The live-action adaptation of Satoru Nii's pulse-pounding manga WIND BREAKER has ignited anticipation with the release of its electrifying main trailer today. The dynamic two-minute preview offers a gripping glimpse into the high-stakes world of Furin High School, highlighting intense brawls, unbreakable bonds, and the raw determination of its young fighters.
Accompanying the trailer is the reveal of the movie's theme song, Stay Strong, performed by the chart-topping Japanese boy band BE:FIRST. The track, with its pulsating beats and motivational lyrics co-written by the group, perfectly captures the spirit of resilience and camaraderie central to the story.
Directed by Kentaro Hagiwara, known for his work on live-action adaptations like Blue Period, and penned by Yosuke Masaike, the film promises to bring the manga's visceral fight choreography and emotional depth to the big screen. The trailer teases key confrontations and character introductions, setting the stage for protagonist Haruka Sakura's turbulent arrival at a school where strength isn't just a virtue—it's survival.
The ensemble features a mix of rising stars and established talents, each bringing fresh energy to the manga's iconic characters:
Koshi Mizukami as Haruka Sakura
Taisei Kido as Akihiko Nirei
Keito Tsuna as Hayato Suo
JUNON (BE:FIRST) as Kyotaro Sugishita
Motoki Nakazawa as Toma Hiragi
Shuhei Uesugi as Hajime Umemiya
Rikako Yagi as Kotoha Tachibana
Coki Yamashita as Choji Tomiyama
Noritaka Hamao as Jo Togame
JUNON's dual role as both cast member and part of the theme song's performing group adds an extra layer of synergy to the production.
What Is WIND BREAKER about?
WIND BREAKER is a gripping manga series written and illustrated by Satoru Nii, which debuted its serialization on January 5, 2021, in Kodansha's digital magazine app Magazine Pocket. Drawing from classic delinquent tropes while infusing modern themes of community protection and personal growth, the series quickly gained a massive following for its stunning artwork, fluid action sequences, and relatable ensemble of flawed yet heroic teens. With over 15 volumes released to date and an anime adaptation that premiered in 2024, WIND BREAKER has solidified its place as a standout in the seinen action genre, blending heart-pounding fights with poignant explorations of found family.
Here's Crunchyroll's description of Wind Breaker anime series:
Welcome to Furin High School, an institution infamous for its population of brawny brutes who solve every conflict with a show of strength. Some of the students even formed a group, Bofurin, which protects the town. Haruka Sakura, a first-year student who moved in from out of town, is only interested in one thing: fighting his way to the top
This core premise has resonated worldwide, spawning merchandise, spin-offs, and now this bold live-action venture.
Mark your calendars: the WIND BREAKER live-action movie is slated for a theatrical debut across Japan on December 5, 2025, distributed by Toei Company. Fans eager to dive into the source material in animated form can stream the Wind Breaker anime exclusively on Crunchyroll, where both Season 1 (13 episodes, aired April to June 2024) and Season 2 (ongoing as of fall 2025) are available in multiple subtitles and dubs. The platform offers simulcast episodes for real-time viewing, ensuring viewers stay ahead of the curve.
As production wraps and promotional momentum builds, the WIND BREAKER adaptation looks poised to deliver a knockout punch to audiences, bridging the gap between page, screen, and theater.
Sources: Official Website of Warner Bros. Japan & X account of the WIND BREAKER Live-Action Movie, Warner Bros. Japan YouTube channel
