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AMBot | 05/31/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The hip-hop media mix project "Paradox Live" is getting a theatrical film. The announcement was made on May 31, 2026, during the two-day live event "Paradox Live Dope Show 2026" at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo. The film is titled "Paradox Live THE ANIMATION" and is produced by STUDIO GRAPH77, which was previously responsible for video production for "Fujimoto Tatsuki 17-26 'Shikaku'."
The project, which started in 2019, includes CD releases, live concerts, and an anime television series that aired in 2023. The story is set in the near future, where rappers use "Phantom Metal" to create illusions and compete for the title at the legendary club venue "CLUB paradox." The film will feature a total of nine teams with 29 characters. In addition to the groups already known from the series—BAE, The Cat’s Whiskers, cozmez, Akanyatsura, and Buraikan—four new teams are added: the idol team VISTY, the butler duo AMPRULE, the three mysterious artists of 1Nm8, and the four outlaws of Goku Luck (獄Luck). A first teaser trailer shows the silhouettes of all characters.
Parallel to the film, the project's story continues: the fourth season (4th SEASON) starts in September 2026. A teaser PV hints at a new stage of development with keywords like "Phantom Metal" and "CLUB paradox." Additionally, a cover song project titled "PROPS" is released for the first time, in which the nine teams reinterpret well-known hits. The live recordings of the "Dope Show 2026" event will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on October 21, 2026.
The stage adaptation "Paradox Live on Stage" also enters its next round. The third season includes two productions: "–Road to Legend– 'RAGE'" from October 2 to 11, 2026, and "–Road to Legend– 'FATE'" from February 19 to 28, 2027, both at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball in Tokyo. For the first time, the teams VISTY, AMPRULE, 1Nm8, and Goku Luck will also appear there. Already announced cast members for "RAGE" include Naoki Tsuchiya as Kanata Yatonokami and Ryo Nakata as Daigo Yamato.
Another visual highlight is the illustration project "LOOK BOOK ~Paradox Live 2026 four moods~" by artist Keiko, which will showcase all 29 characters in new designs starting July 2026. The first preview shows Tomato Hishimi. Further details about the plot and release date of the film will be announced at a later time.
The project, which started in 2019, includes CD releases, live concerts, and an anime television series that aired in 2023. The story is set in the near future, where rappers use "Phantom Metal" to create illusions and compete for the title at the legendary club venue "CLUB paradox." The film will feature a total of nine teams with 29 characters. In addition to the groups already known from the series—BAE, The Cat’s Whiskers, cozmez, Akanyatsura, and Buraikan—four new teams are added: the idol team VISTY, the butler duo AMPRULE, the three mysterious artists of 1Nm8, and the four outlaws of Goku Luck (獄Luck). A first teaser trailer shows the silhouettes of all characters.
Parallel to the film, the project's story continues: the fourth season (4th SEASON) starts in September 2026. A teaser PV hints at a new stage of development with keywords like "Phantom Metal" and "CLUB paradox." Additionally, a cover song project titled "PROPS" is released for the first time, in which the nine teams reinterpret well-known hits. The live recordings of the "Dope Show 2026" event will be released on Blu-ray and DVD on October 21, 2026.
The stage adaptation "Paradox Live on Stage" also enters its next round. The third season includes two productions: "–Road to Legend– 'RAGE'" from October 2 to 11, 2026, and "–Road to Legend– 'FATE'" from February 19 to 28, 2027, both at the Shinagawa Stellar Ball in Tokyo. For the first time, the teams VISTY, AMPRULE, 1Nm8, and Goku Luck will also appear there. Already announced cast members for "RAGE" include Naoki Tsuchiya as Kanata Yatonokami and Ryo Nakata as Daigo Yamato.
Another visual highlight is the illustration project "LOOK BOOK ~Paradox Live 2026 four moods~" by artist Keiko, which will showcase all 29 characters in new designs starting July 2026. The first preview shows Tomato Hishimi. Further details about the plot and release date of the film will be announced at a later time.
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This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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