The last few years have seen some terrific anime films emerge, animated tales that combine the strengths of the medium to deliver emotional gut-punches and performances deserving of widespread recognition. If you’re looking to sit back with a critically acclaimed film that combines incredible animation with an intriguing story, 2023’s mega-hit Suzume is a great choice. Plus, the Walmart-exclusive steelbook edition is currently on sale for $27 (was $40). The limited edition and standard Blu-ray versions are available at discounts from Amazon and Crunchy Roll as well. Suzume released on March 12.
Suzume Limited-Edition on Blu-ray and DVD Crunchy Roll — $48.74 ($65)Amazon — $55 ($65)Suzume Steelbook Edition on Blu-rayExclusive to Walmart — $27 ($40)Suzume (Blu-ray and DVD) Crunchy Roll — $21.50 ($35)Amazon — $29.49 ($35)
The limited-edition comes packaged with a 60-page art book and four art cards. All editions come with three discs: a standard 1080p Blu-ray, DVD, and a special-features Blu-ray disc containing the following extras:
Director’s commentaryDirector’s interviewDirector’s filmography recapRADWIMPS interviewThe making of Suzume documentaryEnding Scene: Tadaima VersionSpecial commemoration videosPromo video collectionTrailersRoundtable interview with Makoto Shinkai, Yojiro Noda, and Kazuma JinnouchiSuzume limited-edition
The critically acclaimed film released last year and currently holds a 96% from critics and 98% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes. It also has received universal acclaim from viewers on GameSpot sister site Metacritic.
“17-year-old Suzume’s journey begins in a quiet town in Kyushu when she encounters a young man who tells her, ‘I’m looking for a door,'” the film’s synopsis reads. “What Suzume finds is a single weathered door standing upright in the midst of ruins as though it was shielded from whatever catastrophe struck. Seemingly drawn by its power, Suzume reaches for the knob. Doors begin to open one after another all across Japan, unleashing destruction upon any who are near. Suzume must close these portals to prevent further disaster.”
Suzume is the fourth-highest-grossing Japanese film of all time, pulling in over $320 million at the global box office during its run. For more new anime-related products, you can buy the first part of Bleach’s Thousand-year Blood War arc at a discount as well as several new Studio Ghibli books.
