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Ultraman: The Next

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First Lt. Shun'ichi Maki of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force is a prestigious F-15 Eagle jet pilot. His duties distance himself from his wife, Yoko, and his son, Tsugumu, who has a congenital blood disease. Maki decides to quit the Air Force to devote more time to his family. He takes a part-time job as a commercial tour guide run by a kindly group of people who allow him time to work and take care of his family.

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Daxota W Ultraman The Next stands as a unique and gritty entry in the Ultraman franchise, focusing on a more grounded, realistic portrayal of the Ultra hero mythos. Released as part of the Ultra N Project, this film reimagines Ultraman through a modern, mature lens, emphasizing personal struggle and humanity's fragile connection to the alien power. The film delves into themes of sacrifice, responsibility, and the weight of heroism, all while maintaining a darker tone and visceral action scenes compared to traditional Ultraman narratives. Its more serious and cinematic approach offers a fresh take on the beloved series, making The Next an essential watch for fans looking for a deeper exploration of the Ultra legend. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/29/25 Full Review Josh G A perfect mix of digital and practical visuals in story of humanity and giant monster fights. It has alot of heart to show us the human side of maki and the cast with incredible fights, me and my friends got very excited and the pacing is pitch perfect. Man this is a cool film. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/13/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis First Lt. Shun'ichi Maki of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force is a prestigious F-15 Eagle jet pilot. His duties distance himself from his wife, Yoko, and his son, Tsugumu, who has a congenital blood disease. Maki decides to quit the Air Force to devote more time to his family. He takes a part-time job as a commercial tour guide run by a kindly group of people who allow him time to work and take care of his family.
Director
Kazuya Konaka
Producer
Kiyoshi Suzuki
Screenwriter
Kei'ichi Hasegawa
Production Co
Tsuburaya Productions
Genre
Action, Drama, Fantasy
Original Language
Japanese
Runtime
1h 37m