Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu

Okay, so that person you're in deep, denial-y love with suddenly disappears! What do you do!? Risk screwing everything over in a crazy attempt to get them back? Or (snrk) just accept a world without them? Questions both asked and answered by these two absolutely wonderful movies, both of which provide some good closure to their respective preceding TV series. 

This movie deals intricately with witty character interaction, good character development, and extremely similar elements of time-travel. The animation and art are both great, and the music will really pull you into the show. There are tense moments that will keep you on the edge of your seat, and there will be light-hearted moments where you can laugh. Either way, if you watch either, be prepared for one heck of a ride! Important note:The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya is only a movie you can only fully appreciate if you have watched the previous two seasons adapted before it. 

Both revolve around very similar plots which is hard to delve into without spoiling the main points of the story.  

Both movies center around the theme: "You don't know what you have until it's gone." 

Both tackle on how a single decision will change a life. Though I recommend that you have to watch their prequels before watching either OVA/Movie. 

Both are phenomenal movies that handle a beautiful romance that explores the themes of loss as well as stretches the bonds of a relationship through time and space. Haruhi is a bit more introspective and downtrodden, while Kimi no Na wa is a more upbeat movie. 

both are finale films in a series that is very hard to ignore, both films do what their show does best plus more 

Time travels, drama and love story. 

Both these movies serve as theatrical sequels to TV anime and have specifically one character as it's main focus and are dedicated to developing them further. Although Haruhi no Shoushitsu has a slower pace then Rebellion, both are still fantastic character pieces and are definitely worth the watch.  

Movie finales for series in which our main protagonist enters/gets put in another world which can be described as an alternate version of what they are usually familiar with in an unexpected manner.  

Movies that act as companion pieces to the TV series they derive from. Using some form of time-travel as its container, these movies explore the choices made by loved ones when choosing one person over the other. There's a weighed sacrifice for their decisions, something the person with the time-travel advantage openly acknowledges, allowing for moments of self-reflection as they mull over their actions. And because of this constant causality, even in a slice-of-life setting, these movies feel like significant turning points to the TV series material it's attached to. They're equally smothered in this pensive atmosphere, occasionally taking a deep breath of fresh air to allow momentary relief. Visually, they strongly utilize muted colors, giving them the feeling of leaving spring or just approaching fall. A blanket of steel blue with occasional spots of warmth. Earthy tones of browns and greens. The stark contrast of cherry blossoms or a soft pink scarf. These movies found ways to alleviate the mood visually and narratively, while not compromising the situation at hand. It's not the most uplifting thing you could watch but if you're in the mood for it, in the right state of mind, they can be very rewarding for what they offer.  read more 

They're both pretty much the serious sides of comedy anime. 

The protagonists of these entries are similar; both are cynical, double as the narrator for their respective series and their real names are left a mystery. Each finds himself dissatisfied with his life, and only learns to appreciate the imperfections in his life after he lives in a world without them for a time. Both protagonists have an internal conflict that ends with an important decision pertaining which world they prefer. Both entries involve a lot of inner monologue, and not to mention time travel. Tatami Galaxy is more upbeat and fast-paced, while Disappearance is slower and more gloomy.  

Both movies are sequels to their respective series. In both movies, something happens and the protagonist is teleported into a familiar yet different world in which the protagonist doesn't exist. Both protagonists then proceed to make sense of why they are brought here and seek ways to return to their original world. 

Very similar with Styles aliens similar female characteristics angel beats being little more emotional. 

Both main characters tend to think out loud. In both films, the past and the present have a supernatural connection. 

Episode 7 from Konosuba is like this Movie. In the previous episodes Kazuma wants to get rid of from his party, because he thinks they are dumb and stupid, but he realizes, that he likes them and he wants to go back to them. 

Kanon is made by the same studio as The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya. They have almost identical art and some characters. Kanon also has a similar atmosphere. They both feature paranormal and mystery elements emerging in everyday life. However, Kanon focuses on romance. So, the similarities in art style, atmosphere, and thematic elements showcase the studio's consistent ability to craft compelling narratives that seamlessly blend the supernatural with the ordinary. 

Shifting focus from a multiple character cast to maily two characters? Check. A further exploration of their personal experiences and the consequences of said experiences? Check. A further exploration of the connection these two characters have and how it affects their own lives & the existence of those around them? Check. Gorgeous visuals and quality fluid animation? Check. Fantastic cinematography and great directing? Check. A sequel that offers closure, yet leaves enough open for a possible future sequel? Check. Cute girls suffering? Check (let's be real, we can't deny it's true). Beautiful soundtrack? Check. [Sort of spoiler] Time-travel done right with a proper explanation of its rules and how it functions? Check. 

-Drama -Supernatural -Damn feels -Same setting -Both mc are rude, but on the other hand also gentle -Similar animation my OP: When I watched Suzumiya I got the same feeling as with watching After story. I thought that everyone got enough screen time and the pacing is really good and both got some surprising elements + fanservice?, that you wouldn't expect. I'm 100% sure, that you are going to like the Suzumiya haruhi series if you liked the Clannad series. And vice versa. 

Both tackle on the concept of time travel 

The settings are considerably different but there are some points in common for both anime: The high amount of plot twists and the HEAVY similarities between Yuki and Ein, being two apparently emotionless girls being used as tools by a bigger organization, as well as the male protagonist's transformation. 

Both are radically different from the original series, that show you the truth behind everything that happened behind the scenes. 

Both films take advantage of what their series did not do, as well as present interesting topics, both look good and remain and both have a great soundtrack. 

First off, they are both sequels, so you'll have to watch the prequels beforehand. Otherwise: - Both female main characters lose their memory - Gets you in the feels - The supernatural is heavily involved - Comedic - Both male MCs lowkey have feelings for the female MC What makes Haruhi Suzumiya different: - Haruhi isn't the only one who loses her memory - There is more mystery involved - Makes way more logical sense imo 

Watching these two anime in a row is kind of painful (in an emotional way). Both are relating to holding/hiding your pain into yourself, though they take a different course in each anime 

Both sequel that elevate their franchise to a higher status. Both are also adapted by KyoAni and focuses on the main characters and their struggles during the entire show. 

They both time travel in a high school setting. Both the future version of one of the characters comes back to help the main character with their decisions and how his of her choices will influence the future. In my Opinion Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu is less focussed on drama/romance, but very similar in the subject of time travel.  

Best anime Christmas movies I rest my case 

both have normies being caught up in weird antics and are focused around clubs as well too. 

Imagine somebody comes up with an idea to create Evangelion without robots or angels set in school? Not impressed? Ok, now add a deeper psychological and phylosophycal layer? Ok, how about that: make a deeper investigation of sublime emotional relationship between Shinji and Rei? Of course one can't simply put Shinji or Rei in their work, so... here we go. Suzumiya Haruhi no Shoushitsu is exactly that sort of masterpiece. 

Besides having very similar characters (Holo=Haruhi, Lawrence=Kyon), they have a similar feel and have both happy and very sad moments. 

Time travel, aliens, sci-fi, do you really need more informations? Go watch it. 

Both anime is about skeptical high school student attending School Literature Club and dragged into a mysterious investigation related to the girl he knows. 

Look at it as a legit excuse to supply fans with who happen to be more popular than the actual heroine. What do you do when the secondary heroine, according to fan-based feedback, is more popular than the story based first heroine? Well, you made a sequel full of her. But this two aren't just a story-bended complete fanfare. They are great because they stay true to the real story of the original creator (check the novel), and also supply fans with limitless appearance of more popular, less annoying secondary heroine. Thank your god. For a less okay example of how to supply fans with a lot of chicks hotter than the actual heroine, see Hayate the combat butler2,3,4. read more 

Haruhi Suzumiya(second season specifically) and higurashi both deal with repeating time and i found the atmosphere of clubs, brigade leader to be similar. 

Both anime involves timetravelling and correction of either past mistakes or realities. In both a male character tries to figure out how everything shoild be instead of what there is. In both cases the key is a girl.... Anyway both really worth watching due to its its tricky plot and touching story. 

Surprisingly, no one noticed the striking similarities between both films. One can seriously say that the author of The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya may have received some inspiration from Tenchi Forever. Both... +Are based in popular franchises. (Duh!) +Escapes the usual trappings of anime movies based on popular franchises. They're not the standard cash-in films. Actually providing more than just "A fun romp with our favorite characters in a largely ineffectual story!". +Are about the disappearance of a central character and how people close to them are affected by their absence. +Have a more mature and somber tone than the series it originates from. More slower paced, whilst introspective too. +Contains no real villain, but instead a cause behind the conflict. The "causer" have very sympathetic reasons behind their actions, making it hard for the viewer to hate them for it. +Dabbles in time travel/alternate dimension mythos. +Are emotionally rich, with characters that obtain depth never seen in their respective series beforehand. +Possess beautiful, high quality artwork. Disappearance has great digital animation, while Tenchi Forever has great traditional animation. +Include incredible background music. While Disappearance is more of a mystery and Tenchi Forever is more of a romance, I believe that if you liked one you WILL like the other.  read more 

A lot of the team worked on both anime. Not to mention some jokes revolving around the fact that Haruhi and Konata are voiced by the same voice actress 

The Disappearance of Suzumiya Haruhi appears to have been influenced by Kimagure Orange Road in various ways, including its main plot line. Both involve similar plot elements, including espers, time travellers, parallel universes, a sort-of-tsundere female lead, and a high school setting. The Disappearance of Suzumiya Haruhi has a similar plot to the last few episodes of the Kimagure Orange Road TV series: *SPOILER* In both, the protagonist somehow goes back in time to when they were kids, but by doing so this causes serious ramifications for the future, a future where the existence of his loved one is endangered, so the protagonist must try to fix things back to normal. Along the way, he meets and leaves a strong impression on a kid who turns out to be someone he knows in the future. */SPOILER* The director of The Disappearance of Suzumiya Haruhi, Tatsuya Ishihara, had previously worked as a unit director on Kimagure Orange Road: Summer's Beginning (the second Kimagure movie, which is also about time travel), which explains the similar plot. read more 

both are hard to understand due to some crazy plot twists and they both are mysterious. 

I don't know how many people will agree with me here, but here I go These two movies really gave off a similar feeling while watching them and after finishing them. They both involve, people losing memories, and they both involve an energetic female lead. To watch both of these you would have had to have seen a large portion of the show they're attached to.  

They differ in story yes, but what similarities these two anime do share is that they are much more plot focused and dramatic than their predecessors. The sudden change in tone is very evident in both anime and will surely change your opinion on them, more than likely for the better.  

To be honest they're both kinda wack, but that's what makes both of these anime so unique. Both anime take a normal guy, the protagonist, and put him with a bunch of crazy people! The animation in both anime is very crisp, and the mood is light. Plot and character development aren't major in either anime, but character interaction is. The stories both flow, and the voice actors do great jobs. Mostly comedy but also some romance and a tiny little bit of action. They're both really unique and spontaneous based anime, so if you watch for comedy then you're sure to enjoy! 

Yeah, The Disappearance of Haruhi is, so far, the best film produced by Kyoani. The sense of growth of the two individual main characters is present for both, and Kyon is arguably a better protagonist than Mochizou. Try it out and compare. Though, before watching the Haruhi movie, you need to watch the TV anime first, but for Tamako Love Story the prequel isn't a must-watch to watch the movie. 

Warning, this recommendation contains spoilers. In both: - Main protagonists have to save the world and solve a mystery regarding a girl. - Bloody fights/magic/sci-fi. - There is a plot involving elements of time travel/time warp.  

Both movies show off Kyoto Animation's full potential. Both movies also benefit from a generous run time, wonderful visuals and animation and of course that little bit of Kyoani magic that fans have come to love. 

if you liked deep plot with supernatural touch, you will like both. 

Both have the same scenrio of losing somebody important and efecting the course though out the movie.