Saekano the Movie: Finale

Saekano the Movie: Finale

Year: 2019

Runtime: 115 mins

Language: Japanese

Directors: Kanta Kamei, Akihisa Shibata

AnimationRomanceComedyDrama

Following blessing software's initial project, Eriri and Utaha join renowned creator Akane Kosaka to develop a significant game called Fields Chronicle. Simultaneously, Tomoya and Megumi collaborate with new team members and various stakeholders to produce their own game. The story explores the diverging paths of these teams and the challenges they face in creating their respective games. Questions arise about the future of Eriri and Utaha’s ambitious project, the evolving relationship between Tomoya and Megumi, and the ultimate fate of blessing software's new game.

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Timeline & Setting – Saekano the Movie: Finale (2019)

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Time period

Present day

The story unfolds in contemporary Japan amid a bustling anime/game-creation scene. It follows a tight-knit circle racing to meet a deadline for a big winter event and game release. A future epilogue then flashes forward by ten years, showing the long-term outcomes for the characters.

Location

Kasumigaoka's apartment, Hashima residence, hospital, Winter Comiket venue

Kasumigaoka's apartment serves as the main creative hub where Aki seeks Kasumigaoka's input on the script. The Hashima residence is a key meeting spot for the team to discuss milestones and strategy. A hospital visit occurs after Kosaka collapses, underscoring the real-world stakes behind their creative race. The Winter Comiket venue is where Blessing Software's game is released and first meets its audience.

🏢 Apartment 🏠 Residence 🏥 Hospital 🎪 Convention venue

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Main Characters – Saekano the Movie: Finale (2019)

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Kasumigaoka Utaha (Ai Kayano)

A sharp-tongued writer who teases Aki about his first kiss and acts as a key creative force in shaping the main heroine route. Her confidence masks a deeper commitment to the project and to the relationships within the circle. She wields influence with wit and elegance, steering conversations and decisions.

📝 Writer 🗣️ Sharp wit 💫 Creative influence

Aki Tomoya (Yoshitsugu Matsuoka)

The central creator who struggles to finish the screenplay and ultimately leads the effort to delay the deadline. His loyalty to Katō and his willingness to sacrifice his own comfort for the team define his character. He matures through confessions and acts of support that deepen romantic and creative bonds.

🎯 Protagonist 💡 Creative leader 💕 Romantic

Hashima Izumi (Chinatsu Akasaki)

A member of the Hashima circle, seen as supportive and concerned with the group's progress. Izumi's presence underscores the shared sense of teamwork and the emotional stakes of the project. She contributes to the warmth and dynamics of the team.

🤝 Supportive ally 🧩 Team player

Hashima Iori (Tetsuya Kakihara)

A Hashima family member whose involvement underscores the close-knit nature of the circle. Iori's presence highlights familial ties within the creative group and adds a layer of loyalty to the project. His role reinforces the collaborative atmosphere behind Blessing Software.

👥 Loyal ally 🧭 Family ties

Hyoudou Michiru (Sayuri Yahagi)

A key performer who showcased their work at the convention and later plays a part in supporting the team. Michiru embodies confidence and talent, pushing the group toward their creative goals. Her actions help catalyze the momentum of the project.

🎤 Performer 🌟 Talent

Katou Megumi (Kiyono Yasuno)

A central collaborator who takes on leadership during the crunch and eventually confesses her feelings to Aki. She balances pragmatism with warmth, guiding the project toward completion while navigating personal relationships. Her resilience helps the circle persevere.

🧭 Leader 💖 Romantic

Sawamura Spencer Eriri (Saori Onishi)

An illustrator/writer in the circle who participates in shaping the heroine and visuals. She shares the creative burden and supports the team, contributing to the balance of artistry and storytelling. Her presence reinforces the collaborative dynamics of Blessing Software.

🎨 Artist 🧩 Collaborator

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Major Themes – Saekano the Movie: Finale (2019)

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💖 Romance

Romantic tensions thread through the circle as Aki and Katō navigate growing feelings, complicated by their creative partnerships. Utaha’s teasing hints at a deeper connection while Katō and Aki eventually acknowledge their love. The relationships drive personal growth and alter the group dynamics.

⏳ Deadline pressure

The team grapples with a looming deadline that forces compromises between artistic vision and commercial appeal. Kosaka’s absence after her illness compounds the pressure to deliver something remarkable. The push to delay the deadline reflects the characters' willingness to sacrifice for quality and the project’s fate.

🤝 Collaboration

Blessing Software functions as a collaborative unit where writers, illustrators, and directors must align. Leadership roles shift when Katō steps up to drive the project forward. Their teamwork demonstrates how shared goals and mutual support can transform creative ambitions into a tangible product.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 12:19

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