---
title: "Love Live! The School Idol Movie"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/love-live-the-school-idol-movie-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 333623
imdb_id: "tt3837248"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 63
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Love Live! The School Idol Movie (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/love-live-the-school-idol-movie-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Love Live! The School Idol Movie is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Animation, Music, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by SUNRISE, Bandai Visual, Lantis. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A beloved idol group races to stage one final unforgettable concert."

### Why Watch
- Vibrant animation and lively musical numbers
- Heartwarming story of friendship and growth

### Caveats & Content Note
- Short runtime restricts deeper character arcs
- Tone & Suitability: The film is upbeat and family‑friendly, with light comedy and inspirational themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: uplifting, energetic, bittersweet, musical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Crunchyroll, Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Crunchyroll Amazon Channel | None | Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Takahiko Kyougoku
- **Networks / Studios**: SUNRISE, Bandai Visual, Lantis

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Emi Nitta** as *Honoka Kōsaka (voice)*
- **Aya Uchida** as *Kotori Minami (voice)*
- **Suzuko Mimori** as *Umi Sonoda (voice)*
- **Pile** as *Maki Nishikino (voice)*
- **Yurika Kubo** as *Hanayo Koizumi (voice)*
- **Riho Iida** as *Rin Hoshizora (voice)*
- **Sora Tokui** as *Nico Yazawa / Cocoro Yazawa / Cocoa Yazawa / Cotaro Yazawa (voice)*
- **Aina Kusuda** as *Nozomi Tōjō (voice)*
- **Yoshino Nanjo** as *Eli Ayase (voice)*
- **Natsumi Takamori** as *Akiba Reporter (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is an animated musical comedy.

### Q: Who are the protagonists?
The nine members of the idol group μ's.

### Q: What is the main premise?
After senior members graduate, μ's decides to hold a final concert before dissolving.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 39 minutes.

### Q: Is the film appropriate for younger viewers?
Yes, it features upbeat, family‑friendly content with light comedy and inspirational themes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Love Live! The School Idol Movie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/333623)

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