A Silent Voice: The Movie Timeline ( Real )

publication
August 11, 2013

Manga Serialization Begins

The manga 'A Silent Voice' by Yoshitoki Ōima begins serialization in Kodansha's Weekly Shonen Magazine.

publication
November 17, 2014

Manga Serialization Ends

The serialization of 'A Silent Voice' manga concludes with a total of 7 volumes published.

announcement
July 16, 2015

Anime Film Announcement

Announcement of the production of the anime film adaptation of 'A Silent Voice'.

release
September 17, 2016

Anime Film Release in Japan

The anime film adaptation of 'A Silent Voice' is released in Japanese theaters.

release
2017

International Film Release

The anime film 'A Silent Voice' is released internationally, including North America and Europe.

A Silent Voice: The Movie Timeline ( Fictional )

bullying_event
Elementary School - Year 1

Shoya Ishida bullies Shoko Nishimiya

In elementary school, Shoya bullies the new transfer student Shoko Nishimiya, who is deaf, causing her to transfer out of school.

school_event
Elementary School - Year 2

Shoya ostracized by classmates

After bullying Shoko, Shoya becomes the target of bullying and ostracism by other students.

transfer_event
Elementary School - Year 2

Shoko Nishimiya transfers out

Due to the bullying and difficulties, Shoko transfers out from the elementary school.

redemption_event
High School - Year 1

Shoya seeks redemption by contacting Shoko

Years later, in high school, Shoya decides to make amends and reaches out to Shoko to apologize.

friendship_event
High School - Year 1

Shoya and Shoko reconnect and form friendship

Shoya and Shoko rebuild their relationship and begin to support each other through their struggles.

personal_growth
High School - Year 2

Shoya confronts his own guilt and social isolation

Shoya faces his feelings of guilt and overcomes social isolation with help from Shoko and friends.

health_event
High School - Year 2

Shoko's hearing deteriorates

Shoko experiences increased difficulty with her hearing, challenging her further.

school_event
High School - Year 2

Class trip and reconciliation with classmates

During a class trip, Shoya and Shoko deepen bonds with classmates and resolve past conflicts.

personal_growth
High School - Year 3

Shoya and Shoko open up about their feelings

They share their vulnerabilities and reinforce their mutual support.

ending_event
High School - Year 3

Movie ends with hope for the future

Shoya and Shoko look toward a hopeful future, having found forgiveness and friendship.