2025 is here, bringing a breath of fresh air to everyone, and the year is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet for anime fans. With a slate of highly anticipated sequels, fresh adaptations, and intriguing original projects, the upcoming lineup of anime in 2025 promises something for every type of fan.
As the calendar flips to 2025, anime fans have plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re a seasoned fan or a newcomer to the medium, this list of the top 10 most anticipated upcoming anime in 2025 is sure to have something that catches your eye. Let’s dive into what’s poised to take over the anime scene in 2025!
10. Wind Breaker Season 2
Wind Breaker had one of the most well-received debuts in 2024, thanks to its delinquent trope that blends seamlessly with the drama and action surrounding the series. For fans of the show, it’s great news that the anime will return this year, introducing a whole new set of conflicts for Bofurin to tackle.
CloverWorks has decided to release the second season in April 2025, which will finally provide a verdict on what will happen to Bofurin’s first-year students, led by Haruka, as they confront the mysterious troublemakers in the neighborhood known as KEEL.
9. My Hero Academia Final Season
All anime in 2025 are either fresh titles making their debut or highly anticipated sequels to popular series—except for a few that will bid farewell to their fans this year. My Hero Academia is one such series, as it will conclude its journey in 2025 with the final season of its TV adaptation.
Set to premiere in the fall, the eighth season of My Hero Academia will bring the curtain down on the explosive final battle between UA and the forces of evil. With top-ranked heroes falling one after another, it all comes down to Deku to end this destructive war and restore peace to the future world of Quirks.
8. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
One of the biggest hits of 2024, Kaiju No. 8 is gearing up for another exciting run amidst the crowded lineup of anime in 2025. The story of Kafka Hibino continues as he struggles to balance his dual life as both a monster hunter and a kaiju.
Season 1 ended on a tense cliffhanger, with Kafka’s secret identity as a kaiju revealed and his new JAKDF allies grappling with the dilemma of what to do with a monster-soldier like him. Kafka’s fate will be decided this July—don’t miss it!
7. One-Punch Man Season 3
The highly anticipated One-Punch Man Season 3 is set to make its return in 2025. Fans can once again look forward to the perfect fusion of intense action and side-splitting comedy as the series graces screens after a five-year hiatus.
While the official release date hasn’t been announced yet, based on production updates and the release patterns of previous installments, it’s likely to premiere around Fall 2025. This gives viewers plenty of time to catch up on the first two seasons if they haven’t already!
6. Dandadan Season 2
Dandadan brought a refreshing mix of humor and suspense in 2024, leaving fans both laughing and on the edge of their seats. The first season delivered plenty of memorable moments, including the viral opening theme Otonoke by Japanese hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts.
Good news for fans—the anime won’t take long to return to the screen, as the second season will begin airing in July 2025. With the romantic tension between Okarun and Momo escalating and the recent introduction of Jiji, it’ll be exciting to see what twists and turns the new season has in store!
5. Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc
Arguably the most anticipated anime in 2025 is Chainsaw Man’s film sequel by Studio MAPPA. It has been nearly two years since the conclusion of the first anime season, and fans have been eagerly awaiting the movie’s theatrical release.
Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc will cover the Bomb Girl arc from the original manga, where Denji encounters a new romantic interest. While a tentative premiere date has yet to be announced, one thing is certain: this film is bound to be a blockbuster when it hits theaters.
4. Fire Force Season 3
2025 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for anime fans worldwide, and one major highlight is the long-awaited third season of the Fire Force anime television franchise, produced by David Production, set to premiere its first part in April.
What began as a modest story of Shinra joining the fire soldiers has evolved into something much bigger, with stakes higher than ever before. The upcoming season promises to uncover what lies ahead for Company 8, and it wouldn’t be surprising if Fire Force Season 3 ends up being the best anime in 2025.
3. Sakamoto Days
Based on Yuto Suzuki’s modern shonen manga, Sakamoto Days is an action-comedy series set to premiere on January 11 on Netflix. It’s one of the most exciting upcoming new anime in 2025, starring Taro Sakamoto who used to be an elite hitman.
Now living a quiet life as a humble convenience store owner, Sakamoto finds that the world of hitmen hasn’t left him behind. Barred from killing, he must rely on his wits and creativity to subdue enemies and protect his family, his store, and the peaceful town he resides in.
2. Solo Leveling Season 2
The most viewed manhwa title in the world and the most anticipated sequel in the winter 2025 anime lineup, Solo Leveling is set to dominate the upcoming season with its high-octane drama, fast-paced action sequences, and captivating soundtrack.
Sung Jinwoo is back in action, facing off against ice elves, infiltrating the demon castle, and confronting one of his first major threats in Jeju Island. Crunchyroll will begin streaming the anime on January 4, so make sure to catch up before then.
1. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Movie
Infinity Castle’s thrilling battle between the Hashiras and Muzan’s platoon is set to hit theatres in 2025. The series is set to make waves on the big screen once again, as the upcoming film trilogy paves the way for the final showdown of the anime.
As the hype surrounding the film trilogy continues to grow, Crunchyroll and Aniplex are actively promoting the movie, suggesting that it will be a historic anime in 2025, not just at the Japanese box office, but globally as well.
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