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Spring 2025 might not have aired the biggest hits of the year, but it did have a good selection of anime. From pure comical anime to those that hunger for action and adventure, the season had a good mix of debuts. Of course, some made a comeback with their second seasons, but some of the new debuts stood out as well.

With a good mix of mystery, comedy, action, romance, slice-of-life, and more, Spring 2025 was off to a great start. Now that it is finally coming to its end, it’s high time to summarize the best of the lot that stole the spotlight and deservedly so.

Moonrise Moonrise featured a cosmic conflict | Credits: Wit Release DateEnding DateNumber of EpisodesStreamingApril 10, 2025April 10, 202518Netflix

Moonrise focuses on a cosmic conflict between residents of the Earth and the now-colonized Moon. The protagonist, Jack, is a scout in Earth’s army and swears to seek...

Billy Howle is set to take the lead in “Turret,” new new WWII survival drama from “Arctic” producer Noah C. Haeussner and “Senna” producer Causeway Pictures. Also attached in a supporting role is Sawyer Spielberg.

Moonrise has boarded global sales and will be introducing the project in Cannes.

“Turret” — described as a “visceral, high-intensity” film with “strong thriller elements” — follows Paul Campbell, a devoted family man and B-17 turret gunner thrust into the perilous skies over WWII Europe. But the danger doesn’t end in the air—his survival sets off a chain of events that ripple far beyond the battlefield.

The film is co-written and will be co-directed by Tim Bellen and Chris Haifley. Bellen, a cinematographer turned director, is known for his evocative visual style, while Haifley is best known for “Ronnie” starring Adam Scott, a Slamdance Grand Jury Prize nominee.

Also attached are Ted Lehane as co-producer...

It is safe to say anime’s not just for basement dwellers anymore, as almost everyone is now watching it. With those stories, art, and emotions, it’s even transcended the term “geekdom,” and people of all ages are getting into anime.

And apparently, no one’s felt this shifting wave of interest in anime more than MyAnimeList (Mal), arguably the go-to place for keeping tabs on your favorite shows. And their user numbers?

They have “skyrocketed” since 2020, according to some recent revelations from their CEO, Atsushi Mizoguchi. And the reason? Those streaming giants like Netflix, which are telling you that anime is no longer a nerd hobby, but it’s a worldwide obsession now.

Streaming platforms are drawing in waves of new anime fans

The year is 2020, the same year we all got stuck at home scrolling through news and binge-watching shows to kill the boredom. And guess what?...

As the world was busy celebrating and streaming Devil May Cry on Netflix, anime fanatics missed the quiet premiere of a potential scene-stealer. The series in question is Moonrise, an original net animation (Ona) that Studio Wit helmed. The series was poised to be the next big anime hit, but alas, only a handful of anime fans came to know about it.

Netflix is being held responsible for Moonrise’s state. With Netflix quickly on its way to becoming an anime-streaming giant, people had hope that it would do justice to Moonrise. But alas, Moonrise did not receive any such treatment. Netflix is also being accused of minimal promotion for Moonrise.

Moonrise was supposed to be an apt rival for Devil May Cry

Netflix released Devil May Cry animated series on April 3, and Moonrise just a week later on April 10. Yet, while everyone is busy streaming Dmc, Moonrise‘s launch was barely known to anyone.

Masashi Koizuka, the co-director of the second and third seasons of Attack on Titan, has revealed a unique approach taken during the production of his latest anime, Moonrise.

In a recent interview with Mantan Web, Koizuka shared that the voice actors for the Netflix-exclusive series were deliberately kept unaware of their characters’ future.

They were only given scripts for the episodes they were recording, leaving them just as uncertain about their characters’ fates as the audience.

This method, while unconventional, allowed the actors to perform with raw intensity, embodying the same unpredictability that their characters experienced in the anime.

“Recording went sequentially from Episode 1, and the cast only understood the story as they received their scripts. They didn’t know what came next, and we didn’t tell them. They had to perform with the same uncertainty as their characters—unsure if they would live or die.“

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Attack on Titan director Masashi Koizuka has opened up about leaving actors completely in the dark in the new Nextflix anime series Moonrise.

Speaking to Mantan Web, Masashi Koizuka, who wrote and directed Moonrise after previously co-directing the second and third seasons of Attack on Titan, discussed how the new Netflix series developed tension between and even within its core cast of characters -- namely, by not telling the voice actors who would live or die throughout the series up until their respective final moments. "We recorded in order starting from the first episode, but the actors only understood the story when they were given the script," Koizuka explained.

Moonrise Anime Cast 'Didn't Know What Would Happen Next' With Their Characters Image via Wit Studio

"They didn't know what would happen next, and we didn't tell them either," Koizuka continued. "As the characters were thrown onto the battlefield, they worked under tension,...

Initially released in April 2020, the hit reincarnation drama manga Oshi no Ko has cultivated a significant Western following. Noting this, Yen Press has included a new Oshi no Ko-themed release in its manga and light novel slate for 2025.

As detailed on X (formerly Twitter), Yen Press has now licensed the Oshi no Ko "Coloring x Idol" Activity Book. The company included a brief description of the title in its announcement post: "...The first official coloring book for Oshi no Ko! Containing carefully selected illustrations by series artist, Mengo Yokoyari, this is a fun-filled experience for fans young and old." The upcoming title was initially unveiled at the Sakura-Con anime convention, alongside 10 other new manga and light novel acquisitions, including Yankee & Carameliser, Divine Incursion, The Maid Is a Vampire, Magical Midlifer and D.N.Angel: New Edition.

Oshi no Ko's First Official Coloring Book Is Coming to the U.

When you stream a show on your platform, you promote it so that it receives the necessary viewership. Netflix, however, seems to disagree with this in the case of Wit Studio’s Moonrise. Despite being a great anime with several masterminds working on it, it failed to receive the necessary promotion from Netflix.

The anime’s director, Masashi Koizuka-san, and producer, Kawamura-san, have spoken about the lack of promotion for the anime, calling it discouraging and surprising. They stated that the studio has put a lot of work into animating the show, and it deserves a proper promotion.

Jacob Shadow from Moonrise | Credits: Wit Studio

The efforts of the team towards the show’s promotions and the spectacular animation in particular have gotten the attention of the audience, who are praising the show for its quality and trashing on Netflix for being a bad sport.

Moonrise’s potential shines despite...

Netflix’s recently released space opera anime, Moonrise, is ambitious in scope and scale, and even though it didn’t fully utilize its potential, the eighteen-episode first season of the series definitely left a mark on its viewers. Moonrise chronicles the war of independence of the lunar civilization under the leadership of Phil Ash and his Moon Chains as they battle against Earth’s Joint Army and the specialized VC3 unit. As the secrets of the long-standing conspiracy relating to the interrelation between two civilizations unravel, the heinous machinations of the supreme controller AI, Sapientia, turns out to have acted as the apple of discord. Now, even though it seems that Moonrise has come to a satisfying end in the aftermath of the events of the first season, there remain plenty of plot points that can be used to make a second season of the series, if the makers consider doing so,...

Moonrise, the new Netflix anime series, is a masterclass on how to overcomplicate things just to spoil a plot that had so much potential and gravitas. I do not want to hurt the anime fans, but in my opinion, the narrative would have felt much more impactful if it hadn’t been stuffed with so many characters and subplots, a lot of which didn’t have any real purpose in the larger scheme of things. Before going ahead, I would like to state here that there were aspects of the story that I also couldn’t understand fully. So please bear with me if I falter or go wrong at any place. With that in mind, allow me to try and understand the storyline and find out what was really happening on the Earth and the Moon.

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What were Seed and Moon Chains?

Firstly, let’s try to...

Fans of old-school 80s and 90s anime definitely have some iconic space-opera titles in their all-time favorite list, reasonably so given how series like Legend of Galactic Heroes, Space Pirate Captain Harlock, and Super Dimension Fortress Macross revolutionized the medium itself. Netflix’s latest release, Moonrise, an anime adaptation of Tow Ubukata’s novel of the same name, had everything it should have taken to respect the legacy of the classics of a bygone era. With an ensemble of unique characters designed by the legendary Hiromu Arakawa of Fullmetal Alchemist fame, Wit Studio bringing their A-game in animating some of the most breathtaking sci-fi battle sequences, handling of topical issues like the aggressive, expansive control of artificial intelligence, neocolonialism, and societal disparity, and a sweeping, memorable score fitting for the space opera genre, the anime was definitely gearing up for something special. Unfortunately, after all is said and done, there...

Released this month, Moonrise, an adventure sci-fi anime, has been one of those hidden gems, sparking mixed reactions among fans. There is no denying that the animation is beautiful; the action scenes are like fireworks or something that pull you in. With such dazzling animation featuring some compelling characters, this anime has the potential to be the next big thing.

But here’s the issue- for all of that, it feels and looks kind of buried. What’s stopping Moonrise from eliciting more hype? Yeah, part of the popularity issue to consider is that Netflix didn’t promote Moonrise very well. But there’s more to the story than poor promotion.

Jacob Shadows (Jack) in Moonrise anime | Credits: Studio Wit

From some questionable storytelling choices to the sheer amount of anime dropping at the same time, there are some reasons why this hidden gem of an anime isn’t shining as brightly as it should.

When Moonrise was originally announced back in 2018, anime fans were hyped. Not only because Wit Studio was involved, but because Hiromu Arakawa, the genius behind Fullmetal Alchemist, was handling the character designs.

That in itself made it seem like we were in for something big. Like, possibly the next big anime classic? Fast forward to 2025 and Moonrise finally drops on Netflix. And well it just sort of shows up without fanfare, without a lot of hype. And when you finally settle in to watch it, the show is cool, yeah, but something’s off.

Jacob ‘Jack’ Shadow from the anime Moonrise. | Credit: Wit Studio

It doesn’t land like Fullmetal Alchemist did. And weirdly enough, even Arakawa’s trademark style doesn’t pop the way it usually does. Let’s analyze what went wrong, and why Moonrise, with all the star power, just doesn’t rise as high as we hoped.

It always hurts me when an animated project turns out to be bad, not on a technical level, but on a storytelling level. If the designs for the world-building, the characters, the backgrounds, the foregrounds, the action sequences, the expressions on the faces of the characters, and everything else that you are seeing visually are awful, it’s really easy to say that I didn’t like looking at it. I can appreciate the ambition and whatnot, but I don’t have to split hairs over why it didn’t work for me. Things are different when I love everything that I am looking at, but I don’t feel any emotions. Then it’s the fault of either the characters’ motivations, the lack of emotional stakes, or just the needless overcomplication of a narrative that isn’t as complex as the writers think it is. Recently, it has happened with Kung Fu Panda 4,...

Moonrise’s ending was about saving Mary from the clutches of the L-Zone and also bringing an end to the AI program known as Sapientia. How did things come to this point? What was the point of the whole war between humans on Earth and the people on the Moon? Why the hell was this show so needlessly complicated? I am sure these are the questions circling in your mind if you have endured the 18-episode slog while giving the show your full attention. Well, I think I should assure you that you’re not alone in your state of confusion, because despite earnestly watching all the episodes, I am feeling quite lost. It’s quite difficult to keep track of every single character, every single subplot, and every single plot twist, especially with all the non-linear storytelling. So, I am going to try my best and break it down not just for you,...

There’s something seriously frustrating happening right now with Netflix and the anime community. And no, it’s not bad subtitles or those cringe-worthy dubs (though they’re always an issue). This is so much deeper. We’re seeing Netflix totally nail the art of how Not to market an anime. That anime? It’s called Moonrise.

Unless you’re really into tracking down anime news or watching Wit Studio’s YouTube channel like a hawk, you likely had no idea. It’s a little crazy, ’cause this isn’t some throwaway project. This is a massive sci-fi space opera from Wit Studio, the same geniuses who brought us Attack on Titan, Vinland Saga, and more recently helped spark that One Piece remake hype.

A scene from the anime Moonrise. | Credit: Wit Studios

And yet Netflix is just letting it drop into the void with no fanfare at all like...

"Moonrise" is the new anime TV series, directed by Masashi Koizuka, from a screenplay by Tou Ubukata, streaming Season 2, April 10, 2025 on Netflix:

“...'mMoonrise' is set in a futuristic world where humans inhabit both the Earth and the Moon.

“A young man from Earth enlists in the army to attack rebels on the Moon, only to find that his former best friend has become his enemy..

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Moonrise has all the makings of a modern sci-fi anime classic, with a brilliant aesthetic, exciting premise, and impressive visuals. Moonrise is not a project that was taken up by a subpar animation studio; it is being backed by none other than Wit Studio with series like Attack on Titan and Spy X Family under its belt.

The story was written by Tow Ubukata, of Psycho-Pass fame, and designed by Fullmetal Alchemist’s Hiromu Arakawa; it’s a carefully crafted project that took years to develop. It is not to be underestimated at all and might end up becoming a classic sci-fi anime with proper execution.

Jacob Shadows (Jack) in Moonrise anime | Credits: Studio Wit

The setting for this series is extremely bold and unique; it is a future with humanity divided between Earth and the Moon, with class warfare and an advanced technological society. There are realistic but distorted versions of AI control,...

After the recent success of Netflix’s Devil May Cry, the streaming platform has another big anime series lined up in the form of Studio Wit’s Moonrise. The series follows a unique storyline written by Tow Ubukata, who is majorly known for his projects like Ghost in the Shell: Arise and Psycho-Pass. Not only that, but the project also involves Hiromu Arakawa, the creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, as the character designer.

This means that Moonrise has a great team backing up the project, but still there are rumors of the series not being able to become a commercial success. These rumors are the result of Netflix’s inability to promote the series and elevate its name within the industry. This could majorly affect the overall reception of Moonrise which has been in production since 2022.

Moonrise Anime Series by Netflix | Credit: Wit Studios

However, this is not the first time...

Wit Studio’s new original anime Moonrise is finally coming out on April 10, 2025, and on paper, it’s a total banger. We’re talking about a high-stakes sci-fi war drama set on the Moon, directed by Attack on Titan‘s Masashi Koizuka, character designs by Fullmetal Alchemist legend Hiromu Arakawa, and the mind behind Psycho-Pass and Fafner, Tou Ubukata, writing the script.

It’s got political tension. It’s got ethical dilemmas. It’s got a revenge plot. It’s even got the Moon. What can possibly go wrong? Well, everything, if you’re Netflix. Despite being one of the most promising anime originals in recent memory, fans are already throwing shade at Moonrise‘s release plan.

Jacob ‘Jack’ Shadow from the anime Moonrise. | Credit: Wit Studios

And they’re not even wrong. Because even with all the talent that went into it, Moonrise is getting the dreaded Netflix binge-drop treatment,...

In the last few years, the popular streaming platform, Netflix, has taken great interest in anime series and movies, which has become the mainstream trend all over the world. From buying the streaming rights of the biggest anime projects to producing live-action adaptations of anime stories, Netflix seems to be quite eager to follow the trend.

Moonrise Anime Series | Credit: Wit Studios

However, it looks like this move of the streaming platform might have backfired in a big way. This was witnessed recently when the producer of Wit Studios’ Moonrise, Ryoma Kawamura, had to beg Netflix to promote his show. Moonrise is one of the biggest anime projects of 2025 that nobody has heard of because the story got no promotion.

There is a possibility that Netflix might have a lot on its plate because the streaming platform has been busy prioritising its other anime projects. The greatest and most recent...

Wit Studio producer Ryoma Kawamura -- especially well-known for his work producing Attack on Titan Season 3 -- has asked Netflix to do more to promote the anime studio's upcoming anime series on the platform, Moonrise.

As seen in a recent X (formerly Twitter) post on his official account, Kawamura wrote, "Please do your best to promote it. I can't do it on my own. Seriously please!!" he added. "It's still buried deep. Red N Company!! It's time to show the world your power!"

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Ryoma Kawamura, an anime producer at Wit Studio, has called out the lack of promotional efforts by streaming giant Netflix for the studio’s upcoming original anime Moonrise.

In a recent post on X, Kawamura addressed the issue without naming anyone explicitly, noting that the anime was still buried and urged them to increase visibility for the project.

Fans online quickly deduced the “Red ‘N’ company” reference pointed to the streaming giant Netflix, the platform set to distribute Moonrise.

“Please, I’m begging you—promote it properly! I can’t do this alone! Seriously, I’m asking you!! It’s still completely buried. Red ‘N’ company!! It’s time to show your power to the world!” he wrote.

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ワシの力だけでは無理なんやー

まじでお願いします！！

まだ、埋もれまくってます。

赤いN社！！

その力を世界に見せつける時がきたぞー！

— 河村崚磨 (@rv8DqHqXA1zaCzs) March 11, 2025

Moonrise, an 18-episode original science-fiction anime was first announced in 2018. It was in active production since at least 2022.

However, it...

Last year at Anime NYC, Kodansha announced several new releases that would be translated and brought to the U.S. Now, one of the most anticipated among them finally has an official international release date, having already been available in Japan since May 2024.

The massive complete collector's box set for Attack on Titan Fly is finally available for pre-order in the U.S. through major retailers such as Amazon. The set, which was sold in Japan in limited quantities, includes several additions for collectors alongside the final 216-page Attack on Titan art book. Fans can expect a full-sized replica set of the manuscript pages of the last chapter of Attack on Titan, as well as the exclusive Volume 35 of the manga, which features a special chapter focused on Levi's childhood. In addition, the box set features a replica of the padlock and key that hid the secrets within the basement of Eren's family home,...

While Netflix was already dominating the global streaming landscape, with its latest foray into anime, it might just become the only go-to streaming platform for any viewer. With so many live-action series (Western & Eastern) already under its belt, Netflix has been quietly building its anime arsenal, and the tide is now turning in its favor.

The question on everyone’s mind is: Can Netflix conquer the global anime streaming market while we have others like Crunchyroll and Toonami? Surprisingly, the odds seem to be in its favor because of all the Netflix-exclusive content it has.

Okarun from Dandadan [Credits: Science Saru]

Furthermore, shows like Dandadan are keeping Netflix’s ambitious plans alive. With the way it also dipped its hands into the anime creation landscape, the possibility of it becoming the go-to destination for otakus all over is becoming almost inevitable.

Netflix is putting it all to conquer the entire anime...

Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi anime Moonrise is an exciting event for all anime lovers. The series is based on a sci-fi book that promises an intense, emotional story set against the backdrop of a divided Earth and Moon.

If it sounds intriguing already, you might want to mark your calendars because the series will be available to stream very soon. The premiere is set for April 10, 2025, and the fans are eager to see how the series’ stellar cast, with a lot of experience from popular shows, will bring the characters to life.

Jacob Shadows (Jack) in Moonrise anime | Credits: Studio Wit

Moonrise is a tale that not only brings out the best because of its narrative and settings but also because it is extremely character-driven. The cast is the driving force behind the development of each character.

A stellar cast that will captivate the fans

Chiaki Kobayashi voices the protagonist,...

Have you been missing space adventures in anime? Or maybe a good sci-fi story with well-written characters? If your answer is yes to any of those questions, then you might want to put Netflix’s Moonrise anime on your watchlist. From the Spring anime roster, Moonrise seems to be the perfect pick for Sci-fi fans.

It is a story of revenge set up in a world that’s ruled by technology and AI. A war between the Moon and Earth costs Jacob ‘Jack’ Shadow his family, pushing him to become a part of the conflict that causes him great misery. And, the suffering doesn’t seem to end as he encounters familiar faces on the other side.

Jacob Shadows (Jack) in Moonrise anime | Credits: Studio Wit

The anime was first announced in 2022 and is finally gearing up for its April 10 release. Right before its release, a new trailer was dropped that adds to the intrigue.

Netflix has unveiled the lineup of new TV shows and movies that will arrive on the platform in April 2025.

Among the highlights will be the April 10th premiere of Black Mirror’s seventh season, named by Consequence as one of the most anticipated TV shows of 2025. Other notable titles classic films like The Breakfast Club, Psycho, Field of Dreams, Heat, and Rudy; new episodes of My Next Guest Needs No Introduction With David Letterman; and documentaries like Bad Influence: The Dark Side of Kidfluencing and Carlos Alcaraz: My Way;

Find what other movies and shows are streaming on Netflix beginning in April 2025 below.

Titles Coming To Netflix In March:

*This list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change

April 1

The Age of Innocence

Big Daddy

Bonnie & Clyde

The Breakfast Club

Conan the Destroyer

Couples Retreat

The Croods

Draft Day

Field of Dreams

For Love of the Game...

Netflix’s Moonrise anime is ready to leave its mark on fans this upcoming Spring. First announced in 2018, the official trailer for the anime has been released right before its April 10 premiere.

The anime is based on a novel written by Tow Ubukata and directed by Masashi Koizuka. The creator of Fullmetal Alchemist, Hiromu Arakawa, is handling the character designs.

Bob Stylum in Moonrise | Credits: Netflix

Ryo Kawasaki is in charge of the musical score with Studio Wit as the animation studio. The team behind the anime is stacked with experts and the trailer looks stunning. Beyond the spectacular visuals, the trailer has hidden details that are easy to miss. So here’s a list of them!

Moonrise trailer breakdown: The lore is hidden in glimpses

Before we put on our detective glasses, Moonrise is the story of Jacob Shadow, whose family has been supposedly killed by the rebels from the Moon.

You may have studios like Ufotable, Mappa, or Toei Animation reigning at the top of the charts for making the most popular anime with insane animation and all. But how can one forget Wit Studio, which single-handedly brought Isayama’s Attack on Titan to life, and impressively, it was their first anime after the studio’s foundation!

Ever since then, Wit Studio has never disappointed fans with their classy adaptations; even their original anime series choices have been exceptionally impressive. However, beating their Attack on Titan legacy seemed impossible for a very long time until now. With the release of Netflix’s Moonrise trailer, however, things are looking really interesting!

Jacob “Jack” Shadow from Moonrise | Credits: Wit Studio

So, how much can we expect from Wit Studio’s team this time? What are the odds that Moonrise may actually be their most ambitious project since Attack on Titan and might...

After serving hits like Attack on Titan, Spy x Family, Vinland Saga, and Ranking of the Kings, Wit Studio is back with another series, Moonrise. This time, the anime will take us to witness a sci-fi journey.

Moonrise is an original net animation (Ona) that will premiere on Netflix and is based on a novel by Tou Ubukata. Ubukata is also the original creator of the Mardock Scramble anime films and has done series composition and script writing for Psycho-Pass (seasons 2-3) and Ghost in the Shell: Arise.

Wit Studio is animating Ona, Moonrise | Credits: Wit Studio

While the animation of the series looks awesome at first glance, fans have a peculiar issue with the series, one that could have never been foreseen.

Wit Studio’s Moonrise anime amuses fans with its villain Moonrise is a space-adventure anime | Credits: Wit Studio

Moonrise portrays a cosmic conflict between Earth and the Moon.

Wit Studio -- best known for animating Attack on Titan Seasons 1-3 and co-animating Spy x Family -- might have just found its next big hit inan upcoming Netflix anime series. The powerhouse production company's adaptation of Gosho Aoyama's late-'80s manga, titled Yaiba: Samurai Legend, has been officially announced for an April streaming arrival on the platform.

Viewers across the United States, Canada, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand will soon be able to take in the newest take on the cult classic, as Netflix and Hulu have secured distribution rights for Yaiba: Samurai Legend. Hulu will only stream the series in select areas, but both platforms will receive episodes on the first day following their airing on Japan's Nippon TV.

Wit Studio Brings a '90s-Era Jungle Warrior Anime to Global Streaming

Yaiba: Samurai Legend packs an impressive track record. It's the second time Aoyama's source material...

Moonrise, based on the fantasy sci-fi novel by Tow Ubukata, is a new Netflix anime exclusive produced by Wit Studio. It's clear that both, Netflix and Wit Studio, are holding nothing back as this anime series has been three years in the making. The trailer alone promises an ambitious blend of grounded sci-fi elements, an emotional story with rich characters, and a ton of political tension and fascinating action. While the anime series feels quite ambitious and original, there are a lot of elements within its DNA that can be traced back through the medium's canon.

The story is set in a not-too-distant future, when humanity has established a loosely organized world government and handed the reins over to an AI network called Sapientia. The AI hands out rational decisions and the people of Earth comply. There's more boiling under the surface, however, as the boiling tension between the Moon...

Moonrise is coming soon!

Netflix just unveiled a new trailer and key art at this year’s AnimeJapan, ahead of the premiere on April 10, 2025.

The event also revealed additional voice talent, including AiNA The End as Mary, Misaki Yamada as Rhys Rochelle, Katsunori Okai as Georg Landry, Yu Kobayashi as Eric Baker, Kosuke Takaguchi as Osma, Arisa Kori as Inanna Zinger, Yuka Terasaki as Zowan, Satoshi Yamaguchi as Duan, Masaki Aizawa as Bob Skylum, Takehito Koyasu as Wise Crowne, Mie Sonozaki as Doctor Salamandra, Arisa Sekine as Windy Sylph, and Shin Aomori as Novice Harbinger.

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Here’s the official logline: “What happens when Earth’s peaceful existence clashes with the Moon’s fight for independence? Premiering on April 10, Moonrise unfolds on a grand scale, adapting the novel by Tou Ubukata (author of “Tenchi Meisatsu” and series composition/scriptwriter for Fafner in the Azure and Psycho-Pass) to explore this question.

Fans of the hit shonen anime and manga franchise Fire Force are having an excellent year so far, with a long string of good news announcements that don't seem to be slowing down. Following the debut announcement of the streaming release date for Season 3, Fire Force fans were also treated to an announcement regarding availability, with Hulu picking up the series in addition to Crunchyroll.

Less than a week after this announcement, Netflix has announced that it will also be streaming the third season of Fire Force, giving fans several different services to watch on. The announcement arrived via the official Netflix Anime X (formerly Twitter) account, with a post showing a highlight reel of several notable 2025 anime releases that will be available for streaming on the platform. Many of the series listed in the post are well-known quantities for Netflix already, such as the fantasy series My Happy Marriage,...

Fans of epic science fiction action look to be in for a treat with Netflix's upcoming anime Moonrise. We've gotten our first real glimpse at the series in its recently released trailer, and alongside general visual splendor, it shows off some of our favorite sci-fi trappings, like hulking space vessels, futuristic weaponry, and flashy combat. This all comes together to tell the story of a battle for Earth's moon.

The series' official description provided by Netflix gives us some info about this conflict and Moonrise's hero, reading:

"In a not-too-distant future, humanity has established a loosely organized world government with everything managed by an international AI network called Sapientia. People live peaceful lives by loyally obeying its rational decisions. However, Sapientia’s lunar development project, which sends criminals and pollutants to the Moon to maintain Earth’s peace, creates disparity and poverty on the Moon, sparking a catalyst for war.

From Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus and Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt to My Hero Academia: Vigilantes , One Piece , Chainsaw Man and beyond, AnimeJapan 2025 was stacked with news items over the weekend. If you missed something, or if you just want to revisit some of the big trailers and reveals, we’ve got you covered with a full recap of the event! Check out everything that went down at AnimeJapan 2025: New Adaptations and Continuations We got further confirmation of some big shows and films this year, including the next step for the Tokyo Revengers anime and a date for Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc ! Here are some of the continuations on the horizon. Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans Anime Confirmed with Teaser Visual My Hero Academia Final Season Anime Premieres in October 2025, Will Stream on Crunchyroll I Got a Cheat Skill in Another...

Next month, a major fan-favorite anime title is leaving Netflix's anime library. Isekai fans only have a little while longer to enjoy Season 1 of KonoSuba: God's Blessings on This Wonderful World via the world's largest streaming platform.

According to What's On Netflix, Konosuba Season 1 will be removed from Netflix's anime catalog on April 15, 2025. Initially released in 2016, the popular isekai series has been available on the site since November 2019. KonoSuba is one of two extremely prominent anime titles slated to leave Netflix next month, the other being the classic '90s supernatural action series Yu Yu Hakusho. The latter anime, which was added to the platform in 2023, will remain available to stream until April 1.

Isekai Anime KonoSuba Bids Farewell to Netflix With Season 1 Departure Image via Studio Deen

Studio Deen (Fate/Stay Night) adapted Konosuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World from the original light novel series by Natsume Akatsuki (story...

Ahead of an April 10 release date, Netflix's AnimeJapan 2025 stage event today released a brand-new trailer and key art for original sci-fi anime Moonrise , along with thirteen additional cast members. Chiaki Kobayashi (Gabimaru in Hell's Paradise ) stars as protagonist Jack and Yuto Uemura (Atsushi in Bungo Stray Dogs ) stars as Phil Ashe, Jack's childhood friend. Moonrise Anime Trailer Moonrise Anime Key Art The newly announced cast members include : Mary voiced by AiNA The End Rhys Rochelle voiced by Misaki Yamada Georg Landry voiced by Katsunori Okai Eric Baker voiced by Yu Kobayashi Osma voiced by Kosuke Takaguchi Inanna Zinger voiced by Arisa Kori Zowan voiced by Yuka Terasaki Duan voiced by Satoshi Yamaguchi Bob Skylum voiced by Masaki Aizawa Wise Crowne voiced by Takehito Koyasu Doctor Salamandra voiced by Mie Sonozaki Windy Sylph voiced by Arisa Sekine Novice Harbinger voiced by Shin Aomori Related: Wit Studio's Moonrise Anime Reveals Cast,...

s we step into April 2025, get ready for an exciting lineup of new movies, binge-worthy series, and even games heading to your screen. Whether you’re craving high-octane action, heartfelt drama, or thrilling new originals, this month’s slate has something for everyone.

We’ll be updating this list throughout March and April as more titles are announced, so be sure to check back often. Plus, keep an eye out for Netflix’s official release roundup, typically dropping on the last Wednesday of the month. And don’t forget—while new favorites are arriving, some beloved titles will also be making their exit, so plan your watchlist accordingly!

Related: Netflix to Adapt Stephen King’s Classic Thriller “Cujo” into a New Film April 1st Coming to Netflix in April 2025: Alpha (2018) – A prehistoric survival adventure following a young hunter and his bond with a lone wolf. Draft Day (2014) – A sports...

With the Winter 2025 anime season drawing to a close, streaming sites across the web are preparing for a fresh wave of animated hits from Japan. Recently, Netflix announced what shows are slated to debut starting next month.

Netflix started off the year strong with a round of new and returning anime hits, including Sakamoto Days, My Happy Marriage Season 2 and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. According to What's on Netflix, Madhouse's upcoming adaptation for Capcom's Devil May Cry video game series will premiere on April 3. Moonrise, a new science-fiction series produced by Wit Studio (Spy x Family) will also become available starting April 10. Additionally, Season 1 of the hit drama series The Apothecary Diaries (2023) will launch on the site, alongside Part 2 of Pokémon Horizons: The Search for Laqua.

The Biggest New & Returning Anime of Spring 2025 on Netflix Image via Studio Mir, Netflix

Billed as a Netflix exclusive, Devil May Cry...