The upcoming anime feature film Gekijou-ban SutoPuri Hajimari no Monogatari ~ Strawberry School Festival!!!~ has released a 90-second main trailer on its official website.
This film is inspired by the popular Japanese VTuber boy band Strawberry Prince, commonly known as SutoPuri.
Strawberry Prince is a VTuber idol group that was formed in 2016. The group has engaged in a variety of activities, primarily focusing on video streaming platforms.
Their performances and content have gained significant popularity. On YouTube, Strawberry Prince has amassed an impressive following. As of June 2, 2024, they have garnered over 2.9 million subscribers.
The group’s YouTube videos have achieved a cumulative total of 7.97 billion views, underscoring their widespread appeal and success in the digital entertainment space.
The official site for the upcoming film has shared a main visual featuring the tagline, “Because the word ‘thank you’ is not enough, we sing thank you.
Additionally, a preview video for the film’s theme song Chikai no Hanataba wo ~With You~ is now available. The CD single, titled Hajimari no Monogatari, will be released on June 5.
The film Gekijou-ban SutoPuri Hajimari no Monogatari ~ Strawberry School Festival!!!~ will be released in over 300 theaters across Japan on July 19, 2024.
Starting June 7, the second edition of the MoviChike advance tickets, which feature the film’s main visual, will be available for purchase at all screening theaters nationwide, with some exceptions, and at Animate stores.
As a special bonus, purchasers of these advance tickets will receive a B5-size clear file that also features the film’s main visual.
This promotion aims to build excitement and anticipation among fans ahead of the film’s wide release.
A one-volume novelization of the film’s story and the first volume of a two-part comic adaptation will be released by STPR Books on July 12, 2024.
These books will be available one week before the film’s release, providing fans an opportunity to explore the story ahead of the movie premiere.
Pre-orders for both the novelization and the comic adaptation will start on June 3.
This early release aims to generate additional excitement and engagement among fans leading up to the film’s debut.
