Following its release on Crunchyroll in November, the anime publisher has officially announced the Suzume Blu-ray release date for Makoto Shinkai’s latest coming-of-age fantasy movie. The limited edition Blu-ray set of the acclaimed anime film will be available for purchase on March 12, 2024 on the Crunchyroll store.
Suzume fans who buy the limited Blu-ray edition will be treated to a beautiful 60-page art book, four art cards, and a director’s commentary from Makoto Shinkai. Listed below are the complete special features included in the limited edition and standard edition:
- Director’s Commentary
- Director’s Interview
- Director’s Filmography Recap
- RADWIMPS Interview
- “The Making Of” Documentary
- Ending Scene “Tadaima” Version
- Special Commemoration Videos
- Promo Video Collection
- Teaser & Trailers
- Roundtable Interview With Makoto Shinkai, Yojiro Noda & Kazuma Jinnouchi
What is Suzume about?
“17-year-old Suzume’s journey begins in a quiet town in Kyushu when she encounters a young man who tells her, ‘I’m looking for a door,’” reads the film’s synopsis. “What Suzume finds is a single weathered door standing upright in the midst of ruins as though it was shielded from whatever catastrophe struck. Seemingly drawn by its power, Suzume reaches for the knob. Doors begin to open one after another all across Japan, unleashing destruction upon any who are near. Suzume must close these portals to prevent further disaster.”
The anime film was written and directed by Shinkai. The creative team includes character designer Masayoshi Tanaka, animation director Kenichi Tsuchiya, and art director Takumi Tanji. It is a co-production by CoMix Wave Films and Story Inc.
During its theatrical run, the film earned a worldwide gross of over $320 million at the box office. Just like Shinkai’s previous movies, such as Your Name and Weathering With You, Suzume also received critical acclaim and currently holds a near-perfect rating on on Rotten Tomatoes.
