and production companies can capitalize on the popularity of the franchise. This influx of revenue can benefit both the movie productions and future seasons of the TV series.
Regardless of fans’ worries, the anticipation for the upcoming My Hero Academia movie remains high. As of now, there is no specific release window for the My Hero Academia Movie. Fans are advised to keep an eye out for updates in the upcoming issues of Weekly Shonen Jump.
