HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle (2024)
HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle is streaming in Japan on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus.
The verdict
HAIKYU!! The Dumpster Battle stood out as one of the better-rated Japanese films of its release window. It's sitting at 7.8/10 on TMDB across 273 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. At a brisk 84 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In Japan you can stream it on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus.
Should you spend 84 minutes on it?
84 minutes of Japanese animation, leaning comedy, fine for the whole family. Tight enough that it's an easy yes if you're undecided.
- Why
- It rates 7.8/10 on 273 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- A weekend afternoon with the family
Story
Shoyo Hinata joins Karasuno High's volleyball club to be like his idol, a former Karasuno player known as the 'Little Giant'. But Hinata soon learns that he must team up with his middle school nemesis, Tobio Kageyama. Their clashing styles form a surprising weapon, but can their newfound teamwork defeat their rival Nekoma High in the highly anticipated 'Dumpster Battle', the long awaited ultimate showdown between two opposing underdog teams?
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 24m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Comedy |
| Language | Japanese |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Susumu Mitsunaka
Cast
Where to watch in Japan
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 23 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
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