Rascal Does Not Dream Of Santa Claus(2025)

Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus is an anime film that picks up after Sakuta Azusagawa and Mai Sakurajima have both enrolled at the same university. As Sakuta settles into campus life and builds new friendships, his world tilts when Uzuki Hirokawa, a member of the idol group Sweet Bullet and one of his close friends, begins exhibiting strange behavior. The film explores how Sakuta navigates this mysterious shift while balancing his relationship with Mai and his responsibilities to those around him. Grounded in character-driven storytelling, the film blends supernatural elements with the everyday challenges of young adulthood, continuing the franchise's signature blend of romance, mystery, and emotional depth.