"Blue Lock" Live-Action Film Reveals 14 New Scene Stills – YouTube Formats Launched

To commemorate the 100th "Blue Lock Day" on June 9, 2026, the production of the live-action film "Blue Lock" has released 14 new scene stills. The date is derived from the Japanese numerical reading 2669 (ブルーロック) and was used by the creators to present a special compilation of the manga, anime, stage play, and film. The images show the main character Yoichi Isagi (played by Fumi Takahashi) and other members of Team Z, including Meguru Bachira (Kaito Sakurai) and Hyoma Chigiri (Kyohei Takahashi). The opposing teams V, W, X, and Y are also visible. Particular focus is on the undisputed king of Block 5, Seishiro Nagi (K from &TEAM), and his partner Reo Mikage (Keito Tsuna). Another image captures the moment when Team Z and Team V face off in the cafeteria—a tense scene full of egoism. The gallery is complemented by shots of the self-proclaimed king of the field, Shoei Barou (Keisuke Higashi), as well as quieter moments where Isagi, Chigiri, and Rensuke Kunigami (Kota Nomura) acknowledge each other during intense training. The project leader Jinpachi Ego (Masataka Kubota) and his right-hand woman Anri Teikoku (Mei Hata) are also shown observing the participants from the monitor room. In addition to the images, two new series have launched on the film's official YouTube channel: "BLUELOCK ULTIMATE BACKSTAGE" offers behind-the-scenes insights into the advertising campaign, while "BLUELOCK.LAB" lets the actors themselves step into the role of researchers exploring the fascination of the work and football. The first episode features a reaction game developed by Fumi Takahashi. The live-action film is based on the manga of the same name by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura, which is serialized in "Weekly Shonen Magazine" and has sold over 60 million copies. The plot: 300 high school strikers are locked into the secret project "Blue Lock," where they fight in a ruthless tournament for the position of Japan's best striker. Yoichi Isagi, an unknown player, aims to defeat 299 rivals and win the World Cup. The film is directed by Yusuke Takih based on a screenplay by Tetsuo Kamata. The music for the film is by MON/KU, and the title song "Monstro" is sung by Ado. The film is produced by CREDEUS and distributed by Toho. The theatrical release is scheduled for August 7, 2026, across Japan.