Year 2025

Captivated, By You

Joji Ema goes to an all-boys school. After the school's athletic festival, Ema's eccentric classmate Miyoshi Hayashi starts acting bizarrely towards him. Yuichi Medaka goes to a coeducational high school. He ends up sitting behind Akira Nikaido, an unsettling student most of the school doesn't like. Explore an omnibus of stories about what it's like to be young. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Maebashi Witches

Welcome to Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. For first-year high school student Yuina Akagi, her middling life takes a wild turn the moment a mysterious frog named Keroppe shows up and asks her, "Why don't you become a witch?" Alongside Azu Niisato, Kyouka Kitahara, Choco Mitsumata, and Mai Kamiizumi, Yuina and her friends are excited to make people's dreams come true as the Maebashi Witches. (Source: Crunchyroll)

9-nine- Ruler's Crown

9-nine- is a tale of the town of Shiromitsugawa, host to mysterious Artifacts and the superpowers they bestow on their Users. A tale of growing trust and budding romance between the protagonist and the heroine, and also a murder mystery where they hunt down the culprit behind a series of supernatural murders. (Source: Steam Description)

Ninja Vs. Gokudo

The ninja banish evil from the shadows. The gokudo gather lonely outcasts and commit crimes. The grudge they forged centuries ago is rekindled in the present day. The ninja Shinoha meets Kiwami, a gokudo with the face of a businessman. Unknowing of the other's identity, they bond over anime, but the war between ninja and gokudo intensifies. Who will survive and who will perish, ninja or gokudo? (Source: Amazon Prime Video)

I Saved Myself with a Potion!: Life in Another World

Kaede, an ordinary high school girl, suddenly wakes up in an unfamiliar alleyway--only to realize she's been transported to a mysterious world inhabited by beastmen, elves, and dragons. Among her belongings, she discovers a strange book that wasn't there before. To her surprise, it allows her to create potions simply by chanting the word "create." Relying on these potions to survive, Kaede navigates the challenges of this fantastical world while clinging to the hope of one day returning to Japan. Her journey of struggle and discovery in this otherworldly realm is just beginning...

cocoon: Aru Natsu no Shoujo-tachi Yori

San and Mayu are two schoolgirls living in Okinawa during the closing months of the Pacific War. Together with their classmates, the two friends are drafted into the war effort as nurses for wounded soldiers. When ordered to die for their country, the remaining members of the group escape only to face the harsh environment of a tropical paradise that has become a hellish battlefield.

Leviathan

Set in a war-torn reimagining of 1914, Leviathan follows Alek, a fugitive prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and Deryn Sharp, a daring young girl disguised as a boy to serve in the British Air Service. When fate throws them together aboard the HMS Leviathan, a massive, living airship made from genetically engineered creatures, they embark on a world-changing adventure that will challenge everything they know about war, loyalty, and identity. (Source: Netflix)

Cat's Eye (2025)

A new adaption of the manga of the same name by Tsukasa Houjou. Cat's Eye is a secretive trio of art thieves relentlessly pursued by Detective Toshio. Unbeknownst to him, the middle sister of the elusive thieves is none other than his girlfriend, Hitomi. (Source: Disney+)

SHIROHIYO - Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life

Ageha Kikunoi was a spoiled 5-year-old before he suddenly recalled memories from a past life. Then, he loved to cook, sew, and sing above all else. In this world, Ageha and his younger brother, Regulus, try to navigate the Kikunoi house as corruption among the aristocracy deepens. They'll need skills from Ageha's past life, blessings of gods and elves, and magic spells to help them on their way! (Source: Crunchyroll)

Blue Orchestra Season 2

The second season of Ao no Orchestra. After the seniors' retirement, the Orchestra Club begins preparing for the national competition with a new line-up focusing on the 2nd-years, as they struggle to achieve their ideal sound. (Source: ANIPLUS Asia)

KAMITSUBAKI CITY UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Seven years after humanity was devastated by a major disaster, a beacon of science and prosperity rises in Kamitsubaki City. But lurking in its shadows are Tesseractor, monsters born from human darkness. Only the Witchling, five girls with voices that wield magic, stand against them. With every note, they fight, not just to protect the peace of the city, but to heal a broken world. (Source: Crunchyroll) Notes: • Announced in the "Kamitsubaki Yoyogi Kessen 2024: V.W.P 2nd ONE-MAN LIVE - Genshou II" Day 1 concert. • Includes Episode 0.</I>

The Mononoke Lecture Logs of Chuzenji-sensei: He Just Solves All the Mysteries

Our setting is in Tokyo in 1948, just right after the war. Kanna Kusakabe had just become a second-year at a high school when she meets the new language teacher, Akihiko Chuuzenji. Mysterious supernatural things keep happening around Kanna. Once again today, Kanna is going to open the doors to the library prep room to seek help from the surly Chuuzenji-sensei who is waiting inside. A high school supernatural mystery featuring the unlikely duo between a teacher and a high school girl is about to begin! (Source: Pony Canyon, edited)

Plus-sized Misadventures in Love!

Yumeko is a quiet, downcast office worker, weighed down by crippling insecurities and self-loathing--until a sudden accident leaves her with amnesia...and a sparkling new personality. Her dramatic transformation baffles everyone around her, but with a new zest for life and unshakeable confidence, Yumeko is ready to tackle anything: love, work, friendship...and maybe even an attempted-murder mystery. (Source: Crunchyroll)

With Vengeance, Sincerely, Your Broken Saintess

Lua is a saintess candidate who possesses the power of healing. But her ability had one flaw: she could only heal others by transferring their wounds onto herself. Because of this, others bullied her, calling her the "Fallen Saintess." But it didn't bother Lua because her best friend Arianne always stood up for her. One day, Lua's crush, Commander Garrett, was on the brink of death from a beast attack. Lua healed him, which left her on the verge of death. When she woke up, she learned that all the credit was given to Arianne, and she finally saw her best friend's true color. Devastated, Lua is lost and helpless when the second prince appears in front of her with a tempting offer. What would happen to Lua as she begins her new life as a villainess? (Source: NHN comico Corp.)

Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show

We all need a chance to change our lives! The story follows Miko Kurono, who began her dream career as a livestreamer under the name "Necronomico" after graduating middle school. Amidst spending her days with childhood friend Mayu Mayusaka and rival Kanna Kagurazaka, she's introduced to a new VR game project!? Upon encountering the game, the girls start pursuing the 'irreplacable now'. (Source: Official site, translated)

Star Wars: Visions Volume 3

The critically-acclaimed series of animated shorts returns to Japan for a third installment in collaboration with nine anime studios. 1) The Duel: Payback (Mizuno Takanobu, Kamikaze Douga x Anima) 2) The Song of Four Wings (Hiroyasu Kobayashi, Project Studio Q) 3) The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope (Naoyoshi Shiotani, Production I.G.) 4) The Bounty Hunters (Junichi Yamamoto, Wit Studio) 5) Yuko's Treasure (Masaki Tachibana, Kinema Citrus) 6) The Lost Ones (Hitoshi Haga, Kinema Citrus) 7) The Smuggler (Masahiko Ootsuka, Trigger) 8) The Bird of Paradise (Tadahiro Yoshihira, Polygon Pictures) 9) Black (Shinya Oohira, David Production)

Shabake

Ichitarou, the frail yet sharp-minded master of Nagasakiya, rarely leaves his estate--but he's far from alone. Gifted with the ability to see spirits, he's protected by ghostly companions like Hakutaku and Inugami. One night, he slips out and witnesses a brutal murder. Soon after, Edo is plagued by a series of eerie murders. As fear grips the city, Ichitarou and his spirits must uncover the culprit. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Me and the Alien MuMu

A cat-like alien from a distant galaxy, MuMu, arrives on Earth. His goal is to learn about home appliance technology on Earth to recover the technology his species has lost. The protagonist, Sakurako, has a typical university life, but everything changes with MuMu's arrival! What begins as an unexpected cohabitation quickly turns into a whirlwind of chaotic events. The chemistry between Sakurako and MuMu leads to a super-spectacular, appliance-filled, and cat comedy adventure. (Source: Pony Canyon)

Princess-Session Orchestra

The anime takes place in Alicepia, which is a mysterious country that has existed since ancient times. The inhabitants of Alicepia, the Alicepians, are a fun-loving people, but one day mysterious monsters called Jamaock appeared to threaten the peace of Alicepia. The story follows a trio of "princesses" who never forget the song in their hearts, even when facing such danger and step up to save the day with the power of music. (Source: Anime News Network, Crunchyroll News, edited)

SI-VIS: The Sound of Heroes

SI-VIS is a co-ed music group, led by Yosuke, shaking up the global music scene with their unmatched vocals and performances. However, they are actually heroes in disguise, battling against mysterious forces threatening the world. They convert audience energy at live performances into combat power. Luckily, the battles appear to be ordinary concerts to the public, keeping their identity a secret. (Source: Crunchyroll)

Pokémon Concierge: Season 1: Part 2

Continuation of Pokémon Concierge. "Since coming here, I haven't had to struggle so much. Maybe that's why I can actually give it my best." In the new episodes, Haru has grown a little and is no longer a newbie. She and her partner Psyduck welcome many new Pokémon to the resort, including Sealeo, Shinx, Luxray, Arcanine, and Corphish. Haru spends fun and relaxing days surrounded by these guests, occaisionally handling any problems that pop up. One day, a guy named Kent appears, and he seems to be Haru's ex-boyfriend. Why did he come to the resort? What will happen with his relationship with Haru? Plus, Tyler's uncle Dan arrives at the resort with the Sealeo that has accompanied him for 15 years. Dan, who sometimes looks a little forlorn, is troubled by something... (Source: Netflix Anime, edited)

My Melody & Kuromi

My Melody opens a cake shop in Mariland. After encountering a heart in the forest, strange things start happening around her. Meanwhile, Kuromi's Japanese sweets shop across the street is always empty. Kuromi searches for the secret to My Melody's cakes. My Melody and Kuromi work hard to prepare for a sweets-making contest judged by the world-famous pastry chef Pistachio. However, no one knows that this will lead to an incident that threatens the fate of Mariland. (Source: Netflix)

You and Idol Precure ♪

The main character, Sakura Uta, is a second-year middle school student who loves to sing. One day, she meets the fairy Purirun that has come to search for the Legendary Protectors, Idol Precure! Purirun's hometown, KirakiLand has been plunged into total darkness by Darkine, the boss of the Chokkiri Gang. Meanwhile, the sparkles of the townspeople are being stolen by the Chokkiri Gang... it's a huge pinch! "I want to make it sparkle sparkly! Here is my song!" - With this determination, Uta transforms into the Legendary Protector, Cure Idol! She sings, dances, and gives fan service, making it sparkle no matter how pitch-black it is!

GIRLS BAND CRY: Seishun Kyousoukyoku

Compilation film of GIRLS BAND CRY featuring new animation footage. The first of the GBC compilation movie duology.

Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League

In this sequel to Batman Ninja, the Batman family has returned to the present to discover that Japan has disappeared, and a giant island - Hinomoto - is now in the sky over Gotham City. At the top sit the Yakuza, a group of superpowered individuals who reign without honor or humanity and look suspiciously like the Justice League. Now, it's up to Batman and his allies to save Gotham! (Source: Amazon Prime Video) Note: Release date reflects the release in Japan. The film was released in the US on March 18, 2025.

Koisuru ONE PIECE

The premise of this spinoff is about three high school students: a young male student, his girlfriend and a third wheel who is a One Piece fanatic. Their names are similar to the Straw Hat Pirates and the group form a fan club dedicated to One Piece. <Br> (Source: One Piece Wiki)

ALDNOAH.ZERO: The Penultimate Truth

Unresolved situations, overflowing emotions, and a conclusion to many issues. An epilogue OVA bundled with the Aldnoah.Zero Blu-ray Disc BOX. (Source: Crunchyroll, edited)

#COMPASS2.0 ANIMATION PROJECT

In the combat providence analysis system, "COMPASS2.0," heroes gather alongside human partners in a dreamlike space. The heroes have to keep fighting to produce enough energy to keep the system running. One hero named 13 is a troublemaker who refuses to find a partner. When 13 is nearly kicked out, a new player named Jin agrees to join him. Can they bring peace to the world of #COMPASS2.0? (Source: Crunchyroll) Note: A new animation project based on the #Compass Sentou Setsuri Kaiseki System game, announced at the sixth #Compass fes.

LOS ANGELES LAKERS x ONE PIECE

On February 28, ONE PIECE took over Crypto.com Arena for a special game night collab event with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers ended up taking down their opponents in a close 106-102 game, and maybe some of that juice is thanks to the presence of the Straw Hats and a special piece of animation created for the event. The anime short--which depicts a Lakers uniform-clad Luffy in an intense basketball match against a team of Marines--can be seen in all its 30 seconds of glory. Can our captain Luffy take home the win? (Source: Crunchyroll News, ONE PIECE Official ENG YouTube description, edited)

Sousou no Frieren: ●● no Mahou Part 2

A second batch of the ●● no Mahou shorts released monthly in the lead up to the TV anime's second season, starting with #12. Posted on the official YouTube account of TOHO animation, Frieren Twitter, and Frieren TikTok account. Includes: • Shinchou ga Nobiru Mahou (身長が伸びる魔法), released Apr 2, 2025. • Onaka-ippai ni Naru Mahou (おなかいっぱいになる魔法), released May 7, 2025. • Daitai Nan demo Kiru Mahou (大体なんでも切る魔法), released Jun 4, 2025. • Kousoku de Idou Suru Mahou (高速で移動する魔法), released Jul 2, 2025. • Karada no Mawari wo Suzushiku Suru Mahou (体のまわりを涼しくする魔法), released Aug 6, 2025. • Tokui Waza wo Fuujiru Mahou (得意技を封じる魔法), released Sep 3, 2025.