The Sakamoto Days live-action film has unveiled a dynamic new trailer that spotlights the main characters and delivers a flurry of over-the-top fight sequences blended with everyday family life. Directed by Yûichi Fukuda, the movie is set to open in Japanese theaters on April 29, 2026, during Golden Week.
The latest footage introduces audiences to the core cast in their live-action roles, showcasing Ren Meguro transforming into the once-legendary assassin Taro Sakamoto—now out of shape and running a neighborhood convenience store—alongside intense action choreography that turns ordinary store items into improvised weapons. The trailer emphasizes the contrast between Sakamoto’s peaceful domestic existence and the sudden return of deadly threats from his past, complete with high-energy battles and humorous family moments.
Additional scenes in the trailer highlight the supporting cast stepping into their roles with striking visuals, capturing the manga’s signature mix of slapstick comedy and visceral assassin confrontations. Production notes point to a faithful adaptation that embraces the story’s quirky tone, featuring elaborate set pieces where Sakamoto’s retired life collides explosively with the underworld he left behind. The new trailer builds anticipation by revealing key character designs and dynamic group interactions, promising a cinematic experience packed with both heart and high-stakes peril.
Ren Meguro as Taro Sakamoto
Fumiya Takahashi as Shin
Aya Ueto as Aoi Sakamoto
Miyu Yoshimoto as Hana Sakamoto
Mayu Yokota as Shaotang
Popular idol group Snow Man is behind the film's theme song BANG!!. The track will feature as the lead song on the group's upcoming triple A-side 13th single titled BANG!!/SAVE YOUR HEART/Odorouze!, which is scheduled to drop on April 29.
Sakamoto Days is a Japanese manga series written and illustrated by Yuto Suzuki. Serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shōnen Jump since 2020, the action-comedy quickly gained a massive following for its inventive fight choreography, dynamic paneling, and perfect balance of high-octane battles with heartfelt family moments.
VIZ Media's story description of Sakamoto Days series reads:
Time has passed peacefully for Sakamoto since he left the underworld. He’s running a neighborhood store with his lovely wife and child and has gotten a bit…out of shape. But one day a figure from his past pays him a visit with an offer he can’t refuse: return to the assassin world or die!
The manga’s popularity led to a successful anime adaptation that expanded the story’s reach. The Sakamoto Days anime is available for streaming on Netflix, where viewers can catch all episodes of Season 1. Season 2 of the anime has been officially confirmed and is currently in production following its announcement at Jump Festa 2026.
Source: The official website of the live-action Sakamoto Days film.
