Cast and Crew of Sword Art Online

Sword Art Online

ソードアート・オンライン

Sword Art Online is a thrilling anime movie that takes place in a futuristic setting where virtual reality gaming has taken a giant leap forward. The movie revolves around a Virtual Reality Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game (VRMMORPG) called Sword Art Online (SAO), which allows players to control their avatars using their physical bodies, thanks to a piece of technology called Nerve Gear. The movie's characters include Hiroki Yasumoto, who plays Agil, and Kanae Ito, who lends her voice to Yui.

The movie's plot takes an exciting turn when the players realize that they cannot log out of the game. The game's creator, Akihiko Kayaba, has trapped them inside SAO, and they must reach the 100th floor of the game's tower and defeat the final boss to regain their freedom. The stakes are high, as if a player dies in the game, they die in real life, making the game a matter of life and death. The movie explores the characters' struggle for survival, as they navigate through the game's dangerous levels, facing formidable enemies and overcoming obstacles.

Sword Art Online is not just a survival movie but also a coming-of-age story that explores the characters' emotional growth and development. The movie's protagonist, Kirito, is a skilled gamer who becomes a beacon of hope for the other players. As the movie progresses, Kirito forms close bonds with his fellow players, including Asuna, a fierce and skilled warrior, and Yui, a mysterious AI character. Through their journey, they learn the value of friendship, trust, and perseverance, making the movie an emotional rollercoaster ride. With its unique plot, engaging characters, and stunning animation, Sword Art Online is a must-watch for anime fans and anyone looking for a thrilling movie experience.

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Main Cast of Sword Art Online

Haruka Tomatsu as Asuna (voice)

Haruka Tomatsu

Asuna (voice)
Asuna is a skilled player in the virtual reality game Sword Art Online. She is kind and caring, often putting others before herself. Asuna becomes a love interest of the main character, Kirito.

Quotes from Asuna (voice)

  1. I'm willing to bet on my pride as a gamer!
  2. I won't die in a game.
Hiroki Yasumoto as Agil (voice)

Hiroki Yasumoto

Agil (voice)
Agil is a supporting character in the anime series Sword Art Online. Although he spends most of his time as a merchant and bartender, he is a skilled warrior with an imposing stature and a deep voice. Agil is a loyal friend who provides Kirito and his party with valuable items and information throughout their adventure in the virtual world.

Quotes from Agil (voice)

  1. Don't underestimate the importance of a good meal and a comfortable bed, my friend.
  2. You really are a lucky guy, Kirito.
  3. If you're looking for information about the game, I'm your man.
Isshin Chiba as Critter (voice

Isshin Chiba

Critter (voice
Critter is a minor character in Sword Art Online who is part of the Laughing Coffin guild. He is often seen with his partner, Dee Eye Ell, and together they are infamous for their sadistic nature and nonchalant attitude towards killing other players.

Quotes from Critter (voice

  1. I may be greedy, but I also know when to quit.
  2. You only get one life, so why not indulge yourself?
Kaori Maeda as Selka (voice)

Kaori Maeda

Selka (voice)
Selka is a character in the anime Sword Art Online and is known for her kind and helpful nature towards others. She is a member of the Human Guardian Army and serves as an assistant to Priestess Rulid.

Quotes from Selka (voice)

  1. I’ve come to understand that what you’re doing is for the betterment of the village, so I’ll support you in any way I can.
Taku Yashiro as Iskahn (voice)

Taku Yashiro

Iskahn (voice)
Iskahn is a supporting character in the anime series Sword Art Online. He is a member of the Red Players and serves as the right-hand man of the GGO arc's main antagonist, Death Gun.

Quotes from Iskahn (voice)

  1. I won't let you mess with me.
  2. Don't you understand? I'm doing all of this to survive. That's all there is to it.
Yuhko Kaida as Dee Eye Ell (voice)

Yuhko Kaida

Dee Eye Ell (voice)
Dee Eye Ell is a mysterious virtual assistant in Sword Art Online who assists the players on their quests. Her voice is soothing and gentle, and she has a vast knowledge of the game.

Quotes from Dee Eye Ell (voice)

  1. I look forward to assisting you again soon.
  2. Hello, how may I help you?
Kanae Itou as Yui (voice)

Kanae Itou

Yui (voice)
Yui is a Navigation Pixie that Kirito and Asuna discover in the 22nd floor of Aincrad. She becomes very attached to Kirito and Asuna and acts as a surrogate daughter to them in the virtual world.

Quotes from Yui (voice)

  1. I'm Yui, nice to meet you!
  2. Yay! Papa, Mama, let's find a nice place to eat!
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Kazuto Kirigaya (voice)

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Kazuto Kirigaya (voice)
Sanae Kobayashi as Rinko Koujiro (voice)

Sanae Kobayashi

Rinko Koujiro (voice)
Rinko Koujiro is a character in the anime series Sword Art Online. She is a neuroscientist who specializes in studying the human brain and has a particular interest in the effects of virtual reality and gaming on the brain.
Ayahi Takagaki as Rika Shinozaki (voice)

Ayahi Takagaki

Rika Shinozaki (voice)
Saori Hayami as Sachi (voice)

Saori Hayami

Sachi (voice)
Saori Hayami's portrayal of Sachi in the anime series "Sword Art Online" is a poignant example of her exceptional voice acting skills. Sachi, a character who initially appears as a minor figure, quickly captivates audiences with her warmth and determination. Hayami infuses Sachi with a depth of emotion that makes her character's brief arc deeply impactful. Her performance is marked by a delicate balance of cheerfulness and underlying melancholy, which becomes particularly evident during Sachi's touching backstory revelation. Hayami's nuanced delivery of lines, filled with both hope and resignation, adds a layer of complexity to Sachi's character, turning her into a symbol of the fleeting beauty and tragic consequences within the world of SAO. Her ability to convey the character's emotional journey in such a short span of time is a testament to her talent, making Sachi one of the more memorable and beloved characters in the series despite her limited screen time. Saori Hayami's voice work not only enhances the narrative but also leaves a lasting impression on viewers, underlining the human cost of the virtual reality game that traps its players in a life-or-death struggle.
Soichiro Hoshi as Death Gun (voice)

Soichiro Hoshi

Death Gun (voice)
Death Gun is a mysterious and sinister character in the anime series Sword Art Online, with a deep and ominous voice.

Quotes from Death Gun (voice)

  1. In the end, you cannot defeat me!
  2. You're all going...to die!
  3. The consequences of one's own actions? I'm surprised you haven't realized what they are, Kirito.
Koichi Yamadera as Akihiko Kayaba (voice)

Koichi Yamadera

Akihiko Kayaba (voice)
Akihiko Kayaba is the creator of the virtual reality game Sword Art Online, which traps its players inside until they can beat all 100 levels. He becomes the main antagonist of the series, taking on the persona of Heathcliff within the game world.

Quotes from Akihiko Kayaba (voice)

  1. The moment someone else's life is worth more than your own, that's when the game is over.
  2. I wanted to share with you all this new world I created. But, ten thousand people were trapped here when Sword Art Online launched. Deaths in this game mean real deaths.
Ayana Taketatsu as Suguha Kirigaya (voice)

Ayana Taketatsu

Suguha Kirigaya (voice)
Kenji Nojima as Takeru Higa (voice)

Kenji Nojima

Takeru Higa (voice)

Crew of Sword Art Online

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