The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie

This film, which combines years of hilarious mayhem and sensitive character development into a single, pivotal decision, is both a poignant conclusion and a contentious climax to the cherished series. The film strikes a balance between lighthearted humor and emotional sincerity, showcasing each sister's journey and finally focusing on Yotsuba's quiet resilience and altruism as Futaro and the quintuplets confront their final school festival and the looming question of the future.  The film embraces its idea of imperfection—love as a leap of faith rather than a perfect equation—even though some fans bemoan the lack of chemistry in comparison to other sisters.  It encapsulates the spirit of young longing with lively animation, comforting familiarity, and melancholy finality.

Staff:

Directed by: Masato Jinbo

Screenplay by: Keiichirō Ōchi

Based on: The Quintessential Quintuplets by Negi Haruba

Produced by: Junichiro Tanaka, Tomoki Ueda, Makoto Furukawa, Tomoyuki Ōwada, Gōta Aijima, Mitsutoshi Ogura, Yūichi Izumi, and Kento Yoshida

Starring: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Kana Hanazawa, Ayana Taketatsu, Miku Itō, Ayane Sakura, and Inori Minase

Cinematography: Daisuke Chiba

Edited by: Mutsumi Takemiya

Music by: Hanae Nakamura and Miki Sakurai

Production company: Bibury Animation Studios

Distributed by: Pony Canyon

Release date: May 20, 2022

Running time: 136 minutes