Although Bocchi The Rock hasn’t confirmed a second season yet, its anime adaptation continues to make waves. The story of Hitori Gotoh recently arrived in Japanese theaters through two compilation films that retell the events of the first season.
Despite using existing footage, Bocchi The Rock! Re: smashed box office records in its opening weekend, earning around 180 million yen (over one million U.S. dollars). This makes it the highest-grossing anime compilation film after Demon Slayer, a notable feat given the latter typically includes new anime scenes.
For those eager to catch up on Bocchi The Rock before its compilation films reach North America, the first season is available for streaming on Crunchyroll.
The series follows Hitori Gotoh, nicknamed Bocchi-chan, a shy girl who discovers her passion for playing the guitar in middle school.
Despite her introversion, she dreams of joining a band and performing at her school’s cultural festival concert. However, without any friends, she spends six hours a day practicing alone.
Her life begins to change when Nijika Ijichi, the drummer of Kessoku Band, reaches out to her. This encounter marks a turning point, pulling Hitori out of her isolation and setting her on a path toward personal growth.
While the North American release date for the Bocchi The Rock compilation films hasn’t been announced yet, their success in Japan hints at a potential second season.
Fans are hopeful that the film’s box office success will increase the chances of a continuation of this heartfelt anime series.
