The English-subtitled trailer for Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon has been officially released. Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment have confirmed that the film will hit theatres in India on April 11, 2025. It will be screened in Japanese with English subtitles.
Adapted from Naoya Matsumoto’s popular manga, Kaiju No. 8 first premiered as an anime series in April 2024. The story is set in a world constantly threatened by monstrous kaiju, where humanity struggles to survive in the wake of their devastating attacks.
New Content and Exclusive Episode
The film, Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon, serves as an action-packed condensed recap of the anime’s first season while also offering fans an exclusive, never-before-seen episode titled Hoshina’s Day Off. Additionally, the movie will feature a brand-new ending theme, Invincible, performed by OneRepublic.
An official synopsis describes the story’s protagonist, Kafka Hibino, who works in monster disposal. After reconnecting with his childhood friend Mina Ashiro—a prominent member of the anti-Kaiju Defense Force—Kafka reignites his dream of joining the organization. However, an unexpected transformation turns him into the powerful Kaiju No. 8. With the help of his colleague Reno Ichikawa, Kafka conceals his identity while training to pass the Defense Force exam. His ambitions take a critical turn when an intelligent kaiju launches an attack on a Defense Force base, forcing Kafka into a life-altering decision.
A Rare Glimpse at the Defense Force’s Downtime
The special episode, Hoshina’s Day Off, offers a unique perspective on the lives of Defense Force members outside of battle. Reno, who has spent so much time training, struggles to recall how to enjoy a day off. Meanwhile, he notices that Hoshina has plans of his own and decides to follow him, enlisting Iharu in a secret mission to uncover his activities. However, their simple investigation quickly takes an unexpected turn.
With its blend of high-energy action and fresh content, Kaiju No. 8: Mission Recon is set to deliver an exciting cinematic experience for fans when it arrives in Indian theatres this April.
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