New anime in 2024: the biggest upcoming and ongoing shows, including fall release dates (original) (raw)

New anime in 2024: Goku and Vegeta in the upcoming anime series, Dragon Ball Daima.

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The fall season is now upon us, which means there's a fresh stock of new anime to get excited about. In the coming months, the likes of Dragon Ball Daima, Blue Lock, and Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War all make their returns alongside some old favorites and anime-adjacent series such as Arcane and The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep.

All told it's pretty overwhelming when you consider there are dozens of new anime shows and movies on the horizon. Which ones are worth your time, and which ones aren't? To help, we've put together a complete guide to new anime in 2024 – both looking back at what's been released as well as taking a look at what's coming next.

First up, you'll see the year-at-a-glance: a bullet-point list of all the new anime that's been released across the winter, spring, summer, and fall windows. Then, below, we'll dive into each major new release (from A-Z) in more detail, including release dates, the latest news, trailers, and more. We'll even take a cursory glance towards 2025 and beyond at the very end.

Ready? Below, you’ll find almost 50 titles, with big new names such as Dan Da Dan mixed in with some familiar faces. There are ongoing series, new adaptations, and so much more. You might just find your next favorite anime. It’s all here in our guide to new anime in 2024.

Once you’re done, be sure to check out our list of best anime and best anime shows on Netflix, plus the latest on four major names coming soon: Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, the Chainsaw Man movie, Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie trilogy, and One-Punch Man season 3.

New anime in 2024

Delicious in Dungeon - a new Netflix anime in 2024

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Just a quick note before we start: anime is traditionally divided into four seasons: winter (January-March), spring (April-June), summer (July-September), and fall (October-December).

We've also kept old release dates below so you have a full calendar you can refer back to throughout the year.

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Netflix has also given us a glimpse of the year ahead with its Netflix anime 2024 trailer.

Ongoing anime and released anime in 2024

Winter 2024 anime release dates

Spring 2024 anime release dates

Summer 2024 anime release dates

Fall 2024 anime release dates

2024 anime release dates (TBA)

Anime shows out in 2024

Uzumaki - a new horror anime

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Below is nearly every major upcoming anime show out in 2024. It ranges from Netflix's upcoming slate of video game entries - Devil May Cry and Tomb Raider both feature - to some old favorites and new faces.

We're starting in alphabetical order and that means beginning with perhaps this year's most hotly anticipated anime: Arcane season 2.

Arcane season 2

arcane season 2

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Release date: Beginning November 9, 2024
Where to watch Arcane season 2: Netflix

Arcane, the anime set in the League of Legends universe, was a smash hit upon its release in November 2021. Three years on, we’re finally getting the fallout to the conflict between the cities of Piltover and Zaun – and the two sisters caught in the middle: Vi (Hailee Steinfeld) and Jinx (Ella Purnell). An Arcane season 2 trailer was released earlier in 2024, teasing a "nightmarish augmentation" and a major storyline for Singed. A new poster has also emerged, featuring a reversal of Vi and Jinx's relationship.

Now, thanks to Netflix's Geeked Week, we have the goods on a release date. Starting November 9, Arcane season 2 will be released in three acts. Act 2 follows on November 16, with the series coming to an end on November 24.

Beastars season 3

Beastars season 3

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Release date: December 2024
Where to watch Beastars season 3: Netflix

2024 marks the year when we say goodbye to Beastars, the anime set in a world of anthropomorphic animals, looking at the rising tensions between carnivores and herbivores. The series focuses on the affable grey wolf Legoshi and his complicated relationship with rabbit Haru at the Cherryton school.

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 3

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 3

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Release date: October 5, 2024
Where to watch Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 3: Hulu/Disney Plus

Yes, Bleach is still going, and, yes, it's still amazing. The adaptation of the final arc continues and sees Ichigo return for 'The Conflict'. The first trailer was released at Jump Festa and offers up a scintillating teaser for the upcoming battle between our protagonist and Wandenreich's emperor, Yhwach.

For more, check out our guide on how to watch Bleach in order.

Blood of Zeus season 2

Blood of Zeus

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Blood of Zeus season 2: Netflix

After the twin-related twist at the end of the first season, Blood of Zeus is set to be an epic addition to Netflix's burgeoning anime collection. With Heron still reeling and the gods gunning for the son of Zeus, it's all available for an Olympus-sized binge with season 2 now on Netflix

Blue Exorcist season 3

Blue Exorcist season 3

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Blue Exorcist season 3: Crunchyroll

Blue Exorcist fans sure have been patient. The first season premiered way back in 2011 and the second season arrived in 2017. After another long break, the new season will continue the saga of Rin, the son of Satan. Expect more brutal cliffhangers and surprises as we return to True Cross Academy.

Blue Exorcist adapted the Shimane Illuminati Saga, with all new episodes now available on Crunchyroll.

Blue Lock season 2

Blue Lock

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Release date: October 5, 2024
Where to watch Blue Lock season 2: Crunchyroll

Blue Lock has a spin-off movie out this year (see more below for that), but there's also a new season to look forward to. Don't expect a Jose Mourinho-style second season syndrome here, however. The soccer anime aims to hit the heights of its initial run, which saw fledgling forward Isagi form part of Japan's hilariously overblown new project to find a star striker - by putting hundreds of students through their paces in a prison-style structure.

Blue Lock season 2 will adapt the manga's Japan U-20 arc, which sees the Blue Lock contenders pit their skills against Japan's youngest, most prodigious talents.

Code Geass: Roze of the Recapture

Code Geass

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Code Geass Roze of the Recapture: Hulu/Disney Plus

Set after the events of the acclaimed Lelouch of the Resurrection, Roze of the Recapture will supposedly be the first of a multi-part saga. Roze will be played by the prolific voice actor Kohei Amasaki. Little else is known about the project's story, however.

The first part of Code Geass: Rozé of the Recapture launched on Disney Plus on June 21, 2024.

Classroom of the Elite season 3

Classroom of the Elite

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Classroom of the Elite season 3: Crunchyroll

As the name might suggest, Classroom of the Elite focuses on the cohort of the Tokyo Metropolitan Advanced Nurturing High School, a facility designed to nurture the best and brightest Japan has to offer. Unfortunately for newcomer Kiyotaka, he's in class 1-D - 'D' for 'Defective.' The third season rounded out the manga's arc that covers the first school year.

Dan Da Dan

Dandadan

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Release date: October 3, 2024
Where to watch Dandadan: Netflix/Crunchyroll

Could this be the next big anime in 2024? Dandadan has sold over 3 million copies, and its odd premise - Momo and Okarun, who believe in spirits and UFOs, respectively, before coming into contact with poltergeists and extraterrestrials amid a budding romance - has proven to be a hit with readers. It's all set to release this October.

Delicious in Dungeon

Delicious In Dungeon

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Delicious in Dungeon: Netflix

This year started off piping hot with Delicious in Dungeon, a kooky anime series that centers on the bid to rescue adventurer Falin from the belly of the beast - literally. Along the way, the band of heroes cooks up some tantalizing treats and mouthwatering meals for the party as they inch ever closer to the dungeon. A second season is in the works.

Demon Slayer season 4

Demon Slayer

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Demon Slayer season 4: Crunchyroll

One of the world's most popular anime, Demon Slayer tells the story of Tanjiro, a boy who faces family tragedy after an encounter with murderous demons. He, along with his friends Inosuke, Zenitsu, and half-demon sister Nezuko, set out to strike back at the Upper Rank demons with the help of the heroic group of Hashira warriors.

Season 4 takes another step toward Tanjiro becoming a fully-fledged Hashira. The aptly-named Hashira Training arc premiered this spring and has finished airing on Crunchyroll. A movie trilogy titled Demon Slayer Infinity Castle will cap off the series in the near future.

Dragon Ball Daima

Dragon Ball Daima

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Release date: October 11, 2024
Where to watch Dragon Ball Daima: Crunchyroll

A new Dragon Ball series was announced back in 2023 to commemorate the franchise's 40th anniversary. Before his death, Akira Toriyama revealed that the show will take place in a "new world" after Goku and his friends are "turned small". Expect mini-sized hijinks galore in October.

For more, read of guide on how to watch Dragon Ball in order.

Fate/strange Fake

Fate/Strange fake

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Release date: November 2024 (world premiere)
Where to watch Fate/strange Fake: Crunchyroll

The latest instalment in the Fate series, Fate/strange Fake sees a new Holy Grail War kicks off and features more Servants from history brought into the fray. It's set to follow on from the Whispers of Dawn movie, which saw all hell break loose in the town of Snowfield in America.

The world premiere of the sequel series is set for Los Angeles this November.

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End

Frieren: Beyond Journey's End

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End: Crunchyroll

The second cour of fantasy anime Frieren began in January and continues the story of elven mage Frieren who, after defeating the Demon King, returns to see the band of heroes she fought alongside either growing old or dying. Due to her longevity, she travels north to bid a final farewell to one, Himmel. Along the way, she sets about discovering more of the world and befriending new people. It was a hugely acclaimed journey, too, reaching the top spot on anime site MyAnimeList.

From Me to You season 3

From Me to You

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch From Me to You season 3: Netflix

Otherwise known as Kimi ni Todoke, From Me to You is a slice-of-life romance drama that will tug at the heartstrings. It involves the timid, shy Sawako (cruelly nicknamed 'Sadako' due to her resemblance to the creature from The Ring) coming out of her shell amid a blossoming relationship with popular classmate Kazehaya.

Despite the second season ending in 2011, a third season is coming to Netflix in August.

Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance

First full trailer for Netflix's Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance

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Release date: October 17
Where to watch Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance: Netflix

"In the year 0079 of the Universal Century, thanks to a revolutionary new weapon known as a Mobile Suit, the Zeon Force initially gains the upper hand," the official synopsis reads for the new Gundam series reads. "However, they lacked the power to take control of the entire Earth, bringing the war to a stalemate."

And, so, this is where Requiem for Vengeance picks up. If the new clip from Geeked Week is any indication, expect this to be packed with the thrills, spills, and mechs that has served the series well for the past few decades.

Kaiju No. 8

Kaiju No. 8

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Kaiju No. 8: Crunchyroll

One of the most popular manga of recent years, Kaiju No. 8, now has an exciting anime adaptation from Production I.G. (Haikyu, Ghost in the Shell).

In a world devastated by continual kaiju attacks, Kafka Hibino sets about finally making the grade for the Defense Force. Until now, he's only part of Monster Sweeper, the clean-up crew, while his childhood friend Mina Ashiro makes captain. After an incident, Kafka has to hide a monstrous secret from his friends and co-workers. A second season is scheduled for 2025.

Kengan Ashura season 2, part 2

Kengan Ashura

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Kengan Ashura season 2, part 2: Netflix

The second half of the Kengan Ashura anime's second season is set to bolster Netflix's anime ranks later this year. Not caught up? You're missing out. It tells the story of Ohma Takita, a modern-day gladiator who enters tournaments just for the love of fighting and decimating his opponents. It's brutal, with a killer hook - a tournament arc with a special prize at the seat of power - just as powerful as Ohma's own right hand.

A surprise crossover with the similarly hard-hitting Baki Hanma landed in July.

Kingdom season 5

Kingdom season 5

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Kingdom season 5: Crunchyroll

One of the best-selling manga of all time, Kingdom - written and illustrated by Yasuhisa Hara - loosely adapts the historical 'Warring States' period in ancient China. The fifth season continues the saga, serving up more of the series' trademark epic battles and political intrigue.

Masters of the Universe: Revolution

Masters of the Universe Revolution

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Masters of the Universe: Revolution: Netflix

By the power of Grayskull, the He-Man sequel series is making a return this year - and it promises to pit He-Man and Skeletor against each other in a battle for the ages.

Our hero is caught at a crossroads in the new season, however: will he rule Eternia as his musclebound alter-ego, or as Adam? Whatever happens, it's all set to be a chaotic explosion of color and mayhem in a similar vein to that which enraptured audiences in the 1980s.

Moonrise

Moonrise

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Release date: 2024
Where to watch Moonrise: Netflix

This could be the sleeper anime hit of the year. Moonrise revolves around Jack, a man who enlists in the army after the loss of his family thanks to rebel fighters based on the moon. However, he soon finds out that his former best friend is now on the opposite side of the war. It's being brought to life by Attack on Titan's WIT Studio. Look out for it later in 2024.

Mushoku Tensei season 2, part 2

Mushoku Tensei

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Mushoku Tensei season 2, part 2: Crunchyroll

Bundled with one of the weirdest anime premises we've seen in a minute, Mushoku Tensei follows the story of a homeless man who reincarnates in a fantasy world under the moniker Rudeus Greyrat - and aims to make the most of his second chance. The second part of the second season hits Crunchyroll this April.

My Hero Academia season 7

My Hero Academia

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Release date: Ongoing
Where to watch My Hero Academia season 7: Crunchyroll

While My Hero Academia's star may be on the wane compared to some of the other big name peers that have dominated the medium in recent years, the superhero shonen will likely edge towards its endgame in fine style. It's definitely adapting the Star and Stripe arc, featuring America's eponymous hero, and will inch ever closer to the epic Final War arc later this year as our superheroes in training continue to rise to the occasion.

For more, check out the My Hero Academia season 7 release schedule.

One Piece

One Piece Egghead arc

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Release date: Ongoing
Where to watch One Piece: Netflix

One Piece, the long-running anime featuring wannabe Pirate King Monkey D. Luffy as he searches far and wide for the mythical One Piece alongside his Straw Hat crew, has crossed the 1000-episode mark. It's now adapting the Egghead island arc.

Netflix's synopsis reads, "A new adventure unfolds on Future Island 'Egghead', home to the lab of genius scientist Dr. Vegapunk. What awaits the Straw Hat Crew there?"

Oshi no Ko season 2

Oshi no Ko season 2

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Oshi No Ko season 2: HiDive

To spoil Oshi No Ko's premise would do a disservice to what was one of the most mindblowing twists in recent years. Needless to say, we'll keep it brief: the anime focuses on two twins who find themselves embroiled in the world of pop idols, all deliciously wrapped up in a murder mystery. The second season is setting up to be a must-watch, in our eyes.

Pokemon Horizons: The Series

Pokemon Horizons: The Series

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Pokemon Horizons: The Series: Netflix

So long, Ash! The winding road that saw Pallet Town's favorite son finally become a Pokemon Master came to an end last year. Now, Pokemon Horizons kicks off a new era, and sees introverted Liko travel the world with the swashbuckling Mighty Volt Tacklers - and its Captain Pikachu.

Re: Monster

Re: Monster

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Re: Monster: Crunchyroll

Anime loves a good isekai - the genre which often sees a protagonist transported to another world - and Re: Monster should be right near the top of the pile this year. After dying, Kanata finds himself reborn in a fantasy world, but not as a knight, or a traditional hero. No, he's a goblin. The newly-named Rou must struggle to survive and quickly get accustomed to his new environment - or risk winding up dying for a second time.

Rick and Morty anime

Rick in Rick and Morty: The Anime

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch the Rick and Morty anime: Adult Swim

Rick and Morty has often dabbled in anime, with the Adult Swim series presenting a collection of brilliant (and authentic) shorts across 2020 and 2021. Buoyed by the reception, a 10-episode series was ordered. Expect to see more madcap adventures from Rick and Morty in 2024.

Rising Impact

Rising Impact

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Rising Impact: Netflix

Sports anime has covered a lot of ground, from running clubs to volleyball and – of course – golf. Rising Impact is set to tee off on Netflix this June, adapting the acclaimed manga from Nakaba Suzuki. It follows the journey of Gawain Nanaumi at Camelot Academy, armed with little more than a dream and an uber-powerful golf swing.

The second season is also out this year, premiering on Netflix this August.

Sand Land

Sand Land

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Sand Land: Disney Plus

This is a two-for-one if you haven't already caught the original Sand Land movie. The feature, directed by Toshihisa Yokoshima, adapted Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama's shonen manga formed the first six episodes of this new anime.

The series has since fleshed out the world of Sand Land as its sheriff enlists the help of demons to search for a new water supply. To Forest Land!

Solo Leveling

Solo Leveling

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Solo Leveling: Crunchyroll

Are we witnessing the making of a new classic? Solo Leveling revolves around "the world's weakest hunter" Sung Jinwoo, who gets humbled in a high-level dungeon. Fortunately for him, he stumbles across the System, a program that allows him to level up and turn the tables on his foes. The manga has already received acclaim from fans for its pacing, action, and unique premise, and a second season is coming in January.

Suicide Squad Isekai

Harley Quinn in Suicide Squad Isekai

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Suicide Squad Isekai: Hulu and Max

Now, this is out of the left field. The anti-heroes and villains of Suicide Squad - including Joker and Harley Quinn - get the anime treatment in an intriguing new mash-up. It's all being brought to life by WIT, the studio behind the first three seasons of Attack on Titan.

The synopsis reads, "In the crime-ridden city of Gotham, Amanda Waller, the head of A.R.G.U.S., has assembled a group of notorious criminals for a mission: Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Peacemaker, Clayface, and King Shark. These Super-Villains are sent into an otherworldly realm that’s connected to this world through a gate. It’s a world of swords and magic where orcs rampage and dragons rule the skies - an ISEKAI!"

Watch the new Suicide Squad Isekai trailer now.

Terminator Zero

Terminator Zero

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Terminator Zero: Netflix

Developed by Production IG (best known for its Ghost in the Shell and Haikyu series), Terminator Zero sees Timothy Olyphant voice the unstoppable killing machine as it heads back to 1997 to dispose of a scientist.

Terminator Zero is directed by Masashi Kudō (best known for his work on Bleach), with The Batman writer Mattson Tomlin serving as showrunner. For our verdict, check out our Terminator Zero review.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 3

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 3: Crunchyroll

The anime with one of the most eyebrow-raising titles around is back. It continues Rimuru's adventures. As a reminder: he was reborn as a slime in a fantasy world after being killed. It happens. Now, he's set up a kingdom called Tempest and has taken his seat as a Demon Lord. What threats and foes will he encounter this time round? The new That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime trailer reveals all...

The Fable

The Fable

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch The Fable: Disney Plus

As confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, The Fable – the manga written and illustrated by Katsuhisa Minami – is hitting Disney Plus worldwide on April 7.

There's every reason to be excited about the surprise release, too. Despite releasing just weeks after Keanu Reeves' hitman classic, The Fable certainly feels like a John Wick anime, telling the story of a world-class assassin who must lay for a year. Unfortunately for Fable, being surrounded by the criminal class might prove a little too hard to ignore...

The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse

The Seven Deadly Sins: Knights of the Apocalypse

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse: Netflix

The sequel to The Seven Deadly Sins takes place several years after the defeat of the Demon King. As peace comes to Camelot, a young boy named Percival encounters a mysterious knight, which kicks off an epic journey that could change Britannia forever. The first trailer for The Seven Deadly Sins is available to watch now.

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft

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Release date: October 10, 2024
Where to watch Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft: Netflix

The new Tomb Raider series appears to draw heavy inspiration from the 2013 reboot and takes place, chronologically, after the recent 'Survivor' trilogy of games. Hayley Atwell stars as the plundering archaeologist. A new trailer has also shown more of Lara in action, including wielding her iconic twin pistols, a moment that 2018's movie inexplicably left until the very end.

Tower of God season 2

Tower of God

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Tower of God season 2: Crunchyroll

Summer is traditionally more of a barren period for anime, but Tower of God's new season at least means there's something to look forward to this July.

After his friend Rachel enters his world's mysterious looming tower, Bam sets out to rescue her. The first season ended with a pretty gobsmacking twist - one that we shan't spoil it here - and if it pays off in the second season, this could be an anime that could tower over the rest.

T-P Bon

T-P BON

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch T-P Bon: Netflix

T-P Bon is probably going to capture viewers' imaginations very, very quickly. It features a unique premise - a high school student is enlisted in a time travel agency to help save lives across multiple eras and locations - as well as great art, a magnetic cast, and killer theme. What's not to like?

Uzumaki

Uzumaki

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Release date: September 28, 2024
Where to watch Uzumaki: Toonami/Adult Swim

It's about time this list had a bit more of a horror flavor. Uzumaki dives deep into the (thankfully fictional) town of Kurouzo-chu and its steeped history with the supernatural. It was written by legendary horror manga artist Junji Ito, so there's plenty of reason to think this will scare us silly very soon; the latest trailer doubles down on that theory with a haunting depiction of spiral-based terror.

Wistoria: Wand and Sword

Wistoria

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Wistoria: Wand and Sword: Crunchyroll

One of the big new fantasy anime shows, Wistoria follows the tale of Will Serfort, a student who possesses talents with a sword but, plot twist: this is a world that favors magic users.

In case you needed more convincing, a Wistoria producer has recently lauded the creative minds behind the show as one of the greatest anime teams ever assembled.

Anime movies out in 2024

Haikyu

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While it's not as packed as last year (no Studio Ghibli movie, nor a true heavy hitter from the television space), there are still plenty of anime movies that you should be on the lookout for in 2024, with the promise of many more down the line.

Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack

Attack on Titan Final Chapters Special 2

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Release date: November 8, 2024 (Japan)
Where to watch Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack: Cinemas

Surprise! Attack on Titan is ending. Again. A new movie, which brings together the final two chapters of the worldwide anime phenomenon, is coming to Japanese cinemas later this year. Promising improved visuals and 5.1 surround sound, this is going to be the definitive way to watch how Eren's story comes to a close.

Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura

Kengan Ashura

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Release date: June 6, 2024 (out now)
Where to watch Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura: Netflix

How's this for a surprise, if welcome, crossover? Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura pits star combatants from both of Netflix's fighting anime against each other in an epic and bloody showdown. That even includes series protagonists Ohma Takita and Baki Hanma in a fight for the ages.

The first trailer for Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura has also been released by Netflix.

Blue Lock: Episode Nagi

Blue Lock

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Release date: June 28, 2024

The sports anime Blue Lock centers on Japan's interesting methods to train a new soccer starlet in the wake of their World Cup woes. The solution? A prison-like facility designed to cultivate a world-class striker. Episode Nagi is a spin-off and follows the prodigious yet unmotivated talent Seishiro Nagi.

Haikyu the Dumpster Battle

Hinata in Haikyu the Movie

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Release date: Out now

We're in the closing stretch of Hinata's journey 'to the top'. The volleyball anime has come to an end and, in its place, a two-part movie will finish off at least part of the story. Battle at the Garbage Dump follows the hotly-anticipated match between Hinata's Karasuno and historic rivals Nekoma as they battle to progress to to the latter stages of the Nationals.

Look Back

Look Back

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Release date: October 4

Look Back, based on a manga from Chainsaw Man creator Tatsuki Fujimoto, could be one of the sleeper hits of the year.

The movie follows the story of Kyomoto and Fujuno, two rivals-turned-friends united by their passion for drawing manga. The first trailer already teased a wistful, melancholy adventure based on their shared love of the medium and early reactions have described it as a moving masterpiece. It now has a US release date, too.

Maboroshi

Maboroshi

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Release date: Out now (Netflix)

After an explosion leaves a small town trapped, teenager Masamune encounters an aging girl in a place that appears to be stuck in time. Carrying shades of the recent COVID lockdown and its isolation, this is one anime movie that will hit close to home for many.

My Hero Academia: You're Next

My Hero Academia movie

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Release date: October 11, 2024

The fourth feature outing for My Hero Academia takes place during the anime's sixth season and sees Deku come into contact with a mysterious figure masquerading as the legendary hero All-Might.

Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom

Overlord anime movie poster

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Release date: September 20, 2024 (Japan)

Set over a decade into Momonga's adventures in his favorite MMORPG, the Overlord movie sees The Sacred Kingdom on the "bring of ruin" and turning to Momonga to fight off the hordes of forces unleashed by the Demon Emperor.

The Imaginary

The Imaginary

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch The Imaginary: Netflix

"A young girl and her imaginary companion discover a magical world of creatures and places never before seen – but a sinister force threatens to destroy it," reads the synopsis for The Imaginary, a new anime fantasy adventure from a studio that can count Studio Ghibli producers and animators as part of their team.

The Imaginary marks the start of a "multi-film partnership" between Netflix and Studio Ponoc, and we're excited to see what the deal cooks up in the coming years.

Ultraman: Rising

Ultraman: Rising

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Release date: Out now
Where to watch Ultraman: Rising: Netflix

The ultra-popular Ultraman may not be familiar to many in the West but to those in Japan, the alien from outer space is a household name and a pop culture icon.

Ultraman: Rising, then, will be a great introduction for newcomers. It focuses on a baseball player moonlighting as the superhero, who suddenly has to look after kaiju offspring after defeating its mother. The new poster showcases the loveable baby, as well as revealing a June release date.

Anime out beyond 2024

Jujutsu Kaisen

(Image credit: Gege Akutami/Shueisha, JUJUTSU KAISEN Project)

This next small batch are among the biggest names on the list but are almost certainly not coming out in 2024. Still, they're worth mentioning here so we can give you the full picture.

Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc

Chainsaw Man

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In a slight surprise, Chainsaw Man isn't getting a second season - not yet, anyway. The next manga arc (affectionately titled Bomb Girl by readers) will be adapted as a movie. It'll continue the bloody, gruesome travels of Denji, who dies and fuses with the devil dog Pochita to become Chainsaw Man. Naturally.

Demon Slayer Infinity Castle

Demon Slayer Infinity Castle

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Demon Slayer is coming to an end with a trilogy of movies adapting the Infinity Castle arc. No release date has yet been given, but we expect showdowns galore as Tanjiro and the remaining Hashira are drawn into Muzan Kibutsuji's titular Infinity Castle in this final act.

Devil May Cry

Dante in the Devil May Cry anime trailer

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Release date: April 2025
Where to watch Devil May Cry: Netflix

It's taken a few years for Dante to come to our screens but we're almost there. Of course, the devil is in the detail but it all sounds promising enough: The adaptation of the iconic hack-and-slash Capcom game is heading our way next year and will feature a younger Dante.

It'll be brought to life by Studio Mir, best known for its work on The Legend of Korra. A new Devil May Cry trailer was even released during Netflix's Geeked Week and, with it, a synopsis on what to expect from the adaptation of the hit series: "Sinister forces are at play at the portal between the human and demon realms. In the middle of it all is Dante, an orphaned demon hunter for hire, unaware that the fate of both worlds hangs around his neck."

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3

Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 episode 21

(Image credit: Gege Akutami/Shueisha, JUJUTSU KAISEN Project)

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 will adapt the Culling Games arc, which sees sorcerers and newly-awakened sorcerers alike pitted against each other in a battle royale-style tournament.

One Piece remake

One Piece

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Release date: TBA
Where to watch the One Piece remake: Netflix

Over 1,000 episodes later, One Piece has become one of the most daunting marathons in television history. Netflix is attempting to get new fans engaged in one of the best anime around as it partners with Studio Wit on a complete remake of the series, which sees Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hats sail the Grand Line in search of the mythical One Piece treasure.

Studio Wit's president has already pointed to modernization as a key driving force behind the remake, and we're excited to see how it all pans out from January.

One Punch Man season 3

One Punch Man

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While we're still holding out hope for a 2024 release, nothing has yet been confirmed for the return of One-Punch Man.

It's been a minute but we expect to see more from Saitama and his penchant for knocking out supervillains with, you guessed it, just one punch. The hype surrounding the show had died down a little but an incredible new trailer not only increased our expectations, it also suggests we could be seeing One-Punch Man season 3 on our screens very soon.

Sakamoto Days

Still from Sakamoto Days

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Release date: January 2025
Where to watch Sakamoto Days: Netflix

Netflix is already laying out its 2025 plans, with Sakamoto Days sitting pretty at the top of its splurge of anime in January.

Based on a manga from Yuto Suzuki, Sakamoto Days turns the John Wick fantasy on its head. The titular character Sakamoto, after all, was once a for-hire killer. However, he retired, got married, and left the assassin game behind. But with fellow hitmen on his tail, the now-doughy Sakamoto must pick up his weapon once more to protect his family.

Splinter Cell: Deathwatch

Splinter Cell: Deathwatch trailer

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Release date: TBA
Where to watch Splinter Cell: Deathwatch: Netflix

Splinter Cell is the latest on a long, long line of video game properties mined by Netflix (and, yes, we're calling it an 'anime' for now, as Ubisoft's official site even describes it as such). Liev Schreiber will take over on voice duties for Sam Fisher, a black ops agent working for the shadowy Fourth Echelon.

“Once you get used to the shadows, you see bad people for who they really are. And they’ll never see you coming for them," Fisher says in the first look at Splinter Cell: Deathwatch. After decades of stalking about in the darkness as Mr. Fisher, that's music to our ears.

The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep

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Release date: February 11, 2025
Where to watch The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep: Netflix

Geralt is back! This time, he's voiced by The Witcher game voice actor Doug Cockle for this adventure that takes place during the events of The Witcher season 1.

In Sirens of the Deep, Geralt is caught between two warring kingdoms after investigating a series of attacks. On one side, humans. On the other? The watery mer-people. A new clip was released during 2024's Netflix Geeked week.

Untitled Cyberpunk anime

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

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Welcome back to Night City, chooms. Given the success of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, it should come as little surprise to hear that Netflix and CD Projekt Red are teaming up for a new project.

While we know very little about the series just yet, we suspect it won't be a direct sequel to Edgerunners, given how that show ended. Watch this space.

Zenshu

Zenshu

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The first trailer for Zenshu has us very excited. The new undated anime, from Studio MAPPA, follows the plight of Natsuko, a talented young anime artist suddenly thrust into directing her first feature movie.

Despite that being an unbridled success, Natusko's next project isn't so easy. As per the show's synopsis: "Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love. However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to understand the concept of first love, and as a result, she’s unable to create the storyboard, causing the movie production to come to a standstill."

For more, check out all the new TV shows and movie release dates to look forward to in 2024.

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