The year 2024 has arrived, bringing with it an exciting anime lineup that is sure to delight fans. Below is a compilation of the top 15 most eagerly awaited new anime series.
Without a doubt, the year 2023 has been full of excitement for anime enthusiasts. We were treated to highly anticipated new seasons of popular shows like Vinland Saga and Jujutsu Kaisen, as well as exciting new additions to the anime world like Oshi no Ko and Frieren. This year has truly delivered a vast array of successful hits.
Naturally, 2024 is determined to keep up, and a fantastic lineup awaits us. Currently, most of the series for the Spring and Summer seasons have been announced, with a few more yet to disclose their release dates.
In the world of anime, there are plenty of upcoming series to look forward to. From highly anticipated sequels to brand new additions, we have compiled a list of the top fifteen anime shows that will be released in 2024. As more announcements are made, we will keep this list updated, so be sure to stay tuned!
Code Geass: Dakkan no Rozé
- Release date/window: May 10, 2024
- Studio: Sunrise
- Cast: Kohei Amasaki, Makoto Furukawa, Riho Sugiyama
In May 2024, the highly acclaimed mecha series Code Geass released its latest movie in Japanese theatres. The project comprises of four films, focusing on the story of siblings Rozé and Ashe. The trailer showcases the incredible advancements in animation technology, with the visuals being significantly more dynamic and vibrant compared to the original anime. Despite this progress, the movie still maintains the trademark Code Geass violence, as evident from the bloody scenes depicted in the trailer.
14. What is a Trapezium?
- Release date/window: May 10, 2024
- Studio: CloverWorks
- Cast: Asaki Yuikawa, Hina Youmiya, Hina Kino
Aniplex is the production company behind this anime film, which was created by the renowned animation studio CloverWorks. The movie follows the journey of Yuu Azuma, a high school girl who dreams of becoming an idol and chronicles her ten-year journey. In order to pursue her dream, she establishes four guiding principles for herself.
In addition to not using social media or having a boyfriend, she will not try to stand out in school and befriend beautiful girls from all directions. This anime movie was premiered on May 10, 2024.
13. Spice and Wolf: The Encounter of a Merchant and a Wise Wolf
- Release date/window: April 2, 2024
- Studio: Passion
- Cast: Ami Koshimizu, Jun Fukuyama, Mai Nakahara
The Spice and Wolf anime received a reboot in Spring 2024, adapting Isuna Hasekura’s Spice & Wolf. The revamped series will continue to follow the tale of Kraft Lawrence and his encounter with the wolf deity, Holo. While on his journey as a merchant, Lawrence discovers Holo sleeping in his cart.
After negotiating with the merchant, she convinces him to let her accompany him on his journeys by offering to share her knowledge of “Holo the Wisewolf”and help increase his profits. As a result, Lawrence’s life is completely transformed when he agrees to bring along this ancient wolf.
Kimi ni Todoke Season 3
- Release date/window: August 2024
- Production I.G. is the studio responsible for the creation of this anime.
- Cast: Mamiko Noto, Daisuke Namikawa, Yuichi Nakamura
Despite more than a decade of no updates, fans had given up hope of ever seeing a new season of this beloved Shojo series. But to their surprise, Netflix has announced a sequel featuring the original cast. Although a release date for Season 3 has not been revealed, the highly anticipated anime is set to air in August 2024.
Sawako Kuronuma, an introvert, is the subject of fear among her classmates due to her dark hair. Yet, with the support of Shouta Kazehaya and her newfound companions, she gradually breaks out of her shell.
Black Butler: Public School Arc
- Release date/window: April 13, 2024
- Studio: CloverWorks
- Cast: Daisuke Ono, Maaya Sakamoto, Junya Enoki
After a hiatus of over six years, Black Butler’s new anime season returned on April 13, 2024. The upcoming season will adapt the Public School arc from the manga, which is set in Weston College, the most renowned public school in Great Britain. In order to maintain its prestigious reputation, the school strictly prohibits any government involvement.
Despite this, there are a number of students who adamantly refuse to return home and cut off all contact with their families. This includes Derrick Arden, the son of Queen Victoria’s cousin. Now, it is Ciel and his demon butler Sebastian’s responsibility to unravel the mystery behind these peculiar occurrences.
Volume 3: KonoSuba: God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World!
- Release date/window: April 10, 2024
- Studio: Drive
- Cast: Jun Fukushima, Rie Takahashi, Sora Amamiya
The third season of Konosuba is set to premiere in April 2024. After a successful comeback last year, the series released a full anime adaptation of the Megumin spin-off novel series, An Explosion on This Wonderful World.
Furthermore, it was officially announced that the highly anticipated third season of the main TV anime series will be returning. The initial trailer gives a glimpse of the upcoming chaos that Kazuma and his party will face.
Episode 9: Blue Lock: Nagi
- Release date/window: April 19, 2024
- Studio: 8bit
- Cast: Nobunaga Shimazaki, Yuma Uchida, Kazuki Ura
Blue Lock, a highly acclaimed sports anime, released a spin-off movie in Japanese theatres on April 19, 2024. The global release date has yet to be announced. The film centers around Seishirou Nagi and Reo Mikage as they navigate the intense competition of the Blue Lock dispute, based on the spin-off series.
Taste
- Release date/window: October 2024
- Studio: Science SARU
- Cast: Shion Wakayama, Natsuki Hanae, Mayumi Tanaka
The anime series is set to premiere in October 2024, however, the specific release date has not yet been announced. The plot centers around Momo Ayase and her classmate Okarun, with Momo being a believer in ghosts and Okarun firmly convinced of the existence of aliens.
To prove their theory, they make a wager that leads to a string of comical occurrences. This tale of adolescent romance revolves around the chaotic happenings involving ghosts, monsters, aliens, fights, and more.
7. Dragon Ball Daima
- Release date/window: October 2024
- Studio: unknown
- Cast: Masako Nozawa
Coming to the Dragon Ball franchise in October 2024 is a new addition, Dragon Ball Daima. The announcement was made at this year’s NYCC. This adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s manga follows the adventures of Goku and his companions, who have been turned into children.
The reason behind the conspiracy remains a mystery. Our heroes must now work towards breaking the curse that triggered this change, and Toriyama assures that their journey will uncover secrets of the Dragon Ball Universe.
6. You’re Next
- Release date/window: August 2, 2024
- Studio: Bones
- Cast: Daiki Yamashita, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Ayane Sakura
The highly anticipated fourth anime movie in the My Hero Academia franchise, titled “You’re Next,”is scheduled to debut in Japanese theaters on August 2, 2024. The official announcement was made during Jump Festa 2024, where a teaser and key visual were also revealed. Kōhei Horikoshi, the mangaka behind the series, will serve as the general supervisor and original character designer for the film.
The movie will feature an original storyline and will not be a direct continuation of the manga. Nonetheless, it will take place during the same time period as the current anime, depicting the downfall of a once secure society.
Sequel to Tower of God
- Release date/window: July 2024
- Studio: The Answer Studio
- Cast: Yuma Uchida, Taichi Ichikawa, Sayumi Watabe
The sequel to Tower of God, based on the popular manhwa of the same name, is set to be released in July 2024. Fans were left eagerly anticipating more after the first season, which ended on a major cliffhanger and left many questions unanswered. These questions are expected to be addressed in Season 2.
In this world, a tower summons individuals known as “Regulars”and offers to fulfill their greatest wishes. However, only those who successfully reach the top of the tower are able to have their desires granted.
The Conflict in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War
- Release date/window: 2024
- Studio: Pierrot
- Cast: Masakazu Morita, Takayuki Sugou, Noriaki Sugiyama
The third and final part of the Shonen classic Bleach has already been released, with the remaining cour set to premiere in 2024. The highly-anticipated sequel was officially announced through a one-minute teaser, showcasing the epic showdown between Yhwach, the main antagonist, and Ichibe, the captain of Squad Zero.
The sneak peek also features Ichigo and his companions launching an attack on the Soul King’s palace, causing it to crumble. The Thousand Year Blood War arc will consist of a total of four parts.
3. The Seventh Season of My Hero Academia
- Release date/window: May 4, 2024
- Studio: Bones
- Cast: Daiki Yamashita, Nobuhiko Okamoto, Yuki Kaji
The seventh season of My Hero Academia will debut on May 4, bringing with it the next phase of the Final Act. It will follow Izuku Midoriya, the young heroes of Class 1-A, and the remaining heroes as they engage in a final showdown against the villains in order to put an end to their long-standing conflict.
Ever since the start of the Paranormal Liberation War, Japan has been plagued with one tragedy after another. As the manga continues, the outcome of the anime’s conclusion, which is set for next year, remains unknown.
Second Season of Oshi no Ko
- Release date/window: July 2024
- Studio: Doga Kobo
- Cast: Takeo Ootsuka, Megumi Han, Manaka Iwami
The highly anticipated Oshi no Ko anime aired in the Spring of 2023 and quickly gained widespread attention online. The series follows the tragic story of a popular idol, Ai, who is brutally killed by one of her deranged fans. Yet, as the narrative progresses, it becomes clear that the murder was orchestrated by a cunning mastermind.
The release date for Season 2, set to debut in 2024, has not yet been announced. The first season covers four volumes of the manga, which is equivalent to 37 chapters.
Demon Slayer
- Release date/window: May 12, 2024
- Studio: ufotable
- Cast: Natsuki Hanae, Hiro Shimono, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Demon Slayer, a widely beloved anime and manga series, is set to release its fourth season in April 2024. This season will cover the Hashira Training Arc, the final chapter before the epic Final Battle Arc. As the arc is brief, the season will also incorporate material from the light novel to enhance the story.
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