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The Sos Brigade is back later this month with a new music video! Once again, the core cast of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya is singing, dancing and seeking out the paranormal — this time in a preview for a new crowdfunded music video. The crowdfunding campaign ran from November 2024 to January 2025, supporting a new song and music video project. Today on Tanabata (a big day for the Brigade as seen in the episode "Bamboo Leaf Rhapsody"), the fans finally get to see Haruhi and friends back in action. Check out this short version of the music video for "Invincible(ish) Happiness!": "Invincible(ish) Happiness!" Music Video Teaser Related: Haruhi Suzumiya Concert Gets Special Visual From Original Illustrator Aya Hirano (Haruhi), Minori Chihara (Yuki), Yuko Goto (Mikuru), Daisuke Ono (Itsuki) and Tomokazu Sugita (Kyon) reunite to perform the new song, set to new dance footage featuring 3D models of the characters.

We live in a world that believes live-action adaptations are necessary for every animated series. More and more adaptations are coming up, despite how impossible it is to bring them to life.

I never thought any director would try to take on making The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. into live-action, but I was very wrong. In 2017, Yuichi Fukuda took on the challenge and made a movie out of it, with Kento Yamazaki as the titular protagonist. He’s an actor known for playing manga characters in live-action, but did he do justice to Saiki?

That isn’t all. Saiki K is most prominently known for its vibrant world where people have different hair colors, and the ridiculous and chaotic comedy. Did the live-action movie nail any aspect?

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. live-action movie has a few highs, but too many lows

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One of the best superhero movies of the year is finally headed to a streaming home.Before James Gunn's Superman hits theaters this July, one of the best recent Batman movies is set to start streaming very soon and could give fans a superhero fix while they wait.

Currently, all eyes are on the arrival of Gunn's Superman, but fans also have an eye on the upcoming appointment of a new Dark Knight. However, that still seems to be some way off, so perhaps the time is just right for fans to double down on the DC action with a Japanese anime film that features The Dark Knight up against the Justice League, and has been wowing critics. Read the official plot description below:

Following his return to present-day Gotham City, Batman returns to feudal-era Japan to face off against a mysterious new threat – the Yakuza League – formed...

Warner Bros. Discovery today announced that the DC anime sequel Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League will stream exclusively on Max (soon to be called HBO Max) on Thursday, July 3.

A sequel to the globally celebrated 2018 anime film Batman Ninja, this original feature once again reimagines DC’s legendary Dark Knight through the lens of Japanese anime, blending iconic characters with bold storytelling and visually stunning animation.

Following his return to present-day Gotham City, in Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, Batman returns to feudal-era Japan to face off against a mysterious new threat – the Yakuza League – formed from the warped remnants of his greatest allies.

He arrives to find a world where the Yakuza war with each other, and brutality reigns without honor or humanity. Fans can expect high-octane action, bold visuals, and fresh twists on beloved DC heroes and villains in this wholly original tale.

Directed by Jumpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi,...

Today, May 5, is the birthday of Kyoji Narita, one of the two protagonists in the upcoming TV anime Let's Go Karaoke! To celebrate this memorial day, the anime's official website and X (formerly Twitter) have posted a special newly-drawn illustration depicting him with his bangs down. The site also offers free Sns icons and smartphone wallpaper using this illustration. Additionally, Kadokawa's official anime YouTube channel will stream a special program to celebrate Kyoji's birthday from 20:00 (Jst) / 04:00 (Pt) on May 5. The anime's two main voice cast members — Daisuke Ono (Kyoji Narita) and Shun Horie (Satomi Oka) — are scheduled to appear. Related: Let's Go Karaoke! and Captivated, by You Get TV Anime Adaptations The TV anime adaptation of Yama Wayama's Let's Go Karaoke! comedy manga series is set to premiere in Japan in July 2025, along with a TV anime adaptation of Wayama's another manga series, Captivated, by You...

The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. is one of the funniest anime series to exist, with dry and witty humor that cannot be replicated and is only rivaled by the likes of Gintama and Grand Blue. Despite how ridiculous Saiki K gets, you also become invested in the characters and the plot.

The credit goes to the voice actors who make Saiki K so brilliantly funny. From the protagonist’s deadpan delivery to Nendo’s stupidity, it’s all owed to their talent, and even the English voice actors do an amazing job. However, the second and third seasons did not receive dubs, and the replacements in Reawakened didn’t hit the mark.

While the original Japanese voice actors reprised their roles, the quality of the English dubbed version noticeably dropped. It didn’t carry the tone and humor of the Japanese version and the previous voice actors. It ruined...

After years of waiting, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 7 -- Steel Ball Run has finally announced its official anime adaptation, wowing fans with a first look at the series with an official teaser trailer and first-look key visual.

Via the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime official X (formerly Twitter), Part 7 -- Steel Ball Run revealed its first trailer and visual for the upcoming anime adaptation. No studio information was confirmed, while the release date was simply marked as "Coming Soon." Readers can check out the new JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Part 7 -- Steel Ball Run anime reveals below, including character visuals of the major characters Gyro Zeppeli and Johnny Joestar.

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Featuring "Maisie" by Cö shu Nie feat. Hyde and "Waltz" by Ryugujo", respectively, creditless versions of Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- 's opening and ending song sequences are now available to watch below. The latest arc is streaming on Crunchyroll. Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Opening Video Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Ending Video Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Releases Main Trailer Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct for the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. The original Black Butler manga by Yana Toboso began in 2006 in Square Enix's G Monthly GFantasy manga magazine, with 34 volumes released in Japan to date. An English language version is also available from Yen Press.

Ciel and Sebastian are returning for a grand mystery in Germany as Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- premieres this week! You can catch the season premiere of Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc starting April 5 at 9:00 a.m. Pt right here on Crunchyroll. Read on for everything you need to know about the premiere. Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Sub Release Date and Time: April 5 at 9:00 a.m. Pt Where will it be available: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, Cis, Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia Series synopsis: At the Queen’s behest, the 13-year-old earl Ciel Phantomhive and his loyal demon butler, Sebastian Michaelis, leave the gritty underworld of nineteenth-century England and venture to the south of Germany to investigate a series of mysterious deaths. Legend has it, those who enter the Werewolves’ Forest are destined to be cursed, but Ciel and...

Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid has been one of the most popular works in its genre for years now. This quirky reverse isekai comedy has a very devoted fandom and that is why it shouldn’t surprise us that people are still interested in the future of the franchise.

With the original manga still ongoing, there is more material to adapt. And while the anime series is on a hiatus now, we know that a tie-in film titled Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved is going to be released later this year.

A proper trailer for the movie has been released and aside from some new scenes from the movie, the trailer also revealed the ending song for the movie.

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Before we continue, here is the trailer for you to enjoy:

The ending song in question is...

There is no doubt that Shinichiro Watanebe’s upcoming Lazarus anime is one of the most anticipated Spring 2025 debuts, possibly the biggest one among the list (excluding returning shows). It’s been a while since Watanabe made an anime after scoring hits with Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, and with his track record, the fans are excited.

And while the production suffered a large hiatus, we now know that the anime is premiering on April 6, 2025 and to hype us up even more, the opening video for the anime has just been released.

Related: Shinichiro Watanabe’s ‘Lazarus’ Anime Adds 14 Cast Members

Before we continue, here is the Op video:

Kamasi Washington is performing the opening theme, “Vortex,” whose instrumental and ambient-focused nature reminds us of Watanabe’s previous work. On top of that, the series’ style is very similar to Cowboy Bebop, which is something the fans will appreciate.

The...

Ahead of an April 5 broadcast and simulcast on Crunchyroll , the Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- stage event at AnimeJapan 2025 today released a new main trailer highlighting the latest series' ending song, "Waltz" by Ryugujo, and opening song, "Maisie" by rock band Cö shu Nie . Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Main Trailer Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Reveals Ending Song Details Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct for the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. The original Black Butler manga by Yana Toboso began in 2006 in Square Enix's G Monthly GFantasy manga magazine, with 34 volumes released in Japan to date. An English language version is also available from Yen Press.

Features the voices of: Koichi Yamadera, Daisuke Ono, Akira Ishida, Kengo Kawanishi, Yuki Kaji, Romi Park, Akio Otsuka, Ayane Sakura, Rie Kugimiya, Wataru Takagi | Written by Kazuki Nakashima | Directed by Junpei Mizusaki, Shinji Takagi

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League, a sequel to the 2018 cult hit Batman Ninja, is a film that revels in its own absurdity while delivering a heartfelt tribute to both anime conventions and the DC Universe. Directed by Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi, with a screenplay by Kazuki Nakashima, this animated superhero romp picks up a day after the events of Batman Ninja, plunging Batman and his allies into a multiversal mash-up that’s equal parts thrilling, ridiculously gorgeous and surprisingly poignant. This new film doubles down on the over-the-top nonsense of the original, offering a wild ride that’s as much a love letter to Japanese culture as it is a playful riff on the superhero genre.

Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League is now available to purchase on digital platforms, but DC fans will be able to preview the highly-anticipated anime sequel without having to shell out any cash. The follow-up to 2018's Batman Ninja features the titular Dark Knight and his closest allies battling an alternate, Yakuza-themed Justice League to save Gotham City. And yes, it is as awesome as it sounds, at least according to the new action-packed footage.

As of Mar. 18, Batman Ninja Vs. Yakuza League is on digital platforms like Prime Video for purchase, while a streaming option remains unavailable. It's been several years since Batman Ninja broke canon forever and delivered a truly fresh take on the classic comic book character, but it feels like it never left. In the nearly 20-minute preview, Warner Bros. allows fans to experience both the English voice acting and the Japanese dub so that you can...

The highly anticipated anime movie Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League has just released its full preview. This new superhero film, directed by Junpei Mizusaki and Shinji Takagi, is a sequel to Batman Ninja (2018). It is produced by Warner Bros. and animated by Kamikaze Douga and YamatoWorks.

The story picks up just one day after Batman returns from the past. However, things are not the same. Japan has disappeared, and the Justice League is missing. Before Batman and his allies can figure out what happened, yakuza criminals start falling from the sky. The Bat-family must fight to protect Gotham from this dangerous new threat.

The movie features Batman and his allies battling against an alternate version of the Justice League, now known as the Yakuza League. Here are some key characters and their Japanese voice actors:

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When Ciel Phantomhive and his loyal butler, Sebastian Michaelis, head off to Weston College by order of the Queen, they uncover a disturbing truth regarding what's been happening behind the scenes on campus. However, that's really just a normal day in the world of Black Butler . After dealing with twisted circuses, zombie-infested luxury ships and chainsaw-wielding Shinigami, a strict school where you can't step on the grass is par for the course. Black Butler -Public School Arc- saw the return of the anime series after Black Butler: Book of the Atlantic premiered back in 2017. This is something that Daisuke Ono (the voice of Sebastian), Kenjiro Okada (director), and Yoshito Ito (animation producer) had in mind while tackling the dark, yet comedic, ongoings of Weston College. In our interview, the three discussed bringing the Black Butler anime back, their location research in England and what fans can look forward to with...

With just under a month to go until its grand debut, Shinichiro Watanabe's new anime Lazarus is adding more voice actors to its cast— fourteen more, to be precise. Who will they be playing? That's a surprise for later! Joining the cast of the action series are: Yuichi Nakamura (Satoru Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen ) Tomokazu Sugita (Taro Sakamoto in Sakamoto Days ) Shoya Chiba (Akihiko Nirei in Wind Breaker ) Neeko (Reborn in Reborn! ) Daisuke Ono (Sebastian Michaelis in Black Butler ) Kazuhiko Inoue (Kakashi Hatake in Naruto ) Satoshi Hino (Momonga in Overlord ) Sumire Uesaka (Lum in Urusei Yatsura 2022) Hidenori Takahashi (Konohamaru Sarutobi in Boruto: Naruto Next Generations ) Koki Uchiyama (Gen Narumi in Kaiju No. 8 ) Kensho Ono (Tetsuya Kuroko in Kuroko's Basketball ) Aoi Tada (Radical Ed in Cowboy Bebop ) Ayane Sakura (Ochaco Uraraka in My Hero Academia ) Yoshiko Sakakibara (Queen Nehelenia in Sailor Moon Sailor Stars ) Each voice actor's role...

Shinichiro Watanabe, best known as the creator of Cowboy Bebop and Samurai Champloo, has a new anime coming out next month, as Mappa is preparing for the release of Lazarus. The anime has attracted a lot of attention, as fans of Watanabe’s work are looking forward to seeing this new story.

As we have reported earlier, the series will premiere on Adult Swim’s Toonami programming block on April 5 at 12:00 a.m. Edt, and will be available on Max the next day. In Japan, the series will premiere on TV Tokyo and its affiliates on April 6 at 11:45 p.m. and will also stream on various platforms.

But, while the premiere date is getting closer, Mappa is providing us with additional information, as 14 new cast members for the upcoming series have been revealed. Their roles are, as of the time of writing, unknown, but we have the full list of names for you.

Following a stint uncovering a mystery at Weston College, it’s time for the Black Butler TV anime to head into the "cursed" woods this April for the Emerald Witch Arc . Today, the second teaser trailer for the next arc and a new visual showing Ciel and Sebastian with the titular witch were released, with the trailer announcing an April 5 premiere. Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Second Teaser Trailer and Visual Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Reveals Ending Song Details Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono will also reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. The original Black Butler manga by Yana Toboso began in 2006 in Square Enix...

The official website for the Black Butler anime series today confirmed that boy group Ryugujo will make their anime debut with "Waltz" for the ending song of Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- , which is scheduled to premiere in April 2025 . It was revealed in January that two-member rock band Cö shu Nie , best known for performing Tokyo Ghoul:re 's first opening song, will perform "Maisie" for the opening song. Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Reveals Opening Song Details Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. Crunchyroll streams the full series to date, and will stream the upcoming -Emerald Witch Arc- when it premieres in the spring.

Batmanis headed back to the small screen for a new animated feature film set to be released this coming May.

Warner Bros. Entertainment shared the main trailer for Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League to the studio's official YouTube channel on Feb. 18, 2025. The trailer brings audiences back to the slick, gritty world of Batman Ninja for a brand-new adventure that reimagines nearly every member of DC Comics' iconic Justice League.

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Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Gets New Trailer Reveal Ahead of March Release Date

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League is the hotly-anticipated sequel to 2018's original Batman Ninja. The first film introduced audiences to a fresh yet familiar take on the Batman mythos,...

Dandadan mesmerized an evergrowing fan base with its singular, irreverent charm. For many fans, the series' balance of horror, comedy, and fantasy was a refreshing update to more traditional shōnen tropes and introduced an eclectic ensemble cast many fans found enrapturing. In a crew where everyone is endowed with strange abilities, each character plays an equally important role in keeping the world from falling to supernatural threats. While it's debatable who is most integral for the overall safety of the universe, fans would agree that few characters have been more integral than Ken Takakura or, as series protagonist Momo Ayame demands he is called, “Okarun."

Okarun is introduced as a timid young man with no space to express himself. hat changes when he's saved from a bully by the indomitable Momo Ayase. Though their initial interaction was tense, with the two arguing whether aliens or yokai existed, they became fast...

The official website for the Black Butler anime series today confirmed that two-member rock band Cö shu Nie , best known for performing Tokyo Ghoul:re 's first opening song, will perform the opening song for Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- , which is scheduled to premiere in April 2025 . The song, titled "Maisie", is written by Hyde, Miku Nakamura and hico and will feature Hyde ( Attack on Titan Season 3 opening theme) himself. Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Reveals Teaser Visual, April 2025 Release Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. Crunchyroll streams the full series to date, and will stream the upcoming -Emerald Witch Arc- when it premieres in the spring.

David Productions' popular JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime adaptation comes to life in a new Stardust Crusaders bag collection available for international preorder this month.

Via PR Times, fashion company Samantha Thavasa's SamanthaVega brand revealed its new collaboration with JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders, set to be released online on Jan. 30. Reservations for the bags open from Jan. 22; items include bags, wallets and charms inspired by eight characters, including Jotaro Kujo, Star Platinum, Noriaki Kakyoin, Jean Pierre Polnareff, Joseph Joestar, Mohammed Avdol, Iggy and Dio. The 21-item collection will first be available in pop-up stores in Japan. Readers can check out images of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders bag collection below.

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Who ends up who is perhaps the most important question anime fans ask, possibly only second to "who would win?’ The romance genre is one of the most loved, and even though when the show is not exclusively romantic, fans are always interested in the dynamics between different characters. Sometimes, the audience is treated to obvious couple formations between the protagonists, but fans have limitless imaginations when it comes to shipping.

It just so happens that some anime couples don’t get their due share in the limelight because they haven’t been exclusively written into the storyline in that manner. However, usually, when the chemistry between some characters is off the charts or unexpected, it forces the viewers to make sense of that relationship. Whether they are canon or not, the audience has more than a few surprising anime ships that work far better than the original pair.

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Anyone who’s watched a lot of action anime will know that they’re often nothing without their villains. As the driving force of a plot more often than not, the villains are typically the characters who get the most screen time and development after the heroes, and that leads to them being just as fun to watch as the heroes, if not more.

More than their likability, of course, what often sells a great anime villain is their power. A good villain will always be one that can challenge the heroes physically, mentally, or some combination of the two, and more often than not, the best anime villains will be the ones that make the heroes work as hard as possible before finally achieving victory in their hard-fought battles. That’s the biggest characteristic to expect out of a “final boss” in an anime, and there are a few...

Leaks circulating on social media claim that an anime adaptation of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 7: Steel Ball Run is currently in production.

First significant leaks came earlier this year in August, claiming that trademarks for the anime were registered in Japan as early as June 2022, with further registrations for a TV anime production filed in China in April 2024.

The latest round of leaks which came on Dec 12, 2024, suggest that the production phase for Steel Ball Run began in August 2024, with David Production, the studio behind previous JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure adaptations, reportedly handling the animation.

No release date or official confirmation has been announced, but speculation points to a potential release no earlier than 2026.

The timing of the leaks has led to speculation about their origin, with some saying that the information could stem from Jojo Magazine or related December content.

Not official of course, so the journey continues…...

The past and future of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime, along with many of its fans, will be 'connected' on April 12, 2025 at a new event announced today called Jojoday. Yoyogi 2nd National Gymnasium in Shibuya, Tokyo will play host, with voice actors Kazuyuki Okitsu (Jonathan), Daisuke Ono (Jotaro) and Junichi Suwabe (Abbacchio) also attending. Ticketing information and further details will be revealed at a later date. Related: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run and More Coming from Viz in Summer 2025 Crunchyroll streams the first five parts of the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime, describing the starting point like so: In ancient Mexico, people of Aztec had prospered. They had historic and strange "Stone Mask". It was a miraculous mask which brings eternal life and the power of authentic ruler. But the mask suddenly disappeared. A long time after that, in late 19th centuries when the thought and life of people were suddenly changing,...

Following a fan event held in Japan today, the official website and accounts for Black Butler revealed that the previously announced Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- anime will begin airing in April 2025 . A teaser visual and two additional cast members were also unveiled. Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Teaser Visual Chikahiro Kobayashi (Legoshi in Beastars ) and Rie Kugimiya (Kagura in Gintama ) join the cast as Wolfram Gelzer and Sieglinde Sullivan, respectively. Sebastian Ciel Sieglinde Wolfram Related: Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc- Anime Announced, Crunchyroll to Stream Kenjiro Okada ( March comes in like a lion chief director) continues to direct the latest Black Butler anime at studio CloverWorks, with series composition by Hiroyuki Yoshino ( World Trigger ), character designs by Yumi Shimizu ( Horimiya chief animation director). Maaya Sakamoto and Daisuke Ono reprise their roles as Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian Michaelis, respectively. Crunchyroll streams the full series to date and describes the overall...

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No shonen anime would be complete without its villains. Shonen villains are some of the most iconic characters that fans love to hate. Most shonen villains are lauded for how their diabolical schemes move the plot, or their relevance to the main hero’s story. Unfortunately, some shonen villains take their craft a little too far.

The most egregious shonen villains commit crimes that are so evil or despicable that their actions haunt audiences. These evildoers go from being antagonists to some of the most heinous beings in anime. Their deeds outlast their shows as these unforgettably dark miasmas. Shonen villains are certainly interesting characters, but these villains took things too far.

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Attack on Titan: The Last Attack has already been released in Japan, and now, the highly-anticipated anime movie is finally coming to the U.S on streaming and in theaters. Crunchyroll just announced that in early 2025, select theaters in North America and Brazil will be screening the omnibus film that contains the final two episodes of the series based on Hajime Isayama's hit manga, Attack on Titan.

Attack on Titan's anime drew to a close in fall 2023, with two specials that were 60 minutes and 85 minutes each. These extended episodes chronicled the dramatic conclusion of the story revolving around man-eating Titans and humanity's fight to free themselves from the creatures' tyranny. On November 8, 2024, The Last Attack film that comprised the two specials came out in Japanese theaters, leaving U.S. fans to wonder when it would be released worldwide.

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For most, the world of anime and manga is dominated by shonen series, typically action-focused storyies aimed primarily at a young male demographic (famed hits like Dragon Ball Z and even Death Note included). However, there are also anime and manga aimed at an older demographic, and that category is known as seinen.

So, what is seinen? "Seinen" is media aimed at older males in their late teens and 20s. In general, these series tend to star older protagonists, feature more explicit content, and deal with darker subject matter (though not all have to). While that male audience is the only real requirement to be seinen, the series can be enjoyed by anyone, and contains the variety to do exactly that. Below are ten of the absolute best seinen series available, offering great entry points into this diverse and underappreciated genre.

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Pony Canyon announced on Nov 28, 2024, that the second season of Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc anime is scheduled to release on Jan 12, 2025.

It was also revealed that Netflix will stream the new season worldwide weekly from Jan 13, 2025.

Season 2 continues the saga with the second stage of the battle, which unfolds at the Tottori Sand Dunes, pitting the allied forces of Seigi and Akuma, including Kinnikuman, against the Perfect Large Numbers Corps, including Nemesis.

A newly released key visual featuring Nemesis and Robin Mask was also released along with the announcement.

The visual also highlights prominent members of Seigi Chojin, including Ramenman, Warsman, and Brocken Jr.

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Season 1 of Kinnikuman Perfect Origin Arc aired from July 7 to Sep 22, 2024, with Netflix licensing it for streaming worldwide weekly starting on July 8 of the same year.

Staff of the anime includes:

Director: Akira Sato Assistant Director: Jun Soga Series Composition：Makoto...

For over a decade now, no genre, for better or worse, has dominated anime quite like the isekai genre. While it had always existed in some form, isekai didnt start being recognized as its own thing until the 2010s, and thanks in large part to the escapist elements of the genre, its become a mainstay of the medium with dozens of new anime produced every year.

As isekai began growing in popularity, it also started becoming contentious among fans and critics because of how so many stories come across as different takes on escapist power fantasies revolving around uninteresting leads and their rapidly growing harems of girls. That being said, there are plenty of isekai anime that break away from those cliches, and because of that, plenty of great isekai anime have heroes who come off as being far cooler and more entertaining than the average isekai anime protagonist. A...

The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya just had a massive Kickstarter, giving major hope for a long-awaited revival. Haruhi Suzumiya was one of the most popular anime of the 2000s, if not the most popular, yet to the disappointment of many, the series ended in 2010 after its theatrical film, The Disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya, despite there still being plenty of light novels for the anime to adapt.

Fans of The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya have wanted an anime revival for over a decade, and theres more hope for one than ever. A Kickstarter was recently launched for the anime to produce both a new music video and a voice drama with the original voice cast, and reportedly, The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiyas Kickstarter greatly surpassed both of its goals in a single day, despite having until January.

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The Eminence in Shadow is a hilarious isekai series about a character who finally gets his wish fulfilled. While most isekai protagonists go to their new world confused, upset, and missing home, Shadow couldn't have been happier. He's finally able to be the titular Eminence in Shadow himself, leading a covert group of warriors to do his mysterious bidding. It's a hilarious show and one of the funniest isekai series around, and it also features incredible fights and top-tier action sequences that make the show a must-watch.

To be a good isekai series like The Eminence in Shadow, there are a few key traits a show needs to have. It needs to have either a ridiculously powerful main character, a hilarious cast of side characters, or just general themes of hilarity. Not many shows can compare to The Eminence in Shadow, especially when they're narrowed down to just isekai, but...

Let's Go Karaoke! , a manga by Yama Wayama, is being adapted into TV anime that will broadcast in 2025, and now the series has revealed its two primary cast members. The cast members for Let's Go Karaoke! include: Satomi Oka voiced by Shun Horie (Rintaro Miki in A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! ) Satomi Oka character art Kyouji Narita voiced by Daisuke Ono (Kaibara in No Longer Allowed in Another World ) Kyouji Narita character art Enterbrain publishes Let's Go Karaoke! in Japan under their Beam Comics imprint. Yen Press also publishes an English language version of the series. Asami Nakatani directs the TV anime at animation studio Doga Kobo. Yukiko Tsukahara acts as assistant director, Yoshimi Narita provides the series composition, Mai Matsuura provides the character designs, and Takuro Ida provides the music. Let's Go Karaoke! teaser art Related: Let's Go Karaoke! and Captivated, by You Get TV Anime Adaptations Yen...

The anime-loving hip-hop rapper Megan Thee Stallion has premiered a 'spicy' new costume, so to speak, for Halloween. This cosplay is based on the 2018 anime action series JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind.

Megan Thee Stallion uploaded her latest Halloween costume on her official Instagram account. The online photos show the Houston, Texas rapper as Trish Una, the pink-haired 15-year-old who commands the Stand "Spice Girl" -- an intentional reference to the English girl group from the '90s. Megan Thee Stallion is stunning as the former spoiled daughter of Diavolo in Part 5 of the JoJo series. Shes seen with the characters pop music-inspired Stand, one dynamic photo after another.

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Himiko Toga is one of the beloved and intricately complex characters of My Hero Academia's League of Villains. She is known for her unique interest in the blood of those who have managed to win her affections, as well as her heartbreaking backstory. Like the other members of the League of Villains, she was outcast by a society that praised the perfect and rejected anything that fell out of normal appeal.

Leah Clark, the woman responsible for translating Togas complicated character into English, gives the performance of a lifetime as everyones favorite devilishly cute vampire girl. However, aside from Toga, Clark's career spans across many notable anime series, displaying the epic range of her voice-acting talents in numerous characters.

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Jason Liebrecht has long and impressive history of voice-acting prior to his role as the hot and horrendous Dabi of My Hero Academia.

An attribute of anime that people tend to recognize, even if they are not the most persistent fans of the genre, is the aesthetic and fashion that it brings to the table. Anime is notorious for the multiple types of clothing and design choices that have been popularized due to several series, and said outfits certainly deserve their place in the spotlight.

There are many bits of fashion and iconic outfits worn in anime that are extremely unique, from the costumes in My Hero Academia to the utterly eccentric and unconventional pieces featured in Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. In addition, outfits in popular shows such as Naruto or Dragon Ball are easily recognized, even by a mainstream audience who may not watch anime all too often.

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Everyone's favorite DC vigilante is getting a new anime film. Batman is back in Japan after his anime debut in the 2018 film Batman Ninja, where the caped crusader, along with his friends and foes, was taken from modern Gotham City and thrown into feudal Japan. The first Dark Knight anime film was praised for its story and beautiful animation, so fans are in for a treat with the next installment from Warner Bros. Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League showed off its trailer at the 2024 New York Comic Con.

Batman Ninja's director Junpei Mizusaki is back to bring audiences more of Bruce Wayne's adventures in Japan, this time with a dark crime-filled play on the Justice League. Batman usually teams up with his friends on the DC superhero team, but now, with Yakuza criminals raining from the sky, the tables have turned. From what we know from the recently released trailer,...

Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League is one of the most random iterations of the DC heroes and the absurdity of it doesn’t stop at the concept. In the most recent trailer for Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League, a lot of concerning details made fans feel more concerned about the upcoming movie than excited. The first movie of the series, Batman Ninja, didn’t do very well for itself by no surprise and Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League seems to be even less promising. It seems the team behind it has taken up more than they can handle.

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The JoJo's Bizarre Adventure franchise is all about aesthetics, be it the fashion of the characters or their fashionable stands. Now, fans can look just as good as the Joestar family with a stylish set of razors that will keep them slick and glistening.

Grooming tool brand Auger is collaborating with one of the biggest anime franchises to deliver cutting-edge razors that will leave fans looking just as sharp. Styled after two characters in particular, the mashup is based on the fourth season of the current anime adaptation of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Not only can fans keep things from getting too hairy, but by ordering one of the razors, they can also get exclusive acrylic figures based on the iconic series.

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JoJos Bizarre Adventure is one of the most sartorially conscious anime ever released, and its Golden Wind is a masterclass in combining '90s Italian design with anime costuming wackiness. Now, a new ring collection based on the Passione gang's adventures in Italy ensures that fans will be able to accessorize like a true Stand user.

Japanese jewelry retailer Take-Up has announced the release of a new ring collection themed after the Passione gang from JoJos Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind. Each of the six rings is based on the aspiring Gang Stars and is set with a different semi-precious stone. Protagonist Giorno Giovanni is represented by an 18-karat gold-plated ring set with a pink tourmaline. The ring incorporates Giornos ladybug and wing motif, which are heavily featured in his costume throughout the manga and anime. The leader of the Passione gang, Bruno Bucciaratti, is represented by a more demure piece...

In their new 2025 lineup video narrated by Daisuke Ono (voice of Fafnir), beloved studio Kyoto Animation today announced that a Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid anime film subtitled "Samishi-gariya no Ryu" (officially translated as "A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved") will release sometime next year. A visual and a trailer were unveiled, teasing a story centered on the adorable Kanna. The visual's tagline reads, "Bye-bye, Kobayashi." Visual Related: Kyoto Animation’s Full Six-Minute Uji City Animation Posted After sweeping the anime scene in Winter 2017, Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid returned for a second season in July 2021. The much-anticipated sequel was directed by Tatsuya Ishihara ( Sound! Euphonium ) at Kyoto Animation, with series composition by Yuka Yamada, character designs by Miku Kadowaki and music by Masumi Ito, Kenji Kondo and Kotringo. Ishihara returns to direct the new film. Mutsumi Tamura (Kanamori in Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken! ) stars as the titular Kobayashi across the series,...

The Bat-Family flies into action in the latest character clip released today for the upcoming Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League . The sequel to the Batman Ninja film is currently in production, but there's plenty more to see — and more still if you plan to attend next month's New York Comic-Con! Check out the new character clip, showing Batman, Robin, Nightwing and the rest: Related: Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film Trailer Revealed Confirmed cast to appear in the film now include: Batman/Bruce Wayne: Koichi Yamadera (Spike Spiegel in Cowboy Bebop ) Robin: Yuuki Kaji (Eren Yeager in Attack on Titan ) Red Robin: Kengo Kawanishi (Soshiro Hoshina in Kaiju No. 8 ) Nightwing: Daisuke Ono (Sebastian Michaelis in Black Butler ) Red Hood: Akira Ishida (Kaworu Nagisa in Neon Genesis Evangelion ) Alfred: Hochu Otsuka (Jiraiya in Naruto ) Commissioner Gordon: Masaki Terasoma (Kiroranke in Golden Kamuy ) Related: Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League Anime Film...

Kyoto Animation announced on Sep 18, 2024, that they will premiere a special program on their official YouTube channel, KyoaniChannel, on Sep 21 at 9 p.m. Jst.

This announcement follows a recent teaser from the studio, hinting at a new announcement in September. Now confirmed through their official X account, the program will give fans a first look at the studio’s upcoming projects for the year 2025.

Voice actor Daisuke Ono, who has voiced numerous characters in Kyoto Animation productions, will narrate the program.

This potential new project comes after a challenging period for Kyoto Animation. On July 18, 2019, the studio faced a devastating arson attack on its Studio 1 building, resulting in the tragic loss of 36 lives and injuring 33 others.

The incident was one of the deadliest massacres in Japan’s post-war history and sent shockwaves throughout the global anime community.

The suspected arsonist was apprehended and, after recovering from injuries sustained during the incident,...

For the first time in over a decade, Kyoto Animation will hold a livestream on the anime studio’s YouTube channel to announce its 2025 slate of new releases. The stream will be held on September 21 at 9:00 p.m. Japan time, and voice actor Daisuke Ono, who played Kyon in The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya and other characters in various KyoAni productions, will narrate the special live presentation. Related: Kyoto Animation’s Full Six-Minute Uji City Animation Posted Kyoto Animation first teased the new release presentation stream on September 13 with a simple graphic in a post on X (formerly Twitter) . This will be the second time the studio has held a livestream to announce a new series, with the first time announcing the confirmation of Free! - Iwatobi Swim Club as a full anime series in April 2013 on Japanese video streaming site NicoNico Douga. There has been no confirmation on...

The JoJo's Bizarre Adventure brand remains a popular seinen manga and anime, with many fans lauding it for its characters and designs. Now, consumers can earn special cards of the iconic cast, all while munching on one of the sweetest treats in "za warudo."

Bandai is releasing a new line of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders wafers. Along with the creamy goodness, consumers will also be able to collect over 20 unique cards from the line. Not only can they add these to their JoJo collection, but they'll also have a snack that leaves their mouth feeling "Soft & Wet."

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Well-known shoes, accessories and clothing brand Mayla has announced a brand-new collection of colorful high-heel shoes inspired by JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind, with the collection now up for preorder for both domestic and overseas fans.

Via Mayla's official X (formerly Twitter) account, the company revealed the collaboration with JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind for its new high-heel shoes. Preorder sales will open on Aug. 9 at 5 p.m. and close on Sep. 9 at noon (Jst). Characters Giorno Giovanna, Bruno Bucciarati, Leone Abbacchio, Guido Mista, Narancia Ghirga, Pannacotta Fugo, and Trish Una feature in the collaboration for the seven new heels, all of which can be purchased worldwide via the WorldShopping service. Readers can check out the images and official teaser below.

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