If you’ve been keeping track of the upcoming anime slate for the rest of the year, you’ll understand why fans are thrilled.
The remaining 2026 release schedule features a summer season that breaks the mold of the usual quiet months, followed by an autumn lineup that ranks as one of the most impressive in years, featuring Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2, Sekiro: No Defeat, The Apothecary Diaries season 3, and much more.
To help you stay on top of every new series heading your way, we maintain an updated guide covering everything arriving on Crunchyroll, Netflix, Prime Video, and Disney Plus throughout the year. We even offer a sneak peek at some of the industry’s heavy hitters returning in 2027. If you need inspiration, feel free to browse our handpicked selections for the best anime movies and our comprehensive guide on how to watch Demon Slayer in order.
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NEW AND ONGOING ANIME 2026
Our 2026 release calendar is organized into the standard four quarters: winter (January–March), spring (April–June), summer (July–September), and fall (October–December).
As detailed below, 2026 kicked off with a historically packed schedule. The My Hero Academia spin-off Vigilantes made its comeback alongside fresh seasons of Jujutsu Kaisen, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, and Oshi no Ko. The spring season brought major momentum with Re:Zero, Dr. Stone, and One Piece. Looking toward summer, Ghost in the Shell reimagines its universe for a new era while Bleach prepares to wrap up its story.
Winter 2026 anime release dates
- Case Closed: Detective Conan
- Sentenced to Be a Hero
- Golden Kamuy Final Season
- My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2
- Jujutsu Kaisen season 3
- Fire Force season 3, part 2 – January 9, 2026
- Fate/strange Fake – January 10, 2026
- Trigun Stargaze – January 10, 2026
- To Your Eternity Season 3 – January 10, 2026
- GNOSIA – January 10, 2026 (ongoing)
- Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider – January 10, 2026
- Hell’s Paradise season 2 – January 11, 2026
- ‘Tis Time for “Torture,” Princess Cour 2 – January 12, 2026
- Oshi no Ko season 3 – January 14, 2026
- Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2 – January 16, 2026
- Beastars Final Season part 2 – March 7, 2026
- JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run – March 19, 2026
Spring 2026 anime release dates
- Dorohedoro season 2 – April 1, 2026
- The Beginning After the End season 2 – April 1, 2026
- Dr. Stone Science Future part 3 – April 2, 2026
- That Time I Got Reanimated as a Slime season 4 – April 3, 2026
- Daemons of the Shadow Realm – April 4, 2026
- Ace of the Diamond season 2 – April 4, 2026
- One Piece: Elbaph Arc – April 5, 2026
- Liar Game – April 6, 2026
- Witch Hat Atelier – April 6, 2026
- Re:Zero – Starting Life in Another World season 4 – April 8, 2026
- Rent-a-Girlfriend season 5 – April 8, 2026
- Kill Blue – April 11, 2026
- Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 – April 12, 2026
- My Hero Academia Special – May 2, 2026
- Devil May Cry season 2 – May 12, 2026
Summer 2026 anime release dates
- Black Torch – July 4, 2026
- Skeleton Knight in Another World season 2 – July 4, 2026
- The Ghost in the Shell – July 7, 2026
- Young Ladies Don’t Play Fighting Games – July 7, 2026
- Clevatess season 2 – July 8, 2026
- Smoking Behind the Supermarket With You – July 10, 2026
- Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War: The Calamity – July 25, 2026
- The Elusive Samurai season 2 – July 2026
- Re:Zero Starting Life in Another World season 4, part 2 – August 12, 2026
Fall 2026 anime release dates
- Sekiro: No Defeat – September 4, 2026
- Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans – October 2, 2026
- Ranma 1/2 season 3 – October 3, 2026
- Blue Box season 2 – October 4, 2026
- Black Clover season 2 – October 2026
- Suikoden: The Anime – October 2026
- The Apothecary Diaries season 3 – October 2026 (part 2 in April 2027)
- The Detective is Already Dead season 2 – October 2026
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2 – Fall 2026
- Dragon Ball Super: Beerus – Fall 2026
- The Apothecary Diaries movie – December 2026
TBA anime release dates
Anime out in 2026: our top picks
That master list is certainly extensive, so we have handpicked some standout new and ongoing releases that deserve a prominent spot on your 2026 watchlist.
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2
Release date: Fall 2026
Where to watch Cyberpunk: Edgerunners season 2: Netflix
Studio Trigger’s high-octane dive into the Cyberpunk universe is back this fall with an entirely new cast for a standalone, 10-episode run.
Much like its predecessor, another emotional journey through Night City is practically guaranteed, especially since writer Bartosz Sztybor has already cautioned viewers to get ready for heartache.
While four main characters—D., Weak Kingsley, cinephile Roman Crarax, and Talia Yang—have been introduced, the exact perils awaiting them in the corporate-dominated streets remain under wraps.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3
Release date: Out now
Where to watch Jujutsu Kaisen season 3: Crunchyroll
Prepare for the Culling Game. The third season brings the manga’s battle royale arc to the screen, pitting sorcerers against each other in a chaotic tournament.
Anyone who survived the Shibuya Incident knows sudden casualties are entirely possible, meaning nonstop, high-stakes combat is guaranteed. The compilation film Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution already offered a taste of what’s ahead, solidifying this as one of the most talked-about releases of the year.
Catching up? Here is how to watch Jujutsu Kaisen in order, along with our Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule guide.
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2
Release date: Out now
Where to watch My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2: Crunchyroll
Even though the main My Hero Academia series has concluded, its Vigilantes spin-off is going strong. This season pushes the underground heroes to operate more independently while surrounded by an eccentric cast of allies and adversaries.
Track every new episode with our My Hero Academia: Vigilantes season 2 release schedule!
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2
Release date: Out now
Where to watch Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2: Crunchyroll
Frieren captivated audiences upon its debut with its heartfelt storytelling and distinct characters. The second chapter continues Frieren, Fern, and Stark’s northward trek as the elfin mage approaches Himmel’s final resting spot.
The first season famously claimed the title of the highest-rated anime of all time on MyAnimeList, and judging by the source manga, this follow-up is well-positioned to challenge for that spot again—potentially even revealing how Frieren and her companions originally defeated the Demon King.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run
Release date: Out now (returns Fall 2026)
Where to watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run: Netflix
Steel Ball Run takes the franchise’s trademark eccentricity and centers it around a 19th-century cross-country horse race. Paraplegic jockey Johnny Joestar teams up with former executioner Gyro Zepelli to vie for a $50 million grand prize.
True to form, a cross-country race is only the surface layer. The plot soon thickens with a conspiracy reaching the highest levels of the US government and a mysterious religious artifact connected to Jesus Christ.
For more details, consult our guides on how to watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure in order and the JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Steel Ball Run release schedule.
One Piece: Elbaph Arc
Release date: Out now
Where to watch One Piece: Elbaph Arc: Crunchyroll/Netflix
One Piece is charting new territory with the Elbaph Arc. Beyond the narrative developments, the release format itself is shifting.
As previously announced, One Piece has adopted a more measured pace, capping releases at 26 episodes for the calendar year divided into two cours. This means fewer weekly installments of Monkey D. Luffy overall, but it also translates to a major reduction in filler content. For most fans, that’s an ideal trade-off.
Stay updated on the voyage via the One Piece Elbaph Arc release schedule.
The Apothecary Diaries season 3
Release date: October 2026
Where to watch Apothecary Diaries season 3: TBA
Following a breakout second season, Maomao’s palace investigations and botanical remedies have earned a dedicated following. Fortunately, the wait for more won’t be long, with season 3 scheduled for the fall alongside an original theatrical film in December 2026.
Sekiro: No Defeat
Release date: September 4, 2026
Where to watch Sekiro: No Defeat: TBA
Drawing from FromSoftware‘s acclaimed game, Sekiro: No Defeat is a fully hand-drawn adaptation joining high-profile game-to-anime projects like Death Stranding.
Director Kenichi Kutsuna noted in a previous statement that the production aims to deliver an unforgettable experience for both veterans and newcomers alike. Though fans might dread revisiting encounters with the Guardian Ape, there is plenty of promise here.
For more game adaptations, check out our list of upcoming video game movies releasing in 2026.
The Ghost in the Shell
Release date: July 7, 2026
Where to watch The Ghost in the Shell: Prime Video
While its initial announcement might have flown under your radar, the return of Ghost in the Shell offers plenty of reason to revisit its visionary cyberpunk landscape.
Handled by Science Saru, the upcoming series appears to draw directly from the original manga.
Looking for more recommendations? Explore our guides to the best Crunchyroll anime and the best Netflix anime.