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The official website for the upcoming television anime adaptation of Hamuo and Mo’s Hell Mode – The Hardcore Gamer Dominates in Another World with Garbage Balancing light novel series released its first promotional video on Friday, October 10, 2025. The new video not only offered a fresh look at the series but also revealed more cast members, crucial production staff, and details regarding the opening and ending theme songs. The anime is slated to premiere in January 2026 on Tokyo MX, MBS, and BS NTV. New Cast Members Join the Hell Mode Roster The newly released promotional video introduced several…

Despite recent online discussions, acclaimed voice actor Natsuki Hanae, known for his roles in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Tokyo Ghoul, has not been announced as part of the cast for the upcoming animated film, “The Last Blossom” (Housenka). The film, set to premiere in Japanese theaters on October 10, 2025, and having already garnered international attention with its selection for the Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2025, has revealed a distinct ensemble of prominent actors and voice talents. Confirmed Main Cast for “The Last Blossom” The lead roles in “The Last Blossom” are being brought to life by…

Bandai Namco Filmworks has officially unveiled the title for the fifth film in the Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 series as “Hakunetsu no Ginga Taisen” (The Incandescent Galactic War), with its theatrical premiere slated for February 20. The announcement came via a special teaser trailer, also revealing a new visual drawn by manga creator Kia Asamiya. A New Chapter in the Rebel 3199 Saga The Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 project is an ambitious remake of the classic 1980 film Be Forever Yamato and incorporates elements from the Space Battleship Yamato III television series. The entire saga is planned to…

The popular “Yoshiwara in Flames” arc of the Gintama anime is being reanimated and compiled into a new theatrical film titled Shin-Gekijōban Gintama: Yoshiwara Daienjō (Gintama New Film Version: Yoshiwara in Flames), with its opening date officially announced as February 13, 2026. The announcement was made during a 20th-anniversary event for the franchise. The upcoming film promises to revisit episodes 139-146 of the original anime, but with newly animated scenes and the inclusion of characters who were not present in the initial television adaptation of the arc. This release is part of the ongoing 20th-anniversary celebrations for the Gintama franchise,…

The highly anticipated second and final cour of the Fire Force Season 3 anime is set to ignite screens on January 9, 2026. The premiere date, alongside a new key visual, was officially announced for the concluding chapter of Shinra Kusakabe’s fiery saga. Fans can catch the episodes weekly on Fridays at 1:53 a.m. JST (effectively January 10) on Japan’s Animeism programming block across MBS, TBS, and CBC, with Netflix exclusively streaming the latest episodes in Japan after their television broadcast. Internationally, Crunchyroll will handle streaming for audiences in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle…

Fans of the fantasy anime A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special have cause for celebration, as a new video and announcements have officially confirmed that the highly anticipated second season is slated to premiere in 2026. The confirmation arrived with a fresh trailer, signaling the continuation of Desir Herrman’s journey to alter a catastrophic future. Crunchyroll has also reconfirmed that it will stream the second season outside of East Asia. The Road to a 2026 Premiere The announcement of A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special Season 2 has been eagerly awaited since the conclusion of its successful first season. While…

Fans of the Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway trilogy will need to wait a little longer for the next installment, as the second film, officially titled Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway’s Flash – The Sorcery of Nymph Circe (Kido Senshi Gandamu Senko no Hasawei Kiruke no Majo), has been confirmed for a theatrical release in Japan on January 30, 2026. This announcement, made alongside a new teaser trailer, marks a shift from previous reports of a Winter 2025 release window. The Road to The Sorcery of Nymph Circe The highly anticipated sequel continues the narrative established in the first film, Mobile Suit…

Acclaimed director Mamoru Hosoda’s latest anime feature, “Scarlet” (titled “Hateshinaki Scarlet” in Japan), has released a new trailer, offering a fresh look at the visually stunning and revenge-driven fantasy. The film is also confirmed for IMAX screenings, promising an immersive cinematic experience for audiences. The highly anticipated movie is slated to open in Japan on November 21, 2025, with a limited awards-qualifying run in North America in late 2025, followed by a wider release in early 2026. A Glimpse into the World of “Scarlet” The newly released trailer provides further insight into the film’s unique aesthetic and narrative. Hosoda previously…

The upcoming French-Japanese co-production anime film, “A New Dawn” (Japanese title: Hanarokusho ga Akeru Hi ni, or “On the day when Paris Green dawns”), has unveiled a new teaser trailer and visual, confirming its Japanese theatrical release in 2026. Directed by acclaimed Japanese painter Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, the film was initially slated for a 2025 release but has since been postponed. The film, a collaboration between French studio Miyu Productions and Japanese partners, offers a poignant narrative inspired by the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. Delving into the Narrative of “A New Dawn” “A New Dawn” tells the…

Satoshi Kon’s seminal 1997 psychological thriller, Perfect Blue, is set to captivate audiences once again with a brand new 4K UHD restoration, arriving on December 23 in North America via GKIDS. Fans in the UK and Ireland can anticipate an earlier release on December 8 from Anime Limited. This highly anticipated release will allow viewers to experience the influential anime masterpiece in stunning clarity, complete with a host of special features. A Glimpse into the Enhanced “Perfect Blue” 4K UHD Presentation The new 4K UHD edition promises to revitalize Satoshi Kon’s directorial debut, offering an unparalleled viewing experience for both…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Hiromu Arakawa’s manga, Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Yomi no Tsugai), is officially slated for an April 2026 premiere, running for two consecutive cours. The news, along with a reveal of additional key staff members and an English-subtitled teaser trailer, was announced during the Crunchyroll Showcase panel at New York Comic Con 2025. Crunchyroll has confirmed it will stream the series globally. Premiere Details and Extended Run Fans can mark their calendars for April 2026, as Daemons of the Shadow Realm is set to debut. The anime will air for two consecutive cours, ensuring…

Crunchyroll has announced a robust lineup of new anime acquisitions, headlined by the highly anticipated Oshi no Ko Season 3 and the upcoming feature film That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime the Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea. These titles join a growing roster of series and movies set to stream on the platform, reinforcing Crunchyroll’s position as a leading destination for anime fans worldwide. The announcements were made as part of Crunchyroll’s broader strategy to expand its content library for the upcoming Fall 2025 and 2026 seasons. Oshi no Ko Season 3 Confirmed for 2026 Release Fans…

Shinpei Funatsu, known for his work as the artist of the parody manga Todai Revengers, is set to launch a brand-new series titled Heisei Tensei (Heisei Reincarnation) on October 16. The announcement was made by Kodansha’s Magazine Pocket service via its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, generating anticipation among fans for Funatsu’s next project. From University Parody to New Beginnings: Shinpei Funatsu’s Latest Work Shinpei Funatsu gained recognition for Todai Revengers, a comedic spin-off of Ken Wakui’s popular Tokyo Revengers manga. Todai Revengers reimagined the main character as a hapless university student, offering an over-the-top parody that ran…

Manga artist Wakame Konbu, renowned for the popular series “The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!”, is set to debut a new manga titled Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo!? (Wait, So You DON’T Like Me?!) in February 2026. The announcement was made in this year’s 45th issue of Shueisha’s Young Jump magazine, with Konbu also sharing a preview image on their X/Twitter account. A New Harem Rom-Com on the Horizon The upcoming series, Watashi no Koto Suki Janakatta ka yo!?, marks Konbu’s return to a serialized work in Young Jump. The magazine teases the manga as a harem…

Manga artist Gaku Tanigaki is set to launch his new manga series, “Takami no Takami-san” (Takami in the Heights), today, Friday, October 10, 2025. The serialization will be available on Shueisha’s Tonari no Young Jump website. What is “Takami no Takami-san” About? “Takami no Takami-san” centers on an intriguing premise involving a former high school teacher and a younger co-worker. The story follows a man named Arai, a former high school teacher who has embarked on a new career cleaning skyscraper windows for a building cleaning company. His senior at work, a younger co-worker named Takami, is responsible for teaching…

The highly anticipated “light anime” adaptation of Tenma Asahi’s popular boys’ love (BL) light novel series, “Saioshi no Gikei o Mederu Tame, Nagaikishimasu!” (also known as “In Order to Love My Most Beloved Step-Brother, I’ll Live a Long Life!”), is officially slated to premiere in January 2026. The announcement includes the reveal of key staff and visuals for the project, marking it as the inaugural title from the new BL “light anime” label, Balloon. What is a “Light Anime”? The Production Model Explained This adaptation is notable for being produced under the “light anime” concept, a new approach spearheaded by…

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of Noble Reincarnation: Born Blessed, So I’ll Obtain Ultimate Power has released its second promotional trailer, revealing key details including its main cast, opening theme song, and a confirmed January 2026 premiere. The new trailer offers fans a deeper look into the world of Noah, the reincarnated thirteenth prince, as he navigates a world of power struggles and aims for ultimate authority. January 2026 Premiere Set for Isekai Fantasy Fans eager to dive into the aristocratic intrigue and power-fantasy elements of Noble Reincarnation can mark their calendars for January 2026. The series is officially slated…

The beloved robot cat Doraemon is set to embark on another cinematic adventure with the announcement of the 2026 film, officially titled Doraemon the Movie: Nobita and the New Castle of Devil’s Undersea Castle. This 45th installment in the popular franchise is confirmed to premiere in theaters across Japan in March 2026. The upcoming feature is a remake of the classic 1983 film, Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle of the Undersea Devil, promising to introduce a new generation to a thrilling deep-sea fantasy. A Return to the Depths: Remaking a Classic Adventure Doraemon the Movie: Nobita and the New Castle…

The world of manga and light novels is constantly expanding, offering readers an ever-growing array of captivating stories, unique art styles, and diverse genres. Leading the charge in bringing these Japanese treasures to English-speaking audiences is Seven Seas Entertainment, a publisher renowned for its eclectic catalog. In its latest wave of announcements, Seven Seas has once again delighted fans with the acquisition of several intriguing titles, including the uniquely titled I Like Cat Butts, the historical action-fantasy Gilded Seven, and the charming Boys’ Love series Give Me a Hug, Mr. Frog!. These new licenses showcase the publisher’s commitment to variety…

Fans of the long-running Detective Conan franchise are in for a treat as TMS Entertainment announced that three more films, including Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween, will stream for free on its “Anime! on TMS” YouTube channel over the next three Saturdays. Each film will premiere on its designated Saturday at 10:00 p.m. EDT. In addition to the movies, a 2.5-hour special episode titled “Night of the Full Moon Dual Mystery” is also set to stream on Wednesday at 10:00 p.m. EDT. This special episode is also available with English subtitles and dub on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Upcoming Detective…