Summer 2026 Anime Rankings Week 3: The Top 20 Trending Shows and Why They're Winning
Saga of Tanya the Evil II reclaimed the #1 spot in Week 3 of the Summer 2026 anime rankings. Here are the top 20 trending shows and what's driving their success.
Summer 2026 Anime Rankings Week 3
The third weekly poll for the Summer 2026 anime season concluded, with over 4,000 anime fans casting their votes. Saga of Tanya the Evil II reclaimed the top spot with 5.78% of the vote after slipping to fourth in Week 2, while Though I Am an Inept Villainess held onto second place with 5.31%.
Key Takeaways
- Saga of Tanya the Evil II reclaimed #1 with 5.78% of the vote
- Though I Am an Inept Villainess held #2 with 5.31%
- Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia dropped to #3 with 4.94%
- Mushoku Tensei S3 fell from top 3 to #4
- Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky entered top 5
- The Ghost in the Shell entered the leaderboard for the first time at #10
- 72 titles are ranked in the Summer 2026 Week 3 poll
The top 20 trending shows of Summer 2026
The Summer 2026 anime season is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in recent years. The top spot has changed, new series continue to break into the rankings, and the competition remains close heading into Week 3.
| Rank | Title | Vote % |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saga of Tanya the Evil II | 5.78% |
| 2 | Though I Am an Inept Villainess | 5.31% |
| 3 | Jaadugar: A Witch in Mongolia | 4.94% |
| 4 | Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation S3 | 4.35% |
| 5 | Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky | 3.05% |
| 6 | Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You | 2.97% |
| 7 | You and I Are Polar Opposites S2 | 2.88% |
| 8 | Grand Blue Dreaming S3 | 2.62% |
| 9 | I Want to Love You Till Your Dying Day | 2.60% |
| 10 | The Ghost in the Shell | 2.51% |
| 11 | The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You S3 | 2.23% |
| 12 | Kaiju Girl Caramelise | 2.10% |
| 13 | Daemons of the Shadow Realm | 1.95% |
| 14 | Rich Girl Caretaker | 1.86% |
| 15 | Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games | 1.80% |
| 16 | Chainsmoker Cat | 1.78% |
| 17 | Goodbye, Lara | 1.75% |
| 18 | That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime S4 | 1.62% |
| 19 | Sparks of Tomorrow | 1.60% |
| 20 | Clevatess S2 | 1.54% |
What's driving the rankings
Several factors are shaping the Week 3 rankings:
Saga of Tanya the Evil II bounced back to the top spot after a Week 2 dip, maintaining its position as the season's most consistently popular title. The isekai fantasy series continues to deliver strong performances despite the broader isekai fatigue trend.
Though I Am an Inept Villainess held onto second place, proving that the villainess genre has staying power beyond its initial boom. The series' blend of comedy, romance, and fantasy continues to attract a broad audience.
Love Unseen Beneath the Clear Night Sky climbed into fifth place, narrowly edging out Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You. The supernatural romance's emotional depth is resonating with fans looking for something beyond typical isekai power fantasy.
The Ghost in the Shell entered the leaderboard for the first time at tenth place, a remarkable achievement for a franchise that hasn't had a new anime adaptation in years. The classic cyberpunk series is finding a new generation of fans.
The Week 3 rankings show that Summer 2026 is the most unpredictable season in recent years. The top spot has changed, new series continue to break into the rankings, and the competition remains close heading into Week 4.
The bigger picture
With two weeks now complete, Summer 2026 is already shaping up to be an unpredictable season. The top spot has changed, new series continue to break into the rankings, and the competition remains close heading into Week 3.
The rankings reflect a season that's more diverse than any in recent memory — from isekai veterans to supernatural romances to classic franchise revivals. For anime fans, this means more choice and more reasons to tune in each week.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often are the Summer 2026 rankings updated?
The Anime Corner poll updates weekly, with results typically posted on Sundays. AniTrendz also publishes weekly top anime charts.
How many people voted in Week 3?
Over 4,000 anime fans cast their votes in the Anime Corner Week 3 poll.
Can I vote in the poll?
Yes, voting is open at polls.animecorner.me.
What's the most surprising entry in the top 20?
The Ghost in the Shell entering at #10 is the most surprising, given the franchise hasn't had a new anime adaptation in years.