My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, a highly anticipated continuation of the popular cosplay-themed romantic comedy, premiered on July 5, 2025, with Episode 16 airing on July 26, 2025. Fans can stream the new season on Crunchyroll, which is simulcasting episodes as they air in Japan, with English dubs expected to follow. The series, known for its detailed portrayal of cosplay and heartwarming character development, continues to follow the unique relationship between Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo.
Season 2 Overview and Episode Release Schedule
The second season of My Dress-Up Darling, officially confirmed in September 2022 and later in late 2024, consists of 12 episodes, airing as part of the Summer 2025 anime season. Studio CloverWorks returns to animate the series, maintaining the vibrant visual style that contributed to the first season’s acclaim. New episodes are released weekly, typically on Saturdays for international audiences, following their Sunday midnight (JST) broadcast in Japan.
The confirmed release schedule for My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 is as follows (subject to change):
- Episode 13: July 5, 2025
- Episode 14: July 12, 2025
- Episode 15: July 19, 2025
- Episode 16: July 26, 2025
- Episode 17: August 2, 2025
- Episode 18: August 9, 2025
- Episode 19: August 16, 2025
- Episode 20: August 23, 2025
- Episode 21: August 30, 2025
- Episode 22: September 6, 2025
- Episode 23: September 13, 2025
- Episode 24: September 20, 2025
Episode 16 Highlights: “Has All My Measurements Memorized”
Episode 16, titled “Has All My Measurements Memorized,” features Marin Kitagawa’s latest cosplay challenge as her school’s cultural festival arrives. Chosen as her class representative for a beauty contest, Marin discovers a unique rule: male students must cross-dress as women, and female students must cross-dress as men. This prompts Marin to decide on cosplaying Rei Kōgami, a popular character from the in-show anime “The Student Council President is the No.1 Host” (nicknamed “NamaHos”).
The episode delves into Gojo assisting Marin with creating the intricate Rei Kōgami costume. Fans have particularly praised the high-quality “in-show productions” within My Dress-Up Darling, with Episode 16 showcasing detailed animation of the “NamaHos” anime, including the encounter between Rei and Koyomi Mishima. This level of detail has led to fan excitement, with comments highlighting the “craftsmanship” and the impressive standalone nature of these internal anime sequences.
Returning Cast and Staff
The core team behind My Dress-Up Darling has returned for Season 2. Keisuke Shinohara is once again directing the series, with Yoriko Tomita credited as the head writer and Takeshi Nakatsuka composing the music. Kazumasa Ishida is handling character designs. The main voice cast also reprises their roles, with Hina Suguta as Marin Kitagawa and Shoya Ishige as Wakana Gojo.
Story Progression and Fan Anticipation
Season 2 is expected to cover manga arcs from the Shizuku Kuroe Part 2 Arc to the Coffin Arc, building on the first season which adapted chapters 1 to 39. The narrative continues to explore Marin’s deepening feelings for Gojo and Gojo’s increasing confidence in his craft and personal life. The season promises more heartfelt interactions, new characters, and stunning cosplay transformations, further cementing the series’ reputation as a beloved romantic comedy. The manga, by Shinichi Fukuda, has gained significant popularity, surpassing 10 million copies in circulation, providing ample material for the anime adaptation.
