Will Jujutsu Kaisen have a new season or movie?

The future of "Jujutsu Kaisen" continues to be a topic of intense debate among fans, especially after the announcement of new projects and the end of its second season. The big question now is whether The Culling Game Arc will be adapted as a third season or as a movie.

During a recent event, key visual arts for the franchise's upcoming projects were revealed. Among them, a cinematic recap of the "Star Plasma Vessel Arc" was confirmed, leading to speculation as to whether the Carnage Games Arc could also receive similar treatment. However, there are several factors that suggest that this highly anticipated arc will likely be an anime season rather than a feature film.

Why does a season seem like the best option?

The main argument for the "Carnage Games Arc" to be an anime season is the length of the arc in the manga. This arc spans 62 chapters (from 159 to 221), which significantly surpasses previous arcs that were adapted as films, such as Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (5 chapters) or Gojo's Past (14 chapters).

A typical feature film has a running time of 90 to 120 minutes, which would make it almost impossible to cover the entire plot without omitting key elements. In contrast, a standard anime season offers between 20 and 25 episodes, allowing for more than 8 hours of content, ideal for exploring the complexity of the arc.

The "Carnage Games Arc" introduces numerous new characters, innovative cursed techniques, and a system of complex rules to the tournament. These dynamics are crucial to the story and require time to develop. Iconic bow fights, such as Maki taking on the Zenin, Hakari against Kashimo, and Yuji against Higuruma, need room to shine. An adaptation in a seasonal format would ensure that these battles receive the attention needed to impress both fans and new viewers.

Additionally, the anime could more effectively address some criticisms of the manga, such as the lack of clarity at certain points and the month-long time jump that omitted important conversations. These aspects could be reimagined or expanded upon in a television adaptation.

Why consider a movie?

Despite the advantages of a season, a film format also has its merits. Movies often feature significantly larger budgets, allowing for more polished animations and more spectacular combat. This approach has already been successfully tested in Jujutsu Kaisen 0 and in other franchises such as Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

However, high quality standards come at a cost. The MAPPA studios, in charge of the production, have faced criticism for the harsh working conditions of their animators. Jujutsu's Kaisen 0 movie, for example, was completed in just 4 months, raising concerns about the well-being of his team.

Although there is no official confirmation yet, everything points to the "Carnage Games Arc" being adapted as a third season, probably with a similar format to the previous 23-episode seasons. This would allow the full arc to be adapted while preparing the ground for the final events of the series.

Fans can look forward to a season that takes full advantage of the potential of this intense arc, with spectacular animations and a carefully developed narrative. Meanwhile, the upcoming release of the cinematic recap of Gojo's Past will keep excitement for the franchise high. For now, the community will have to wait until 2026 to see how this exciting chapter in the world of Jujutsu Kaisen is resolved.

Source: ComicBook Resources