Is it a movie borrowing bits from a TV show? A TV show dressed up as a movie? Does it matter?
Over the weekend, anime society hit the cinema for Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution, and honestly? It was an experience. Let’s break it down.
First off, the film is basically a rehash of the Shibuya Arc for the first half. No point pretending otherwise. But here’s the thing—it’s done with so much care and energy that it doesn’t feel like filler. The editing is slick, the pacing is intense, and it only focuses on the moments that really hit hard. If Nanami’s last stand or Nobara’s fate wrecked you in season two, prepare to relive that pain in glorious HD.
One of our members summed it up perfectly:
“It’s like an emotional remix—MAPPA just said, ‘You thought you were done crying? Think again.’”
Now, if you haven’t seen season two, this film might feel chaotic. It doesn’t explain much—it’s more like a highlight reel for fans who already know the story. Compared to compilation films like Solo Leveling: ReAwakening or the Demon Slayer recaps, this one is less of a neat summary and more of a hype-builder. And honestly? We were fine with that because the animation is next-level. MAPPA really flexed here.
But let’s be real—the main reason we all went was for the season three preview. And wow… they did not hold back. The vibe is completely different now. The Shibuya Arc changed everything: Gojo is gone (for now), Yuji is a wanted man, and guess who’s sent to execute him? Yuta Okkotsu. Yep, the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 legend himself. The tension between Yuji and Yuta is going to be insane, and the film teases that perfectly without spoiling too much.
The action in the preview? Explosive. The color palettes, the cityscapes, the sheer chaos—it looks terrifying and gorgeous on the big screen. One of the society members said:
“It feels like we’re saying goodbye to Jujutsu High and hello to something way darker. I’m hyped.”
The only downside? We’ve got to wait two more months for the season to drop. Pain. But if Execution proves anything, it’s that Jujutsu Kaisen still sits comfortably among the anime greats. The hype is real.