The Boys season 5: Release date speculation and latest news
We're now heading rapidly towards the end of the year and the start of 2026, and for fans of The Boys, that means just one thing – season 5 is finally on its way. Fans have been waiting for the hard-edged superhero show's final season for some time now, and while we don't yet have an exact release date, we do know it will arrive in 2026, with filming having wrapped up earlier this year. When filming came to an end, a number of the show's central cast members took to Instagram to reflect on their journeys with their characters. For instance, Starlight star Erin Moriarty posted: "The tears have begun. The posts are incoming. I said goodbye to most of my work family today and I’ll be ready to smile about it when I’m ready to smile about it." Meanwhile, Homelander actor Antony Starr wrote on Instagram: "I love this show. And I love this character. Truly. I will dearly miss heading to work, knowing what we were aiming for but never knowing where we would find ourselves by the end of the day…only that we would have fun and it would be creatively rewarding in the extreme. "This complicated character allowed the space and range to discover and push boundaries in a way I never expected and I will always be grateful for this experience. "And of course huge gratitude to my co-parent with this twisted gem of a character - @erickripke1 . We created a monster, sir. And I will miss him, and you. Til we roll out the last season. When I’ll see you. But this creative chapter is closed , and I’ll miss it, brother. "And finally - massive thank you to the fans. You are the life blood. Without you, we don’t get to do this. And our fans are second to none. Mad love to you… and deepest respect for your taste. Okidoke people. We cooked for the last time. Can’t wait to show you what we made. Til that day, Homelander, signing off." It's sure to be an emotional (and gruesome, and explosive) ending to the beloved show, but at this point, what do we actually know for certain about season 5? Read on for everything you need to know, but beware – spoilers for seasons 1-4, plus seasons 1-2 of spin-off Gen V, abound. The Boys season 5 release date speculation While we don't have a specific release date for The Boys season 5, it will be released in 2026, as confirmed in an Instagram post by actor Karl Urban. Alongside a picture of co-star Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Urban wrote: "Working with the illustrious @jeffreydeanmorgan was the best part of my day every day. That’s all @theboystv for now folks. See you in …2 years (wish it was sooner) for the final season on @primevideo." A 2026 release date would be consistent with the two-year hiatuses between seasons 2 and 3, and 3 and 4. Filming kicked off on 25th November 2024. Creator Eric Kripke confirmed the filming start date to Collider, this month, adding that it's going to be difficult dealing with the fact that the series is coming to an end. He said: "I’m fortunate, in that I get to maintain my denial for quite a while because I’m so busy right now… "Just the amount of work, it’s so busy that I think somewhere in the middle of the season, it’s gonna hit me, and hit me really emotionally. I’ve been wilfully denying it. It hasn’t totally sunk in. That will be hard." Filming wrapped on 1st July 2025, with Kripke saying in a statement (as reported by Variety): "This is the last time I’ll ever be on this set. It’ll be torn down soon. It’s bittersweet, but my primary feeling is gratitude. We have the best cast, the best crew, the most fun story to write, and something that is impossible to predict: the right timing. "You wait your whole career to have maybe two of those things, if you’re lucky. We got all of them. To [The Boys] family: thank you, I love you all. To the fans: thanks for watching, can’t wait for you to see the grand finale. That’s a wrap." In an Instagram post in October 2025 he also said that the new season would be "COMING (reasonably) SOON" – which could hint at a release date in the first half of 2026. The Boys season 5 cast The following stars have been confirmed to star in The Boys season 5: Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell Karl Urban as Billy Butcher Antony Starr as Homelander Erin Moriarty as Annie/Starlight Laz Alonso as Mother's Milk Jessie T Usher as A-Train Chace Crawford as The Deep Tomer Capone as Serge/Frenchie Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko Colby Minifie as Ashley Barrett Cameron Crovetti as Ryan Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy Mason Dye as Bombsight Paul Reiser as The Legend Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau London Thor and Derek Luh as Jordan Li Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap Asa Germann as Sam Riordan Keeya King as Annabeth Moreau Daveed Diggs as TBC Jared Padalecki as TBC Misha Collins as TBC Jensen Ackles will reprise his role as Soldier Boy in The Boys season 5, it has been confirmed. The news was announced at San Diego Comic-Con, in which Ackles made a surprise appearance. Showrunner Eric Kripke said (via Deadline): "We can announce that Soldier Boy will be a regular in season 5. The motherf***er’s back." Kripke had previously said in a 2022 interview: "We’ll all have to wait and see, but I can’t imagine the series ending without Soldier Boy making another appearance." It was also revealed that, once The Boys final season ends, Ackles will appear in a new prequel series called Vought Rising. We're not sure at the moment who else could return, but it seems likely that all of the main stars from The Boys season 4 will be back for season 5. That is, those who managed to survive. While we assumed that meant we wouldn't be seeing Claudia Doumit's Victoria Neuman again due to her death in the season 4 finale, Deadline has listed Doumit as a cast member who's set to return. We also wouldn't expect to see Robin's Grace Mallory again, except in flashback form, after her demise. Either way, fans will have to keep their eyes peeled on who returns in the upcoming season. We also have some new castings to look forward to! Stranger Things star Mason Dye, who played Jason Carver in the series, has been cast as Bombsight. While little is known about the character, Bombsight has actually been mentioned in The Boys before. In season 4, it was mentioned that he starred in the 1950s film The Curse of Fu Manchu from Vought International. Sources claim that Dye will also appear in upcoming spin-off Vought Rising but Prime Video declined to comment on that element of the casting. Dye isn't the only new face we'll see in season 5. Daveed Diggs, star of Hamilton, Snowpiercer, and The Little Mermaid, was recently cast in a mysterious role in the upcoming season. Meanwhile, there will be a reason to rejoice for Supernatural fans who watch The Boys. Jensen Ackles will be joined by his former co-stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins in the new season, a Supernatural reunion that nobody saw coming. Who Padalecki and Collins will be playing has yet to be announced. The trio shared the news in a video posted to social media, alongside the tagline "Season 5 just got a bit more supernatural". Padalecki recently teased what fans can expect from his on-screen reunion with his former Supernatural co-stars in the final season of The Boys, telling Business Insider during the 2025 Texas Film Awards. Confirming he will share screen time with Ackles, he continued: "I don’t know a whole lot about it, which is effing terrifying," he said. Meanwhile, Ackles said of welcoming Padalecki and Collins, when speaking with People: "It was weird. It was like inviting my friends over to somebody else’s house for dinner. I was like, 'Listen, guys, don’t make me look bad. I got to stay here.' They were amazing. I can't wait to talk more about it because it was quite an experience." We also know that a number of Gen V stars will be making an appearance, after the season 2 finale of that show saw them joining the official resistance against Homelander's reign, seemingly led by Starlight and A-Train. Those expected to appear include Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau, London Thor and Derek Luh as Jordan Li, Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer, Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap, Asa Germann as Sam Riordan and Keeya King as Annabeth Moreau. The Boys season 5 plot: What could happen? Exact plot details for The Boys season 5 are being kept under wraps, but if creator Kripke's recent comments are anything to go by, fans can expect an epic sendoff. Speaking to LadBible, Kripke previously teased: "You know, I think the finale of season four really shows you that we've been planning five years all along." He added: "There's no way a show goes one more season after the events of that finale. As far as we're concerned, it's our show's version of the apocalypse." Meanwhile, in an interview with ScreenRant, Colby Minifie, known for her role as Ashley Barrett, revealed that the season 5 ending is being kept hidden from the show's cast. She said: "We're still in the middle [of production on season 5], and those writers really know how to do it. They actually haven't given us the last two episodes yet, but it's all building. It's really building in a way where I'm like, "Oh my God, what's going to happen next?!" I can't wait to read those episodes. She continued: "It's crazy, man. It's been seven years working on that character, and it's crazy being in that headspace for so long. What's great about The Boys is that it allows us to comment on what's happening in our society in real-time. And it's palatable because it's within a genre that is fantasy." What we do know about The Boys season 5, plot-wise, is that there's going to be plenty of characters that aren't going to make it out alive. In an interview with Deadline, creator Eric Kripke has teased “there will probably be lots of deaths " and “there’s no guarantee of who’s gonna survive” the final season. Considering The Boys started as a comic and has its own ending, some fans may feel like they at least have an idea of who will survive. But according to cast member Nathan Mitchell (Black Noir) there are going to be some things in season 5 that fans aren't "going to have in [their] bingo card." What this means is anyone's guess, but we feel safe assuming that everyone is fair game. In June 2025, just before filming wrapped, Jack Quaid said that fans can expect "a great finale", as he praised Kripke for pulling it off and called it "a hard thing to do in TV". "I’m happy that [creator] Eric Kripke got to make the ending he intended, and he did a great job," he told The Hollywood Reporter. "So I’m excited for you guys to see it." Why will The Boys season 5 be the final season? Showrunner Eric Kripke has explained his reasoning for ending The Boys with its fifth season, saying it was always his plan and he just had to convince Prime Video. He told TVLine that Prime Video pushed back "lovingly", adding: "There was no, like, 'You have to keep this show going.' It was more of like a very friendly and respectful, like, 'Are you sure season 5 is the last season? Are you sure you don’t want to do more?'" He continued: "But we were already, like, barreling towards this. The truth is we knew that it was going to be a five-season story for years now. I mean, probably since writing the beginning of season 3, we knew, and so we were already laying down track that was always heading in this direction. "Honestly, they’ve been great about letting us end it on our own terms. I’m really grateful." However, fans don't need to worry that the fifth season will be a full-stop on the world of The Boys. Gen V could be renewed for season 3, and another Mexico-set spin-off in development, it seems there is plenty of potential for the universe to run and run. Kripke told Entertainment Weekly: "This story of The Boys will not continue on. With any luck, Gen V will continue on, there will be hopefully a couple others in development that we're talking about that can continue on, but The Boys story ends in season 5." Is there a trailer for The Boys season 5? There isn't a trailer available for The Boys season 5 yet. We will add any new footage from season 5 in here as and when it is released, but in the meantime you can rewatch the season 4 trailer below. View oEmbed on the source website The Boys seasons 1-4 are available to stream now on Prime Video – try Amazon Prime Video for free for 30 days. 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Gachiakuta anime release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Kei Urana's first season of Gachiakuta is off to an explosive start.
Gachiakuta is easily one of the best anime hits introduced this summer, and its thrilling blend of fantasy and dark social commentary is likely to thank. The series followed Rudo Surebrec, a down-on-his-luck guy who lives in a city divided by a harsh class system: criminals and undesirable citizens are thrown into the depths of a huge hole in the ground, known as The Pit. While the wealthy live in the fancy neighbourhoods of a floating city, The Pit is a trash-filled wasteland, home to a group called the Cleaners. This group fight back against the toxic monsters who roam The Pit. With the original Gachiakuta manga being 140 chapters long, there's a ton of material for the anime series to play around with. For now though, we've still got 10 plus episodes to go, leading right up until December. It even has a brand new opening theme too, which you can check out over on the official Gachiakuta account on X. Read below to find out everything you need to know about the Gachiakuta anime release schedule, including when the next episode will arrive. Gachiakuta release schedule: When are new episodes out? New episodes of Gachiakuta are released on Crunchyroll at 4pm on Sundays in the UK. Gachiakuta episode 1 – The Sphere - 6th July 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 2 – Imbued - 13th July 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 3 – The Ground - 27th July 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 4 – Cleaner HQ - 3rd August 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 5 – Raiders – 10th August 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 6 – It's a Hit!! – 17th August 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 7 – A Score to Settle – 24th August 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 8 – Moving Forward – 31st August 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 9 – The City of Graffiti – 7th September 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 10 – Penta: The Desert No Man's Land – 14th September 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 11 – Amo's Hospitality – 21st September 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 12 – Something Like A Curse – 28th September 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 13 – An Empty Gaze – 5th October 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 14 – The Storm Before the Storm – 12th October 2025 (out now) Gachiakuta episode 15 – 19th October 2025 Gachiakuta episode 16 – 26th October 2025 Gachiakuta episode 17 – 2nd November 2025 Gachiakuta episode 18 – 9th November 2025 Gachiakuta episode 19 – 16th November 2025 Gachiakuta episode 20 – 23rd November 2025 Gachiakuta episode 21 – 30th November 2025 Gachiakuta episode 22 – 7th December 2025 Gachiakuta episode 23 – 14th December 2025 Gachiakuta episode 24 – 21st December 2025 What time are new Gachiakuta episodes released? New episodes of Gachiakuta are released at the following times: 8am PT 11am ET 4pm BST 12am JST How many episodes will there be in Gachiakuta? We're expecting 24 episodes in this season of Gachiakuta. View oEmbed on the source website Where can I watch Gachiakuta? Gachiakuta streams exclusively on the anime subscription service Crunchyroll. So, even if you have other popular platforms, such as Netflix, Disney Plus or Amazon Prime, you cannot watch Gachiakuta on any but Crunchyroll. What's the plot of Gachiakuta? After being wrongfully charged with murder, Gachiakuta's young hero Rudo is thrown into The Pit, where he soon joins the Cleaners in their mission to get rid of The Pit’s resident monsters, who threaten not just the people below, but up top too. As he learns to navigate life in The Pit, Rudo also develops his superhuman fighting abilities, with help alongside new tools and new mentors among the Cleaners. But above all, Rudo seeks revenge against the people who sentenced him to a life in Hell. And he'll punch anyone he has to in order to get what he wants. Gachiakuta is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Add Gachiakuta to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
Those pesky kaiju are back at it again this new season.
Returning for a second season, Kaiju No. 8 is a fascinating twist on the ever-popular kaiju genre, starring a hero who wants to battle kaiju... while kind of being a kaiju himself. Based on the manga series by Naoya Matsumoto, this action-packed anime is a clever tribute to the Japanese giant monster genre, tapping into ideas that originated with Godzilla in the 1950s. Taking place in a world ravaged by kaiju attacks (much like the American kaiju movie Pacific Rim), Kaiju No. 8 focuses on an unlikely hero protagonist Kafka Hibino. He's always wanted to join the heroic Kaiju Defence Force, but after failing the entrance exams, he now works as a cleaner. But when Kafka gets attacked by a kaiju parasite, his life changes forever. This parasite gives him the ability to transform into a kaiju hybrid - a power he must hide from everyone around him, particularly once he gets a belated chance to live his dream of joining the Defence Force. Season 1 ended with Kafka's secret being revealed, leading into an equally action-packed second season in 2025. If you're just catching up now, here's everything you need to know about Kaiju No. 8's release schedule! What is the Kaiju No. 8 season 2 release schedule? New episodes of Kaiju No. 8 season 2 arrive each Saturday, following the season 2 premiere on 19th July 2025. However season 2 is now complete at 11 episodes, so if you're looking for future episode dates, you're out of luck! Here's the full list of release dates and episode titles for season 2, which is now available to stream on Crunchyroll: Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 1 - Kaiju Weapon - 19th July 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 2 - The Next Generation's Challenge - 26th July 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 3 - The Strongest Division - 2nd August 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 4 - The Man Called Isao Shinomiya - 9th August 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 5 - I Want to be Strong - 16th August 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 6 - Compatible User - 23rd August 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 7 - Wall - 30th August 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 8 - Destiny - 6th September 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 9 - Omen - 13th September 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 10 - Cataclysms - 20th September 2025 Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episode 11 - Second Wave - 27th September 2025 What time are the new Kaiju No. 8 season 2 episodes released? New episodes of Kaiju No. 8 arrive on Crunchyroll at 10am ET/7am PT/3pm BST. For UK-based viewers, this means they're available to stream on Saturday afternoons. But with season 2 now complete at 11 episodes, you shouldn't expect a new instalment this weekend! How many episodes will there be in Kaiju No. 8 season 2? Season 2 of Kaiju No. 8 is 11 episodes long, following a 12-episode first season. The season concluded on September 27th. So while many fans expected a 12-episode season like last year, that unfortunately wasn't the case. Where can I watch Kaiju No. 8 season 2? Kaiju No. 8 season 2 is available to stream on Crunchyroll and Netflix. However, Netflix only offers the show to a limited number of Asian territories. View oEmbed on the source website What’s the plot of Kaiju No. 8? This sci-fi/action series takes place in a world where kaiju (ie. giant monsters) regularly attack human civilization. Similar to the movie Pacific Rim, this has led to the development of a specialized anti-kaiju fighting force, where human heroes don powered suits to battle the monsters. Our down-on-his-luck protagonist Kafka Hibino vowed at a young age to join the Japanese Anti-Kaiju Defense Force, but while Kafka's friend Mina Ashiro achieved this dream, Kafka failed the Defense Force entrance exams. Now working for the kaiju clean-up crew, he's kind of a loser. But after a parasitic attack gives him kaiju transformation powers, his life gets a lot more complicated - especially once he actually gets accepted into the Defense Force himself. As of the season 1 finale, Kafka's secret has been revealed, and he's now promised to prove his worth as a fully-fledged member of the Defense Force. Kaiju No. 8 season 2 is available to watch now on Crunchyroll, alongside its initial release in Japan. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Naruto and Naruto Shippuden filler list: The episodes you can miss
Naruto and Naruto Shippuden have legendary episodes – but there's still plenty you can skip if you want to.
Naruto is one of the most iconic anime franchises in existence – a status it enjoys both due to its longevity, and thanks to its continuing popularity with kids. Its nostalgia value is undeniable. For many anime fans, Naruto was the show that made them fall in love with the medium, and for that reason alone it's widely regarded as a must-watch. Adapted from a long-running manga series by writer and artist Masashi Kishimoto, Naruto (and its sequel series Naruto Shippuden) is a ninja adventure story about an orphan boy named Naruto Uzumaki, who wants to grow up to become the Hokage (or leader) of Leaf Village. His journey involves training in martial arts and battling an ever-increasing number of enemies. While this is obviously an action franchise, the violence is kid-friendly, balanced out by comedic moments and storylines about love and friendship. In terms of sheer volume, Naruto is also one of the biggest anime/manga franchises around. Alongside the original comics, fans can enjoy spin-off video games, live-action adaptations, a vast array of merchandise, and even a musical. As for the actual anime, Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden boast an intimidating 700+ episodes combined, running from 2002 to 2017. And after that there's the sequel series Boruto, which ran for almost 300 further episodes. Given the length of those two original Naruto adaptations, it's no surprise that some of those episodes are filler. While seriously dedicated fans may want to watch every single episode, you can definitely skip some sections and still enjoy all the important parts of the story. But which bits qualify as essential viewing? Happily, we're here to help you answer that question. Read on for our guide to all the filler episodes in Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden, advising you on which episodes you can comfortably skip. What are the Naruto filler episodes? For newcomers to the world of Naruto, the following episodes are all generally agreed to be filler: 26 - Special Report: Live from the Forest of Death! 97 - Kidnapped! Naruto's Hot Spring Adventure! 101-106 - The Land of Tea Escort Mission Arc 136-140 - The Land of Rice Fields Investigation Mission Arc 143-219 You may notice that this list includes an eyebrow-raising run of 77 consecutive episodes. That's because this chunk of later episodes don't include anying that really develops the main characters or drives the plot forward. Some fans consider them to be a waste of time, but if you're concerned about skipping such a long section of the show, you can obviously drop in and check out a couple of episodes to get an idea of the tone. For instance episodes 169 to 173 see Naruto, Ino and Shino join forces with Anko for some higher-level missions, giving us a new perspective on how these characters work as a team and forge bonds together. Meanwhile episodes 102 to 106 cover a period after the Konoha Five fail to return with Sasuke. It's basically an extended conclusion to the Sasuke Retrieval arc, leading into the next storyline without really adding anything to the main plot. Read more: How old is Naruto? Explaining his timeline Is Naruto dead in Boruto? Naruto fans crown most popular character – and he's getting a spin-off What are the Naruto Shippuden filler episodes? Acting as a direct sequel to the original series, Naruto Shippuden continues the story two years later, meaning that our titular protagonist is now a little older. Clocking in at 500 episodes, this series represents a major undertaking for completists. However nearly 200 episodes of Naruto Shippuden are considered to be filler. If you want to enjoy a lean, stripped-down version of Naruto Shippuden, here's the list of episodes to skip: 57-71 - Twelve Guardian Ninja Arc 91-112 - Three-Tails' Appearance Arc 144-151 - Six-Tails Unleashed Arc 170-171 176-196 - Past Arc: The Locus of Konoha 223-242 - Paradise Life on a Boat Arc 257-260 271 279-295 - Fourth Shinobi World War: Confrontation Arc 303-320 347-361 - Fourth Shinobi World War: Climax / Kakashi's Anbu Arc 376-377 388-390 394-413 - In Naruto's Footsteps: The Friends' Paths Arc 416-431 - Birth of the Ten-Tails' Jinchuriki Arc 427-450 - Jiraiya Shinobi Handbook: The Tale of Naruto the Hero Arc 464-468 - Kaguya Otsutsuki Strikes Arc 480-483 - Childhood Arc As with our filler list for the original Naruto, a lot of these episodes either don't add anything to the core plot, or introduce new and extraneous material that didn't occur in the original manga. However there's some debate over whether the Kakashi: Shadow of the ANBU Black Ops arc (episodes 347 - 361) qualifies as filler or not. This section fleshes out the role of Kakashi (one of the strongest Naruto characters), and gives the Hyūuga sisters a more prominent role. So while it isn't necessary viewing for plot purposes, a lot of fans love these episodes for their strong character moments and action scenes. Likewise episodes 464 - 468 have plenty to offer, despite their reputation as filler. This brief arc explores a key element of the show's worldbuilding, the history of the Shinobi. So it's important viewing for lore-heads. How to watch Naruto in the UK For fans based in the UK, both Naruto and Naruto Shippuden are available to watch on Crunchyroll. You can also watch Naruto via Netflix, but that platform doesn't currently offer Naruto Shippuden. Over in the US, Naruto is one of several well-known anime shows that are now available for free on YouTube in a subtitled format. Unfortunately for international viewers though, those YouTube streams are geo-locked to the US - and don't include the dubbed versions of the show. View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
My Dress Up Darling season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
Now in its second season, My Dress Up Darling combines a familiar premise (an unlikely relationship between a popular girl and an awkward loner boy) with a much more unusual topic: Traditional Japanese hina dolls. The show’s protagonist Wakana keeps his love of hina dolls a secret, aware that crafting old-fashioned dolls won’t earn him any points with his peers. But when his popular classmate Marin finds out, she realises that they have a lot in common. As a cosplayer, Marin suggests that she and Wakana should combine their hobbies. Gradually, this brings the shy Wakana and the upbeat Marin together, setting the scene for a charming romantic comedy. If you want to catch up with the show, look no further! Here’s our guide to the season 2 release schedule for My Dress Up Darling. My Dress Up Darling season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? New episodes of My Dress Up Darling season 2 are released at 5:30pm on Saturdays. Episode 1 – Wakana Gojo, 15 Years Old, Teenager - 5th July 2025 Episode 2 – You Can Equip Boobs - 12th July 2025 Episode 3 – I Wuuuuv Slice-of-Life Scenes! ♥♥♥ - 19th July 2025 Episode 4 – Has All My Measurements Memorized - 26th July 2025 Episode 5 – 800 Million - 2nd August 2025 Episode 6 – I'll Make It Happen, No Matter What with These Two Hands - 9th August 2025 Episode 7 – 16th August 2025 Episode 8 – 23rd August 2025 Episode 9 – 30th August 2025 Episode 10 – 6th September 2025 Episode 11 – 13th September 2025 Episode 12 – 20th September 2025 What time are new My Dress Up Darling season 2 episodes released? Here is the release time around the world: 12:30pm EST 8:30am PST 5:30pm BST 1:30am JST How many episodes will there be in My Dress Up Darling season 2? My Dress Up Darling season 2 will run for 12 episodes. Where can I watch My Dress Up Darling season 2? My Dress Up Darling season 2 is available to stream on Crunchyroll, starting 5th July 2025. Season 1 of the series is also available on Amazon Prime and Netflix. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of My Dress Up Darling? Ornamental hina dolls are a traditional Japanese artform, displayed around Hinamatsuri, or "Doll's Day." Usually dressed in intricate costumes, these dolls require serious craftsmanship from their creators. In My Dress Up Darling, the teenage boy Wakana Gojo is one such artist. After an embarrassing childhood incident, Wakana keeps his doll hobby a secret. But when his popular classmate Marin discovers his talent for sewing, they form an unexpected partnership, with Wakana helping to make her cosplay costumes. In season 2, Wakana and Marin grow closer together, with Wakana gaining new confidence instead of shutting himself off from his peers. Meanwhile Marin gets to showcase some of her new costumes at a fan convention and the school’s beauty pageant. My Dress Up Darling season 2 is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Season 1 is available to watch on Crunchyroll, Netflix and Amazon Prime. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Dan Da Dan season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
The most exciting anime series of 2024 is back!
Earning praise for its high-energy take on supernatural teen fantasy, Dan Da Dan is one of the most exciting new anime series of the past few years. To borrow a couple of American references, this show is The X-Files meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer, involving a group of high schoolers who banish ghosts and investigate other paranormal threats in their hometown. Making the most of season 1’s ghostly cliffhanger ending, the second season is now in full swing - including a surprising teaser for a major villain from the original Dan Da Dan manga series. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the manga or a new fan of the show, now is obviously a great time to catch up. So with that in mind, here’s everything you need to know about the release schedule for Dan Da Dan season 2! Dan Da Dan season 2: When are new episodes out? New episodes of Dan Da Dan season 2 are released at 5pm BST on Thursdays. The release schedule currently looks like this: Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 1 - Like, This is the Legend of the Giant Snake - 3rd July 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 2 - The Evil Eye - 10th July 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 3 - You Won't Get Away with This! - 17th July 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 4 - That's, Like, Way Deadly - 24th July 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 5 - We Can All Stay There Together! - 31st July 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 6 - We Became a Family - 7th August 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 7 - 14th August 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 8 - 21st August 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 9 - 28th August 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 10 - 4th September 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 11 - 11th September 2025 Dan Da Dan season 2 episode 12 - 18th September 2025 View oEmbed on the source website What time are new Dan Da Dan episodes released? New episodes of Dan Da Dan are available at 5pm BST in the UK and: 9am PT 12pm ET 1am JST How many episodes will there be in Dan Da Dan season 2? Dan Da Dan season 2 is expected to run for 12 episodes. Is there an English dub for Dan Da Dan season 2? Yes, dubbed episodes of Dan Da Dan are released at the same time as the subtitled versions. Where can I watch Dan Da Dan season 2? Dan Da Dan season 2 streams on Crunchyroll and Netflix, starting 3rd July 2025. In select locations, such as the US, it will also be available via Hulu. Dan Da Dan. What’s the plot of Dan Da Dan season 2? Following the season 1 finale, Okarun accompanied Jiji to investigate his noticeably ominous house, while Momo dealt with some predators at a nearby hot spring. Soon enough, Jiji and Okarun figured out that the house contained some kind of supernatural threat, discovering a hidden chamber behind one of the walls. This sets the scene for the Cursed House arc from the manga series, introducing a conflict between Dan Da Dan’s heroes and a new group of antagonists in season 2. Dan Da Dan is available to watch now on Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hulu. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Rick and Morty season 9 release date speculation, latest news
Season 9 of Rick and Morty is already guaranteed.
Rick and Morty season 8 has come to an end with a finale that we won't be forgetting anytime soon. But already, fans are wondering: when will we see a season 9 – and will it be anytime soon? Or has the show been cancelled? This wacky sci-fi comedy follows Rick Sanchez, a grouchy and eccentric mad scientist who would rather hit you in the face than talk to you. He's joined by his anxious grandson, Morty Smith, and together, the two often go on wacky, intergalactic adventures that leave chaos in their wake. Last year, Adult Swim renewed Rick and Morty for a handful of future seasons, keeping it on the air until season 12 at the very least. So we know that there will be a season 9 coming. Read on below to find out everything we know about Rick and Morty season 9. Rick and Morty season 9 release date speculation While there has been no confirmation on the release date for Rick and Morty season 9, we can roughly guess when we think season 9 will be happening. After all, we know from creator Dan Harmon that the upcoming season was being written even before season 7 had aired. "We're writing season 9, we had way too much quality work down the pipe that I would have never let go away," Harmon told Radio Times after fears of cancellation surfaced. "Because I'm so proud of what people even get to see in season 7." With this in mind, we estimate that we'll see Rick and Morty return sometime in late 2026 or early 2027. Last season was marred by heavy delays due to the WGA strike, but unless something similar occurs, we're confident that fans of the show won't have to wait as long this time around. Who will return in Rick and Morty season 9? It's expected that the main cost will return for season 9, which of course includes Ian Cardoni and Harry Belden as Rick and Morty. Although we don't have any confirmed details, we also expect the series to feature several guest stars. The cast members we expect to return for season 9 are as follows. Ian Cardoni as Rick Sanchez Harry Belden as Morty Smith Chris Parnell as Jerry Smith Spencer Grammer as Summer Smith Sarah Chalke as Beth Smith and Space Beth Dan Harmon as Bird Person Tom Kenny as Squanchy and Gene John Allen as Mr Poopybutthole What could Rick and Morty season 9 be about? Rick and Morty's adventures always end up going intergalactic, and last season was no different. Considering how chaotic each season gets, we expect that season 9 will attempt to ramp it up a notch. Is there a Rick and Morty season 9 trailer? At the time of writing, there is no Rick and Morty season 9 trailer. However, with the season already confirmed and written, we assume that a trailer for the show will be released sooner rather than later. For now, check out Rick and Morty season 8's trailer. View Green Video on the source website Be sure to check this page regularly so you don't miss anything when the trailer is finally released. Rick and Morty airs on E4. Seasons 1-7 are available now on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Sci-Fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Uncover the story of Naoya Matsumoto's Kaiju No. 8 for yourself by diving deep into the manga.
Kaiju No. 8’s second season is set to release on 19th July. If you’re someone who enjoys monsters and intense action, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t watch the first season ahead of time and get stuck into the explosive world created by Naoya Matsumoto. However, why not go a step further and jump into the Kaiju No. 8 manga? The original manga was first published in July 2020 on Shueisha's Shōnen Jump+ online platform. The story follows cleaner Kafka Hibino, who has long wanted to become a Defense Force hero. Unfortunately, Kafka flunks all his entrance exams, leaving him to clean up the mess left behind by kaijus and the Force. However, things change when he ingests a parasite that gives him kaiju-based superpowers. If the premise sounds interesting to you and you want to read the manga alongside the anime series, you might be wondering: where can you read Kaiju No. 8? Don’t fret; we’re here to guide you. Buy the Kaiju No. 8 series at Amazon Buy the Kaiju No. 8 series at Waterstones Can I read the Kaiju No. 8 manga series for free? Technically, yes, you can read the entire Kaiju No. 8 manga series for free over on Manga Plus, an app for smart devices that includes a variety of titles across multiple genres. However, there is a catch: you’re only able to read these chapters once. That means the moment you’re done with a chapter, you won’t be able to reread it without forking over your money. If that doesn’t bother you, though, then yes, Manga Plus is the app that you need to read Kaiju No. 8 for free. Of course, this is only available for readers who want to read Kaiju No. 8 digitally. At the time of writing, there is no way to read the manga (physically) for free unless your local library has it in stock. With the above in mind, Kaiju No. 8 isn’t a completely inaccessible series, as there are legal ways to read it for free. It just comes with a few caveats that are worth considering. Where to buy the Kaiju No. 8 manga series The best way to access physical manga is by checking out your local bookseller’s manga collection to see if they offer the series. Or, if you want to see if you can access it for free, there’s never a wrong time to sign up to your local library. Alternatively, you can check out storefronts like Waterstones and Amazon. You can also purchase the Kaiju No. 8 manga series digitally via VIZ or Manga Plus. Both require a subscription in order to purchase, however. Is the Kaiju No. 8 manga finished? The Kaiju No. 8 manga is currently ongoing, which means that you’ve got plenty to catch up on alongside the anime when it airs on 19th July 2025. At the time of writing, the series currently has 15 physical volumes and 128 chapters. How many chapters does the Kaiju No. 8 manga have? The Kaiju No. 8 manga series has 128 chapters overall. However, because it is an ongoing series, expect more as weeks and months pass. When are the new Kaiju No. 8 chapters out? The Kaiju No. 8 manga appears to be updated at least twice a month; though, looking at the dates of previous chapters, it is sometimes only updated once a month. The next chapter for Kaiju No. 8 is scheduled to release on 17th July 2025. Are there differences between the Kaiju No. 8 manga vs anime? The Kaiju No. 8 anime features additional scenes to the manga, allowing for the development of certain characters. However, the most significant difference between the manga and the anime is the visual style. While this can be expected, fans of the manga have expressed their disappointment with the visuals of the anime more than once. Even so, if you’re interested in the manga, you shouldn’t let that bother you and give both the anime and manga a go – you might end up pleasantly surprised. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Invincible season 4 release date speculation, latest news
The wait for Invincible season 4 continues, with creator Robert Kirkman teasing that the next instalment will up the stakes in a massive way. Season 4 was announced at the show's San Diego Comic-Con panel in 2024 and, as fans will know, the next chapter in the story features more tricky decisions and high-stakes battles that will push Mark to his limits. The new season will also include the villain Thragg. Yet, as exciting as the updates around season 4 are, there's even more exciting news: Invincible has already been renewed for season 5. It goes without saying that whatever is in store for Mark (Steven Yeun), Eve (Gillian Jacobs) and the Guardians to grapple with in the upcoming fourth season, there will still be plenty more to come. Alongside the confirmation of season 5, a new cast member was announced: Matthew Rhys. Rhys is well-known for his roles in animation, such as The Owl House and Gremlins. It's not clear who he'll be playing, but if you want to see him in action, check out the season 5 announcement video now. As for season 4, read on to find out more on when exactly the next instalment could be released and everything else you need to know. Invincible season 4 release date speculation A release date for Invincible season 4 has not been confirmed yet, but we'd estimate that it will arrive in March/April 2026. Creator Robert Kirkman has previously expressed his ambition to have a season of Invincible release every year, but that will depend on how long the production process takes. Speaking to The Direct, he said: "Right now, the focus is making sure that the show comes out as regularly as possible, and we're trying not to have any distractions that are going to keep us from that. "So, right now, the focus has been getting season 3 wrapped up, getting season 4 wrapped up. Hopefully, once those are all tied up, we'll have some time to figure out how to do a little bit more, but we may not. I don't know, we'll see." The show usually favours a February/March/April release, so we'd expect the next instalment to come in the first half of the year. Invincible was renewed for season 4 in July 2024, before season 3 had even premiered. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website How many episodes will there be in Invincible season 4? We'd expect there to be another eight episodes in Invincible season 4. And if Kirkman and the rest of the crew behind the series get their way, there'll be plenty more episodes on their way in future seasons. How many seasons of Invincible will there be in total? Creator Kirkman recently said he hopes there will be "11 seasons or more". In an interview with The Direct, he said he tries "to answer this question differently every time", adding that, while only five seasons have been confirmed so far by Prime Video, he hopes they "get to go for 11 seasons or more". We'd be surprised if the show continued for a full 11 seasons – but you never know! Invincible season 4 cast The cast for Invincible season 4 has not yet been confirmed but, at the moment, we'd expect the following to return: Steven Yeun as Mark Grayson/Invincible Sandra Oh as Debbie Grayson JK Simmons as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man Gillian Jacobs as Eve Wilkins/Atom Eve Andrew Rannells as William Clockwell Walton Goggins as Cecil Stedman Chris Diamantopoulos as Donald Ferguson Ross Marquand as The Immortal, Rudy Connors Grey Griffin as Shrinking Rae Jay Pharoah as Bulletproof Ben Schwartz as The Shapesmith Kevin Michael Richardson as The Mauler Twins Mark Hamill as Art Rosenbaum Seth Rogen as Allen the Alien Clancy Brown as Damien Darkblood Sterling K Brown as Angstrom Levy Mahershala Ali as Titan Michael Dorn as Battle Beast Aaron Paul as Powerplex Simu Liu as Multi-Paul Jonathan Banks as Brit Kate Mara as Becky Duvall Xolo Maridueña as Fightmaster & Dropkick John DiMaggio as The Elephant Tzi Ma as Mr Liu Christian Convery as Oliver Grayson Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Conquest TBC as Thragg One big addition we're expecting is the character of Thragg, who's a huge villain in the comic books. We don't yet know who could voice the iconic character, but fans are theorising on social media. One character we're not expecting back is Rex Splode, voiced by Jason Mantzoukas, as he perished in season 3. However, we're not ruling it out completely as, in the world of Invincible, anything is possible. What could be the plot of Invincible season 4? We'd expect season 4 to adapt the Viltrumite War, the final climactic event between the Coalition of Planets and the Viltrum Empire. Invincible season 4 will also pick up after the Invincible War arc and after comic #65. Kirkman has teased the plot of season 4, telling Deadline: "Thragg is cast and will be in season 4. "So, I won’t reveal anything other than if you’ve been watching the show since season 1, you might be like, 'Hey, when is there going to be more Viltrumite stuff?' I will say that season 4 has more Viltrumite stuff that you might be wanting. "In season 2, we got the cool Anissa stuff and then Nolan’s story. In season 3, we got Conquest, and Nolan’s story, and stuff going on in space with Allen. "In season 4, it really ramps up. So, the people that are loving that aspect of the show, you will definitely get more of that." Previously speaking to RadioTimes.com, Kirkman also implied that the events of the Invincible War will be heavily felt in season 4, saying: "When we come back for season 4, we're going to be coming back to a very different world filled with very different characters." Kirkman also previously opened up to RadioTimes.com about the process of adapting the comic books, saying: "With this show, I envision it is a kind of process of, 'If it's not broken, don't fix it.' "So, when we sit down with the source material, if we feel like everything is working, we just try to make sure that we uphold what existed in the comics, trying to put a fresh coat of paint on it, trying to expand things where we can expand them, truncate things where you feel like that's necessary. "But if there's big moments and events that absolutely landed in the comics that I know the fan base is excited to see, you're going to get those moments." He then went on to clarify that any attempt to alter those moments will be "only to enhance", adding a little bit of extra something to build up a moment so that when an adapted moment from the comics finally lands, "it'll hit you in a different way", whether it's more emotional because you've had more time with certain characters or more intense because of that additional build-up. The ultimate reassurance that Invincible season 3 is a faithful adaptation to the comics, however, is when Kirkman mentions how he's compared Invincible with his time working on the TV adaptation The Walking Dead, where he learned that big changes from the source material aren't always needed. "It's really a process of trying to enhance what was in the comics, not to change it for the sake of giving you something different. That's something I learned from working on The Walking Dead," Kirkman said. "I was very much coming at things coming from a place of, 'They've read this before. Let's give them something different,' and I was pushing to change things as often as possible on that show. "Here, I'm like, 'You know what? Let's make sure we deliver that moment in a way that the fan base that's experienced the comics, that loves the comics, will love all over again.'" When could we expect a trailer for Invincible season 4? A trailer is likely to land around three or four months before the release date. We'll update this page as and when new information is made available. Invincible season 3 is available to stream in full now on Prime Video – you can sign up now for a free 30-day Prime Video trial. Check out more of our Sci-Fi and Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Sword Art Online is the king of the isekai genre. Here's how to watch it in an order that makes sense.
Picture this: you've signed up for a new MMO where, with technology called Nerve Gear, you'll be able to control your Avatar with your body. Only, things take a turn for the worse when you find yourself effectively trapped inside by the game's creator with one simple rule: if you die in the game, you die in real life. If that sounds like an intriguing premise to you, then you'll most definitely love Sword Art Online. Written by Reki Kawahara and illustrated by abec, Sword Art Online first began as a web novel in 2002, before it was adapted into a light novel series that is still ongoing today. It became so well-loved that it was adapted into an anime series produced by A-1 Pictures, which aired in 2012. Sword Art Online was instantly well-received by fans and critics alike, particularly for delving deeper into how online worlds can have psychological effects on the players that inhabit them. With such acclaim, it's no surprise that Sword Art Online has become a franchise in and of itself, quickly gaining video games and movies. With so much going on, new viewers may find it confusing to know where to start. Thankfully, we have just the guide to help you watch Sword Art Online in order. How to watch Sword Art Online in order Sword Art Online has 96 episodes across three seasons, so there's a lot for you to get into if you find yourself feeling the itch to try out this anime series. That's not even including the three movies. We recommend starting at the beginning and watching Sword Art Online in the order it was released, so you can fully appreciate the story's impact and avoid spoilers. Sword Art Online (2012) Sword Art Online EXTRA EDITION (2013) Sword Art Online II (2014) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Ordinal Scale- (2021) Sword Art Online: Alicization (2018-2020) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night (2022) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Progressive- Scherzo of Deep Night (2024) We're aware that Sword Art Online also has a Gun Gal spin-off series, but it's not necessary to watch this, as it doesn't have any significant impact on the franchise as a whole. If you want to watch it, however, we recommend doing so after Sword Art Online: Alicization. How to watch Sword Art Online movies in order Sword Art Online has four movies to its name. The first is EXTRA Edition, which, for most intents and purposes, is a massive recap of the first season of Sword Art Online. If you've already watched the first season, there's no real reason to watch this film unless you're in a hurry and want to know the basics of the first season as soon as possible. The next three movies are all based on original stories, rather than recaps like EXTRA Edition. As such, it's safe to watch them in release order without worrying about potentially spoiling anything. Sword Art Online EXTRA EDITION (2013) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Ordinal Scale- (2021) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Progressive- Aria of a Starless Night (2022) Sword Art Online The Movie: -Progressive- Scherzo of Deep Night (2024) How to watch the English dub of Sword Art Online You can watch the English dub of Sword Art Online via Crunchyroll as well as Apple TV+. How to watch Sword Art Online in the UK The best way to watch Sword Art Online in the UK is through Crunchyroll. You're also able to purchase DVDs and Blu-ray copies of the popular anime series via retail stores like HMV and Amazon. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Star City: Release date speculation, cast and latest news
Star City, the For All Mankind spin-off, continues to look promising.
Star City, a For All Mankind spin-off from Ben Nedivi, Matt Wolpert and Ronald D Moore, is an upcoming sci-fi show from Apple following the premise of an alt-history retelling of the space race. Its original show dared to ask the question: what if the space race ended with the Soviet Union putting the first man on the moon instead of the US? Star City, however, is taking a different approach. Instead of focusing on the space race as a whole, the series will delve into the lives of the people who made it possible for the Soviet space programme to succeed. The risks, the rewards, and everything in between. Everything it took to make it possible for the Soviet Union to take the first big step for mankind. Star City is still in its early stages of production, with news confirming that filming for the series took place in Lithuania earlier this year. The most recent news surrounding the series is that Priya Kansara (Polite Society, Bridgerton) has joined the cast as a regular. It has not yet been confirmed who her character is, or what role she will play. But when could the series arrive on Apple TV+? Read on for all we know so far. Star City release date speculation At this early stage, we have no confirmed release date for Star City. However, we estimate a release date of mid-2026 to early 2027, based on our knowledge of Star City's production. When we get more of an idea of when we can expect Star City to grace our screens, we'll update this guide with more information. Until then, please keep checking back regularly as more information becomes available. Who will be in the cast of Star City? Star City already has a jam-packed cast of star-studded talent going for it, with big names like Rhys Ifans (House of the Dragon) and Adam Nagaitis (Chernobyl). While none of the cast's characters have had their names confirmed, we do know that Ifans will be playing the 'Chief Designer', the individual who helps drive the Soviet Space programme team to success. Here's the full cast that we know so far: Rhys Ifans Anna Maxwell Martin Solly McLeod Agnes O'Casey Alice Englert Adam Nagaitis Josef Davies Ruby Ashbourne Serkis Priya Kansara Check back regularly, as we'll be updating this guide with more information about the cast's characters as details about the production, story, and more are announced. What could Star City be about? As a For All Mankind spin-off, Star City has already revealed itself to be a show about the space race. However, unlike the original show, Star City will focus more on the Soviets who helped make it possible for the Soviet Union to put the first man on the moon, rather than the US. How many episodes could Star City consist of? At the time of writing, it has not yet been confirmed how many episodes Star City will consist of. However, if we consider that it's a spin-off of For All Mankind, we can make an overall estimate. Each For All Mankind season consists of 10 episodes - so it wouldn't be too out of the question to assume that Star City would also have the same amount. Of course, given how costly it has become to produce TV, it could also have fewer episodes, perhaps around eight. Again, this is an estimate, and the actual number of episodes has not been confirmed. How many seasons of Star City will there be? It has not been confirmed whether or not Star City will have more than one season. As more information is revealed, we will update this guide if any more details on the sci-fi show's seasons are confirmed. Is there a trailer for Star City? Not yet! We'll keep this page updated with any footage that comes our way. In the meantime, check out the original show's For All Mankind trailer for season 4. View oEmbed on the source website Check out more of our Entertainment coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to <a id="menurjqo" class="fui-Link ___1q1shib f2hkw1w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1s184ao f1mk8lai fnbmjn9 f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/audio/podcasts/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Link The Radio Times Podcast">The Radio Times Podcast.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 release date speculation
Frieren and the gang are set to return in 2026.
If you enjoy your fantasy with drama and adventure, you’ll no doubt have already heard of the anime series Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End from studio Madhouse and creator Kanehito Yamada. Previously established as a manga in Weekly Shōnen Sunday magazine back in April 2020, the series follows the titular character Frieren, an elven mage who adventures through a fantasy world. As an elf with a lifespan that far outlasts most she meets, Frieren comes to reckon with her friends' mortality in comparison to her own, which leads her to journey to a place where she can say a proper goodbye to her comrade, Himmel, who fought to defeat the Demon King. It may sound fairly melancholic, and there are instances where it is, but Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End first season was well received by critics and fans alike. And now they want more. Read on to find out everything you need to know about the speculated release date of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 release date speculation At the time of writing, Crunchyroll has confirmed that viewers can expect to see the second instalment of Frieren’s adventures sometime in January 2026. It will be aired in the following territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS and India. When we have more solid information on an exact release date, we’ll be sure to update this page. So check back regularly. Where can I watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2? Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is available to watch now on Crunchyroll and Netflix. We suspect that this will be the same for season 2, but we will update this page with more information if that proves not to be the case. What could the plot of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 be? The first season dealt with Frieren having to come to terms with the fact that her life span means she’ll lose most of the people she loves. We suspect this will continue in season 2, as this series prides itself on tackling some tough questions and circumstances. Speaking of which, the first season ended with Frieren and Fern completing their mage exams. Fern passed with flying colours, though Frieren ended up being banned from the Magic Association. It puts a spanner in the works for our heroes. Even so, we doubt Frieren and co are planning to turn back now. Season 2 will continue the adventurer’s journey through the northern territories to get to Himmel and say goodbye. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 cast speculation While we don’t have complete confirmation on who will be making a return for season 2 of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, we’re almost certain that the majority of the main cast will be making a return. Frieren - Atsumi Tanezaki (JP) / Mallorie Rodak (ENG) Fern - Kana Ichinose (JP) / Jill Harris (ENG) Stark - Chiaki Kobayashi (JP) / Jordan Dash Cruz (ENG) Sein - Yuichi Nakamura (JP) / Christopher Wehkamp (ENG) Is there a trailer for Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2? There is! Watch below to check out the official Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End season 2 trailer. View oEmbed on the source website Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is available to watch now on Netflix and Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Sakamoto Days Part 2 release date: When are new episodes out on Netflix?
Sakamoto Days Part 2 is just around the corner.
Sakamoto Days Part 1 came to an end in March 2025, with the first part ending with Sakamoto, Shin and Lu being challenged to a gambling competition by Wutang. It's been a long wait, but now Part 2 is officially just around the corner and we, as well as the show's many fans, can't wait to see what's in store for us. Written and illustrated by creator Yuto Suzuki, Sakamoto Days is adapted from a popular manga series, and follows the days of Taro Sakamoto, a retired hitman. Sakamoto was the best at what he did, but he gave it all up after falling in love with a convenience store clerk. He married her, settled down and had a family. Sakamoto has been living this new life for years now, but his past is about to come knocking once more... The anime's first part premiered on Netflix on January 11, 2025, and ended in March. So, when can we expect to see Part 2 of the anime series? Here's everything we know so far. When is Sakamoto Days Part 2 out on Netflix? Sakamoto Days Part 2 is set to arrive on Netflix in July. The first episode of Part 2 will premiere on Monday 21st July. The release schedule for Sakamoto Days Part 2 is expected to be similar to Part 1, with episodes airing weekly and arriving on the same day as their original air date in Japan. In the meantime, Netflix has unveiled a new visual, which you can see below: View oEmbed on the source website Fans of the series will also be pleased to know that a new video for Sakamoto Days Part 2's OP has been unveiled via YouTube, which you can now watch below. Be warned, it's an earworm. View oEmbed on the source website Sakamoto Days Part 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? New episodes of Sakamoto Days Part 2 are released every Monday on Netflix. Here is the full schedule so far, but please note that these dates are subject to change if episodes are delayed or otherwise affected. Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 1 - 21st July Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 2 - 28th July Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 3 - 4th August Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 4 - 11th August Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 5 - 18th August Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 6 - 25th August Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 7 - 1st September Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 8 - 8th September Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 9 - 15th September Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 10 - 22nd September Sakamoto Days part 2 episode 11 - 29th September This two-part format is typical for ongoing anime shows licensed by Netflix for international release – unlike Netflix's original series, which tend to drop an entire season all at once. Is there a Sakamoto Days Part 2 trailer? You can watch the Sakamoto Days Part 2 main trailer below! View oEmbed on the source website Where can I watch Sakamoto Days? Sakamoto Days streams exclusively on Netflix in the UK. Check out the rest of our Sci-Fi and Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what’s on tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Gintama can look a little confusing, but we promise it's easier than it looks to watch this sci-fi series.
Developed by creator Hideaki Sorachi in 2003, Gintama follows the a space samurai known as Gintoki Sakata, a self-established freelancer who works alongside his friends Shinpachi Shimura and Kagura in a store to help pay rent. Oh, and the Tokyo they live in has been conquered by aliens. Because why not? If that sounds a little wacky, then it's because it is. But that's what makes the series so memorable in the first place. Fun fact: Gintama is cited as one of the best-selling manga series of all time, with over 55 million copies in print alone. But it isn't just the manga that's popular. Gintama's anime, which began in December 2003 and only ended in June 2019, has had its home entertainment releases consistently in the top ten rankings of DVDs and Blu-rays. If that isn't worth bragging about, then we don't know what is. Gintama is also coming back in a major way with a brand new spin-off series: Gintama '3-Nen Z-Gumi Ginpachi-sensei. Its first trailer was revealed earlier in the year, but its launch is set to come sometime in October 2025. Of course, some fans may be wondering if you need to watch everything Gintama to understand it. If that's you, then you're in the right place. Read on to learn the best way to watch this expansive anime (though not quite as expansive as One Piece) in order. Should I watch Gintama in chronological order? Gintama can seem a little confusing initially due to all the slightly different wordings of each season, with some being cited as ‘sequel series’ – but in actuality, they’re all seasons of a singular show just branded slightly differently to reflect each season’s different tone and style. Here’s the best way to watch all of Gintama in order: Gintama episodes 1 - 57 Gintama: The Movie (this serves as a remake of episodes 58 - 61) Gintama episodes 62 - 201 Gintama’ episodes 1 - 51 Gintama’ Enchousen episodes 1 - 53 Gintama: The Movie: The Final Chapter: Be Forever Yorozuya Gintama° episodes 1 - 51 Gintama. episodes 1 - 12 Gintama.: Slip Arc episodes 1 - 13 Gintama.: Silver Soul Arc 1 - 26 Gintama: The Semi-Final Gintama: The Final What episodes of Gintama should I skip? Given how extensive the anime is in terms of episodes, there’s a surprisingly low number of episodes that serve as ‘filler’, but as always, there are at least a few that you can trim if you’re looking to get a straight-up story. The first two episodes of the original Gintama series are skippable because they’re more just celebrating that the manga has been adapted to anime, rather than setting up any kind of story. You can also skip episodes 58-61, as Gintama: The Movie exists, serving as a direct remake of that run of episodes. While you can still watch them if you like, The Movie has far better animation. Where can I watch Gintama in the UK? The best way to currently watch Gintama is through Crunchyroll. Otherwise, its seasons are available to purchase through Amazon on DVD and Blu-ray. View Green Video on the source website Check out more of our Anime coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
My Dress-Up Darling season 2 dub release date speculation and latest news
Wakana and Marin are back – but when can we expect the English dub release?
My Dress-Up Darling season 2 is in full swing, but fans of the romantic comedy are wondering when they’ll be able to hear the dubbed version of the series. The romantic comedy, developed by studio CloverWorks and directed by Keisuke Shinohara, follows the quiet loner Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa, the most popular girl in school. Despite coming from two very different worlds, they discover they aren’t all that dissimilar after all and bond over cosplay, dolls and fashion. The second season has already been well-received by fans and critics alike, and there are still plenty more episodes to come out in the following weeks. If you prefer your anime dubbed to subbed, here's everything we know so far about when an English dub will be available on Crunchyroll. My Dress-Up Darling season 2 dub release date speculation At the time of writing, it has yet to be confirmed when viewers can expect a release date for the dub of My Dress-Up Darling season 2. That being said, we do know that a dub is on the way, having been confirmed via Crunchyroll in June. Although there’s no official confirmation, we can speculate on when the dub may be released. Usually, dubbed episodes are released about two weeks behind subbed episodes, so we'd expect My Dress-Up Darling season 2’s first two episodes to drop around 19th July. Again, this is just an estimate. Please check this page regularly, as we will confirm a release date for the dub once we receive a solid confirmation. View oEmbed on the source website Which languages is My Dress-Up Darling season 2 available in? My Dress-Up Darling season 2 is subtitled in the following languages on Crunchyroll: English Spanish (Latin America) Spanish (Spain) French German Italian Portuguese Vietnamese Russian Arabic Chinese (simplified) Chinese (traditional) Thai Bahasa Indonesia Bahasa Melayu The dubbed version of My Dress-Up Darling season 2 will include English, but at the time of writing, we’re unable to speculate if it will consist of other dubbed languages. My Dress Up Darling season 2 is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Season 1 is available to watch on Crunchyroll, Netflix and Amazon Prime. Check out more of our Anime coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4 – Release date speculation, latest news
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4 is hotly anticipated – here's everything we know so far!
Bleach fans are eagerly awaiting the fourth season of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, also known as Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity. But when will it be available to stream? A sequel to the iconic Shonen anime series, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War adapts the manga's final act, starting out with a storyline covering the mysterious mass disappearance of Hollows from Hueco Mundo. Since then, Ichigo has faced up against several different antagonists, including the nefarious Yhwach. There's a lot to look forward to in the show's upcoming fourth season, but since we're already halfway through 2025, fans may be getting impatient to hear some new updates. Here's everything we know about Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4, including its expected release window. Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4 release date speculation As of July 2025, the season now has an official release window. Confirmed at Anime Expo 2025, Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is set to return sometime in 2026. The announcement didn't confirm a specific release date, but the series could be ready to air early in the year, potentially during the spring 2026 release window. Alongside this release date announcement, the show also shared a "super teaser" poster: What will be the plot of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4? The official Hulu plot summary describes the new season in these terms: "When a new enemy appears, Substitute Soul Reaper Ichigo Kurosaki jumps back into the battlefield with his Zanpakuto to help those in need." Otherwise, we obviously don't know many specifics of the plot - although manga fans will be able to make some guesses, and the teaser trailer includes details like Ichigo's new Zanpakuto. This season is expected to cover Soul King's history and the history of the Soul Society, after those themes were introduced in part 3. As the final instalment in the series, Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity is expected to feature an epic showdown between Ichigo Kurosaki and Yhwach. We also know that the story will incorporate new material that didn't appear in the original manga. How many episodes will there be in Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4? This season is expected to run for 13 episodes, although this hasn't been officially confirmed so far. Is there a trailer for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 4? There is no full-length trailer, but a teaser trailer is available. Check it out below: View oEmbed on the source website While it doesn't reveal all too much about what to expect for season 4, it does highlight some amazing visuals of Ichigo. How to watch Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War All new episodes of the anime will be streamed on Hulu in the US, while those in other territories, like the UK, will find it on Disney+. Those in Asia can watch Bleach TYBW on Ani-One Asia. View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War is available to watch on Disney+. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Summer Hikaru Died anime release schedule: When are new episodes out?
This eldritch horror anime series is a must-watch.
With summer comes the expectation of sweet tales and young love, but if you’re after something a bit darker, more ghastly, and something that’s sure to turn your stomach… then you’ll certainly want to consider Mokumokuren’s and Cygames Pictures' anime adaptation of The Summer Hikaru Died. The series follows two teen boys, Yoshiki and Hikaru. Close friends despite their differences, things take a turn for the worse when Hikaru is fatally injured on a hiking trip up in the mountains. While it seems as though that’s it for the teenager, an eldritch creature comes across him and effectively consumes him by becoming him physically. Hikaru returns, but all wrong. Yoshiki and the rural town notice, but it may just be too late to stop Hikaru’s new alien nature from consuming them all. If this premise sounds right up your street and you want to know more, then read on to learn everything there is to know about The Summer Hikaru Died's release schedule – from how many episodes to expect to when and where you can watch the anime series. The Summer Hikaru Died anime release schedule: When are new episodes out? The current release schedule for The Summer Hikaru Died looks like this: The Summer Hikaru Died episode 1 – Replacement - 5th July 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 2 – 12th July 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 3 – 19th July 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 4 – 26th July 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 5 – 2nd August 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 6 – 9th August 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 7 – 16th August 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 8 – 23rd August 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 9 – 30th August 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 10 – 6th September 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 11 – 13th September 2025 The Summer Hikaru Died episode 12 – 20th September 2025 How many episodes will there be in The Summer Hikaru Died? At the time of writing, it hasn’t been established how many episodes The Summer Hikaru Died will have. That said, considering it only had six tankōbon volumes released and its genre, we speculate that there will be 12 episodes overall, running from July to September. If information comes to light that states otherwise, we'll be sure to update this guide and let you know. View oEmbed on the source website Where can I watch The Summer Hikaru Died? The Summer Hikaru Died will be streaming exclusively on Netflix, starting 5th July 2025. It will also be available for free on Abema in Japan on the same date. What’s the plot of The Summer Hikaru Died? Two teenage boys, Yoshiki and Hikaru, live in a rural mountain town and, despite being total opposites to one another, are best friends. However, things turn sour when Hikaru perishes during a mountain hiking trip. While the town mourns him, it all ends up being for naught as he returns a week later, completely unharmed. Yet things aren’t so simple. Yoshiki knows that his best friend is different now, but has no idea how to stop whatever eldritch creature is in charge of his body. The Summer Hikaru Died is available to watch now on Netflix and Abema. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
This surreal slice-of-life comedy returns for a brand new season.
Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 is just around the corner, with it bringing a brand new adventure for protagonist Iori Kitahara and his friends in the local diving club, ‘Peek a Boo’. Developed as a manga title by Kenji Inoue in 2014, the series quickly hit it big thanks to its surreal comedy and wacky cast of characters, getting published in Kodansha USA soon afterwards. It was no surprise, then, that it was eventually developed into an anime series back in 2018 and was well-received due to its feel-good antics and laugh-out-loud atmosphere. When the first season ended, however, fans were concerned about whether or not the series would ever get a season 2 at all. At the time, the anime wasn’t too far behind from the manga, and even then the series went on hiatus back in 2021 and again in 2024. But good things come to those who wait, and now Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 is on the way. Read ahead to find everything you need to know about the Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 release schedule. Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? New episodes of Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 are released every Monday, with the anime officially premiering on 7th July 2025. Check back regularly, as we’ll update this page as more information about the series episodes as they release. It should be noted that, outside of the dates where episodes have already been released, these dates are speculative and are liable to change if the anime decides to delay an episode for whatever reason. Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 1 – 7th July 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 2 – 14th July 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 3 – 21st July 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 4 – 28th July 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 5 – 4th August 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 6 – 11th August 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 7 – 18th August 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 8 – 25th August 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 9 – 1st September 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 10 – 8th September 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 11 – 15th September 2025 Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episode 12 – 22nd September 2025 What time are new Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 episodes released? At the time of writing, the exact time when new episodes of Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 are released has yet to be confirmed. That said, please check back regularly, as we’ll update this page when Crunchyroll confirms a time. How many episodes will there be in Grand Blue Dreaming season 2? Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 hasn’t yet had its number of episodes confirmed for season 2. However, considering the first season had 12 episodes, which is the usual number of episodes for an anime series, we see little reason to suspect less or more for the newest season. Yet if Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 does end up having fewer or more episodes for whatever reason, we’ll be sure to update this page to reflect that information. Where can I watch Grand Blue Dreaming season 2? Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. It was initially released on 7th July 2025. You can also watch Grand Blue Dreaming season 1 on Amazon Prime Video, if that’s your preferred streaming platform. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Grand Blue Dreaming? Grand Blue Dreaming follows the story of Iori Kitahara, who moves into the diving shop of his uncle in a seaside town. What he hopes will be just a normal new start is soon dashed to the side thanks to the party-loving, booze-fueled adventures of the diving club Peek a Boo. Despite trying to steer the club onto the right path, aka actually diving, Iori is soon pulled into drunken, comedic antics that turn his life upside down. Grand Blue Dreaming season 2 is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. The first season is also available to watch on Amazon Prime Video. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Uncover the story of Kei Urana's Gachiakuta for yourself by diving deep into the manga.
If you’re an enjoyer of dark fantasy and dystopian settings, then you’ll no doubt be excited for the upcoming anime series Gachiakuta. It’s set to stream exclusively on Crunchyroll this July, promising gore, dark themes and so much more. But what if you wanted to get a head start and read ahead? Then you should check out the original manga, which was released back in 2022 and is still ongoing. But where do you start? Gachiakuta was first published in 2022 in Weekly Shōnen Magazine. The plot follows Rudo Surebrec, a young boy who lives among the tribesfolk, the poorer working class who live under the heel of the echelons of higher society. The rich dump anything deemed trash, which does include actual human beings, into ‘The Pit’ – a massive dump site below the town. Things come to a head when Rudo is accused of murder and is forced into The Pit himself. He wakes in a toxic wasteland with no clue what to do, but soon joins up with a group known as ‘The Cleaners’. His goal? To get back to The Sphere and enact revenge on those who forced him into The Pit in the first place. If the premise sounds interesting to you and you want to read the manga alongside the anime series, you might be wondering: where can you read Gachiakuta? Don’t fret; we’re here to guide you. Buy the Gachiakuta series at Amazon Buy the Gachiakuta series at Waterstones Can I read the Gachiakuta manga series for free? Unfortunately, if you’re looking to access Gachiakuta for free, then you’ll leave this page feeling a little disappointed. There is currently no way to read the series for free. Legally, anyway. But hope isn’t completely lost. While you can’t access Gachiakuta for free, there are ways to access the manga digitally through subscription services, namely a subscription to Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine. Though, as with all subscriptions, you should expect to cough up some money to be able to read the series. While paying might sting the wallet a little, the digital volumes of Gachiakuta aren’t too inaccessible, at just $10.99. Still, there’s no current (legal) free way to read the Gachiakuta manga series. If a way becomes accessible, we’ll be sure to let you know, so please check back regularly. Where to buy the Gachiakuta manga series Much like its digital counterpart, the physical copies of Gachiakuta aren’t available for free. If that’s not a dealbreaker for you, then we recommend checking your local bookseller’s manga collection to see if they offer the series. Or, if you want to see if you can access it for free, there’s never a wrong time to sign up for your local library. Alternatively, you can check out storefronts like Waterstones and Amazon. You can also purchase the Gachiakuta manga series digitally via Kodansha, though you’re unable to purchase chapter by chapter as all that’s available are volumes. Is the Gachiakuta manga finished? The Gachiakuta manga is currently ongoing, which means that you’ve got plenty catch up on alongside the anime when it airs this July. At the time of writing, the series currently has 14 physical volumes and 140 chapters. How many chapters does the Gachiakuta manga have? The Gachiakuta manga series has 140 chapters, overall. However, because it is an ongoing series, expect more as weeks and months pass. When are new Gachiakuta chapters out? The Gachiakuta manga appears to be updated weekly on Tuesdays. Its latest chapter, Chapter 140, is titled Weakness (Part 1). Are there differences between the Gachiakuta manga vs anime? It is too early to tell whether the Gachiakuta manga will be different from the anime. But what we can glean from the Gachiakuta trailers and interviews is that the same dark tone and themes seem to be present in both. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guideto find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Secrets of the Silent Witch anime release schedule: When are new episodes out?
Don't stay silent about this upcoming anime series.
If you’re craving something sickly sweet while also wanting adventure, then Matsuri Isora and Nanna Fujimi’s light novel turned anime series, Secrets of the Silent Witch, may be just the thing for you. Better yet, you won’t have to wait long to watch the anime series as it’s set to release this July. The series follows Monica Everett, the Silent Witch. According to a summary from Crunchyroll, Monica is the only mage in the world who can use her magic without having to utter a single word – already making her a legendary hero. However, the only reason Monica doesn’t talk is that, you’ve guessed it, she’s actually incredibly shy and would prefer not to. Mood. But things are about to change for Monica. Soon, she’ll actually have to interact socially. How will she manage? Find yourself intrigued by the premise and want to know more? Read on to learn everything there is to know about the Secrets of the Silent Witch release schedule, from how many episodes to expect to when and where you can watch the anime series. Secrets of the Silent Witch anime release schedule: When are new episodes out? The premiere of Secrets of the Silent Witch is 5th July 2025. At the time of writing, no episode titles have been revealed. However, we will be sure to update this page as more information about the series comes out. With the release date of the anime series being confirmed for 5th July, we’ve narrowed down the potential release schedule for Secrets of the Silent Witch. Unfortunately, it has not been confirmed whether the anime will have 12 or 24 episodes, but considering that a usual anime season is 12, we’re assuming this will be the case for Secrets of the Silent Witch. If this changes, we’ll update this page to reflect that. It should be noted that these dates are speculative and are liable to change as more information about the newest season comes out. Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 1 – 5th July 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 2 – 12th July 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 3 – 19th July 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 4 – 26th July 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 5 – 2nd August 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 6 – 9th August 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 7 – 16th August 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 8 – 23rd August 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 9 – 30th August 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 10 – 6th September 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 11 – 13th September 2025 Secrets of the Silent Witch episode 12 – 20th September 2025 What time are new Secrets of the Silent Witch episodes released? Outside of episodes releasing on a Saturday, the exact timing for the release of Secrets of the Silent Witch episodes hasn’t yet been confirmed. When we get more information about when the episodes will drop, we’ll be sure to update this guide. How many episodes will there be in Secrets of the Silent Witch? We’ve not got direct confirmation on how many episodes Secrets of the Silent Witch have. That said, considering it’s a light novel being adapted and the usual anime season for this genre, we speculate that there will be 12 episodes overall, running from July to September. If information comes to light that states otherwise, we'll be sure to update this guide and let you know. Where can I watch Secrets of the Silent Witch? Secrets of the Silent Witch will be streaming on Crunchyroll, starting 5th July 2025. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Secrets of the Silent Witch? There was once a witch who defeated a legendary black dragon single-handedly. This witch is known as Monica Everett, also referred to as the Silent Witch. It's she who viewers will follow in the Secrets of the Silent Witch. As established previously, Monica is considered a legend due to her ability to cast magic without uttering a single word. However, the reason for this is simple: she’s too shy. If someone could have zero self-confidence, it would be Monica. Yet now Monica has been tasked with something that’ll force her out of comfort zone: guarding the second prince. Not only will she go up against some seriously tricky obstacles, but she’ll also have to face the terrors of social interaction. Shouldn’t be too hard, right? Secrets of the Silent Witch is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will there be a The Apothecary Diaries season 3? Latest news and speculation
Will Maomao's adventures come to an end during the season 2 finale?
The Apothecary Diaries anime, based on the light novel series by Natsu Hyūga, is officially over. But is The Apothecary season 3 on the way? The light novel had 16 volumes packed with stories to tell, and there are still plenty of things to uncover in the anime series. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean a season 3 is guaranteed to happen to tell them. That said, given how popular the series is – its season 2 opening gained 1.3 million views in just three days – it would be surprising if The Apothecary Diaries ended without its proper conclusion. With that said, read on to learn everything we know about a The Apothecary Diaries season 3, from a potential release date to speculation about the returning cast of characters. Will there be a The Apothecary Diaries season 3? As of the time of writing, The Apothecary Diaries season 3 has yet to be confirmed. But before you lose hope, fans of the series should pay close attention to the special The Apothecary Diaries panel happening right now over at Anime Expo 2025. Guest stars Aoi Yuki, who voices Maomao, and Asami Seto, who voices Shisui, are present, and speculation about whether they'll announce season 3 has risen. Check back in the future where we’ll hopefully be able to confirm whether The Apothecary Diaries season 3 is happening and, most importantly, when. When could a potential The Apothecary Diaries season 3 air? While it’s hard to pin down an exact potential release date for The Apothecary Diaries season 3, we would speculate that – if confirmed – the third season would be released sometime in early 2027. This takes into account the length of time between the first and second seasons, as well as the efforts required to develop an anime series. While the series is indeed popular, its high quality is what makes it so well-loved in the first place, so TOHO Animation Studio and OLM shouldn’t and wouldn’t want to rush. We will update this section as soon as we have more information, so please check back regularly. Who could return for a potential The Apothecary Diaries season 3? If we’re to speculate based on the number of appearances in episodes, as well as the overarching storyline set out in The Apothecary Diaries light novel and anime, here’s who are the most likely cast members to return for a potential season 3: Maomao - Aoi Yūki (JP) / Emi Lo (EN) Jinshi - Takeo Ōtsuka (JP) / Kaiji Tang (EN) Shisui - Asami Seto (JP) / Suzie Yeung (EN) Xiaolan - Misaki Kuno (JP) / Bree Han (EN) Gyokuyō - Atsumi Tanezaki (JP) / Molly Zhang (EN) Gaoshun - Katsuyuki Konishi (JP) / Alex Hom (EN) Is there a trailer for a The Apothecary Diaries season 3? No trailer has been announced for The Apothecary Diaries season 3. But we'll update this page as soon as more information about the potential next season is revealed. So be sure to check in! The Apothecary Diaries is available to watch on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Discover the story behind Yukinobu Tatsu's Dan Da Dan right from it began: the original manga.
If you’re just as excited as we are that the Dan Da Dan anime is returning with season 2 this July, then you might also be wondering if now is a good time to jump into the manga. If so, you’re in the right place. The Dan Da Dan manga from creator Yukinobu Tatsu was first published in Shōnen Jump magazine in April 2021. Ever since, the series has continued to be updated, with the manga still ongoing to this day. The plot of Dan Da Dan revolves around the adventures of protagonist Momo, a psychic girl who is able to see ghosts and other supernatural entities, and Okarun, an alien-obsessed boy. After an unfortunate bet that has them fighting against extraterrestrials and the paranormal, the two quickly become friends. Only, their lives are disrupted by forces beyond their control. Dan Da Dan’s anime adaptation was well-received by fans, and an upcoming season 2 is on the way. So, for those looking to get an idea on what to expect, now’s the perfect time to catch up on the manga. Which begs the question: where can you read the DanDaDan manga in the first place? Don’t fret; we’re here to guide you. Buy the Dan Da Dan series at Amazon Buy the Dan Da Dan series at Waterstones Can I read the Dan Da Dan manga series for free? If you’re looking to access Dan Da Dan for free, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear that it is indeed possible. To do so, you can access the manga via the app Manga Plus, where you’re able to access all of the chapters right from the very beginning. However, there is a ‘but’ coming along. While you can access Dan Da Dan for free digitally, it is only the older chapters, and you’re only able to read through the chapter once before you’re asked to sign up for the subscription of Manga Plus. Although the manga can be accessed digitally for free, it comes with a few limitations and restrictions that you should be aware of. There is also VIZ, but like Manga Plus, you’re only able to access certain chapters for free before you’re forced to join and subscribe. If there are other ways you can access the manga for free, then we’ll be sure to let you know – so make sure you check back regularly. Where to buy the Dan Da Dan manga series Physical copies of the Dan Da Dan manga aren’t available for free, which might be a deal-breaker for some. But for those not deterred, we recommend checking your local bookseller’s manga collection or even your library if you want to try to read the manga for free. You also should check out storefronts like Waterstones and Amazon. That said, the series isn’t entirely inaccessible to get into if you know where to look. For one thing, you can subscribe to VIZ or Manga Plus in order to access the full library straight away. With digital, you don’t have to wait for physical volumes and can catch up with the Dan Da Dan story straight away. Is the Dan Da Dan manga finished? The Dan Da Dan manga is currently ongoing, which means that you’ve got plenty to jump into and talk about with others with each new chapter that releases. At the time of writing, the series currently has 19 physical volumes and 197 chapters. How many chapters does the Dan Da Dan manga have? The Dan Da Dan manga series has 197 chapters overall. However, because it is an ongoing series, expect more as weeks and months pass. When are the new Dan Da Dan chapters out? The Dan Da Dan manga appears to be updated twice a month. Are there differences between the Dan Da Dan manga vs anime? If you’re expecting picture-perfect accuracy between a manga and anime, you may be disappointed. That said, there don't seem to be too many changes with the Dan Da Dan manga vs anime. One change that may surprise readers and viewers alike is the shift in tone and execution between the two, with the anime taking itself a lot less seriously compared to the manga. Otherwise, the manga and anime are essentially the same. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guideto find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
One Punch Man season 3 release date speculation, plot, trailer, news
One Punch Man season 3 is coming this year. But when can you expect to watch it?
It's been years since season 2 of One Punch Man, and fans are clamouring to know when we can expect the next chapter. As it turns out, One Punch Man season 3 isn't so far away after all, with an official release date window and trailer confirmed. Based on the 2009 manga and webcomic from Yusuke Murata, One Punch Man follows a hero named Saitama. Initially a hero just for fun, Saitama decides to sign up as a professional hero at the Hero Association once he realises that nobody knows who he is. With that in mind, Saitama sets out to find an adversary worthy of his immense power. One Punch Man has had two knockout seasons so far, airing in 2015 and 2019. With plenty of story left to tell from the source material, season 3 is bound to knock the socks off any fan eager to see what the next instalment will bring. Read on to learn everything we know about One Punch Man season 3. One Punch Man season 3 release date speculation One Punch Man season 3 will be released in October 2025. We're still waiting on a specific release date, but considering it's been over five years since we last saw Saitama, the fact that the third season has a release window at all deserves to be celebrated. One producer has also promised the season "won't disappoint" (via Anime Mojo). Staff producer Atsushi Fujishiro said: "Preparations for the third season are steadily progressing. As a highly popular title with high expectations, we’re committed to delivering a season that won’t disappoint." Luckily, One Punch Man fans are used to long waits - with the first season airing in 2016 and the second in 2019, they've definitely had to learn some patience! It has been confirmed via a press release from Crunchyroll that season 3 will see the return of Tomohiro Suzuki as series composition and Chikashi Kubota, Ryōsuke Shirakawa and Shinjiro Kuroda as character designers. As for music, Makoto Miyazaki will also make a return as music composer. JCSTAFF and Crunchyroll have also released a brand new visual teaser for season 3, which you can view below. What will the plot of One Punch Man season 3 be? One Punch Man season 3 will continue the narrative events of the Monster Association arc. Fans of the manga will know that this is the arc that puts Saitama to the test in a unique way. After a long three years of special training, Saitama has practically become invincible. But even he'll have to deal with strong enemies and deception in this arc, as the Monster Association attempts to trick the Hero Association by proposing that heroes and monsters co-exist and live together in harmony. This turns out to be a ruse, with the monsters instead wanting all-out war. So, expect lots of intense action in One Punch Man season 3. There's also a focus on Garou, who is confronted by heroes wanting to prove themselves to the Hero Association. Unluckily, he ends up embroiled in a fight with Saitama’s protege Genos - but luckily Saitama saves the day. In terms of continuing chapters from the manga, we expect to pick up at Chapter 86. One Punch Man season 3 cast: Who could return? Naturally, Saitama and his protégé Genos will feature prominently in the next season of One Punch Man. Besides those two, we’re expecting all of our favourite One Punch Man characters to return. On the heroic side, expect to see the likes of Atomic Samurai, Child Emperor, Metal Knight, and Zombieman, among many others, in the organisation’s upper echelons. For monsters, besides the above, it’s up in the air because most are already dead, thanks to Saitama, but we know Garou and Orochi will both be a major focus. Here is the officially confirmed cast for the upcoming third season of One Punch Man. Saitama - Makoto Furukawa (Japanese) / Max Mittelman (English) Genos - Kaito Ishikawa (Japanese) / Zach Aguilar (English) Terrible Tornado - Aoi Yuki Silverfang - Kazuhiro Yamaji King - Hiroki Yasumoto Zombieman - Takahiro Sakurai Pig God - Daisuke Namikawa Superalloy Blackluster - Satoshi Hino Flashy Flash - Kohsuke Toriumi Puri-Puri Prisoner - Masaya Onosaka Handsome Kamen Amai Mask - Mamoru Miyano Hellish Blizzard voiced by Saori Hayami Mumen Rider - Yuichi Nakamura (Japanese) / Robbie Daymond (English) Atomic Samurai - Kenjiro Tsuda (Japanese) / Kyle Hebert (English) Child Emperor - Minami Takayama (Japanese) / Sara Cravens (English) Metal Knight - Tessho Genda (Japanese) / Jamieson Price (English) Is there a trailer for One Punch Man season 3? Yes! Check out the latest trailer, released in March 2025, below: View oEmbed on the source website Who can survive Saitama's death punch? Given he is the titular 'One Punch Man', there aren't many people who can take such a brutal beatdown from the world's greatest fighter - but there are a few. One of these is Lord Boros, who was able to take a normal punch from Saitama that had the intent to kill him behind it - his true power was concealed by his armour, which entirely shattered upon Saitama's punch. But even after that, he was able to take two more punches, a conservative normal punch and a serious punch, making him one of the only beings in the One Punch Man universe to not immediately crumple on contact. There's also the likes of Overgrown Rover, but it's worth noting that it doesn't seem Saitama set out to kill them, just to teach him a lesson in manners. While he held back, it's clear that there was still some serious power packed into Saitama's punch, so even surviving that is a slight miracle. Where to watch One Punch Man in the UK One Punch Man is available to watch on Crunchyroll in the UK. 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House of the Dragon season 3: Release date speculation, cast and plot news
Keep up with the Targaryens with our House of Dragon season 3 guide.
*Warning: Spoilers ahead for all episodes of House of the Dragon season 2.* House of the Dragon season 3 is still far enough away to make us long for it with all our being. That said, there are still plenty of much-appreciated updates regarding the show circling, with new information being released about production, scripts, new characters and more. For example, the latest is that House of the Dragon's third season is officially in production, with the cast having recently received a new batch of scripts for some of the episodes. In other news, fresh cast announcements have arrived. According to Variety, Happy Valley star James Norton is reportedly set to play key character Ormund Hightower. Ormund is the nephew of Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans) and will be seen leading a march on King's Landing against Rhaenyra (Emma D’Arcy) as the war continues to heat up. Read on for everything you need to know about House of the Dragon season 3 and the future of the Targaryen dynasty, and, most importantly, make sure to check back regularly as we'll be updating this guide with more information as it gets revealed. House of the Dragon season 3 release date speculation While there's no confirmed release date for Season 3 at this early stage, we estimate an early to mid-2026 release date. We do know that season 3 is currently being written and production is under way, having started back in March 2025. In February 2025, stars Matt Smith and Fabien Frankel said during a panel at MegaCon in Florida that they had received scripts for the fourth, fifth and sixth episodes of season 3. This means that everything seems to be progressing in line with the planned schedule. As any Game of Thrones or House of the Dragon fan knows, the scale of the HBO series is absolutely epic, and it takes a long time to put together. House of the Dragon was renewed for season 3 in June 2024, before season 2 had even been released, demonstrating tremendous faith in the Thrones spin-off. Who will be in the cast of House of the Dragon season 3? Currently, we'd expect the following cast members to return for House of the Dragon season 3. Matt Smith as King Consort Daemon Targaryen Emma D'Arcy as Queen Rhaenyra I Targaryen Olivia Cooke as Dowager Queen Alicent Hightower Rhys Ifans as Ser Otto Hightower Steve Toussaint as Lord Corlys Velaryon Fabien Frankel as Ser Criston Cole Sonoya Mizuno as Mysaria Matthew Needham as Lord Larys Strong Tom Glynn-Carney as King Aegon II Targaryen Ewan Mitchell as Prince Aemond Targaryen Phia Saban as Queen Helaena Targaryen Harry Collett as Prince Jacaerys Velaryon Bethany Antonia as Lady Baela Targaryen Phoebe Campbell as Lady Rhaena Targaryen Jefferson Hall as Lord Jason Lannister and Ser Tyland Lannister Kurt Egyiawan as Grand Maester Orwyle Kieran Bew as Hugh Hammer Abubakar Salim as Alyn of Hull Tom Taylor as Lord Cregan Stark Clinton Liberty as Addam of Hull Freddie Fox as Ser Gwayne Hightower Gayle Rankin as Alys Rivers Tom Bennett as Ulf White Sir Simon Russell Beale as Ser Simon Strong Oscar Eskinazi as Prince Joffrey Velaryon Jamie Kenna as Ser Alfred Broome Vincent Regan as Ser Rickard Thorne Amanda Collin as Lady Jeyne Arryn Abigail Thorn as Admiral Lohar TBC as Daeron Targaryen James Norton as Ormund Hightower In terms of new arrivals, it's been revealed that James Norton will be joining the cast as Ormund Hightower, and we can expect some other new additions to be announced in due course. One character we do know for sure that we're going to meet in season 3 is the long-awaited Daeron Targaryen, Aegon and Aemond's brother! Asked in a recent press conference whether we would finally meet him, Condal confirmed with a "yes" – although the actor to play him has not yet been cast, to our knowledge. He also referenced the Targaryen brothers when speaking about Helaena's storyline, adding: "The decision to expand Helaena’s character was that we, were fascinated by Alicent’s family and Aegon and Aemond, and certainly at some point in the story, even Daeron – the beloved, anticipated Daeron – get a lot of the screen time and the storytelling time because they're the males, they're the dragon riding warriors. "But Helena was always fascinating to us because she was a bit of a tabula rasa, as described in the book." Elsewhere, many viewers were excited at the prospect of seeing Nettles, a fan-favourite character from the books who claims the dragon Sheepstealer, appear in season 2. For now, though, her story has been conflated with that of Princess Rhaena Targaryen (Phoebe Campbell), which has left many fans disappointed. However, during a press conference, Condal hinted that we might still see her in future. When asked about whether Nettles has been fully written out of the show, he responded: "I think that's a, ‘Please stay tuned and keep watching the story.’ I will say that we love Rhaena as a character, and we've really done a lot of legwork to set her up from the beginning as somebody in this Targaryen household who does not have a dragon." View Affiliate Playlist on the source website He added: "I think the Rhaena story, as we're seeing it unfold, is potentially one of those interesting interpretations that we have to offer. And I would just say that we don't do any stuff lightly or without thought. Many of these things we've planned many seasons in advance. So I would just say, you know, buckle up and take the ride with us. And hopefully you like the destination it's going to." Meanwhile, in the final episode, we met a new character in the form of a gender-swapped Admiral Lohar, played by Abigail Thorn. We'd certainly expect her and other characters introduced this season to return for more. As for returning faces, we'd certainly expect most of the Targaryen clan to be back in business as we head towards season 3. The final episodes of the season have also placed greater emphasis on the dragonseeds, or the Targaryen bastards, including Hugh Hammer (Kieran Bew) and Ulf White (Tom Bennett), so we'd expect them to take on a bigger role going forward. In the finale, we also saw Joshua Ben-Tovim appear in a vision to Daemon Targaryen as Ser Brynden Rivers, AKA Lord Bloodraven. Could we see more from him in the future? One character we're not expecting to see back, however, is the Queen Who Never Was, Rhaenys Targaryen (played by Eve Best). In a shocking and brutal episode 4, the beloved character was killed off in a fiery clash with Prince Aemond Targaryen (Ewan Mitchell), who also left his own brother, King Aegon II Targaryen (Tom Glynn-Carney), badly wounded. While fans were also excited to see the appearance of Blood and Cheese, played by Sam C Wilson and Mark Stobbart, we're certainly not expecting to see them back for any more either. Similarly, episode 1 saw the brutal death of a young Jaehaerys Targaryen, the eldest son of Aegon Targaryen. That said, we're also not ruling out flashback scenes – especially after the shock returns of season 2. Fans were stunned to see the return of Milly Alcock as young Rhaenyra and Paddy Considine as the late King Viserys as part of Daemon Targaryen's visions. Could old cast members be back for more? We could also see the arrival of even more Targaryen children, as some of them haven't been born yet, including Aegon's younger son, Prince Maelor, who, in the book, had a role to play in the Blood and Cheese storyline. In the show, however, Condal reasoned that, due to shortened timelines, Maelor couldn't be born yet. Condal explained to RadioTimes.com: "In our writing of season 1, we had to compress time a bit to get through 30 years of history, essentially, in what ended up being 20 years, just so that we didn't have to recast every character. "I think as time marches on longer and longer, it becomes more challenging to tell all that story in one season, and season 1 was a challenge in and of itself. "So, essentially, we made 30 years happen in 20 years, and that just meant some of the youngest kids in the story weren't around, or were younger than they are in the books – Rhaenyra and Daemon's children, for one, and then certainly Helaena and Aegon. Maelor is not yet in the narrative in this, in the story, so that was a change." That might suggest the new generation of Targaryen children is on the way in season 3, but take this with a pinch of salt until it's officially confirmed. What could House of the Dragon season 3 be about? We don't know all the specifics of the plot of season 3 just yet, but we'd expect it to continue to follow Martin's book Fire & Blood – albeit with some deviations along the way, as we've seen in season 1 and season 2. However, there are certain book events we're expecting to see. Look away now if you don't want to see any book spoilers! Speaking in the post-episode featurette, Condal said: "While this season was very much about the fits and starts of an early medieval war, season three is clearly going to be about total war." We're expecting to see the highly anticipated Battle of the Gullet, a brutal and bloody sea battle that many fans had been anticipating in season 2. Asked about why he postponed showing it, Condal said it's down to balancing the number of big events we have in each season. He said: "We were trying to give the Gullet, which is maybe the second most anticipated event of Fire and Blood, the time and the space that it deserves. And obviously, as anybody that's seen the finale knows, we're building to that, that event will happen very shortly in terms of the storytelling of House of the Dragon. "Based on what we know now, it should be the biggest thing to date that we’ve pulled off. And we just wanted to have the time, the space to do that at a level that is going to excite and satisfy the fans and in the way it’s deserved." Judging from where we leave off in season 2, we're also expecting Rhaenyra to take her rightful place on the Iron Throne in season 3. Showrunner Ryan Condal previously told RadioTimes.com of future seasons: "There's a history that marches on for decades after this. So it's not about ending the Targaryen history. It's just finding the place to close the curtain on this particular time… "We're trying to find the satisfying television ending or the conclusion where we can leave everybody knowing that time marches on from here, but we've brought this dramatic story to a close. "So, I think that's become very clear as we've just gotten farther down the timeline. But I'm not ready to yet talk about how many episodes or seasons are left. "But I think the nice thing is we know where we're going, we have all the material that we need, because the book is written and hopefully we can bring this to a satisfying conclusion." Meanwhile, Emma D'Arcy told IGN: "Oh my God, by the end of season 2, I was a f**king shell of myself. "I was a husk. I could not form a sentence. I was so tired. I need to implement some way of getting through season 3, if there’s a season 3, to really harness as much energy as possible. It is a behemoth." How many episodes could House of the Dragon season 3 consist of? House of the Dragon season 3 does not yet have a confirmed episode count, but, from Condal's recent comments, we'd expect it to have eight episodes. When asked about season 3's episode count at a press conference, the showrunner said: "Without saying anything, because I haven't had discussions with HBO about it, I would just anticipate the cadence of the show from a dramatic storytelling perspective will continue to be the same from season 2 on." Season 1 consisted of 10 episodes, while season 2 consisted of eight episodes. In terms of episode length, we'd again expect the episodes to range from 50 to 70 minutes, depending on how much needs to be covered in one particular episode. Season 2 episode 8 was the show's longest episode yet, with the finale clocking in at 73 minutes. How many seasons of House of the Dragon will there be? House of the Dragon will have four seasons before concluding, as Condal mentioned at the recent press conference. That means we're currently halfway through the show's run. Is there a trailer for House of the Dragon season 3? Not yet! We'll keep this page updated with any footage that comes our way. In the meantime, why not check out what the stars had to say about season 2? View oEmbed on the source website House of the Dragon season 2 airs on Sky Atlantic and NOW in the UK – find out more about how to sign up for Sky TV. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide to see what's on tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will there be a Chainsaw Man season 2? Latest speculation and news
Is there a chance we'll see Chainsaw Man season 2 this year?
Chainsaw Man revved its way through our collective hearts back when it first aired in December 2022, with Chainsaw season 2 feeling very much guaranteed. It wasn't hard to see why, with the first season being so highly acclaimed that many, critics and fans alike, were left confident that the series would quickly become the new Attack on Titan and bring forth a new era of some truly incredible anime. The reality, however, is much different. While fans can expect to see protagonist Denji's story continue, it may not be in the format that they may have expected. As in, it may not be a season after all. But fans of Chainsaw Man shouldn't fret. There's still plenty to uncover in the manga, and it goes without saying that Denji's popularity remains at an all-time high, so a season 2 isn't completely out of the question. But when and where can we expect it? Read on below to find out everything we know about a Chainsaw Man season 2. Will there be a Chainsaw Man season 2? At the time of writing, there's not been an official confirmation on whether or not Chainsaw Man will return for season 2. AnimeGeek.com is reporting that it's already in production but, as always, until we get an official word that's the case, take it all with a pinch of salt. Even so, while there's been nothing confirmed, Chainsaw Man fans shouldn't be too upset. A movie, following directly after Chainsaw Man season 1, is set to release on 19th September 2025 in Japan, with the US and the UK receiving the film later, on 29th October 2025. The movie is titled the Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc and, as it says itself, follows Denji throughout the Reze arc of the critically-acclaimed manga. This doesn't necessarily mean that Chainsaw Man season 2 is out of the question, but it does mean that if it came to a watch order, the likelihood of fans needing to watch the film before the second season is pretty high. But that is only speculation. We will keep this page updated with all the latest news and confirmation if and when we receive it, so ensure you check back regularly for more information. View Green Video on the source website Potential Chainsaw Man season 2 release speculation: When would it air? While some fans are holding out hope for a return this year, a 2026 return date seems more likely, especially if we consider that the Chainsaw Man movie is releasing this year. If there's a second season on the way, we speculate that it will be revealed sometime after the movie is launched worldwide. As soon as we know for certain, we'll update this page. How many episodes would a Chainsaw Man season 2 have? Given that season 1 was comprised of 12 episodes, we can expect season 2 to follow the same formula - that is, unless MAPPA decides to surprise us and give us more (or less!). With season 1 having concluded with the hunt for the Gun Devil under way, it seems obvious that season 2 will cover the remaining first part of the Chainsaw Man manga, with 57 chapters in part 1 left to go. Potential Chainsaw Man season 2 cast: Who could return? Assuming Chainsaw Man is renewed, fans can expect to hear the following cast members reprise their roles for season 2: Kikunosuke Toya as Denji (Japanese)/Ryan Colt Levy (English) Shiori Izawa as Pochita (Japanese)/Lindsay Seidel (English) Tomori Kusunoki as Makima (Japanese)/Suzie Yeung (English) Shogo Sakata as Aki Hayakawa (Japanese)/Reagan Murdock (English) Fairouz Ai as Power (Japanese)/Sarah Wiedenheft (English) Karin Takahashi as Kobeni Higashiyama (Japanese)/Bryn Apprill (English) Taku Yashiro as Hirokazu Arai (Japanese)/Jarrod Greene (English) Kenjiro Tsuda as Kishibe (Japanese)/Jason Douglas (English) You Taichi as Akane Sawatari (Japanese)/Emi Lo (English) Daiki Hamano as Katana Man (Japanese)/Jason Marnocha (English) New voice actors will likely join the cast as new characters are added, as well. We'll update you on those developments as and when the announcements come in. Is there a trailer for a Chainsaw Man season 2? Until that all-important renewal arrives, it's impossible to determine when new footage for season 2 will be revealed. What we can say with certainty is that fans shouldn't expect a season 2 teaser for a while. That said, there is a Chainsaw Man - The Movie trailer teaser that's well worth watching. You can check that out for yourself below. View oEmbed on the source website You can catch Chainsaw Man on Crunchyroll. Check out the rest of our Sci-Fi and Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what’s on tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube release schedule – When are new episodes out?
You won't want to miss out on this class.
Comedy and horror shouldn’t go together so well, but Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube looks like it’ll do that and more, with the upcoming anime series set to release in July. The series follows Meisuke Nueno, also known as Nube. Nube is the teacher for class 5-3 at an elementary school. On the surface, he lives a normal life, but little do his students know that when he isn’t teaching the ABCs, he’s also vanquishing demons as a skilled exorcist. He’s helped by a powerful demon sealed in his left hand, which he calls his Demon Hand. For those who feel the name is familiar, the original anime series was first broadcast from April 1996 to August 1997, and was well received, earning itself spin-offs and even video games. However, now it’s 2025, and a reboot is on the way, with the series being spearheaded by Studio Kai. Read on to learn everything there is to know about the Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube release schedule. Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube release schedule: When are new episodes out? The premiere of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube is 2nd July 2025. At the time of writing, the episode titles have yet to be revealed. However, we will be sure to update this page as more information about the series comes out. With the release date being confirmed for 2nd July, we’ve narrowed down the potential release schedule for Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube. According to ComicBook, the anime series will be running for two cours of episodes, with the 12 other episodes of the second half airing sometime in winter 2026. It should be noted that these dates are speculative and are liable to change as more information about the newest season comes out. Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 1 – 2nd July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 2 – 2nd July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 3 – 9th July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 4 – 16th July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 5 – 23rd July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 6 – 30th July 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 7 – 6th August 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 8 – 13th August 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 9 – 20th August 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 10 – 27th August 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 11 – 3rd September 2025 Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episode 12 – 10th September 2025 View oEmbed on the source website What time are the new Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episodes released? Outside of episodes releasing on Wednesday, the exact timing for the release of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube episodes hasn’t yet been confirmed. When we get more information about when the episodes will drop, we’ll be sure to update this guide. How many episodes will there be in Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube? As previously established, the anime series will run for two cours of episodes. This means that during the July release, viewers will get 12 episodes. Following that, it’s expected the second cour will release sometime in winter 2026. If information comes to light that states otherwise, we'll be sure to update this guide and let you know. Where can I watch Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube? Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube will be streaming on Crunchyroll, starting 2nd July 2025. The first cour will end in September, and it is speculated that the second cour will begin sometime in winter 2026 - both of these cours will air on Crunchyroll. What's the plot of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube? As established previously, the story of Hell Teacher follows Nube, a skilled teacher who also uses the power of a demon trapped in his hand to battle evil spirits and monsters. Unfortunately for him, these entities and spirits always seem most prominent when he is teaching, meaning he often has to go above and beyond to protect his students from monsters. Despite the silly premise, the original anime of Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube was well-known for its exploration of Japanese mythology and folklore, bringing just as many chills as laughs. We suspect the reboot will be similar. Hell Teacher: Jigoku Sensei Nube is available to watch now on Crunchyroll, Netflix and Hulu. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Shinichirō Watanabe’s sci-fi action anime has won us over. But will it be around for a second outing?
If you’re a fan of classic anime series like Cowboy Bebop and Carole & Tuesday, you’ll no doubt have heard of Shinichirō Watanabe’s newest anime outing, Lazarus. The sci-fi action series follows a task force of five agents, known as Lazarus. They are assembled to locate neuroscientist Dr Skinner, the creator of a drug known as Hapna. The drug helped relieve those who took it of any pain, but there is an unfortunate twist: nearly 3 years later, it is revealed that those who took Hapna have effectively shortened their life span to 3 years... The team at Lazarus only have 30 days to find Skinner and save the first wave of Hapna victims. But to do the impossible, the group will need the best of the best, aka criminals who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty. Lazarus has already been well-received by critics, scoring well on Rotten Tomatoes due to its "provocative" ideas and intriguing cast of characters. But has it received a season 2? Read on to find out more. Will there be a Lazarus season 2? Lazarus is exceedingly popular, with both casual and die-hard fans eager for the next episode of the 13-episode series. But is that enough for it to earn a season 2? The reality is that a season 2 has not yet been confirmed by either the series creator, Shinichirō Watanabe, nor its animation or production studios, MAPPA and Sola Entertainment. So, with that information in mind – where does that leave fans? Fans of Watanabe will know that the creator doesn’t like to extend his stories. Once the story is complete, Watanabe has very little desire to stick around. With that put into consideration, we wouldn’t be at all surprised if Lazarus ends after just one season – a crushing blow for those who dreamed of a potential sequel to the thrilling sci-fi series. When could a potential Lazarus season 2 be released? If Lazarus were to receive a season 2, the earliest potential release date would be sometime in mid-to-late 2026. Producing an anime series takes time, and the length of said time can vary. However, neither MAPPA nor Sola Entertainment has said anything about season 2, so it is unlikely that Lazarus season 2 is already in production. Where can I watch Lazarus? Lazarus is available to watch on Channel 4, Max, and Adult Swim in both dubbed and subtitled formats. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Solo Leveling season 1 Blu-ray release date confirmed after record-breaking run
Own Solo Leveling season 1's Blu-ray this July.
Solo Leveling, the anime series from creator Chugong and studio A-1 Pictures, has stolen the hearts of anime fans everywhere. And now, this July, you'll be able to own the Blu-ray of the first season for yourself when it releases in the UK on 21st July. It would be an understatement to say that Solo Leveling is well-loved. It not only shot into popularity with its first season back in early 2024, but the fervour behind the series tripled during the airing of its second season earlier this year. Our own David Opie has argued that the series will change anime forever. With such high praise, it was only a matter of time before a physical copy of the award-winning anime series would hit the marketplace. Not only that, but Solo Leveling fans have something a little extra on offer: season 1 Blu-ray Limited Edition. If you're a huge fan of the series, splurging a little more to get some extra goodies sounds like a good idea. The plot focuses on Sung Jinwoo, a fledgling hunter who is bestowed with magical abilities that empower him to battle and vanquish monsters. But there is one small, teensy problem: Jinwoo is not the best hunter in the world. Things end up changing for the better for him with his new powers, but it's an uphill battle for our hero. One way you can uncover more about the show for yourself is by purchasing the Solo Leveling season 1 Blu-ray. Fans will be able to purchase Blu-ray, DVD, and SteelBook editions of Solo Leveling season 1 from select stores in the UK, such as Amazon, Zavvi and HMV. They'll also be able to obtain a copy via Crunchyroll's e-commerce store. Solo Leveling season 1 and season 2 is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The story may be over, but there's always time to relive it.
Attack on Titan concluded in 2023, and with it came an end to an era. Not only was it explosively popular at its debut in the 2010s, but the dark fantasy horror series quickly became a multimedia franchise that, to this very day, is still widely beloved by fans from across the globe. It even has multiple spin-offs, spanning live-action movies and video games. Based on a best-selling manga series by Hajime Isayama, Attack on Titan is famous for its gore, its plot twists, and its unique dystopian world building. It is set in a post-apocalyptic fantasy setting where humans are forced to live behind walls so they're unable to be preyed upon by carnivorous giants known as Titans, and the story follows Eren Yeager, a young boy who vows to destroy Titankind for good. He, alongside his best friends Armin and Mikasa, grow up to join the Survey Corps. The Survey Corps is an organisation committed to keeping humanity safe from the Titan threat by surveying the wilderness outside of the city. The sheer volume of Attack on Titan media is enough to make anyone hesitate on where to start. Fortunately, with the anime and manga being completely finished, you'll be able to watch the series in the order it was released with very little trouble. Read on to find out how you can watch Attack on Titan in order. Though beware, this article includes spoilers for the end of Attack on Titan. How to watch Attack on Titan in order When embarking on a lengthy anime series, many viewers begin by asking which episodes they can skip. Basically, does Attack on Titan include a lot of filler episodes like Naruto? The simple answer is no. Attack on Titan is a dense, plot-heavy series with plenty of character development, and virtually every scene is important to the overall story - sometimes paying off years after the fact. The OVAs aren't quite as crucial, but they're interesting nonetheless, and always add something new to the overarching narrative. With that in mind, here's our recommended watch order for Attack on Titan, incorporating the OVAs at the points where they tie into the main story: Attack on Titan season 1 Attack on Titan: Ilse's Notebook (OVA) Attack on Titan: The Sudden Visitor – The Torturous Curse of Youth (OVA) Attack on Titan: Distress (OVA) Attack on Titan season 2 Attack on Titan: Lost Girls – episodes 1 and 2 (OVA) Attack on Titan season 3: episodes 1-12 Attack on Titan: No Regrets – episodes 1 and 2 (OVA) Attack on Titan: Lost Girls – episode 3 (OVA) Attack on Titan: Junior High (OVA) Attack on Titan season 3 – episodes 13 to end Attack on Titan season 4 part 1 Attack on Titan season 4 part 2 Attack on Titan season 4 part 3 Attack on Titan: The Last Attack Win a one-month subscription to Crunchyroll! Five RadioTimes.com users have the chance to win in celebration of Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero arriving on the streaming service this July. Given the number of twists and revelations that take place in this show, we recommend following this order to avoid being spoiled for major events in the story. The Attack on Titan movie, The Last Attack, is just a re-edited combination of the last two episodes of Attack on Titan's final season. As such, you don't really need to watch it if you've already watched those episodes separately. The final part of Attack on Titan arrived on 5th November 2023 at midnight in Japan. Fans had previously wondered if the anime would receive a different ending to the manga. When Isayama ended the manga back in 2021, it was an incredibly divisive finale, so much so that Isayama even had to post a public statement in response to the fans' passionate reactions. "I am aware that the ending of Attack on Titan was quite controversial. I am open to receiving people's honest opinions. However, I would appreciate it if you'd be kind to me," he wrote. Ultimately, Isayama and Studio MAPPA continued as they have done since the show started: following the ending of the manga with some additional anime-specific scenes and improving the dialogue a little to enhance the original ending even further. It gave Isayama a chance to tweak some of the things he implied he wasn't happy with the first time around, including the omission of Armin labelling Eren a mass murderer and giving a lot more emotional depth to their conversation about Mikasa. Somehow, despite it being the same ending we've had in the manga, it's even more devastating to see the tragic love story of Mikasa and Eren finally come to the conclusion it was always destined to – one would end the other, and Mikasa made the impossible choice to kill Eren for the greater good. View Green Video on the source website Our viewing guide includes the OVA Attack on Titan: Junior High, but new viewers should note that this spin-off is quite divisive due to its parody tone, which doesn't entirely gel with the atmosphere of the main series. You can easily skip this spin-off if you prefer. We've also chosen to omit the anime movies that came out between seasons of the TV series, because they're basically just recaps of material you've already seen. As for the live-action movie adaptation from director Shinji Higuchi, that's really up to you. It wasn't well-received - in part because it took liberties with the original Attack on Titan canon - and since it isn't part of the anime series continuity, it's non-essential viewing. How to watch the English dub of Attack on Titan You can watch the English dub of Attack on Titan on Crunchyroll. On Crunchyroll, dubs from season 1 episode 4 onwards are only available on their premium service. How to watch Attack on Titan in the UK All episodes of Attack on Titan are available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Best anime to watch now and coming soon - Summer 2025
Looking for the best anime to watch this summer 2025? We've got just the list for you.
It's heating up this summer, and we're not just talking about the weather! Summer 2025 promises both brand-new and returning anime series, from romantic comedies to epic action and fantasy. With so many exciting anime series back this season, it wouldn't surprise us if you didn't know where to start. Thankfully, we're here to highlight the absolute best coming out, why you should watch it and which streaming platform you'll be able to locate it on. Here's our list of recommendations for new anime arriving in the summer 2025 period, all streaming on major services like Netflix and Crunchyroll. Be sure to check back every season too, as we'll be updating this page with new anime recommendations as the year goes on and more anime is revealed. Dan Da Dan Season 2 – July 3rd View oEmbed on the source website Based on the manga by Yukinobu Tatsu, season 1 became a breakout hit in 2024. Now the adventures of Okarun and Momo are set to return, promising even more terrifying monsters and wacky hijinks. The anime series follows Momo and Okarun, a psychic girl and her friendship with a boy obsessed with aliens. Together, the two of them go up against terrifying monsters and extraterrestrial foes, all while having the light-hearted tone of an action-comedy. There's also a slice of romance involved for those looking for a heartfelt sub-plot. Without spoiling too much about season 2, the arc likely explored this season will be the Cursed House arc, which promises to be the most intense chapter of the story yet. How to watch: Crunchyroll and Netflix The Summer Hikaru Died – 5th July View oEmbed on the source website If you enjoy a bit of horror in your summer, then you'll want to keep an eye on Netflix's upcoming anime series, The Summer Hikaru Died. The story follows Yoshiki and Hikaru, two teenage boys who live in a rural mountain town. The two are total opposites to one another in every single way, but despite this, they are incredibly close and beloved to one another. However, things take a turn for the worse when Hikaru perishes during a mountain hiking trip. While the town mourns him, it all ends up being for naught as he returns a week later, completely unharmed. Days after, Yoshiki starts to realise that the Hikaru that returned isn't the Hikaru he knows. But something different. How to watch: Netflix My Dress-Up Darling season 2 – 5th July View oEmbed on the source website If you want a feel-good romantic comedy, you can't go wrong with My Dress-Up Darling. Set in the modern day, My Dress-Up Darling follows protagonists Wakana Gojo and Marin Kitagawa. Last season, the two came together despite their apparent differences, with Wakana being a loner and Marin being the most popular girl in school. They each shared a passion: traditional hina dolls for Wakana and cosplay for Marin. Both ashamed of their hobbies, the two united to share them and grew closer in the process. Season 2 will see their relationship continue to grow, all while involving them in even more wacky schemes and hijinks. How to watch: Crunchyroll Gachiakuta - 6th July View oEmbed on the source website Gachiakuta was initially published in 2022 in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine and is now, with its popularity soaring, set to receive its first animated season in summer 2025. Gachiakuta follows Rudo who, after being accused of murder and forced into the toxic wasteland under the floating city he once called home, is picked up by a group called The Cleaners. This group battles the beasts that live in The Pit, and all have their unique reasons for being forced into the slums by high society. With little choice but to help this group, Rudo plans his revenge on all those who wronged him. If you're after intense action and a gripping dark fantasy story, you'll want to tune in for Gachiakuta's first season. How to watch: Crunchyroll The Rising of the Shield Hero season 4 – 9th July View oEmbed on the source website If you love your isekai, you'll want to keep your eyes peeled for the fourth season of The Rising of the Shield Hero. The dark fantasy anime from Aneko Yusagi is set to return this year and, if the hype is to be believed, it promises to be the best season yet. The anime's story follows Naofumi Iwatani, who is transported to a parallel world where he is transformed into a Cardinal Hero. He quickly finds out that his new job as a hero is to defeat inter-dimensional hordes of monsters called Waves. Only it isn't as easy as it sounds, with Naofumi's legendary weapon aiding him in his journey being only a shield. But hey, we've all got to start somewhere, don't we? How to watch: Crunchyroll Sakamoto Days (Part 2) – 15th July View oEmbed on the source website Like the John Wick franchise, Sakamoto Days focuses on a hitman who retired from the criminal underworld to live a civilian life. After abandoning his old career as a world-class assassin, Taro Sakamoto becomes a family man, working as a convenience store owner to support his wife and kids. But then, of course, some enemies from his old life come back to haunt him. The first part of Sakamoto Days enchanted audiences with its badass fights and goofy hijinks. With Part 2 on the way, it appears that things are about to get more serious, but without losing the comedy it remains beloved for. How to watch: Netflix Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.