Inuyasha the Movie 3: Swords of an Honorable Ruler

The story centers on two half-brothers, Inuyasha and Sesshomaru, who each inherited a powerful sword from their father, the Great Dog Demon. While these two blades were passed down as legacies, a third sword called Sounga was sealed away due to its malevolent nature. Seven hundred years later, this weapon awakens and threatens to destroy humanity. To stop this force, the brothers must overcome their mutual hostility and combine the strength of their respective swords.

This Japanese animated fantasy adventure was directed by Toshiya Shinohara. It is the fourth film in his career, following Go! Anpanman: When the Flower of Courage Opens, Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time, and Inuyasha the Movie 2: The Castle Beyond the Looking Glass. The movie features a voice cast including Kappei Yamaguchi, Satsuki Yukino, Koji Tsujitani, Houko Kuwashima, Kumiko Watanabe, and Ken Narita. The screenplay was written by Katsuyuki Sumisawa.

Produced by Kyoto Animation and SUNRISE, the film had a runtime of 99 minutes. It earned 7 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception has been positive, with a rating of 7.6/10 on IMDb based on 2,600 votes and a rating of 7.7/10 on TMDB from 157 votes.