Fans of the beloved series Assassination Classroom can rejoice as a brand-new anime film, titled Assassination Classroom: Minna no Jikan (Everyone’s Time), is officially slated for release on March 20, 2026, in Japan. This highly anticipated movie will delve into previously unaired stories and character-focused chapters from the original manga, offering fresh content rather than a recap of existing material.
The announcement comes nearly a decade after the original anime concluded its run, reigniting excitement among the fanbase and serving as a key part of the franchise’s 10th-anniversary celebrations.
A Deep Dive into Untouched Manga Chapters
Unlike the previous animated film, Assassination Classroom the Movie: 365 Days (2016), which primarily served as a recap with an added epilogue, Minna no Jikan promises entirely new animated content. This approach is a significant draw for long-time followers of the series, as it will finally bring to life manga storylines that were omitted from the original 46-episode television adaptation.
Among the eagerly anticipated arcs that fans hope to see animated are:
- Maehara’s development in “Retaliation Time”
- Sugaya’s artistic side in “Art Time”
- Kataoka and Terasaka’s swimming lessons in “Swimming Time”
- Takebayashi’s arc in “Ruler Time: 2nd Hour”
- Lighthearted seasonal stories like “Summertime” and “Drowned Time”
These chapters, while not always central to the overarching plot of assassinating their enigmatic teacher, Koro-sensei, were crucial in building the unique personalities of Class 3-E and adding layers of humor and emotional depth to the narrative.
Celebrating a Decade of Koro-sensei’s Lessons
The upcoming film is a major highlight of the Assassination Classroom anime’s 10th-anniversary project, which has also included a special rebroadcast of the TV anime featuring new opening and ending theme songs. This strategic timing capitalizes on fan nostalgia and the ongoing demand for “lost” stories, providing a perfect opportunity to re-engage the existing fanbase and introduce new viewers to the quirky world of Class 3-E.
The original manga, penned by Yusei Matsui, was serialized in Shueisha’s Weekly Shonen Jump from July 2012 to March 2016, accumulating over 27 million copies in circulation. The manga’s success led to a highly popular anime adaptation by Studio Lerche, which aired from January 2015 to June 2016. The series, known for its unique blend of action, comedy, and heartfelt drama, is currently available for streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll.
The franchise has also seen two live-action films in Japan, released in 2015 and 2016, further cementing its cultural impact. With Assassination Classroom: Minna no Jikan set to fill in the narrative gaps, fans have much to look forward to in 2026.
