The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie
A bittersweet and vibrant romantic dramedy, where the threads of five hearts intertwine, culminating in a single, life-altering choice under the confetti of their final school festival.
The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie
The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie

映画 五等分の花嫁

20 May 2022 Japan 136 min ⭐ 8.3 (418)
Director: Masato Jimbo
Cast: Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Kana Hanazawa, Ayana Taketatsu, Miku Ito, Ayane Sakura
Animation Comedy Romance
Individual Growth and Self-Realization The Complexity of Sisterhood Love and Choice Moving on from the Past
Box Office: $17,288,993

The Quintessential Quintuplets Movie - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Futaro Uesugi

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Archetype: The Mentor/The Reluctant Hero
Key Trait: Diligent

Motivation

His primary motivation evolves from wanting to get paid for tutoring to a genuine desire to see the sisters succeed and find their own paths. In the film, his motivation is to find emotional clarity and give a sincere answer to the girls' feelings for him.

Character Arc

Futaro transforms from a cynical, socially awkward student focused solely on academics and money into someone who genuinely cares for the quintuplets' well-being and happiness. The movie shows the culmination of his journey as he finally confronts his own emotions, acknowledging he has fallen in love and making the difficult choice to act on his feelings, accepting the responsibilities that come with it.

Ichika Nakano

Kana Hanazawa

Archetype: The Ambitious One
Key Trait: Teasing

Motivation

Her motivation is to succeed in her acting career while also mending any rifts her past actions may have caused with her sisters, ensuring their bond remains strong regardless of Futaro's choice.

Character Arc

Ichika's arc in the movie is one of maturation and reconciliation. Having previously acted selfishly in her pursuit of Futaro, she now takes on a more supportive, elder-sister role. She focuses on her dream of becoming an actress, demonstrating that she has grown beyond the romantic rivalry and found her own sense of purpose.

Nino Nakano

Ayana Taketatsu

Archetype: The Protector/The Assertive Suitor
Key Trait: Outspoken

Motivation

To be true to her own feelings while fiercely protecting her family. She wants Futaro to acknowledge her love but also prioritizes her sisters' happiness and their future together, as seen when she opens a cafe with Miku.

Character Arc

Nino, having evolved from hostile to fiercely passionate and honest about her feelings, reaches a point of acceptance. Her arc in the film is about understanding that her love might not be reciprocated, but her feelings were genuine and important for her own growth. She remains bold and supportive of her sisters, showcasing her emotional strength.

Miku Nakano

Miku Ito

Archetype: The Shy Genius
Key Trait: Introverted

Motivation

To gain self-confidence and pursue her dream of becoming a chef. She wants to be seen and valued for who she is, particularly by Futaro, but learns to value herself first.

Character Arc

Miku's journey is one of blossoming confidence. Initially timid and insecure, the movie shows her fully embracing her passion for cooking and making decisive steps toward her future. She learns that self-worth isn't dependent on being chosen, but on pursuing her own dreams. Her confession to Futaro is a final, brave step in her development, regardless of the outcome.

Yotsuba Nakano

Ayane Sakura

Archetype: The Selfless Supporter
Key Trait: Energetic

Motivation

Her primary motivation has always been to support her sisters and ensure they are happy, often hiding her own pain and desires. Her arc in the movie is about overcoming her self-sacrificing nature to finally accept love for herself.

Character Arc

Yotsuba's arc is the central emotional core of the film's climax. It's revealed that her selfless desire for her sisters' happiness has often come at the expense of her own feelings. Her journey is about learning to accept that she, too, deserves happiness and to be selfish for once. The film delves into her backstory with Futaro, justifying her deep-seated feelings and her reluctance to act on them.

Itsuki Nakano

Inori Minase

Archetype: The Diligent Student
Key Trait: Serious

Motivation

To find her own path and live up to the memory of her mother. She seeks to understand her family's past and use that knowledge to build her own future as an educator.

Character Arc

Itsuki's arc focuses on her future and family legacy. She confronts her estranged biological father and solidifies her dream of becoming a teacher, not just to emulate her late mother, but because it's her own genuine passion. Her relationship with Futaro is explored more as one of deep friendship and mutual respect, providing a different kind of emotional closure.

Cast

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Fuutarou Uesugi (voice)
Kana Hanazawa as Ichika Nakano (voice)
Ayana Taketatsu as Nino Nakano (voice)
Miku Ito as Miku Nakano (voice)
Ayane Sakura as Yotsuba Nakano (voice)
Inori Minase as Itsuki Nakano (voice)
Natsumi Takamori as Raiha Uesugi (voice)
Satoshi Hino as Isanari Uesugi (voice)