🌟 Upcoming Anime 2026: 15+ Most Anticipated Series and Anime Movies

Upcoming Anime Slated for 2026

Here's a curated list of confirmed anime titles set to release in 2026, spanning TV series, films, sequels, and original creations:

Highly Anticipated Sequels & Series

Oshi no Ko – Season 3

The fan-favorite idol drama returns in 2026 with a “Ruby” teaser visual unveiled.

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End – Season 2

Premieres January 2026. Continues the emotional fantasy journey of the elf mage Frieren as she explores her grief and new adventures. 

Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation – Season 3

Confirmed for 2026 during Anime Expo 2025, bringing back fans’ beloved isekai protagonist. 

Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World – Season 4

Announced to return in 2026, continuing Subaru’s journey through time and trials. 

Black Clover – Final Season

The next installment of the beloved shonen series is scheduled for release on Hulu in 2026. 

Beastars – Final Season, Part 2

The conclusion to the critically acclaimed series arrives on Netflix in 2026. 

New & Original Works

The Ghost in the Shell (2026 TV Series)

A new cyberpunk adaptation by Science Saru, directed by Moko‑chan with Toh EnJoe scripting. Set to premiere in 2026 with visuals staying true to the original manga. 

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An original anime from Kinema Citrus celebrating the studio's 15th anniversary. Directed by Takushi Koide; slated for 2026. 

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MAO

A dark fantasy mystery by Rumiko Takahashi, produced by Sunrise. Follows a Taisho-era exorcist and a modern girl who gets transported back in time. Premieres spring 2026. 

Light Novel & Manga Adaptations

An Observation Log of My Fiancée Who Calls Herself a Villainess

Romantic fantasy anime adapting the light novel; set to debut sometime in 2026. 

Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You

Adult slice-of-life romance adaptation focused on mature characters, airing in 2026. 

Tamon’s B‑Side

A romantic comedy from J.C.Staff, premiering January 2026. 

Champignon no Majo

Fantasy series about a poisonous witch; anime adaptation begins January 2026. 

Snowball Earth

Sci‑fi survival anime based on the manga, produced by Studio Kai. Scheduled for 2026. 

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Hell Mode

Isekai action series about a hardcore gamer, set to debut January 2026. 

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Anime Films & Specials

Sound! Euphonium – Final Movie (Two-Part)

Kyoto Animation’s emotional finale to the music-themed series is coming in Spring 2026. 

Various Special Projects & Films

Titles include adaptations like Mahou Shoujo Madoka☆Magica: Walpurgis no Kaiten, Tensei Shitara Slime Datta Ken – Soukai no Namida‑hen, and more according to seasonal charts.