Fans of Blue Lock spin-off Episode Nagi have exciting news: the story of Seishirō Nagi and Reo Mikage is jumping from manga pages to the stage this November. A new live‑action adaptation is premiering—mark your calendars for Tokyo Dome City’s Theatre G‑Rosso.
Story Synopsis
The stage adaptation brings to life Blue Lock: Episode Nagi, the popular soccer manga by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Kōta Sannomiya. This spin‑off delves into Nagi’s early encounters with Reo and his rise toward football greatness. It expands the Blue Lock world with emotional backstory and prequel depth, making it a must‑see for fans craving more character-focused drama.
Official Announcement & Event Details
The new stage play is scheduled to run from November 20 to 30, 2025, at Theatre G-Rosso in Tokyo Dome City. Ticket sales are expected to begin on May 25 and run through June 15. The production sees the return of creative and cast members, ensuring continuity with past adaptations.
Why This Adaptation Matters
As the fifth stage adaptation in the Blue Lock franchise, this special production highlights the enduring popularity and depth of the series. The adaptation follows the success of the theatrical film Blue Lock: Episode Nagi released in April 2024, which grossed approximately 1.8 billion yen and drew over 1.3 million viewers worldwide. This new medium—live theater—offers fans another immersive way to experience the emotional chemistry between Nagi and Reo and the intense soccer drama.
Highlights
- Stage play runs November 20–30, 2025, at Theatre G-Rosso in Tokyo Dome City.
- Follows previous plays in 2023, January 2024, August 2024, and May 2025.
- Naohiro Ise returns as writer/director; Takamichi Satō and Shūji Kikuchi reprise as Nagi and Reo.
- Based on the Episode Nagi spin-off manga (serialized since June 2022 in Bessatsu Shōnen Magazine).
- The April 2024 anime film adaptation earned ¥1.8 billion (1.3 M viewers).
- Sales open May 25 to June 15, 2025.
- By March 2025, the main Blue Lock manga had sold over 45 million copies worldwide.
Starting Lineup
Seishirō Nagi
A prodigious but emotionally distant striker, Nagi’s journey begins in Episode Nagi: his early passion for soccer and the formative meeting with Reo Mikage. Known for his natural talent and quiet demeanor, this prequel explores the roots of his genius and his evolving bond with Reo.
Reo Mikage
Charismatic and persuasive, Reo discovers Nagi’s latent talent and becomes a guiding force in his life and soccer career. Their partnership drives the narrative, highlighting themes of mentorship, ambition, and trust, central to the spin-off’s emotional core.
Get ready to witness the dramatic debut of Blue Lock: Episode Nagi live on stage this November—tickets by June, excitement building already!
