![First Terrestrial Broadcast! Movie “Gintama THE FINAL”: Cast, Characters, Synopsis, Staff Summary [Airing January 2nd]](https://animeworld.info/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/826005.jpg)
Overview & Introduction
The movie Gintama THE FINAL will receive its first-ever terrestrial TV broadcast on the TV Tokyo network and other channels, starting Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at 24:45. Here, we’ll summarize and introduce the story, cast, characters, and more.
What’s the Story About?
With a countdown to Earth’s destruction looming, former comrades Gintoki, Takasugi, and Katsura run desperately, each carrying their own feelings. However, the one who stands in their way is Utsuro, a separate personality from the teacher who once guided them, Shouyou Yoshida. The final and greatest enemy, Utsuro, plans to take the entire planet with him to end his own immortal life.
To stop Utsuro’s ambition and support Gintoki and the others, who continue to fight holding their teacher Shouyou’s wish in their hearts, Shinpachi, Kagura, the Shinsengumi, the residents of Kabuki District, and even former rivals join the fight. The story depicts whether Gintoki, battered and broken, can finally put an end to everything, facing Utsuro’s ever-growing power and Takasugi’s life-risking confrontation.
Broadcast Information
Movie: Gintama THE FINAL
TV Tokyo Network: Friday, January 2nd, 2026, 24:45~
Television Wakayama: Friday, January 2nd, 2026, 24:45~
Biwa Lake Broadcasting: Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, 15:00~
Production Staff
| Role | Staff Member |
|---|---|
| Original Work | Hideaki Sorachi (Published in Shueisha’s Jump Comics) |
| Director / Screenplay | Chizuru Miyawaki |
| Supervisor | Youichi Fujita |
| Character Design / Chief Animation Director | Shinji Takeuchi |
Voice Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Sakata Gintoki | Tomokazu Sugita |
| Shimura Shinpachi | Daisuke Sakaguchi |
| Kagura | Rie Kugimiya |
| Sadaharu | Mikako Takahashi |
| Kondou Isao | Susumu Chiba |
| Hijikata Toushirou | Kazuya Nakai |
| Okita Sougo | Ken’ichi Suzumura |
| Katsura Kotarou | Akira Ishida |
| Takasugi Shinsuke | Takehito Koyasu |
| Yoshida Shouyou / Utsuro | Kouichi Yamadera |
| Shimura Tae | Satsuki Yukino |
| Tama | Omi Minami |
| Hasegawa Taizou | Fumihiko Tachiki |
| Matsudaira Katakuriko | Norio Wakamoto |
| Takechi Henpeita | Chafurin |
| Yagyu Kyuubei | Fumiko Orikasa |
| Tsukuyo | Yuko Kaida |
| Kamui | Satoshi Hino |
| Abuto | Houchuu Ohtsuka |
| Sakamoto Tatsuma | Shinichiro Miki |
| Muto | Akino Watanabe |
| Hata no Ouji | Kouichi Sakaguchi |
| Otose | Kujira |
| Catherine | Yu Sugimoto |
| Umibouzu | Show Hayami |
| Soyo-hime | Ryo Hirohashi |
| Sarutobi Ayame | Yu Kobayashi |
| And others |
Main Characters
Sakata Gintoki (Tomokazu Sugita)
The silver-haired, naturally-permed protagonist who runs the “Yorozuya” (Odd Jobs Shop) in Kabuki District. He pursues his former teacher, who has now become an enemy.
Shimura Shinpachi (Daisuke Sakaguchi)
The heir to a kendo dojo who works at the Yorozuya. He’s the head of the fan club for idol Terakado Tsuu. He fights alongside Kagura for Gintoki’s sake.
Kagura (Rie Kugimiya)
A super-gluttonous girl who works at the Yorozuya. She’s from the Yato tribe, the universe’s strongest combat race with monstrous strength. She supports Gintoki and fights alongside Shinpachi.
Sadaharu (Mikako Takahashi)
The super-giant space dog Kagura picked up and the Yorozuya keeps, though currently he awaits the day of awakening inside a small orb.
Kondou Isao (Susumu Chiba)
The chief of Edo’s special police force, the Shinsengumi. His subordinates treat him like a gorilla.
Hijikata Toushirou (Kazuya Nakai)
The Shinsengumi vice-chief. He assists Kondou and is called the “Demon Vice-Chief.” On the other hand, he’s also known as an extreme mayonnaise lover.
Okita Sougo (Ken’ichi Suzumura)
Captain of the Shinsengumi’s First Division. His swordsmanship is first-rate; he’s an sadistic boy constantly aiming for the vice-chief’s position.
Katsura Kotarou (Akira Ishida)
Gintoki’s childhood friend who fought alongside him as a Joui patriot during the war. He uncovers information about Utsuro and fights alongside Gintoki once more.
Takasugi Shinsuke (Takehito Koyasu)
Gintoki’s childhood friend. He later became the leader of the Kiheitai, but seeking their teacher Shouyou, he joins forces with Gintoki.
Yoshida Shouyou / Utsuro (Kouichi Yamadera)
The teacher who guided a young Gintoki and the others. In truth, he is a super-life form who has reincarnated countless times and now plots the destruction of Earth.
Theme Songs & Music
Theme Song: SPYAIR “Wadachi ~Wheel Track~”
SPYAIR is a 4-member rock band from Aichi Prefecture formed in 2005. Since their major debut in 2010, they’ve gained popularity through active releases and overwhelming live performances. This is their third collaboration with the Gintama TV anime series and second with the movies. Their theme song “Genjou Destruction” for the 2013 movie Gintama: The Final Chapter: Be Forever Yorozuya is still loved by many music and anime fans, recording long-term sales.
Insert Songs: DOES “Douraku Shinjou” & “Breakdown”
DOES was formed in Fukuoka in 2000. After their major debut in 2006, they scored consecutive hits through four collaborations with Gintama. Their 2008 single “Donten” achieved an exceptional 200,000 downloads for a rock band.
(C) Hideaki Sorachi / Gintama Movie Production Committee Distribution: Warner Bros. Pictures
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