Nearly a decade after the anime wrapped up, Assassination Classroom is making its comeback on the big screen. The fan-favorite series is set to receive a brand-new film titled “Assassination Classroom: Minna no Jikan” (Everyone’s Time), premiering in Japan on March 20, 2026.
Unlike the previous movie, which largely retold existing events, this new installment takes a different path. Minna no Jikan will spotlight chapters and character-focused stories that were skipped during the original TV adaptation—giving long-time fans the chance to finally see these moments animated.
Some of the episodes fans hope to see included are:
- Maehara’s growth in “Retaliation Time”
- Sugaya’s artistic flair in “Art Time”
- Kataoka and Terasaka’s poolside lessons in “Swimming Time”
- Takebayashi’s focus arc in “Ruler Time: 2nd Hour”
- Seasonal side stories like “Summertime” and “Drowned Time”
While these tales weren’t central to the assassination plot, they gave Class-E its personality—blending humor, slice-of-life warmth, and extra character depth. Fans have already started buzzing online, compiling wish lists of what they hope the new movie will animate.
This isn’t the franchise’s first trip to theaters. In 2016, Assassination Classroom the Movie: 365 Days offered a recap with a brief epilogue featuring Nagisa and Karma. That project was warmly received, but it largely revisited familiar ground.
Minna no Jikan, however, isn’t about repetition—it’s about filling in the gaps. By animating skipped material, the movie brings a fresh layer to a story fans already know by heart.
Why This Film Matters
The announcement also arrives as part of the series’ 10th anniversary celebration, which has included a special rebroadcast of the anime with updated opening and ending themes. The timing feels intentional, as nostalgia and fan demand for “lost” stories are higher than ever.
If the project lands well, it could:
- Reignite the fanbase by reminding people why Class-E became so beloved.
- Invite new viewers who never watched the original series but might jump in through the film.
- Test the waters for future spin-offs or adaptations, showing that revisiting skipped manga material can pay off.
Given how often studios now revisit classics for anniversaries or streaming demand, Assassination Classroom: Minna no Jikan may even set a trend: reviving series not with remakes, but with the “missing pieces” fans always wanted.
