Where Each My Hero Academia Movie Fits

by August Tales

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The My Hero Academia saga continues to surge forward, thrilling fans with each heart-pounding installment. With the recent release of My Hero Academia: You’re Next, the franchise once again dazzles audiences, taking them on a rollercoaster ride of emotion and action.

Unraveling the Cinematic Timeline

For dedicated fans, understanding the chronological order of the movies within the anime series is vital. These films are not random filler; they are woven intricately into the narrative. Each movie fits snugly between major arcs, expanding on the universe and enriching the storyline. This careful placement allows fans to experience character growth and unfolding themes seamlessly.

The latest film, My Hero Academia: You’re Next, hit theaters in Japan this past August. Its U.S. premiere followed recently, on October 11, 2024. Just as the buzz surrounds Season 7 and anticipates the final eighth season in 2025, this movie provides timely amusement and insights. Now is the moment for fans to revisit the films and connect the dots of this breathtaking saga.

My Hero Academia: Two Heroes – A Journey to I-Island

Between the anime’s second and third seasons lies the first cinematic adventure—My Hero Academia: Two Heroes. After the Final Exam arc but before the Forest Training Camp, Class 1-A ventures to the high-tech I-Island. Here, Deku and friends bolster their burgeoning powers against new villains.

Although still reliant on All Might, Deku takes center stage as they face off against Wolfram. However, the real charm is found in the introduction of Melissa Shield, an inventive ally. This Quirkless heroine contributes to pro-hero advancements, echoing Mei Hatsume’s inventive spirit.

Heroes Rising – Unleashing New Power

As the franchise progresses, My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising lands between Season 5 and 6, layered alongside the My Villain Academia arc. This film showcases Class 1-A once again, this time battling the formidable Nine on Nabu Island.

The conflict aligns thematically with Tomura Shigaraki’s character, with Nine’s possession of an experimental AFO Quirk. Eventually, Shigaraki crushes Nine, seizing his place as a future villainous icon. Here, teamwork shines brightly as every student hero gets a moment to dazzle, notably with Bakugo also wielding One For All.

World Heroes Mission – Defending the Future

Right between Seasons 5 and 6, World Heroes Mission sets the stage for a global showdown. This time, heroes combat the apocalyptic Humarise threat. With the Paranormal Liberation Front still looming, the students momentarily divert to take down this new peril.

Deku, Shoto Todoroki, and Katsuki Bakugo stand firm in their international mission. They strive to prevent the deadly Trigger Bombs from annihilating Quirk users. This effort emphasizes their growth and resolves before the main anime’s culminating battle.

The Rise of a Dark Rival

Fans stepping into the You’re Next movie find the narrative set post-Star and Stripe’s clash with Tomura. Season 7’s revelations shift tumultuous tides in Class 1-A’s journey. Yuga Aoyama’s betrayal shocks everyone, reshaping alliances and strategies.

Deku grapples with One For All’s expectations as Baldo Gorrini—a villain playing the evil twin card—emerges. Gorrini’s mistaken belief in inheriting All Might’s legacy further fuels chaos. Yet, with courage and camaraderie, Deku and his peers face this mafia threat, setting the stage for exciting confrontations.

My Hero Academia: You’re Next enriches the universe with captivating character dynamics and riveting encounters. While the film remains a thrilling side adventure, it threads the ongoing tapestry of heroism with compelling flair.

The chess pieces of hero and villain clash yet again, leaving fans breathlessly yearning for more. As the final anime chapter looms near, each movie carves its niche, ensuring that My Hero Academia remains a legendary legacy in the hearts of its devoted audience.