Twilight Out of Focus episode 8, titled Scumbag Boyfriend, is scheduled for release on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:30 pm JST. The seventh episode, titled A Fateful Resolution, aired on Thursday, August 15, 2024, continues to focus on the second couple, Kikuchihara Jin and Ichikawa Giichi, revealing their past connection and officially beginning their romance.
The episode also sets the stage for the upcoming cultural festival. As such, the next episode is expected to showcase the cultural festival in full swing. According to the preview, new characters are set to enter the narrative, adding further complexities to the plot.
Twilight Out of Focus episode 8 release date, time, and countdown
Twilight Out of Focus episode 8 is scheduled to air on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:30 pm JST in Japan. For most international fans, the English-subtitled version of the episode will be available earlier on the same day. It will be available for streaming online approximately half an hour after its TV release.
The release timings for Twilight Out of Focus episode 8 in different parts of the world are as follows:
Where to watch Twilight Out of Focus episode 8?
Twilight Out of Focus episode 8 will air on several TV platforms in Japan: Tokyo MX on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:30 PM JST; BS Fuji on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 12:30 AM JST; Hokkaido TV on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 2:35 AM JST; and AT-X on next Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 8:30 PM JST.
The show is also available for online streaming on several platforms, including ABEMA, U-NEXT, Anime Hōdai, d Anime Store, DMM TV, Lemino, and more. Global streaming services like Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video have also secured the streaming rights for this Summer 2024 anime, allowing international fans to enjoy the show.
In South and Southeast Asia, Medialink is streaming the anime. Therefore, fans in these regions can catch the upcoming episode on their YouTube channel, Ani-One Asia.
A brief recap of Twilight Out of Focus episode 7
In Twilight Out of Focus episode 7, the narrative delves into the childhood connection between Jin and Giichi. After briefly introducing Jin's background, it reveals how Jin first met Giichi and was inspired by his film, sparking Jin's passion for filmmaking. In the present, Giichi shows Jin a picture he found, and after confirming it's him, he asks why Jin never mentioned their past.
Jin explains that he recognized Giichi when he joined the film club, but Giichi didn’t recognize him, as Jin had lost a lot of weight since childhood. Jin says he never had the opportunity to explain their early connection, and Giichi never realized it. Jin admits that Giichi was the inspiration behind his love for film.
As Jin tries to avoid going into more detail, Giichi surprises him with a kiss and asks him to share more about himself, promising to answer his confession afterward. Thrilled, Jin suggests they discuss it over a movie that night.
During their movie night, Jin answers all of Giichi’s questions, admitting both his admiration and jealousy of Giichi's talent as a director since they first met. This deepens their bond, leading to tender and intimate moments.
As the school’s cultural festival approaches, the shift from spring to summer brings the looming reality of Giichi leaving the dorm and Jin’s upcoming graduation. Both feel a sense of loneliness over their impending separation. Later, Jin asks Giichi if he loves him, and Giichi confesses his fear of being apart.
Jin reassures him that their love will overcome any distance. Giichi feels relieved by Jin's reassurance but still wishes they had more time together. The episode ends on a heartfelt note, with Giichi and Jin confessing their feelings for each other as they share a tender kiss.
What to expect in Twilight Out of Focus episode 8? (Speculative)
Twilight Out of Focus episode 8 is anticipated to introduce new characters into the narrative while also providing updates on Jin and Giichi’s blossoming romance. The arrival of these new characters is expected to add complexity and further enrich the plot.
The upcoming episode will likely feature the unfolding of the cultural festival. Additionally, with Mao and Hisashi, the main couple, having been sidelined for three consecutive episodes, the next episode may shift the focus back to them, offering viewers an update on their evolving romance.
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