Starring: Kento Yamazaki, Mackenyu, Nana Komatsu, Shun Oguri
Directed by: Shinsuke Sato
Genre: Action / Supernatural / Horror
Runtime: 2h 12m
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
🧿 “Face your fears… or be devoured by them.”
The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of Jujutsu Kaisen finally hits the screen — and to everyone’s relief, it doesn’t disappoint. Stylish, brutal, and surprisingly heartfelt, this 2025 film honors the spirit of the original manga and anime while standing firmly on its own cinematic legs.
🔥 Plot Summary
We follow Yuji Itadori, a regular high school student whose world flips upside down when he ingests a cursed object — the finger of Ryomen Sukuna, an ancient and fearsome Curse. Suddenly, Yuji becomes a vessel for the King of Curses and is forced to join Tokyo Jujutsu High, where he must train to harness his powers and survive a hidden war between sorcerers and cursed spirits.
Yuji teams up with classmates Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara Kugisaki to stop the rise of an underground group led by Mahito, a sadistic sorcerer bent on triggering mass extinction by collecting Sukuna’s remaining fingers.
🎭 What Works
✅ Casting & Performances:
Kento Yamazaki shines as Yuji, balancing vulnerability and intensity. Mackenyu’s Megumi is cool and controlled, while Nana Komatsu brings real fire to Nobara. Shun Oguri as Mahito is a chilling scene-stealer.
✅ Visual Effects & Action:
From domain expansions to cursed spirit battles, the VFX is top-tier — a rare win in anime-to-live-action films. The fights are raw, brutal, and beautifully choreographed, feeling grounded yet otherworldly.
✅ Tone & Atmosphere:
Dark, moody, and at times terrifying — the movie leans into the horror elements more than the anime, giving it a more mature, gritty vibe that elevates the emotional stakes.
✅ Loyal to the Source:
This adaptation doesn’t shy away from the themes of death, sacrifice, and moral ambiguity. Fans of the manga will appreciate how faithfully it brings iconic moments and character arcs to life.
⚠️ What Could Be Better
- Some side characters (like Panda and Maki) are underdeveloped or rushed.
- A few heavy exposition scenes may feel dense for newcomers unfamiliar with the lore.
- The pacing dips slightly in the second act.