The year may be drawing to a close, but there's plenty of new anime and ongoing anime to look forward to in 2024 as we creep towards next year's winter season. Bleach, Blue Lock, Dragon Ball, and Dan Da Dan are just some of the jewels in the crown in the fall schedule, but there's plenty more to get excited about.
All in, there's dozens of new anime movies and shows releasing over the coming months. But which ones are worth your time, and which ones aren't? To help, we've put together a comprehensive guide to new anime in 2024, as well as looking back at what's aired already this year.
First up, you'll see the full 2024 release schedule: a bullet-point list of all the new anime that's been released across the winter, spring, summer, and fall windows to date.
Then, further down, we'll dive into each major new release 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 titles 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
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.
Netflix has also given us a glimpse of the year ahead with its Netflix anime 2024 trailer.
Ongoing anime and released anime in 2024
- Blood of Zeus season 2 (out now)
- Blue Exorcist season 3 (out now)
- Classroom of the Elite season 3 (out now)
- Delicious in Dungeon (out now)
- Frieren Beyond Journey’s End (out now)
- Kingdom season 5 (out now)
- Maboroshi (out now) [MOVIE]
- Masters of the Universe: Revolution (out now)
- One Piece: Egghead (out now)
- Solo Leveling (out now)
- The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse (out now)
Winter 2024 anime release dates
- Pokemon Horizons: The Series (March 7, 2024 in US)
- Sand Land (March 20, 2024)
Spring 2024 anime release dates
- Re: Monster (April 4, 2024)
- That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 3 (April 5, 2024)
- Mushoku Tensei season 2, part 2 (April 7, 2024)
- The Fable (April 7, 2024)
- Kaiju No. 8 (April 13, 2024)
- My Hero Academia season 7 (May 4, 2024) - ongoing
- Demon Slayer season 4 (May 12, 2024)
- Haikyuu the Movie: Battle at the Garbage Dump (May 31, 2024) [MOVIE]
- Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura (June 6, 2024) [MOVIE]
- Ultraman: Rising (June 14, 2024) [MOVIE]
- Code Geass: Roze of the Recapture (June 21, 2024)
- Rising Impact (June 22, 2024)
- Suicide Squad Isekai (June 27, 2024)
- Blue Lock: Episode Nagi (June 28, 2024) [MOVIE]
- The Imaginary (June 28, 2024) [MOVIE]
Summer 2024 anime release dates
- My Deer Friend Nokotan (July 3, 2024)
- Oshi no Ko season 2 (July 3, 2024)
- Nier: Automata Ver1.1a (July 5, 2024)
- Tower of God season 2 (July 7, 2024)
- Wistoria: Wand and Sword (July 7, 2024)
- T-P BON season 2 (July 17, 2024)
- From Me to You season 3 (August 1, 2024)
- Kengan Ashura season 2 part 2 (August 15, 2024)
- Rick and Morty anime (August 15, 2024)
- Terminator Zero (August 29, 2024)
- Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom (September 20, 2024 in Japan)
- Uzumaki (September 28, 2024)
Fall 2024 anime release dates
- Re: Zero season 3 (October 2, 2024)
- Dan Da Dan (October 3, 2024)
- Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II (October 4, 2024)
- Look Back (October 4, 2024) [MOVIE]
- Blue Lock season 2 (October 5, 2024)
- Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 3 (October 5, 2024)
- Ranma 1/2 (October 5, 2024)
- Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft (October 10, 2024)
- Dragon Ball Daima (October 11, 2024)
- Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance (October 11, 2024)
- My Hero Academia: You're Next (October 11, 2024) [MOVIE]
- Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack (November 8, 2024 in Japan) [MOVIE]
- Arcane season 2 (Beginning November 9, 2024)
- Fate/strange Fake (November 2024)
- Beastars season 3 (December 2024)
2024 anime release dates (TBA)
- Moonrise (2024)
- One Punch Man season 3 (TBC)
Anime shows out in 2024
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
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. For more, check out the Arcane season 2 release schedule.
Beastars season 3
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
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
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
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
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
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
Where to watch Blue Lock season 2: Crunchyroll
Blue Lock had 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. That's all despite some early animation concerns from fans.
Blue Lock season 2 adaps 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
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
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
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
Where to watch Dandadan: Netflix/Crunchyroll
Could this be the next big anime in 2024? Dan Da Dan 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. Check out our verdict with the Dan Da Dan review and dive into the Dan Da Dan release schedule for more.
Delicious in Dungeon
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
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
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
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 and the Dragon Ball Daima release schedule.
Fate/strange Fake
Release date: November 20, 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
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 with a second season also confirmed to be in the works.
From Me to You season 3
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.
Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance
Release date: Out now
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Release date: Out now
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.
One Piece
Release date: Ongoing (on hiatus until April 2025)
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, but is on a break until April 2025.
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
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
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.
If you want to know how the new series fits into the story so far, check out our guide on how to watch Pokemon in order.
Ranma 1/2
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
Where to watch Ranma 1/2: Netflix
The remake of beloved '90s anime Ranma 1/2 is coming to Netflix in October. As the synopsis suggests, we're in for a typically madcap ride from one of the medium's zaniest setups: "After training, Ranma acquires a mysterious constitution that allows him to turn back into a woman when poured with water, and a man when poured with hot water."
Confusing matters further, Ranma then falls for a young female martial artist called Akane and the two are betrothed. But how will Ranma's water-based transformations affect their fledgling relationship? You'll have to find out in this unique romcom.
Re: Monster
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.
Re: Zero season 3
Release date: Out now (ongoing)
Where to watch Re:Zero season 3: Crunchyroll
Re:Zero returns for a third season and, as you can imagine from Subaru's powers to cheat death, it's not going to get any easier for our hero in the kingdom of Lugunica.
"He savors a life of fulfillment while Emilia’s camp stands united for the royal selection—until a fateful letter arrives," the synopsis for the third season states. "Anastasia, a royal selection candidate, has invited Emilia to the Watergate City of Priestella. But as the party begins its journey, crisis stirs beneath the surface and Subaru meets a cruel fate once again."
For more, check out the Re:Zero season 3 release schedule.
Rick and Morty anime
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Release date: Out now
Where to watch Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft: Netflix
The new Tomb Raider series takes 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 before release showed more of Lara in action, including wielding her iconic twin pistols, a moment that 2018's movie inexplicably left until the very end. A second season is also in the works.
For more, check out our interview with Hayley Atwell about playing Lara Croft in future, as well as our The Legend of Lara Croft review.
Tower of God season 2
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
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
Release date: Out now
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, but maybe not always for the right reasons as the second episode's animation controversy proves.
You can also check out our guide to the 10 best Junji Ito manga to read right now.
Wistoria: Wand and Sword
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
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
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. There's even a new post-credits scene to look forward to.
Baki Hanma vs. Kengan Ashura
Release date: June 6, 2024
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
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
Release date: May 31, 2024
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
Release date: November 7 (Prime Video)
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
Release date: January 15, 2024
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
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
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
Release date: July 5, 2024
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
Release date: June 12, 2024
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 releasing in 2025 and beyond
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
Release date: TBA
Where to watch Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc: Cinemas
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
Release date: TBA
Where to watch Demon Slayer Infinity Castle: Cinemas
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
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
Release date: TBA
Where to watch Jujutsu Kaisen season 3: TBA
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.
My Hero Academia season 8
Release date: 2025
Where to watch My Hero Academia season 8: TBC
The long-running superhero shonen is finally coming to an end in 2025 with My Hero Academia season 8. While details are scant at the time of writing, we expect it to adapt to the very end of Kohei Horikoshi's manga, which encompasses the fittingly-titled Final War arc and the much briefer Epilogue arc.
One Piece remake
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
Release date: TBA
Where to watch One-Punch Man season 3: TBA
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
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.
Solo Leveling season 2
Release date: January 2025
Where to watch Solo Leveling season 2: Crunchyroll
Solo Leveling season 2 is all set to hit our screens in January. Continuing Jin-Woo's dungeon-dwelling adventures with the System at his side, this shonen feels like it's on the cusp of a breakout year in 2025. But how will he cope with his newfound abilities as the Shadow Monarch and, worse still, S-Rank demons breaking free from their surroundings?
Splinter Cell: Deathwatch
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 Colors Within
Release date: January 24
Where to watch The Colors Within: Cinemas
Directed by Naoko Yamada, who helmed anime classic A Silent Voice, The Colors Within, the coming-of-age tale brings together three music-mad teenagers who find solace and community as their paths eventually cross.
Chief among them is Totsuko, who comes bundled with a colorful talent: she 'sees' people and their emotions represented by a color.
After meeting Kimi, she soon follows her passions and starts a band with fellow misfit Rui. You can watch the first trailer for The Colors Within now.
The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep
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
Release date: TBA
Where to watch Cyberpunk: Netflix
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
Release date: January 2025
Where to watch Zenshu: Crunchyroll
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.
