"Koro-sensei Fired, Jun Fukuyama Talks 5 Hours!"

Saurav Kumar Feb 22, 2026 69
"Koro-sensei Fired, Jun Fukuyama Talks 5 Hours!"

Assassination Classroom The Movie: Minna no Jikan Preview Event Analysis

The long-awaited completion preview screening for the brand new anime film, Assassination Classroom the Movie: Minna no Jikan (Everyone's Time), finally took place today, February 22nd. The event was hosted at the famous Shinjuku Wald 9 in Tokyo, and it was quite a packed house. Based on the masterpiece original work by Yusei Matsui, this movie is something fans have been waiting for since a long time. The atmosphere was just electric as the audience got a first look at what happens when class is back in session for our favourite 3-E students.

To make the afternoon even more special, the main voice cast members actually came on stage for a greeting. We had Jun Fukuyama, who is the voice behind the legendary Koro-sensei, looking quite happy to be back. Joining him were Mai Fuchigami, who plays our protagonist Nagisa Shiota (and also the character Hotaru), and Nobuhiko Okamoto, the voice of the fiery Gyo Akabane. It was truly heart-warming to see them all together again after so many years. The stage greeting happened right after the screening ended. And don't you worry at all, this article is completely safe and does not contain any spoilers for those who haven't seen it yet.

Event Highlights and Cast Reflections

During the talk, the actors shared some very nostalgic memories from their time recording the original series. It is actually hard to believe it has been ten years already. Many fans often wonder assassination classroom: why this unique action comedy is a must watch anime and manga, and the cast basically answered that by talking about the deep emotional bond between the teacher and his students. Jun Fukuyama even joked that he could probably talk for another five hours about his experiences playing the yellow octopus teacher.

The new film is particularly special because it adapts various chapters from the manga that were skipped in the original TV broadcast. This means we finally get to see those "missing" moments brought to life with the same high-quality animation from Studio Lerche. It is not just a simple recap; it is a proper celebration of the journey.

  • Assassination Classroom Drinking: This has apparently become an annual tradition for the staff and cast during the year-end and New Year holidays.
  • Solitude and Success: Fukuyama mentioned how he felt a bit lonely recording some parts alone, but was ultimately glad because it helped him focus on Koro-sensei's unique perspective.
  • A Lasting Legacy: The team emphasized that Koro-sensei will never really disappear from the memories of the fans, no matter how much time passes.

Final Thoughts on the 10th Anniversary Project

As the third part of the 10th-anniversary project, Assassination Classroom the Movie: Everyone's Time really feels like a love letter to the community. If you are looking for reasons behind the hype, checking out assassination classroom: why this unique action comedy is a must watch anime and manga will give you a good idea of its cultural impact. The movie is set to open nationwide in Japan on March 20, 2026. For those who were at the Shinjuku screening, there was also a massive image and video gallery featuring 13 total items on display, showing off some behind-the-scenes production art.

It’s a bittersweet feeling to see the series reach this milestone, but it’s great to see it getting the respect it deserves. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a newcomer, this movie is definitely going to be a very emotional ride.

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