Fans worldwide are getting an early look at the highly anticipated return of Special Grade sorcerer Yūta Okkotsu in the Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution compilation film, which features an advance preview of Season 3’s “Culling Game” arc. The movie, which blends key events from the Shibuya Incident with new footage, highlights Yūta’s pivotal role as Yuji Itadori’s assigned executioner, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation.
The “Execution Compilation” Film’s Scope
Released in Japan as Jujutsu Kaisen: The Movie – Shibuya Incident Special Edition x Culling Game Advance Screening, the film offers a unique theatrical experience. It compiles the climactic Shibuya Incident arc from Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 and, critically, provides an early debut of the first two episodes of Season 3, which will adapt the deadly Culling Game arc. This strategic compilation aims to bridge the narrative gap and immerse audiences directly into the next major storyline.
International audiences, under the title Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution, will see the film roll out in various regions. Screenings are set to begin in the UK and Ireland on November 14, followed by other territories across EMEA, Latin America, and APAC. North American fans can catch early access fan events on December 3, with a nationwide theatrical release starting December 5.
Yūta Okkotsu’s Fateful Return
The preview clip emphasizes the significant re-entry of Yūta Okkotsu, the protagonist of the prequel film Jujutsu Kaisen 0. Following the devastating Shibuya Incident, the higher-ups of the jujutsu world assign Yūta the grim task of executing Yuji Itadori for his perceived crimes. This directive pits two of Satoru Gojo’s beloved students against each other, promising an emotionally charged and action-packed battle that has been eagerly awaited by manga readers.
Teasers and trailers for Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution have showcased intense moments of Yuji and Yūta clashing, underscoring the high stakes of their encounter. The footage also teases appearances from other fan-favorite characters, including Naoya Zen’in, Choso, Megumi Fushiguro, Yuki Tsukumo, and Maki Zen’in, hinting at the broader conflicts that will unfold.
Bridging Arcs: Shibuya Incident to Culling Game
The film’s structure is designed to connect the directly linked episodes of the Shibuya Incident and Culling Game arcs, transforming the story into a fresh big-screen experience. The Shibuya Incident saw a veil descend over the bustling Shibuya district, trapping countless civilians and leading to Satoru Gojo’s sealing. In the aftermath, Noritoshi Kamo orchestrated a plan to turn ten colonies across Japan into dens of curses, initiating the deadly Culling Game. It is within this chaotic new landscape that Yūta is tasked with Yuji’s execution, triggering their fateful confrontation.
The full Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, which will continue the Culling Game arc, is slated to premiere in January 2026. This theatrical compilation offers an essential prelude, allowing fans to relive critical events and get an exclusive head start on the next major chapter of the Jujutsu Kaisen saga.
