Streaming has made life much simpler and has transformed the television industry, making it easier for people to watch their favorite shows in a snap. However, Netflix is one of these streaming platforms that always manages to remain a target of criticism when they remove popular titles from their service. Unfortunately, now it’s time for the anime fandom to revolt since Netflix is removing one of its best anime films.
This time around, the fan-favorite live-action anime film, Bleach is ready to be dropped. Currently, Bleach is set to be removed from the streaming service on August 18, 2023. So, fans only have a couple of weeks to re-watch the live-action Bleach movie. And for first-time viewers, this adaptation is definitely worth watching if you are an anime fan.
Initially, the popular anime film made its debut in 2018 and serves as the first live-action adaptation of Tite Kubo’s hit series. Bleach was directed by Shinsuke Sato, with Sota Sukushi bringing the lead character, Ichigo Kurosaki, to life. Not only this, but the movie also introduces fans to Karakura Town.
Bleach adapts the anime’s first couple of arcs up until Rukia is remanded to the Soul Society, so the feature ends with a cliffhanger. It is among some of the few anime live-action adaptations that have been received quite well by fans, regardless of anime’s problems with live-action adaptations.
The movie’s story was simplified at the time of creation so that it could meet its designated runtime. And despite the changes, Sato somehow managed to perfectly portray the core of Bleach. Unfortunately, no sequel for this live-action adaptation was ever ordered, and fans outside of Japan could easily watch it, owing to Netflix’s license. However, now it seems as if the service is about to let the license expire.
If you don’t know much about Bleach, then you can gain some knowledge on it through Kubo’s animated series before watching this adaptation. You can find the Bleach anime streaming on Netflix, Crunchyroll, and Hulu. When it comes to manga, fans can read Bleach on the Shonen Jump app. You can also read the entire synopsis of Bleach’s story below:
"Ichigo Kurosaki has always been able to see ghosts, but this ability doesn't change his life nearly as much as his close encounter with Rukia Kuchiki, a Soul Reaper and member of the mysterious Soul Society. While fighting a Hollow, an evil spirit that preys on humans who display psychic energy, Rukia attempts to lend Ichigo some of her powers so that he can save his family; but much to her surprise, Ichigo absorbs every last drop of her energy. Now a full-fledged Soul Reaper himself, Ichigo quickly learns that the world he inhabits is one full of dangerous spirits and, along with Rukia--who is slowly regaining her powers--it's Ichigo's job to protect the innocent from Hollows and help the spirits themselves find peace."
The Bleach live-action anime film is available to stream right now on Netflix till August 18th, 2023. So, make sure to use that time to watch the movie before it is removed!
