PERSONA5 the Stage
Synopsis
In order to fulfill the "rehabilitation" imposed upon him and save people from the wicked desires of the world, the protagonist becomes a Phantom Thief of Hearts, but how will he change the hearts of corrupt adults? While this story overflows with mystery and thrills, there's also exhilarating action and a sensitive depiction of the psychology of a group of young men and women as they forge deep bonds of friendship and grow together as people. This is the first installment, performed in December 2019.
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Hiroki Ino
Protagonist
Kouhei Shiota
Ryuji Sakamoto
Yuki Odera
Ann Takamaki
Yoshihide Sasaki
Goro Akechi
Koji Kominami
Yusuke Kitagawa
Kaoru Marimura
Sae Niijima
Taishū Nukanobu
Yuuki Mishima
Yu Saotome
Shiho Suzui
Takuo Yamagishi
Principal Kobayakawa
Shun Takagi
Suguru Kamoshida
Jun Takamatsu
Ichiryusai Madarame
Eiji Moriyama
Sojiro Sakura
Sawa Minami
Sadayo Kawakami
Ikue Otani
Morgana (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 16, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
April 1, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hideyuki Nishimori
- Screenplay & Story
- Hideyuki Nishimori
- Original Score
- Atsushi Kitajoh, Toshiki Konishi, Shoji Meguro
- Original Title
- PERSONA5 the Stage
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese
- Runtime
- 2h 54m
- Production Studios
- Marvelous
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hideyuki Nishimori
Hideyuki Nishimori
Atsushi Kitajoh, Toshiki Konishi, Shoji Meguro
Department Leadership Roster
Hideyuki Nishimori
Director
Hideyuki Nishimori
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About PERSONA5 the Stage
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What is PERSONA5 the Stage about?
In order to fulfill the "rehabilitation" imposed upon him and save people from the wicked desires of the world, the protagonist becomes a Phantom Thief of Hearts, but how will he change the hearts of corrupt adults? While this story overflows with mystery and thrills, there's also exhilarating action and a sensitive depiction of the psychology of a group of young men and women as they forge deep bonds of friendship and grow together as people. This is the first installment, performed in December 2019.
Who directed PERSONA5 the Stage?
PERSONA5 the Stage was directed by Hideyuki Nishimori.
Who stars in PERSONA5 the Stage?
The principal cast of PERSONA5 the Stage includes Hiroki Ino, Kouhei Shiota, Yuki Odera, Yoshihide Sasaki, Koji Kominami.
When was PERSONA5 the Stage released and how long is it?
PERSONA5 the Stage was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 2h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for PERSONA5 the Stage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for PERSONA5 the Stage was composed by Atsushi Kitajoh, Toshiki Konishi, Shoji Meguro.
What is the age rating and content advisory for PERSONA5 the Stage?
PERSONA5 the Stage holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).