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Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 3
Highly anticipated third season of the isekai anime, premiering July 5 on Tokyo MX/BS11 with global Crunchyroll simulcast. New trailer and OP by Yuiko Ohara revealed at AnimeJapan 2026.
The Ghost in the Shell (New Anime Series)
Brand-new anime adaptation of Masamune Shirow's Ghost in the Shell manga by Science SARU. Follows full-body cyborg Motoko Kusanagi leading an elite combat unit in 2029 near-future Japan. Streaming worldwide on Prime Video.
Shiboyugi: 44 Cloudy Beach (Theatrical Film)
Anime film sequel adapting the Cloudy Beach arc. Limited 2-week theatrical run in Japan. Based on the death game light novel series streaming on Netflix and Crunchyroll.
You, Fireworks, and Our Promise (Kimi to Hanabi to Yakusoku to)
Anime film based on a light novel about two high schoolers linked by a painting of fireworks. Directed by Yoshitaka Yasuda.
Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island
First feature-length Chiikawa anime film adapting the Siren Arc. Produced by CyPic, directed by Kei Oikawa, script by Nagano.
Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Super Strange! My Yōkai Monster Vacation
The 33rd Crayon Shin-chan animated film. The Nohara family travels to Akita for a fireworks festival but gets drawn into the land of yōkai on an unpredictable adventure.
Re:Zero Season 4 Part 2 — Recapture Arc
Re:Zero Season 4 Part 2 (Recapture arc) begins streaming, concluding the fourth season with 8 episodes.
Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising
The long-awaited sequel to Puella Magi Madoka Magica The Movie Part 3: Rebellion. Directed by Yukihiro Miyamoto. The film has experienced multiple delays since originally being planned for winter 2024, finally confirmed for August 28, 2026.
Sound! Euphonium: The Final Movie - Part 2
The second part of the Sound! Euphonium finale movie by Kyoto Animation. Concludes the story of Kumiko Oumae and Kitauji High School concert band. Directed by Tatsuya Ishihara.
Blue Box Season 2
The second season of Blue Box anime premieres on October 4, continuing the sports romance series on Netflix and Crunchyroll.
Dragon Ball Super: Beerus (Enhanced Anime)
Enhanced remastered edition of Dragon Ball Super's God of Destruction Beerus Saga and Golden Frieza Saga. Features new and redrawn cuts, re-rendered footage, newly recorded dubbing, and reconstructed story. Airing on Fuji TV in fall 2026.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run 2nd STAGE
Second stage of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run anime on Netflix. Will release weekly episodes following the 47-minute 1st STAGE that premiered March 19, 2026. Confirmed for fall 2026.
The Detective Is Already Dead Season 2
Second season of the mystery anime, delayed from July to October 2026 due to production issues. Produced by Studio ENGI with returning director Manabu Kurihara. Features new character designs for Scarlet, Mia, and others.
The Apothecary Diaries Season 3
Third season of the hit anime about Maomao, a pharmacist's daughter working in the imperial palace. Split-cour format with first cour in October 2026 and second cour in April 2027. Produced by TOHO animation and OLM.
Aoashi Season 2
Second season of the soccer anime based on the popular manga. Premieres on NHK Educational. Follows Ashito Aoi's journey in youth football.
To You in the Beyond (Doko Yori mo Tooi Basho ni Iru Kimi e)
Anime film adaptation of the novel by TMS Entertainment. Directed by Junichi Wada, with music by Koji Nakamura.
Girls und Panzer das Finale: Part 5
Fifth installment of the Girls und Panzer das Finale anime film series. Available in Dolby Cinema, Dolby Atmos, 4DX, and MX4D theaters in Japan.
Rascal Does Not Dream of a Dear Friend (Movie)
The fourth and final anime film in the Rascal Does Not Dream series, produced by CloverWorks. Premieres in Japanese theaters.
Made in Abyss: Awakening Mystery (Movie)
First film in a new Made in Abyss movie trilogy, continuing the story after The Golden City of the Scorching Sun. Directed by Masayuki Kojima.
Expelled from Paradise: Resonance from the Heart
New anime film sequel to Expelled from Paradise. Directed by Seiji Mizushima, written by Gen Urobuchi (Nitroplus), character design by Masatsugu Saito.