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Kuroko's Basketball is a Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. It was serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump from December 2008 to September 2014. An anime television series adaptation aired from April 2012 to June 2015, with three seasons in total. The anime series won the 2013 Tokyo Anime Award in the Television Category. As of November 2020, the manga had over 31 million copies in circulation. There have been four movies released in the Kuroko's Basketball franchise. The first film, Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game, was released in 2017 and streamed on Netflix in 2021.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of Movies | 4 |
| First Movie | Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game |
| First Movie Release Date | March 18, 2017 |
| First Movie Production Company | Production I.G |
| First Movie Distributor | Shochiku |
| First Movie Streaming Platform | Netflix |
| First Movie Streaming Date | November 14, 2021 |
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*Kuroko's Basketball* has four movies
Kuroko's Basketball is a popular Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. It was serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jumppopular Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. It was serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump from December 2008 to September 2014. An anime television series adaptation by Production I.G aired from April 2012 to June 2015, with three seasons in total.
The anime series proved to be a success, winning the 2013 Tokyo Anime Award in the Television Category. The series follows the story of a high school basketball team aiming to reach the national tournament. The manga and anime series have also been complemented by stage play adaptations and an anime film.
In addition to the main series, there are four movies in the *Kuroko's Basketball* franchise. The first film, titled *Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game*, was released in Japanese cinemas on March 18, 2017. It was later screened in several other Asian countries and began streaming on Netflix in November 2021. The film features a revenge match between the Japanese team, Vorpal Swords, and the American basketball team, Jabberwock, after the latter's rude behaviour following a friendly match.
While there is only one feature film, there are three additional Winter Cup Highlight movies that are recap films of the three seasons. These recap films are considered skippable by some, who view them as a condensed version of the series. However, the fourth movie, *Last Game*, is considered a must-watch, taking place after the series and providing new content.
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The first movie is titled 'Last Game'
Kuroko's Basketball, also known as Kuroko no Basuke, is a Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. The manga series was adapted into an anime television series that aired from April 2012 to June 2015. Since its release, the anime series has gained a lot of popularity and has spawned several movie adaptations.
The first movie in the Kuroko's Basketball franchise is titled "Last Game". It was released in Japanese cinemas on March 18, 2017, with an English dub version available on Netflix as of November 15, 2021. "Last Game" is an animated sports film produced by Production I.G and distributed by Shochiku. The movie is based on the short sequel manga "Extra Game", although it tells an original story, according to creator Fujimaki.
"Last Game" centres around a friendly match between a U.S. street basketball team named Jabberwock and a Japanese team called Strky. However, the friendly match turns sour when the Japanese team suffers a crushing defeat, and the Jabberwock team members begin to mock Japanese basketball. This infuriates Riko's father, so he assembles a team of five "Generation of Miracles" members, including Tetsuya Kuroko and Taiga Kagami, called the Vorpal Swords, to perform a revenge match against Jabberwock.
The movie also explores the characters' relationships and their passion for basketball. For example, Kagami Taiga transfers to a middle school in Japan and joins their basketball club. He is often seen as a loner by his classmates because the basketball club doesn't seem to like him. Kagami expresses his desire for more excitement while playing basketball. Additionally, members of the Generation of Miracles discuss their goals of joining the NBA and playing against Kagami again.
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The movie 'Last Game' was released in 2017
"Kuroko's Basketball" (Japanese: "Kuroko no Basuke") is a popular Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. It was serialised from December 2008 to September 2014 and later adapted into an anime television series, which aired from April 2012 to June 2015. The series follows the story of a high school basketball team aiming to reach the national tournament.
The anime series proved to be a success, winning the 2013 Tokyo Anime Award in the Television Category. This success spawned a range of adaptations, including a sequel manga titled "Kuroko's Basketball: Extra Game", which was serialised from December 2014 to March 2016. Building on the franchise's popularity, an anime film adaptation of "Extra Game" premiered in March 2017, titled "Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game".
"Last Game" is the first film in the "Kuroko's Basketball" franchise. It was produced by Production I.G and distributed by Shochiku, and released in Japanese cinemas on March 18, 2017. The film opened on 91 screens across Japan, selling 124,000 tickets and grossing approximately US$1.7 million during its opening weekend. As of May 15, 2017, the film had grossed over ¥1 billion from 752,856 admissions.
The film's plot revolves around a friendly match between a U.S. street basketball team, Jabberwock, and a Japanese team, Strky (or Starキー in Japanese). However, the friendly spirit of the game is lost when Jabberwock humiliates the Japanese team with a crushing defeat, followed by mocking comments about Japanese basketball players. This infuriates Riko's father, leading him to assemble a team of five Generation of Miracles members, including Tetsuya Kuroko and Taiga Kagami, known as the Vorpal Swords. They challenge Jabberwock to a revenge match, setting the stage for an exciting basketball showdown.
"Last Game" builds upon the world established in the manga and anime series, featuring beloved characters and introducing new ones. It explores the dynamic between the Generation of Miracles and their former rivals, showcasing their unwavering passion for basketball. The film also delves into the unique abilities and personalities of the players, blending thrilling basketball action with humour and emotional storytelling—a signature style of the "Kuroko's Basketball" franchise.
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The movie features a US basketball team called Jabberwock
Kuroko's Basketball is a Japanese sports manga series written and illustrated by Tadatoshi Fujimaki. It was serialized in Shueisha's shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump from December 2008 to September 2014. An anime television series adaptation aired from April 2012 to June 2015, and a film adaptation, Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game, was released in 2017.
The movie features a US street basketball team called Jabberwock, who travel to Japan to play a friendly match with the Japanese team, Strky. After the Japanese team is defeated, the members of Jabberwock begin to mock Japanese basketball. This infuriates Riko's father, so he assembles a team of five Generation of Miracles members, plus Tetsuya Kuroko and Taiga Kagami, called the Vorpal Swords, to perform a revenge match against Jabberwock.
Jabberwock is an internationally famous and highly skilled streetball team from the United States. They are known for being extremely arrogant, even more so than the Generation of Miracles, as they always look down on and humiliate their opponents both on and off the court. The team is composed of exceptional streetball players, all around the same age as third-year high school students in Japan. However, Gold and Silver are considered to be the most skilled members, even beyond the Generation of Miracles.
The name Jabberwock is derived from Lewis Carroll's "Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There." In the book, a Jabberwock is an evil dragon-like creature from a non-sense poem that is slain by a boy with a Vorpal Sword. The naming theme of Team Jabberwock is based on metals, with members such as Nash Gold Jr., Jason Silver, Nick (possibly named after Nickel), Allen (possibly named after Aluminum), and Zack (possibly named after Zinc).
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The movie is available on Netflix
Kuroko's Basketball is a popular Japanese manga series that has been adapted into an anime television series and a movie. The anime series aired from April 2012 to June 2015 and is available to watch on Netflix.
The anime series follows the story of a high school basketball team aiming to reach the national tournament. The five star players of the Teiko Middle School basketball team, known as the "Generation of Miracles", part ways and join different high schools after graduating from middle school. However, there is a rumour about a sixth member of the "Generation of Miracles", a mysterious player named Tetsuya Kuroko who joins Seirin High. Along with Taiga Kagami, a naturally talented player who spent his youth in the US, Kuroko aims to lead Seirin High to the top of Japan by taking on his former teammates.
The anime series, with its entertaining and unique take on basketball, has gained a lot of popularity among fans of the sport and anime enthusiasts alike. The strategic thinking, analytical observation, and emotions portrayed in the games have captivated viewers. The character interactions and humour in the show add to its appeal.
While the anime series is available on Netflix, the availability of the movie may vary depending on your region. The movie, titled "Kuroko's Basketball: Last Game", is considered by some fans to be bonus material that takes place after the main series. It features the "Generation of Miracles" reuniting and facing off against a notorious street basketball team. Although the movie is not available on Netflix in some regions, it can be found on other streaming platforms such as CrunchyRoll and GoGoAnime.
In addition to the movie, there are also OVAs (Original Video Animations) and NG Shuu (bloopers) that can enhance the viewing experience for fans of the series. Netflix offers three out of four OVAs, providing additional content that explores the world of "Kuroko's Basketball" beyond the main story.
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Frequently asked questions
There are four movies in the 'Kuroko no Basket' franchise. The first film in the series, 'Kuroko's Basketball The Movie: Last Game', was released in 2017.
'Kuroko no Basket' is a sports anime that follows the story of a high school basketball team trying to make it to the national tournament. The series features five middle school basketball stars who go to different high schools, as well as a mysterious sixth player, Tetsuya Kuroko, who joins Seirin High School's basketball team.
The 'Kuroko no Basket' movies are available to stream on Crunchyroll and Netflix. However, the OVAs and specials are not widely available.
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