A new year means plenty of new anime to look forward to. And 2025 might just be one of the biggest years yet for fans. The big hitters include Demon Slayer and Chainsaw Man movies, while Dan Da Dan season 2, and Spy x Family season 3 have also been announced.
But it's nearly impossible to keep track of all the comings and goings in the anime landscape. To help, we've put together a complete guide to all the new anime coming your way in 2025 (and beyond).
As well as the major names, we'll also introduce you to several fresh titles in the hopes that you discover your favorite new anime in 2025. Below, you'll find a calendar of release dates from the ongoing winter season through to the most anticipated arrivals in the fall. Then, we've got a larger and more in-depth entry-by-entry look at what's coming in 2025.
Once you’re done, be sure to check out our picks for the best anime and best anime movies, plus all 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 2025
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).
To start, let's begin with the winter schedule and the first major release, Solo Leveling season 2.
Ongoing and new 2025 anime
- Blue Box cour 2 (Ongoing from January 2, 2025)
- Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga (Ongoing from January 4, 2025)
- Dragon Ball Daima (ongoing)
- Solo Leveling season 2 (Ongoing from January 4, 2025)
- Zenshu (Ongoing from January 5, 2025)
- Dr. Stone season 4 (Ongoing from January 9, 2025)
- The Apothecary Diaries season 2 (Ongoing from January 10, 2025)
- Sakamoto Days (Ongoing from January 11, 2025)
Winter 2025 anime release dates
- The Colors Within (January 24, 2025) [MOVIE]
- Pokemon Horizons: The Series Part 2 (February 7, 2025) [out now in the UK]
- ReZero season 3 (February 5, 2025)
- Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack (February 10, 2025)
- Beastars season 3, part 2 (Early 2025)
Spring 2025 anime release dates
- One Piece: Egghead arc (April 6, 2025)
- Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- (April 2025)
- Devil May Cry (April 2025)
- Fire Force season 3 (April 2025)
- My Hero Academia: Vigilantes (April 2025)
- Wind Breaker season 2 (April 2025)
- Witch Watch (April 2025)
- Yu-Gi-Oh GX 20th anniversary remaster (April 2025)
- Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death movie (May 30, 2025) [Japan]
Summer 2025 anime release dates
- Dan Da Dan season 2 (July 2025)
- Kaiju No. 8 season 2 (July 2025)
- Sakamoto Days part 2 (July 2025)
Fall 2025 anime release dates
- Spy x Family season 3 (October 2025)
- My Hero Academia season 8 (Fall 2025)
2025 anime release dates (TBA)
- Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 4 (TBC)
- Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc (TBC)
- Demon Slayer Infinity Castle (TBC)
- Fate/strange Fake (TBC)
- Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 (TBC)
- Lazarus (TBC)
- Moonrise (TBC)
- One Punch Man season 3 (TBC)
- Oshi no Ko season 3 (TBC)
- Witch Hat Atelier (TBC)
Anime shows out in 2025
Below is a look ahead to the major upcoming anime shows coming your way in 2025. It ranges from the likes of Netflix's Devil May Cry, a new season of Dan Da Dan, and the return of Re:Zero.
Beastars season 3, part 2
Release date: Early 2025
Where to watch Beastars season 3: Netflix
2025 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. The final season has introduced a new villain, Melon, and will finish adapting the remainder of Paru Itakagi's manga
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 4
Release date: 2025
Where to watch Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War part 4: Hulu/Disney Plus
Yes, Bleach is still going, and, yes, it's still amazing. The adaptation of the final arc continues with the fourth and final part of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War as the long-running anime comes to a close in 2025.
For more, check out our guide on how to watch Bleach in order.
Blue Exorcist season 4
Release date: January 5, 2025 (ongoing)
Where to watch Blue Exorcist season 4: 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 third season arrived in 2024 and the fourth season continues with an adaptation of the Blue Night Saga from January.
Dan Da Dan season 2
Release date: July 2025
Where to watch Dandadan: Netflix/Crunchyroll
The extraterrestrial adventures of Momo and Okarun - who believe in spirits and UFOs respectively before coming into contact with poltergeists and extraterrestrials amid a budding romance - continues for a second season in July. It's expected to adapt the Cursed House and Evil Eye arcs. Check out our initial verdict with our Dan Da Dan review.
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."
Dr. Stone season 4
Release date: January 9, 2025 (ongoing)
Where to watch Dr. Stone season 4: Crunchyroll
Also known as Science Future, the fourth season of Dr. Stone – one of 2025's first big releases – follows Senku's continuing scientific journey. This season, he reaches for the stars and aims to fulfil a lifelong ambition of making it to the moon. As such, we anticipate Science Future to head into orbit by adapting the Moon Mission arc, with a second and final cour to round out the adventures of Senku 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 to continue throughout 2025.
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: 2025
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.
Fire Force season 3
Release date: April 2025
Where to watch Fire Force season 3: Crunchyroll
Fire Force is about to go out in a blaze of glory. The third and final season of the firefighting anime begins this April on Crunchyroll and continues the exploits of Tokyo's Company 8 as they battle raging infernos and discover more about the mysterious 'sigma'. The final season is set to conclude next January, so get ready to mark that down as one of 2026's hottest series
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3
Release date: TBA
Where to watch Jujutsu Kaisen season 3: TBA
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 will adapt the Culling Game arc, which sees sorcerers and newly-awakened sorcerers alike pitted against each other in a battle royale-style tournament.
Kaiju No. 8 season 2
Release date: July 2025
Where to watch Kaiju No. 8 season 2: Crunchyroll
One of the most popular manga of recent years, Kaiju No. 8, received an 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.
Lazarus
Release date: 2025
Where to watch Lazarus: Adult Swim
Brought to life by Cowboy Bebop director Shinichirō Watanabe, Lazarus is one of the more intriguing new anime shows this year. It centres on a miracle drug that's soon revealed to be a death sentence for those who have taken it. Soon, the hunt is on for the doctor responsible and the life-saving Lazarus vaccine.
Watanabe has already described it as his 'masterpiece', while John Wick director Chad Stahleski is 'heavily involved' in designing the show's action sequences.
Moonrise
Release date: 2025
Where to watch Moonrise: Netflix
This could be the sleeper anime hit of the year - if we actually get it in 2025. 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 the year after a surprise 2024 no-show.
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.
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes
Release date: April 2025
Where to watch My Hero Academia: Vigilantes: TBC
My Hero Academia may be finishing up this year, but there's plenty of life left in the superhero shonen.
Vigilantes is an adaptation of Hideyuki Furuhashi and Betten Court's manga and revolves around three vigilantes who use their Quirks to fight off evil-doers.
One Piece: Egghead Arc
Release date: April 6, 2025
Where to watch One Piece: Netflix/Crunchyroll
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, and is returning from a months-long hiatus in April.
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?"
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: 2025
Where to watch One-Punch Man season 3: TBA
While we're still holding out hope for a 2025 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.
Oshi no Ko season 3
Release date: TBC
Where to watch Oshi No Ko season 3: TBC
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 arrived in 2024, but we're still waiting for a concrete release window for season 3. Fingers crossed it's in 2025.
Pokemon Horizons: The Series Part 2
Release date: February 7, 2025 (US) / Out now (UK)
Where to watch Pokemon Horizons: The Series: Netflix/BBC
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. The second part is titled The Search for Laqua and follows Liko and Roy's journey to track down the remaining Hero 'mon as they travel to Laqua. It's out in February on Netflix in the US but those lucky enough to be in the UK can watch it right now.
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 season 2
Release date: TBC
Where to watch Ranma 1/2: Netflix
The remake of beloved '90s anime Ranma 1/2 was released on Netflix in 2024. As the synopsis suggested, we went for 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. A second season of the unique romcom was announced, but there's no news yet on when it's dropping.
Re: Zero season 3
Release date: February 5, 2025
Where to watch Re:Zero season 3: Crunchyroll
Re:Zero returns for the second part of its third season this February. 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 reads. "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.
Sakamoto Days
Release date: January 11, 2025 (ongoing)
Where to watch Sakamoto Days: Netflix
Netflix is already laying out its 2025 plans, with Sakamoto Days sitting pretty at the top of its sprinkling of anime releases 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.
For the latest on the show's release plans, check out the Sakamoto Days release schedule.
Solo Leveling season 2
Release date: January 4, 2025 (Ongoing)
Where to watch Solo Leveling season 2: Crunchyroll
Solo Leveling season 2 is finally here. 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?
If you're curious as to when the next episode will drop, you'll need our Solo Leveling season 2 release schedule.
Spy x Family season 3
Release date: October 2025
Where to watch Spy x Family season 3: Crunchyroll (TBC)
Announced at Jump Festa 2025, Spy x Family is set to hit our screens for a third season in October.
The upcoming season will continue to follow the trials and spy tribulations of the Forgers, including Loid, Yor, and Anya. It's expected to adapt the manga's Friendship Schemes and Red Circus arcs.
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.
Yu-Gi-Oh GX 20th Anniversary
Release date: April 2025
Where to watch Yu-Gi-Oh GX: TBA
No, you're not seeing things. It's time to duel – again. Set after the iconic adventures – and Shadow Realm games – of Yugi Moto, Yu-Gi-Oh GX sees Duel Academy student Jaden Yuki learning the ropes and making new friends as he aims to beat a new generation of duelists.
The 'new' series is actually a 20th anniversary remaster of the iconic anime and will air on TV Tokyo from April.
Zenshu
Release date: January 5, 2025 (ongoing)
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."
Anime movies out in 2025
We're getting several big anime movie releases in 2025, including entries from Attack on Titan, Chainsaw Man, and Demon Slayer. All told, there's plenty to be excited about. Here's a rundown of the anime movies scheduled to release in the next 12 months.
Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack
Release date: February 10, 2025
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 western cinemas throughout February. 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.
Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc
Release date: 2025
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: 2025
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. The latest rumor suggests it's arriving in September, however. Watch this space.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death
Release date: May 30 [Japan]
Where to watch Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death: Cinemas
Jujutsu Kaisen is following a recent anime tradition by bundling some of its episodes together in a big-screen outing as a stopgap ahead of a new season.
In this instance, it's Gojo and Geto's Hidden Inventory/Premature Death prequel arcs from Jujutsu Kaisen season 2. A western release date hasn't been confirmed but, given the popularity of the anime, we'd be shocked if it doesn't head over to these shores.
The Colors Within
Release date: January 24, 2025
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.
For more, check out all the new TV shows and movie release dates to look forward to in 2025.
