The live-action adaptation of the hit manga BLUE LOCK is set to make its Italian debut at Lucca Comics & Games 2026, ahead of its theatrical release in Italy through Fandango Distribuzione.
The film will premiere on October 30 at 4:30 PM at Cinema Centrale, as part of the festival’s Area Movie programme curated by QMI.
Based on the manga created by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and illustrated by Yusuke Nomura, BLUE LOCK has become a global entertainment phenomenon, with over 50 million copies sold and translations into more than 20 languages. Its international success has been further strengthened by the anime series and the animated feature film BLUE LOCK: Episode Nagi.
Directed by Yusuke Taki, the live-action film stars Fumiya Takahashi as Yoichi Isagi, alongside Kaito Sakurai, Kyohei Takahashi, Kouta Nomura and Masataka Kubota. The film is produced by CK WORKS, CREDEUS and Kodansha.
The story follows 300 young football strikers selected for an extreme training programme designed to create the world’s greatest striker, where only one player can emerge victorious.
Following its Japanese theatrical release in August 2026, the film’s upcoming arrival in Italy marks another milestone in BLUE LOCK’s international expansion, further strengthening the franchise’s visibility and engagement with Italian audiences.
The Italian theatrical release date has yet to be announced.
