Hideo Kojima’s ‘Incredible’ Favorite MAPPA Masterpiece Officially Arrives on Hulu in September

Hideo Kojima shared his appreciation for Jujutsu Kaisen 0 a while ago, calling the MAPPA-produced movie “incredible” after finally watching it. The legendary game creator also admitted that he now understood why the franchise had become so popular, making his reaction all the more amusing given that he had only watched the first episode of the main series before seeing the film (via X):

Watched four movies on the flight.
First one was“Exit 8.” How do you turn a game built around “loops” into a movie? Ah, so that’s how they do it. Next, “Frontline.” An event that’s still vivid in our memory. It’s a tough subject, but very well executed. A film that deserves more… pic.twitter.com/U0gwc6T74R

— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) January 15, 2026

Now, Kojima’s favorite Jujutsu Kaisen story is set to become even more accessible, with Jujutsu Kaisen 0 officially arriving on Hulu in September. Without further ado, here’s more on his tweet and the movie’s arrival.

Hideo Kojima’s Praise Makes Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Even More Special

Kojima’s reaction is particularly interesting because he came to JJK 0 without having watched much of the main anime. In January 2026, he revealed that he had only seen the first episode of Jujutsu Kaisen before watching the movie, then said he finally understood why the franchise was so popular. He followed that up by praising MAPPA as “incredible,” giving the studio a memorable endorsement from one of gaming’s most recognizable creators.

However, Jujutsu Kaisen 0 was one of four movies Kojima watched during his flight. He also praised Exit 8, noting how effectively it translated the game’s looping concept to film, and Frontline, which he called a tough but well-executed story deserving more recognition. He also mentioned The Astronaut, appreciating how its story takes an approach opposite to the usual alien narrative and saying it works in its own way.

For JJK 0, Kojima’s comments stand out because he approached the film almost as a newcomer. Having only watched the first episode of the series beforehand, he came away feeling that the movie finally helped him understand the franchise’s enormous popularity. His enthusiastic reaction to both the film and MAPPA therefore serves as an unexpectedly strong endorsement from someone whose interests span movies and games.

Jujutsu Kaisen 0 Arrives on Hulu With Its Full Story in September

Hulu’s official September 2026 schedule confirms that JJK 0 will arrive on September 30 with both subtitled and dubbed versions through Crunchyroll. That makes it an especially convenient addition for viewers who have been following the main series and want to fill in one of its most important pieces of history.

The movie takes place before the events of the main JJK story, but it is much more than a side adventure. It adapts Gege Akutami’s four-chapter prequel manga, Jujutsu Kaisen 0: Tokyo Metropolitan Curse Technical School, and expands that material into a feature-length story. The result works as a self-contained introduction to Yuta while still rewarding longtime fans. It also helps explain why the movie remains so accessible: newcomers can follow Yuta’s personal story, while returning viewers can appreciate how familiar faces fit into the prequel’s events. That balance is one of its biggest strengths.

Yuta’s connection to Rika, Geto’s ideology, and Gojo’s relationship with both characters all add context to the wider world. The film also gives fans an early look at several characters who become familiar faces later on.

For anyone returning to JJK 0, one of the best anime movies from the 2020s, the biggest draw may simply be seeing Yuta’s journey again. The film also captures a side of Gojo and Geto’s relationship that makes their later history hit differently, while the supporting students bring plenty of personality to the quieter scenes. Even after the credits roll, the movie leaves Yuta’s place in the larger story feeling much clearer. With Hulu adding the film on September 30, fans have another reason to revisit Yuta, Rika, Gojo, and Geto – and perhaps see exactly what Kojima found so incredible for himself all over again.

TITLE	Jujutsu Kaisen 0
CREATOR	Gege Akutami
IMDb RATING (as of August 25, 2026)	7.8/10
WHERE TO WATCH	Crunchyroll, Hulu (September 30, 2026 onwards)

Are you excited to watch (or re-watch) JJK 0 when it comes to Hulu this September 2026? We’d love to know your thoughts and opinions on the movie in the comments below.

The Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie is currently available to watch on Crunchyroll.