Unanswered//butterfly(2026)
Unanswered//butterfly Synopsis
In Sword Art Online, the first full-dive VRMMO, dying in the game means dying in real life. Emirun and Rex, who knew each other before entering the game, reunite by chance and join forces to survive. After their team is slaughtered by the mysterious PK known as the Black Swordsman, the two resolve to become stronger. Determined to avenge their fallen comrades, they seek out the legendary swordswoman Asuna and begin an intense training regimen. In a deadly game where even fellow players can become enemies, what fate awaits them at the end of this journey?
Unanswered//butterfly (2026) is a action, science fiction, animation, fantasy and adventure film directed by Tadahiro Yoshihira, released on May 9, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 58m. It stars Koki Uchiyama, Tomoyo Kurosawa, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka and Haruka Tomatsu. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Tadahiro Yoshihira
- Writers:
- Tadahiro Yoshihira, Keisuke Makino, Reki Kawahara
- Composer:
- Kegani
- Production:
- Polygon Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Unanswered//butterfly (2026) Trailer
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Unanswered//butterfly Cast & Crew
Main cast
Koki Uchiyama
as Rex (voice)
Tomoyo Kurosawa
as Emirun (voice)
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
as Kazuto Kirigaya / Kirito (voice)
Haruka Tomatsu
as Asuna Yuuki (voice)
Ayahi Takagaki
as Lisbeth (voice)
Yurina Amami
as Lucy (voice)
Kana Ichinose
as Iori (voice)
Manatsu Murakami
as Lala (voice)
Yuya Hirose
as Zash (voice)
Anri Katsu
as Musou (voice)
Manaka Iwami
as Stina (voice)
Karin Nanami
as Saint Snowdaisy (voice)
Key crew
Directed by Tadahiro Yoshihira, written by Tadahiro Yoshihira, Keisuke Makino and Reki Kawahara.
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Unanswered//butterfly Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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Unanswered//butterfly – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Unanswered//butterfly?
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The main cast of Unanswered//butterfly (2026) includes Koki Uchiyama, Tomoyo Kurosawa, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Haruka Tomatsu and Ayahi Takagaki. The film was directed by Tadahiro Yoshihira. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Unanswered//butterfly released?
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Unanswered//butterfly was released on May 9, 2026 and runs for 1h 58m.
Is Unanswered//butterfly worth watching?
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Unanswered//butterfly (2026) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action, science fiction and animation films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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