The IDOLM@STER Million Live! OVA Blu-ray Confirmed for March 27, 2026 Release, New Promotional Video Ignites Fan Excitement

Idol enthusiasts and dedicated fans of The IDOLM@STER Million Live! can anticipate the official Blu-ray release date for the original video anime (OVA), which Bandai Namco Entertainment has set for March 27, 2026. This announcement was accompanied by a new promotional video, which premiered on October 11, 2025, providing a preview of the Millionstars idols' world. Pre-orders for this Blu-ray package are currently available and will conclude on January 22, 2026.

The OVA episode, titled 'Itsuka, Mannaka de' (Someday, In the Center), will explore the lives and careers of the Millionstars. This installment is designed to expand upon their journey, detailing their group activities alongside individual and unit endeavors. The narrative aims to maintain the established charm and energy that fans associate with the series.

Director Shinya Watada, who previously directed the television adaptation, returns for this project. The script is written by Yoichi Kato, ensuring narrative consistency. Shirogumi Inc., the animation studio responsible for the TV series that aired from October to December 2023 following a theatrical run in late summer 2023, is again handling the visual production, aiming for consistent animation quality.

The comprehensive Blu-ray package includes additional content beyond the main OVA episode. This includes a collection of promotional videos, six new special video features, and two booklets offering insights into the production and characters. As an exclusive bonus, purchasers will receive a special code for an in-game item for the mobile game, The IDOLM@STER Million Live! Theater Days, integrating the anime experience with the game.

The OVA's central story focuses on the trio of Miya, Tomoka, and Matsuri. Their narrative follows their experiences within the idol industry, including interactions with fans and their support for aspiring musicians in a high school environment. The story explores themes of friendship, the pursuit of dreams, and personal development in the context of striving for stardom.

The IDOLM@STER Million Live! is a component of The IDOLM@STER multimedia franchise, which began with its game release in 2013. This anime adaptation integrates a new generation of idols with classic characters from 765 Production. This upcoming OVA release is a significant event for the fanbase that has followed the series through its rhythm game iterations and multimedia expansions.