Why won't there be a Demon Slayer season 5?
The Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie will soon arrive in UK cinemas.
The first Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie is officially in cinemas, with the franchise almost at its end. Continuing the Demon Slayer story after adapting the Hashira Training arc, a storyline that's generally agreed to represent the calm before the storm, Infinity Castle ramps up the action as the heroes prepare to battle their demonic enemy, Muzan Kibutsuji. The wildly popular anime, based on the manga by Koyoharu Gotouge, follows young Tanjiro in his mission to exact revenge after his family is massacred by demons and his younger sister is turned into a demon. Here's everything we know about why there won't be a Demon Slayer season 5. Why won't there be a Demon Slayer season 5? There won't be a Demon Slayer season 5 simply because the anime is being wrapped up with three feature films instead of another season. The first film arrived in UK cinemas on 12th September 2025, two months after its July release date in Japan, where Demon Slayer fans turned out in droves, causing the movie to spend six consecutive weeks in the number one spot at the Japanese box office. The wait for the second film in the trilogy now begins! What is the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle plot? Crunchyroll's official synopsis describes the film as follows: "Tanjiro Kamado – a boy who joined an organisation dedicated to hunting down demons called the Demon Slayer Corps after his younger sister Nezuko was turned into a demon. "While growing stronger and deepening his friendships and bonds with fellow corps members, Tanjiro has battled many demons with his comrades – Zenitsu Agatsuma and Inosuke Hashibira. "Along the way, his journey has led him to fight alongside the Demon Slayer Corps’ highest-ranking swordsmen, the Hashira, including Flame Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku aboard the Mugen Train, Sound Hashira Tengen Uzui within the Entertainment District, as well as Mist Hashira Muichiro Tokito and Love Hashira Mitsuri Kanroji at the Swordsmith Village. View oEmbed on the source website "The Demon Slayer Corps members and Hashira engaged in a group strength training programme, the Hashira Training, in preparation for the forthcoming battle against the demons, Muzan Kibutsuji appears at the Ubuyashiki Mansion. "With the head of the Demon Corps in danger, Tanjiro and the Hashira rush to the headquarters but are plunged into a deep descent to a mysterious space by the hands of Muzan Kibutsuji. "The destination of where Tanjiro and Demon Slayer Corps have fallen is the demons’ stronghold – the Infinity Castle. And so, the battleground is set as the final battle between the Demon Slayer Corps and the demons ignites." How to watch Demon Slayer in the UK Demon Slayer seasons 1-4 are available to watch on Crunchyroll. The first Infinity Castle movie is in UK cinemas now. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle is in UK cinemas now. Stream episodes on Crunchyroll. Sign up to Crunchyroll today for as little as £4.99 or start your 7-day free trial. 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.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release date, trailer and latest news
Here's everything we know about the future of Jujutsu Kaisen!
Based on the bestselling manga series by Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen is a must-watch for fans of dark fantasy anime. But with season 2 ending in 2023, viewers will be wondering when the next season is due to come out. Jujutsu Kaisen follows the exploits of a high school student named Yuji Itadori, who lives in a world where magic exists. After swallowing the finger of a dead sorcerer, he gains supernatural powers, leading him to a new life of peril and adventure. Since the original manga ran for 30 volumes between 2018 and 2024, the anime series has plenty of material left to adapt. But will they actually manage to complete the story? And what can we expect to see in the next season? Here's everything we know about Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, including news of its release date. Will there be a Jujutsu Kaisen season 3? Yes! Season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen was actually confirmed a while ago, close to the end of season 2. Considering the show's popularity, it's no surprise that Jujutsu Kaisen's production company MAPPA chose to continue the series. However, there was previously some speculation that the story might continue with a movie rather than an entire season of TV. The franchise has already released one spin-off film, the prequel Jujutsu Kaisen 0, and we can also expect to see a season 2 compilation movie arrive before season 3. Season 3 will adapt the Culling Game story arc from the manga. Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release date speculation Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is officially set to begin in January 2026. This is a little later than many fans hoped, but compared to some shows, a two-year wait between seasons really isn't that bad! According to the release date announcement, new episodes will arrive weekly, airing on Crunchyroll on the same day it premieres in Japan. We don't have a precise release date yet for the premiere, but we'll be sure to update this page once we learn more. While fans are waiting for season 3 to arrive in 2026, they can rewatch the first two seasons (plus the prequel movie) on Crunchyroll in the UK. And if you're checking out this franchise for the first time, you can use our arc guide to help you catch up! Is there a Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 trailer? Yes! The release date announcement arrived with a trailer for season 3, promising a characteristically dark and intense tone as we enter the Culling Game arc. View oEmbed on the source website Jujutsu Kaisen is available to watch 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.
Will there be a Dragon Ball Super season 2? Everything we know
Don't write off Dragon Ball Super's return: a season 2 may happen in the future.
It's hard to believe that the late, great Akira Toriyama and Toei Animation first brought Dragon Ball Super to fans worldwide 10 years ago, in 2015. It ended on a triumphant battle between Goku, Frieza and 17, and while some are content to let it go out on a high, others have been wondering what comes next for the series. The most recent entry in the Dragon Ball Super series is a one-shot chapter that serves as a prequel to the film Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero. It released in February 2025, and followed characters Goten, Trunks and Clean God. As the one-shot suggests, it was only a brief chapter, but it at least let us see more about what makes these characters (and the series) special. Speculation over whether Dragon Ball Super season 2 could be announced grew largely on the basis of it being revealed after Dragon Ball: DAIMA concluded. DAIMA came to an end in February 2025, and since then, no announcement has been made about a potential season 2 for either Super or DAIMA. But is that the end of Dragon Ball Super? Perhaps not. Here's everything you need to know about Dragon Ball Super season 2 below. Will there be a Dragon Ball Super season 2? View oEmbed on the source website According to staff, apparently so. A member of Toei Animation Philippines, Florence Jay Dominguito, spoke about the future of Super in an interview for the official Dragon Ball website. "As a fan, I'm really looking forward to new movies and merchandise. I'm also excited about the new anime that will continue Dragon Ball Super," they admitted. However, some people have noted that there may have been a slight error in translation, like Japanese translator Ken Xyro did on Twitter (now X). What Dominguito actually said was, "I'm also excited to see if there will be a new continuation of Dragon Ball Super' TV anime." In the meantime, if you want to catch up on previous series and get excited about the upcoming DAIMA series, check out the watch order now. When can we expect Dragon Ball Super season 2 news? Dragon Ball DAIMA has reached its conclusion, and so far, we've not heard anything about the potential of a Dragon Ball Super season 2. If new information does arise, we'll be sure to update this page (and Radio Times readers in general) with everything you need to know. Who could return in a Dragon Ball Super season 2 cast? We don't have an official confirmation yet, but it's hopefully safe to assume a few pivotal cast members would return. As long as there are no technical or contractual issues, the following still have several loose ends to wrap up. Masako Nozawa/Sean Schemmel as Son Gokû Mayumi Tanaka/Sonny Strait as Krillin Aya Hisakawa/Monica Rial as Bulma Ryô Horikawa/Christopher Sabat as Vegeta Toshio Furukawa/Christopher Sabat as Piccolo Doc Morgan as Narrator Masaharu Sato/Mike McFarland as Master Roshi Takeshi Kusao/Alexis Tipton as Trunks Is there a Dragon Ball Super season 2 trailer? Not yet! While we wait for a full-length trailer for a potential season 2, take a look at our anime recommendations video shared below. We'll update this page as new trailers or plot details are released. 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.
Tokyo Revengers season 4 release date speculation, latest news
Here's everything we know about Tokyo Revengers action-packed fourth season.
Tokyo Revengers by Ken Wakui is easily one of the best shonen series around, having attracted an international fan base over 31 volumes and its first three animated seasons. It even won the 44th Annual Kodansha Manga Awards in 2020. To say it's well-loved is a severe understatement. The anime series follows Takemichi Hanagaki, who finds himself travelling back 12 years into the past after he gets pushed off a subway platform by a stranger. This comes after he discovers his ex-girlfriend, Hinata Tachibana, died in a dispute involving the Tokyo Manji Gang. With a new chance at life, Takemichi decides he'll do everything in his power to prevent her death from ever happening. In addition to being adapted into an anime series, Tokyo Revengers has its own live-action movie, a video game, and even two stage plays in Japan, making it quite popular. With that in mind, it's no wonder that Tokyo Revengers season 4 is on the way, having had its release date confirmed with a brand new trailer. Read on to find out everything we know about Tokyo Revengers season 4, including release window, trailers, and casting news. Will there be Tokyo Revengers season 4? Yes! Tokyo Revengers season 4 is officially in the works. The show's creative team confirmed in June 2024 that a fourth season is forthcoming. Better yet, Tokyo Revengers season 4 has now been officially confirmed by production and is expected to air sometime in 2026. An exact release date has not yet been confirmed, but we will update this page as soon as the information becomes available. When could Tokyo Revengers season 4 be released? At present, Tokyo Revengers season 4 is expected to arrive sometime in 2026. In the past, the show's release schedule has been somewhat unpredictable. Seasons 1 and 2 premiered two years apart, in 2021 and 2023. But then season 3 arrived just a few months after season 2, later that same year. While production did occur in summer 2024, it looks like we won't be getting the fourth season in 2025 after all. Production (and a teaser trailer) has confirmed that we'll instead be seeing the next arc in 2026. Frustrating as it may be, that means there's plenty of time to rewatch the previous seasons before the fourth season releases. Tokyo Revengers cast: Who could be back for a potential season 4? Providing none of the main characters get recast, we can assume the previous Japanese voice cast will return to reprise their roles: Junya Enoki as Inui Seishu Yuuki Shin as Takemichi Hanagaki Yuu Hayashi as Manjiro Sano Natsuki Hanae as Kokonoi Hajime Tasuku Hatanaka as Hakkai Shiba Nobunaga Shimazaki as Izana Kurokawa Tetsu Inada as Kanji Mochizuki Mariya Ise as Senju Kawagari What will happen in Tokyo Revengers season 4? Season 3 adapted the Tenjiku Arc, which is generally considered to be one of the best arcs in the manga. Up next is the Bonten Arc, which covers chapters 187-206 from the manga, including a storyline where protagonist Takemichi returns to the future. The Bonten Arc is the last storyline before the manga's so-called Final Arc, which invites an obvious question: Will season 4 wrap up the manga's grand finale, or can fans expect a fifth season as well? So far, there's no news on that front, but we'll keep you posted. Is there a trailer for Tokyo Revengers season 4? Yes! There is an official teaser trailer for Tokyo Revengers season 4. While fans expected Tokyo Revengers to return sometime in 2025, production has confirmed via X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube that Tokyo Revengers season 4 will release sometime in 2026. View oEmbed on the source website Until we have more of a solid release date outside of the year, feel free to rewatch the above teaser trailer. If more information arises, we'll be sure to update this guide with more information. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what to watch tonight. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to watch Blue Exorcist in order – anime episodes, movie & OVAs
The right way to watch 14 years of anime.
Blue Exorcist, the tale of teenager Rin Okumura discovering he's the son of Satan and has powers to match, currently has four anime seasons to watch, with another couple of elements to keep in mind. The original manga by Kazue Kato is still running since its 2009 introduction, while the anime version has been sporadically releasing its seasons and a movie across what's so far a 14-year run since 2011. However, there are also a few OVAs (original video animations) as well that you may want to integrate into your anime binge. Thankfully, this Blue Exorist watch guide will take you through the completely correct order to watch the anime, film, and OVAs in. How to watch Blue Exorcist in order The anime adaptation of Blue Exorcist has not had a smooth ride, with its first season having an anime-original ending, but you can still accurately enjoy everything from the story so far in the following watch order: Season 1 (2011) Exorcist Cram School Enrollment Arc - Episodes 1-9 Exorcist Candidate Live Combat Arc - Episodes 10-17 Anime Original Arc - Episodes 18-25 (These are completely skippable and play no part in the future story) As stated in the breakdown above, episodes 18 to 25 are essentially optional, since these final chapters of Blue Exorcist's debut season went with an anime-original ending that didn't follow the manga at all. When season 2 arrived in 2017, the anime then completely ignored the first season's original ending, opting to follow the manga's story instead — which was initially confusing for viewers who didn't read the source material. That said, feel free to watch the final seven episodes if you like, but you won't miss out on anything manga-canon if you just watch up to episode 17 and move on. Hopefully, therefore, this guide will clear up any confusion. Runaway Kuro OVA (2012) This first OVA is a bonus episode that came out just before Blue Exorcist: The Movie, following Kuro going out to look for a new owner after Rin teases him. Like OVAs in general, it isn't canon and isn't available on legal streaming services, but it's a nice viewing addition if you've got the season 1 DVD or Blu-ray. Blue Exorcist: The Movie (2012) The Blue Exorcist movie neatly takes place after the first season and before the second's Kyoto Saga. Like most movie instalments of anime series, though, it isn't entirely canon. Whilst part of the film is based on a canon manga one-shot, Phantom Train, the rest in terms of new characters and overall story aren't canon to Blue Exorcist as a whole. With that, Blue Exorcist: The Movie is technically skippable, like the final seven episodes of season 1, but is still a fun ride nevertheless. Season 2 (2017) Following episode 17 of Blue Exorcist season 1, season 2 simply adapts the manga's Kyoto Impure King Arc — spanning across 12 episodes. Snake and Poison OVA (2017) Snake and Poison is a particularly rare Blue Exorcist OVA, since it only seems to be legally available through a limited edition of the manga's 19th volume in Japan, at the time of writing. If you manage to get access, it's best watched right after finishing season 2 before you start the third. On the other hand, it's a pretty inconsequential episode about Mamushi Hojo and Juzo Shima studying at True Cross. So, there's no consequence if you watch it a bit out of order. Spy Game OVA (2017) A bit more accessible by being shipped with home releases of Blue Exorcist season 3, Spy Game is an eccentric little add-on episode where Rinzo is made to perform tasks by Mephisto to test him as a spy. It's non-canon to the manga, like the other OVAs, but it's a good bit of extra optional watching before you start season 3. Season 3 (2024) Following a long seven-year wait, Blue Exorcist season 3 arrived on Crunchyroll and adapted the manga's Shimane Illuminati Arc — also across 12 episodes. For an unexplained reason, Studio VOLN replaced A-1 Pictures as the studio behind this adaptation. Season 4 (2024/2025) With Studio VOLN returning, Blue Exorcist season 4 covers both the Beyond the Snow and The Blue Night Sagas across 24 episodes — 12 episodes per saga. The longer season first premiered on 6th October 2024, and wrapped on 23rd March 2025. What is Blue Exorcist? Based on the Manga of the same name (Ao no Exorcist in Japanese), the story follows a troublesome teenager named Rin who is living a reasonably ordinary life, until he is attacked by demons. It turns out Rin is not so ordinary after all. In fact, he is the son of Satan, and daddy has come calling after all these years. Rin has no desire to join his father and instead decides to train as an exorcist, and that is how the story begins. Is there a trailer for Blue Exorcist season 4? If you haven't caught up with Blue Exorcist in the last year, check out the season 4 trailer to see what kind of new action Rin is in for before you dive in. View oEmbed on the source website Where to watch Blue Exorcist All four seasons of Blue Exorcist can be watched on Crunchyroll right now in the UK as well as the US. Anime fans in the US can also find the show on Hulu. Will there be a Blue Exorcist season 5? A fifth season of the Blue Exorcist anime hasn't been announced yet, but we suspect another adaptation will be inevitable, since the manga's Of One Cloth arc hasn't been covered yet. While some sources might tell you the recent 12 episodes based on the Blue Night Saga were season 5, they were in fact part of a second batch of episodes — intended to cover both arcs in two seasonal halves. With the manga still running, a fifth season could either just cover the Of One Cloth Arc or be held off until more adaptable chapters have been released first. Either way, we will be updating this article as soon as we know more. View Green Video on the source website Blue Exorcist is available to watch on Crunchyroll and Funimation. 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.
How to watch Pokémon in order: All the TV series, movies and specials
With Ash Ketchum making way for new Pokémon heroes, this iconic anime franchise is still going strong.
To mark its 25th anniversary in 2024, the Pokémon anime series made a drastic change to its line-up. After finally winning the Pokémon World Championship, the show's long-time hero Ash Ketchum moved on, ushering in a new era with a fresh cast of characters. Accompanied by his iconic Pikachu companion, Ash Ketchum is synonymous with the Pokémon brand. But after 25 years it was time to update the franchise, revitalising the anime spin-offs at a time when their stories had started to become rather repetitive. This set the scene for Pokémon Horizons, the official subtitle of Pokémon's 26th anime season. Premiering in 2023, it introduced a new pair of heroes, Liko and Roy, who partner up with their Pokémon friends Sprigatito and Fuecoco. As of April 2025, Pokémon Horizons is now in its second season, titled The Search for Laqua. Fans in the UK can stream it on BBC iPlayer, introducing a new generation of young fans to the franchise. But while Pokémon's creative overseers are figuring out how to deliver fresh stories to new viewers, there's still plenty of classic material to revisit. This anime franchise offers an impressive back catalogue of shows and movies, and if you're interested in checking it out, we're here to help. Here's our guide on how to watch Pokémon in order. How to watch Pokémon in release order Partly thanks to its straightforward and kid-friendly storytelling, Pokémon is relatively easy to follow. You can basically watch the whole TV series in release order. There's some continuity within the narrative, but the main characters obviously don't age in real time. If you're interested in watching the full Pokémon anime franchise in order, here's how to get started: Season 1: Indigo League Season 2: Adventures on the Orange Islands Season 3: The Johto Journeys Season 4: Johto League Champions Season 5: Master Quest Season 6: Advanced Season 7: Advanced Challenge Season 8: Advanced Battle Season 9: Battle Frontier Season 10: Diamond and Pearl Season 11: Diamond and Pearl: Battle Dimension Season 12: Diamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles Season 13: Diamond and Pearl: Sinnoh League Victors Season 14: Black & White Season 15: Black & White: Rival Destinies Season 16: Black & White: Adventures in Unova Part I: Black & White: Adventures in Unova Part II: Black & White: Adventures in Unova and Beyond Season 17: XY Season 18: XY: Kalos Quest Season 19: XYZ Season 20: Sun & Moon Season 21: Sun & Moon – Ultra Adventures Season 22: Sun & Moon – Ultra Legends Season 23: Pokémon Journeys: The Series Season 24: Pokémon Master Journeys: The Series Season 25: Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series Season 26: Pokémon Horizons: The Series Season 27: Pokémon Horizons – The Search for Laqua (AKA Pokemon Horizons season 2) How to watch the Pokémon movies in order Alongside the TV series, the Pokémon franchise also includes several movies - some of which received major international releases, while others are somewhat lesser-known outside of Japan. These movies aren't essential viewing to understand the plot of the ongoing TV series, but they're fun to watch nonetheless. For the most part they focus on exciting new Pokémon, or they act as a showcase for large-scale adventures starring the franchise's lead characters. Here's our recommended viewing order for the Pokémon movies: Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! Pokémon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back Mewtwo Strikes Back: Evolution Pokémon the Movie 2000 Pokémon 3 the Movie: Spell of the Unown Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us Pokémon 4Ever: Celebi – Voice of the Forest Pokémon Heroes Pokémon: Jirachi – Wish Maker Pokémon the Movie: Destiny Deoxys Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life Pokémon: Zoroark: Master of Illusions Pokémon the Movie: White – Victini and Zekrom Pokémon the Movie: Black-Victini and Reshiram Pokémon the Movie: Kyurem vs. the Sword of Justice Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle What order should I watch the Pokémon ONA? There are also several Pokémon ONA (original net animation), which act as supplementary material to the main TV series. Some are flashbacks exploring different periods of the main characters' lives, while others are just standalone adventures with no connection to the main anime's continuity. Here's our recommended viewing order for the Pokémon ONA: Pokémon Generation Pokémon: Twilight Wings Pokémon Legends Pokémon: The Hallowed God, Arceus/ Pokémon: Arceus Chronicles Pokémon: Hisuian Snow Pokémon Concierge This represents the release order for these animated originals, although to be honest, you can watch them without any knowledge of the main series. What order should I watch the Pokémon specials? Playing a slightly different role from the ONA, the Pokémon franchise includes a sequence of short specials that turn a spotlight on individual types of Pokémon. They're only vaguely connected to the main Pokémon timeline, so you can watch them pretty easily without getting bogged down in canonical detail. While you can watch these specials in any order you like, here's their chronological release order: Pikachu Shorts (1998 – 2015) Mewtwo Returns Pokémon Chronicles Pokémon Sunday Pokémon: The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon Pokémon Origins XY Specials Pokémon: Arceus Chronicles Detective Pikachu Where can I watch Pokémon? Somewhat inconveniently, the Pokémon anime franchise is scattered across multiple streaming platforms, making it a little complicated to watch every single strand of the story. You'll probably have to use several different services if you want to catch 'em all. Here are some platforms where you can watch Pokémon in the UK: BBC iPlayer Hulu Netflix Prime Video YouTube Sky Kids 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. 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Chainsaw Man movie release date: Cast, trailer and latest news
The upcoming Chainsaw Man movie adapts an explosive arc from the manga!
It's been quite a while since Chainsaw Man fans saw any new material from the beloved manga's anime adaptation. The original anime TV series aired in 2022, and since then, people have been waiting for the sequel - a movie that was first announced in 2023. Produced by the same anime studio as the anime series, MAPPA (Jujutsu Kaisen), this film is titled Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, and will continue the story from where the TV adaptation left off. As you can probably guess, it adapts the Reze Arc from the manga, introducing a new female character named Reze. Happily, that movie now has a release date, set to arrive in cinemas later in 2025. Here's everything you need to know about Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc! Chainsaw Man movie release date Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc is set to come out on 19th September 2025 in Japan. It will arrive a week later overseas, screening in cinemas on 24th September 2025. What will the Chainsaw Man movie be about? The Chainsaw Man manga made its debut in 2018, and is still ongoing. That means there's plenty of material for the anime franchise to adapt, and with only one season of TV so far, we're still relatively close to the beginning of the narrative. The Reze Arc takes place between chapters 40 and 52 of the manga, which is currently 198 chapters long in total. This particular arc makes sense for a standalone film because it introduces a new character (the titular Reze) and involves a romantic subplot for protagonist Denji. Chainsaw Man movie cast Here's the voice cast for Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc: Kikunosuke Toya as Denji (Japanese)/Ryan Colt Levy (English) Shiori Izawa as Pochita (Japanese)/Lindsay Seidel (English) Reina Ueda as Reze (Japanese)/Alexis Tipton (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) Kenjiro Tsuda as Kishibe (Japanese)/Jason Douglas (English) Chainsaw Man movie trailer You can watch the Chainsaw Man movie trailer here with English subtitles: View oEmbed on the source website Chainsaw Man is available to watch 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.
Oshi no Ko season 2: Release date speculation and latest news
Anime fans have been struck with a sickness — not being able to watch Oshi no Ko season 2. After the first season aired in early 2023, the show quickly became one of the major breakout anime series of the year. Based on the manga of the same name by Aka Akasaka, there’s already a huge fanbase for the story that’s still to come. Following a doctor and his recently deceased patient, the pair are reborn as twins to a famous Japanese pop idol. The duo navigate the highs and lows of the entertainment industry and grow up together as they set out on their brand-new lives. With the story being so sought after, fans have been left wondering when we might see season 2. Well, fans will be pleased to know the wait is almost over. Oshi no Ko Season 2 release date speculation Season 2 of Oshi no Ko is due to air in Japan on July 3rd. We imagine the episode will be available either the same day in on HIDIVE in the UK. How many episodes will Oshi no Ko season 2 have? Though the first season of Oshi no Ko had 11 episodes, there is no confirmed number for the amount of episodes that season 2 might have. We’ll be sure to update this page with the latest information on episodes featured in Oshi no Ko season 2. What is the plot of Oshi no Ko season 2? Following on from the explosive episodes featured in season 1, the second season of Oshi no Ko is set to explore the obstacles that Aquamarine Hoshino faces more deeply. Fans can expect to see even more personal growth from him, with themes of friendship, ambition, and the pitfalls of the entertainment industry all examined in further detail. Who will feature in the Oshi no Ko season 2 cast? In line with the show’s first season, here’s who we expect will make a return in Oshi no Ko season 2: Aqua Hoshino - Takeo Ōtsuka (Japanese) / Jack Stansbury (English) Ruby Hoshino - Yurie Igoma (Japanese) / Alyssa Marek (English) Kana Arima - Megumi Han (Japanese) / Natalie Rial (English) Miyako Saitô - Lynn (Japanese) / Christina Kelly (English) Memcho - Rumi Okubo (Japanese) / Juliet Simmons (English) Akane Kurokawa - Manaka Iwami (Japanese) / Kristen McGuire (English) Fans might recognise Jack Stansbury for his role in Haikyu!!, while Alyssa Marek is best known for Assassins Pride. Where to watch Oshi no Ko in the UK Oshi no Ko Season 2, like the first season will be available to watch on HIDIVE. Is there a trailer for Oshi no Ko season 2? Yes there is a Japanese trailer for the new season! View oEmbed on the source website Oshi no Ko is available to stream on HiDIVE. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on.
Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf release schedule – When is episode 13 out?
The long-awaited reboot is finally here!
Holo and Lawrence are back in the long-awaited anime reboot, Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf. The Spice and Wolf series originally ran for 2 seasons with the first season being 13 episodes long and airing in 2008 and the second being 12 episodes and airing in 2009. Unfortunately, a third season was never made. This new anime adaptation starts fresh and seemingly will be adapting the Spice and Wolf light novel series faithfully, making it the perfect place to start for new fans. Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf will run for 25 episodes, with the previous anime's director, Takeo Takahashi, returning as chief director and a new studio on animation duty, Passione. Spice and Wolf follows a merchant who, when visiting a new village to sell his wares, comes across a beautiful girl with the ears and tail of a wolf. The wisewolf, Holo, wishes to return to her homeland and the lonely merchant agrees to take her – this is their journey. When is Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf episode 13 out? Spice and Wolf airs weekly in Japan and hits the Crunchyroll streaming platform on Mondays. We will update this page if there are any unexpected delays. We expect Episode 13 to be released on Monday June 24th 2024. Spice and Wolf's 12th episode, Price of Betrayal and Price of Gold arrived on Crunchyroll on June 17th 2024. Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf release schedule Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf is currently scheduled to air weekly during its 25 episode run. Here's the schedule for far. We will update this as the season progresses and we get more information: Episode 1: The Harvest Festival and The Crowded Driver's Box - Monday 1st April (Out Now) Episode 2: Mischievous Wolf and No Laughing Matter - Monday 8th April (Out Now) Episode 3: Port Town and Sweet Temptation - Monday 15th April (Out Now) Episode 4: Romantic Merchant and Moonlit Farewell - Monday 22nd April (Out Now) Episode 5: Wolf Incarnate and Obedient Lamb - Monday 29th April (Out Now) Episode 6: Merchant and Unreasonable God - Monday 6th May (Out Now) Episode 7: Scale of God and Sorcerer of the Grasslands - Monday 13th May (Out Now) Episode 8: Fellow Traveler and Foreboding News - Monday 20th May (Out Now) Episode 9: Sweet Honey and Bitter Armor - Monday 27th May (Out Now) Episode 10: Wisdom of a Wolf and Smooth Talk of a Merchant - Monday 3rd June (Out Now) Episode 11: Forest of Wolves and Frigid Rain - Monday 10th June (Out Now) Episode 12: Price of Betrayal and Price of Gold - Monday 17th June (Out Now) Episode 13: Episode Title TBC - Monday 24th June 2024 How to watch Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf in the UK You can watch Spice and Wolf on Crunchyroll in the UK. You can also catch fan-favourites such as One Piece, Solo Leveling and My Hero Academia on the service. Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf cast The great news is both the Japanese and English cast from the original two seasons are returning to play their characters again in this new adaptation. The Japanese cast includes: Holo – Ami Koshimizu Kraft Lawrence – Jun Fukuyama Norah Arendt – Mai Nakahara Meanwhile, the English cast includes: Holo – Brina Palencia Kraft Lawrence – J Michael Tatum Norah Ardent – Leah Clark Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf trailer You can check out the Spice and Wolf trailer below. View oEmbed on the source website Spice and Wolf: Merchant Meets the Wise Wolf is available to watch 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.
Kaiju No. 8 release schedule: When is episode 11 out?
Kaiju No. 8 anime follows Japan Defense Force soldier Kafka Hibano as he goes toe-to-toe with the deadly kaiju alongside his best pal Mina Ashiro, Captain of the Defense Force's 3rd Division. However, our protagonist is no ordinary military man. After a small kaiju flew into his mouth, he developed super powers of his own, which allow him to switch between his human form and different kaiju. But is that a help or a hindrance to his kaiju-killing cause? Those who have read the manga, which was released four years ago, will have an idea, but the rest of you will have to tune in each week on Crunchyroll to discover how he fares. Read on to find out when you can catch the new episodes, wherever you are. When is Kaiju No. 8 episode 11 out? Kaiju No. 8 episode 11 will be released on Crunchyroll on Saturday 22nd June at 4:30pm. New episodes are released weekly on Saturdays and arrive on Crunchyroll simultaneously to their broadcast in Japan. What time do new episodes of Kaiju No. 8 come out? In the UK, new episodes of Kaiju No. 8 drop on Crunchyroll at 4:30pm BST. That works out to the following times around the world: 11:30am Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) 10:30am Central Daylight Time (CDT) 9:30am Mountain Daylight Time (MDT) 8:30am Pacific Daylight Time (PDT) How often are new Kaiju No. 8 episodes released? Kaiju No.8 drops new episodes weekly – but we'll keep this page updated with any delays. What is the Kaiju No. 8 release schedule? Here's the expected release schedule for Kaiju No. 8 so far. Of course, there could be delays and we'll keep this page updated with the latest. It has been confirmed that this season will be running for 12 episodes. Episode 1: The Man Who Became a Kaiju - Saturday 13th April (out now) Episode 2: The Kaiju Who Defeats Kaiju - Saturday 20th April (out now) Episode 3: Revenge Match - Saturday 27th April (out now) Episode 4: Fortitude 9.8 - Saturday 4th May (out now) Episode 5: Joining Up! - Saturday 11th May (out now) Episode 6: Sagamihara Neutralization Operation At Daybreak - Saturday 18th May (out now) Episode 7: Kaiju No. 9 - Saturday 25th May (out now) Episode 8: Welcome to the Defense Force - Saturday 1st June (out now) Episode 9: Raid on Tachikawa Base - Saturday 8th June (out now) Episode 10: Secret Revealed - Saturday 15th June (out now) Episode 11: Episode Title TBC - Saturday 22nd June Episode 12: Episode Title TBC - Saturday 29th June You can catch Kaiju No. 8 on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our 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.
Demon Slayer season 4 release schedule: When is episode 7 out?
The first six episodes are available to stream now on Crunchyroll.
Demon Slayer season 4 is in full swing. Following on from the third instalment of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, which charted the Swordsmith Village Arc, the fourth season adheres to the Hashira Training arc. Tanjiro Kamado and his allies undergo Hashira Training, which is led by the Hashira and designed to prepare the gang for battle against Muzan Kibutsuji. Tanjiro voice actor Natsuki Hanae spoke with RadioTimes.com exclusively earlier this year and teased that fans will see "a lot more training and action" in the new season, and that fans will be able to "get behind their favourite characters". Episode 6, The Strongest of the Demon Slayer Corps, landed on Sunday (16th June). But when does Episode 7 land? Read on for everything you need to know about the release schedule of Demon Slayer season 4. When is Demon Slayer season 4 episode 7 out? The seventh episode of Demon Slayer Season 4 is expected to arrive on Crunchyroll on Sunday 23rd June, one week after the sixth episode arrived. The first episode was a one-hour premiere, which has already been released in the form of a movie, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training. The second, Water Hashira – Giyuu Tomioka's Pain, followed Tanjiro, who was resting at the butterfly mansion, as he hunted for answers after receiving a letter from Kagaya. Demon Slayer season 4 release schedule The Hashira Training arc is the shortest arc within the Demon Slayer manga series, meaning that this season will be the shortest one yet, running at just 8 episodes. However, the official X account for Demon Slayer has announced that the final two episodes of the season will be airing in longer time slots. This starts with episode 7 airing in a 40-minute time slot and episode 8 airing in a 60-minute time slot, compared to the regular 30 minutes the other episodes have had. Here's the schedule for Demon Slayer season 4 so far. We will update this as the season progresses and we get more information: Episode 1: To Defeat Muzan Kibutsuji - Sunday 12th May (out now) Episode 2: Water Hashira Giyu Tomioka's Pain – Sunday 19th May (out now) Episode 3: Fully Recovered Tanjiro Joins the Hashira Training – Sunday 26th May (out now) Episode 4: To Bring a Smile to One's Face – Sunday 2nd June (out now) Episode 5: I Even Ate Demons - Sunday 9th June (out now) Episode 6: The Strongest of the Demon Slayer Corps - Sunday 16th June (out now) Episode 7: TBC - Sunday 23rd June Episode 8: TBC - Sunday 30th June *Final Episode of the Season* How to watch Demon Slayer in the UK Anime fans in the UK can find episodes of Demon Slayer, both new and old, available for subscribers to stream on Crunchyroll. The hit show sits alongside other anime favourites such as One Piece, Solo Leveling and My Hero Academia. Who Are The Demon Slayer Season 4 Cast? Tanjiro Kamado - Natsuki Hanae / Zach Aguilar Nezuko Kamado - Akari Kito / Abby Trott Zenitsu Agatsuma - Hiro Shimono / Aleks Le Inosuke Hashibira - Yoshitsugu Matsuoka / Bryce Papenbrook Giyu Tomioka - Takahiro Sakurai / Johnny Yong Bosch Tengen Uzui - Katsuyuki Konishi / Ray Chase Shinobu Kocho - Saori Hayami / Erika Harlacher Mitsuri Kanroji - Kana Hanazawa / Kira Buckland Is there a Demon Slayer season 4 trailer? Yes. You can watch the trailer for Demon Slayer right here now. View oEmbed on the source website You can catch Demon Slayer on Crunchyroll. Sign up to Crunchyroll today for as little as £4.99 ($6.40) or start your 14-day free trial. 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.
Solo Leveling release schedule: When is episode 12 out?
The series continues with its latest episode next week.
Solo Leveling continues with a brand new episode this weekend, with episode 11 sounding just as ominous as its title, The Knight That Guards an Empty Throne. The latest episode sees Jin-woo facing one of the strongest monsters to date and we're sure the action will only intensify as there are only a few more episodes left in the hit series. So far, we've watched on as Jin-woo has faced an ongoing quest to become a stronger hunter and acquire the necessary items to save his ailing mother. Its a story that has captured the imaginations of many anime fans, so much so that Crunchyroll recently dropped a behind-the-scenes Solo Leveling documentary which gave viewers extra insight into the growing hit. Described as "a comprehensive look at the evolution of this beloved franchise", the two-part event titled The Leveling of Solo Leveling would make a perfect pairing with this week's new episode. With the 11th chapter now available worldwide, fans are now wondering when we can expect Solo Leveling episode 12 to arrive. Here's the latest information. When is Solo Leveling episode 12 out? The 12th episode of Solo Leveling will arrive on Crunchyroll on Saturday 30th March. Sign up to Crunchyroll today for as little as £4.99 ($6.40) or start your 14-day free trial. The show has largely stuck to a weekly release schedule, but has suffered a couple of slight delays across its run so far, with recap episodes being utilised where necessary to give the animators time to get ahead. Last month, star Taito Ban revealed he had needed to rest his voice after coming down with COVID-19. Solo Leveling season 1 release schedule Below is the expected release schedule for Solo Leveling, with episodes airing weekly. Episode 1 – I'm Used To It – Saturday 6th January (out now) Episode 2 – If I had one more chance – Saturday 13th January (out now) Episode 3 – It's Like a Game – Saturday 20th January (out now) Episode 4 – I've Gotta Get Stronger – Saturday 27th January (out now) Episode 5 – A Pretty Good Deal – Saturday 3rd February (out now) Episode 6 – The Real Hunt Begins – Saturday 10th February (out now) Episode 7 - Let’s see how far I can go - Saturday 17th February (out now) Episode 8 - This is Frustrating - Saturday 2nd March (out now) Episode 9 - You've Been Hiding Your Skills - Saturday 9th March (out now) Episode 10 - What is This, a Picnic? - Saturday 16th March (out now) Episode 11 - The Knight That Guards an Empty Throne - Saturday 23rd March (out now) Episode 12 - TBC - Saturday 30th March How to watch Solo Leveling in the UK Anime fans in the UK will be able to enjoy Solo Leveling every week on Crunchyroll, so make sure you have your subscription ready! Sign up to Crunchyroll today for as little as £4.99 ($6.40) or start your 14-day free trial. Is there a Solo Leveling trailer? There sure is, and it looks great! You can watch it here: Episodes 1-8 of Solo Leveling are available to watch on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
KonoSuba season 3 release date speculation, plot, latest news
Fantasy anime meets RPG video games in the popular series, which is returning for a new project.
With a movie, a crossover spin-off and two seasons of KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World! already released, there's plenty of Kazuma, Aqua, Magumin and Darkness to enjoy. However, there's far more where that came from, with KonoSuba season 3 now on the horizon. Inspired by the Japanese light novels of the same name, KonoSuba follows Kazuma Satou, a young boy who is transported to a video game-like world after his untimely death. However, Kazuma will now be levelling up with season 3 - here's everything we know about the next instalment of KonoSuba. KonoSuba season 3 release date speculation KonoSuba season 3 will be released in April 2024! Seasons 1 and 2 aired in Japan in January 2016 and January 2017 respectively, with film KonoSuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World! Legend of Crimson releasing in August 2019. After a long break, we got a spin-off series, KonoSuba: An Explosion on This Wonderful World!, which followed the adventures of everyone's favourite explosive mage, Megumin, in 2023 - and now finally, in 2024, the whole gang will be back together. What will the plot be for KonoSuba season 3? KonoSuba follows Kazuma Satou, a young boy who dies from a heart attack after saving a girl from an incoming truck. However, upon his death, he is transported to a world similar to that of a role-playing game (RPG), and soon forms a dysfunctional party including goddess Aqua, magician Megumin and knight Darkness. Seeing as the first two seasons and film covered the first five volumes of the light novel series, KonoSuba season 3 will likely adapt volumes 6 and 7. Possible spoilers from here on out - but these volumes see Darkness leaving to marry a lord, possibly breaking up the misfit party of adventurers for good. Kazuma is living comfortably with the reward money as news of his victories against the Devil King spread. This soon sparks interest from the Crown, with Princess Iris enlisting his help to capture the Chivalrous Thief Chris, who has poached the empire's wealth. However, a skirmish with the Devil King's army ends in disaster, and Kazuma is exiled in disgrace and separated from his trusted party. The reincarnated former gamer will then have to clear his name - and uncover a far-reaching royal conspiracy while he's at it... Season 3 will also likely develop the budding relationship between Kazuma and Megumin, which was a key focus of the 2019 movie. Is there a KonoSuba trailer? Kadokawa shared the season 3 trailer along with the April 2024 release date reveal. Who could return in the KonoSuba cast? There's no news on the season 3 cast just yet, but we expect the same main cast to all return: Arnie Pantoja plays Kazuma Satou Who is Kazuma? The protagonist of the series, Kazuma was originally a Japanese student who routinely skipped school in order to play video games. However, after dying in a motor accident he is reincarnated in the Fantasy World, where the former gamer teams up with the Goddess of Water Aqua to defeat the Demon King and free all the people oppressed by his rule. Where have I heard Arnie Pantoja before? Accomplished voice actor Arnie Pantoja has appeared as Watchdog Man in fellow anime One Punch Man, Reno in videogame Final Fantasy VII Remake and of course Kazuma Satou in crossover Isekai Quartet. Faye Mata plays Aqua Who is Aqua? Worshipped by the Axis Cult, prior to the Fantasy World Aqua helped guide humans to the afterlife. She reveres the attention she gets as a goddess, and although energetic can get upset often. However, she is extremely powerful as an archpriest and can even resurrect people, but has low stats in luck and intelligence. Where have I heard Faye Mata before? American actress Faye Mata is best known for voicing Lulu in long-running videogame League of Legends, Petra Macneary in Fire Emblem and Yukie Shikako in Netflix anime Godzilla: Singular Point. Erica Mendez plays Megumin Who is Megumin? Megumin is a fourteen-year-old archwizard of the Crimson Demons race - who are known for having dark brown hair, crimson eyes and powerful magic. However, Megumin only knows a single Explosion spell, which while extremely powerful also incapacitates her after a single use. She is the first person to join Kazuma's party, eventually falling in love with him. Where have I heard Erica Mendez before? Voice actress Erica Mendez has recently provided the voices of Sailor Uranus in the Viz Media dub of Sailor Moon, Gugu in To Your Eternity and Phil in videogame New Pokemon Snap. Cristina Vee plays Darkness Who is Darkness? The ominously named Darkness is an 18-year-old crusader with powerful offence and defence stats counterbalanced by a lack of accuracy. She was eventually revealed as former noble Lalatina Dustiness Ford, who became a crusader against the wishes of her influential father. She becomes serious when it comes to defending her friends - and also falls in love with Kazuma, trying and failing several times to win over the adventurer. Where have I heard Cristina Vee before? Actress and director Cristina Valenzuela - known by her stage name of Cristina Vee - provides voices of English dubs of anime, cartoons and videogames, and has voiced Young Donald Duck in DuckTales, Hestu in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity and Yuko Tani in several Godzilla anime films. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Best anime of 2023 - from Attack on Titan to Jujutsu Kaisen
Anime, anime and more anime! 2023 has been a great year for anime fans. Not only have we had quality shows pouring out of Japan that have kept us glued to our screens, but we were also treated to the best live-action anime adaptation yet – thanks to Netflix’s One Piece. Join us as we share some of our favourite anime of 2023! Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 Surprise, surprise, fancy seeing Jujutsu Kaisen’s latest outing on our list. Back in 2020, the first season captured the hearts of anime fans around the world with its cast of badass sorcerers. Since then, the animation studio, MAPPA, has been busy treating us to a prequel movie, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, and now a new season. The stakes are higher and the curses are stronger. You can always count on Jujutsu Kaisen to bring not only incredible animation, but also a story that keeps you at the edge of your seat. Jujutsu Kaisen is streaming now on Crunchyroll. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End We may only be 15 episodes in, but Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End has been a wonderful ride so far. We follow the elven mage Frieren, who was part of the group who managed to slay the evil Demon King. Decades later, Frieren hasn’t changed much due to elven blood, but for her friends time has caught up, and she must navigate the emotions that accompany loss. Along with her new apprentice, Frieren sets out on a new journey. It’s an absolutely beautiful series, and one well worth keeping an eye on as it continues. You can watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End right now either subbed or dubbed on Crunchyroll. Attack on Titan: Final season - The Final Chapters After 10 years, the Attack on Titan anime ended with The Final Chapters - and wow, what an ending it was. Every season was packed with massive moments, character-changing arcs and battles that delivered beyond expectation. Airing this year, the Final Chapters were a wonderful send-off to a show that meant so much to so many people. You can watch all of Attack on Titan on Crunchyroll. Oshi no Ko This isn’t the first time we have included Oshi no Ko on a list this year - we mentioned it back in spring, and it still deserves to be praised as we bring the year to a close. The series does a good job at touching on some important aspects of the entertainment industry and idol culture. It also includes some incredibly memorable and gorgeous scenes. You can watch Oshi no Ko on HIDIVE now. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Swordsmith Village arc Demon Slayer continues its run of being a visually stunning shonen powerhouse. Tanjiro and Nezuko returned and met some new faces in the Swordsmith Village arc, though it’s definitely not the best arc in the series so far. But thanks to the great characters and, of course, the studio behind the series, Ufotable, continuing to set the bar higher and higher with their incredible animation, it remains one of the best shows of the year. You can watch Demon Slayer on Crunchyroll now. Vinland Saga season 2 This is studio MAPPA’s third anime on this list, what a year they’ve had! Vinland Saga finally made its return this year – after the popularity of the first season back in 2019, fans were desperate for more of the Viking epic. The second season continues the story of Thorfinn and his quest for revenge. Vinland Saga is available to watch on Netflix and Crunchyroll. View Green Video on the source website 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. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 12 issues for only £1 with delivery to your home – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Back in 2015, a little show called One Punch Man took the anime world by storm. Since the first season, there have been a few specials and a follow-up season, with a third on the way. So, to get you up to speed, we thought we’d share how to watch One Punch Man in order. How to watch One Punch Man in order You can understand and enjoy One Punch Man simply by watching seasons 1 and 2, but if you want to dive in deeper, we have you covered! One Punch Man Season 1 One Punch Man Season 1 Specials One Punch Man: Road to Hero One Punch Man: A Super Serious Look Back! One Punch Man Season 2 One Punch Man Season 2 Specials One Punch Man Season 3 (Coming Soon) You can find out more about the upcoming third season right now! What's the plot of One Punch Man? One Punch Man tells the story of Saitama, a man who wanted to become a hero. He trained constantly for three years - losing his hair and becoming incredibly strong. So strong, in fact, that it turned out he could defeat any villain with just one punch. That sounds awesome, right? Well, unfortunately for Saitama, his strength has led him to a life of boredom, as battling is no longer interesting for him. But after a chance encounter with a cyborg, Genos, Saitama’s life changes course, and he and his new cyborg disciple sign up to the Hero Association – leading them to meet new allies and face new enemies. View Green Video on the source website Where to watch One Punch Man Whether you’re a newbie to One Punch Man or a fan looking to rewatch the series, you’ll be glad to know that both seasons are available to stream on Crunchyroll right now. Wondering what to watch on TV? Visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off review: Netflix anime continues the magic
It’s been 13 long years since we were treated to a love story that packed quite a punch – Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Although it was a box office disappointment, thankfully, it didn’t take long for Edgar Wright’s misunderstood and under-appreciated film to receive the cult following it deserved. Now all these years later a new show is here led by director Abel Góngora (Star Wars: Visions) and the beloved film cast is back together and along for the ride for new anime Scott Pilgrim Takes Off. The film’s director Edgar Wright also makes a return, taking on an executive producer role, and Scott Pilgrim creator Bryan Lee O'Malley is in the writer’s chair for Netflix’s eight-episode anime, which brings us back to his unforgettable world. Scott Pilgrim’s life is a bit of a mess, to put it kindly. He plays bass in a band that nobody knows, lives with his friend Wallace – rent free, of course and is dating a 17-year-old high schooler. However, when his Subspace Highway (I know, it sounds odd, but just roll with it) is used by the enigmatic Ramona Flowers, Scott’s life changes in ways unimaginable. From the moment you start the first episode and experience the stunning opening video alongside its extremely catchy song Bloom by the Japanese band Necry Talkie, you know you are about to experience something pretty special. We won’t be spoiling the series in this review, but it takes Scott Pilgrim in new and fascinating directions, making every episode exciting even for those die-hard fans who have consumed every piece of Pilgrim media time and time again. Because of this new path the anime takes, we get to see characters portrayed in ways we could never imagine, resulting in unexpected interactions and outcomes throughout the show’s eight episodes. The graphic novel’s magic is captured flawlessly thanks to the effort of the Japanese studio, Science SARU, from everything big and small, to the locations to the no-holds-barred action sequences that are featured in almost every episode – they have knocked this out of the park. They really have achieved something very special, which shouldn’t be a surprise considering this is the studio founded by the award-winning and legendary Masaaki Yuasa (Inu-Oh and Ping Pong the Animation). The animation truly makes every episode shine and pulls off bringing these beloved characters to life. If that wasn’t enough, the returning cast elevates this even further, each sounding like they have slipped flawlessly back into their roles from 13 years ago and are having a blast being back. The delightful visuals are matched with an equally impressive soundtrack which is co-composed by Joseph Trapanese and a band that fans of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game will know well, Anamanaguchi, who have also written some original songs for the anime too – which do not disappoint. If you’ve never consumed a piece of Scott Pilgrim media before, whether that’s the game, graphic novel or film, then this may not be the best place to start. That doesn’t mean you can’t start here, because of course you will find plenty to enjoy – but people who have read the graphic novels or watched the movie will definitely get more out of this particular show. Each episode highlights just how great Bryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski are. This writing duo have packed this tale with an intriguing story, fantastic dialogue and a new way to look at each and every character. It’s no small feat what they have managed to do in just eight episodes. Has it left us wanting more? Absolutely! We’re not sure whether the show was ever intended to receive a sequel, but with everything they have achieved during this run, we’d be more than happy to spend more time with these characters. This is an adaptation that will stay with us for a while to come and, much like the film, it will definitely be one we rewatch time and time again. Scott Pilgrim Takes Off is streaming now on Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £4.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. The 2010 Scott Pilgrim vs the World film is available to stream on ITVX. 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. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now and celebrate the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who with a special issue of Radio Times. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Classroom of the Elite season 3 release date speculation, latest news
If it feels like Classroom of the Elite Season 3 was announced a long time ago, that’s because it was. The news broke before season 2 had even aired - back in March 2022 - that we would be treated to a third season in 2023. However, due to a slight delay, that has been pushed back - and it will now air in 2024. Classroom of the Elite is based on the light novels by Shōgo Kinugasa and Shunsaku Tomose. Chief directors Hiroyuki Hashimoto (Is the Order a Rabbit??) and Seiji Kishi (Assassination Classroom) are back for the anime’s third outing, and the show will continue to be directed by Nishouji Yoshihito. When will Classroom of the Elite season 3 air? The long-awaited Classroom of the Elite season 3 will start in January 2024. At this moment in time, there is no information on how many episodes this season will run for. Season 1 had 12 episodes and season 2 had 13 – so we can take a guess this third season will have around the same as those. Where to watch Classroom of the Elite season 3 You will be able to watch the latest season of Classroom of the Elite on Crunchyroll at some point in 2024. If you haven’t had a chance to watch the series yet, you have a couple of months to catch up with the first two seasons, which are also available on Crunchyroll. View Green Video on the source website What is Classroom of the Elite? Welcome to Tokyo Koudo Ikusei Senior High School, a place where 100 per cent of the enrolled students go to college or find themselves jobs when they graduate. It’s also a cutthroat place where the classes are ranked from A to D, and every student is given points for how well they do. If they achieve more than their betters, they can then climb up the ladder. For unknown reasons, Kiyotaka Ayanokoji puts himself in the bottom class, 1-D, which is packed with the school’s problem children. What is his plan? And can the students of 1-D climb their way to the top of this elite school? Who will be in the Classroom of the Elite season 3 cast? If the cast stays the same as the previous season, then we can expect to hear the following! Shoya Chiba/Justin Briner as Kiyotaka Ayanokoji Akari Kito/Felecia Angelle as Suzune Horikita Yurika Kubo/Sarah Wiedenheft as Kikyo Kushida Ayana Taketatsu/Bryn Apprill as Kei Karuizawa Masaaki Mizunaka/Eric Vale as Kakeru Ryuen Is there a Classroom of the Elite season 3 trailer? Unfortunately, there isn’t a trailer available for the third season yet, but we will update this as soon as there is. Until then, here's a recap of the trailer for season 2. View oEmbed on the source website You can catch Classroom of the Elite 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. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now and celebrate the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who with a special issue of Radio Times. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
My Daemon: Release date, trailer, and latest news for Netflix series
My Daemon is a new animated series from the mind of Japanese writer Otsuichi (Hirotaka Adachi) and the Thai animators at Igloo Studio who helped out with the animation of the Kill Team Kill episode of Netflix’s Love, Death + Robots. The story is set after a nuclear explosion results in a rift opening between earth and hell. When a young boy named Kento’s mother is involved in an accident, he and his friend Anna – a creature that originated from the rift – go on a journey to try and save her. But, of course, their adventure won’t be a simple one, as dark forces close in on the pair. Here's everything you need to know. What is the release date of My Daemon? My Daemon will be hitting Netflix worldwide on Thursday 23rd November. There is currently no word on how long the series will be, but we will update this as soon as that information becomes available. Who will be in the cast of My Daemon? We know that My Daemon will be available in multiple languages at launch, but at the time of writing no official cast list has been released from Netflix. We will update this information as it becomes available. Does My Daemon have a trailer? It sure does! You can see Igloo Studio’s Japanese and Western animation combo in all its glory right here: View oEmbed on the source website You can catch My Daemon on Netflix on Thursday 23rd November 2023. 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. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now and celebrate the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who with a special issue of Radio Times. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times podcast.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 release schedule: When is the final episode out?
Dark times are on the way. Summoning demons has never been more popular — and the second season of Jujutsu Kaisen is here to prove it. Based on the manga series of the same name, the story initially followed teenager Yuji after he joined a school club full of student sorcerers, before shifting focus to his mentor, Gojo. Indeed, the Hidden Inventory/Premature Death arc – a prequel of sorts giving us a glimpse into Gojo's past – brought with it a shocking character death and revealed events that led to Geto becoming one of the series's main antagonists. Now, the anime has arrived at the infamous Shibuya Incident arc, something that manga fans have been anxiously excited about for a long time – let's just say it marks the beginning of a dark path for the anime to walk down. Read on for everything you need to know about the Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 release schedule. When is the final episode of Jujutsu Kaisen released? Season 2 ended on episode 23 titled 'Shibuya Incident - Gate, Close'. It was released on Crunchyroll in the UK on Thursday 28th December. Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 release schedule? This is the expected release schedule for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, with the episodes dropping weekly on Crunchyroll. The series took a short summer break after episode 5 aired, but it is now back to its regular schedule: This is the expected release schedule for Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, with the episodes dropping weekly on Crunchyroll. The series took a short summer break after episode 5 aired, but it is now back to its regular schedule: Episode 1 - Hidden Inventory - Thursday 6th July (out now) Episode 2 - Hidden Inventory 2 - Thursday 13th July (out now) Episode 3 - Hidden Inventory 3 - Thursday 20th July (out now) Episode 4 - Hidden Inventory 4 - Thursday 27th July (out now) Episode 5 - Premature Death - Thursday 3rd August (out now) Episode 6 - It's Like That - Thursday 31st August (out now) Episode 7 - Evening Festival - Thursday 7th September (out now) Episode 8 - The Shibuya Incident - Thursday 13th September (out now) Episode 9 - Shibuya Incident - Gate, Open - Thursday 21st September (out now) Episode 10 - Pandemonium - Thursday 28th September (out now) Episode 11 - Seance - Thursday 5th October (out now) Episode 12 - Dull Knife - Thursday 12th October (out now) Episode 13 - Red Scale - Thursday 19th October (out now) Episode 14 - Fluctuations - Thursday 26th October (out now) Episode 15 - Fluctuations Part 2 - Thursday 2nd November (out now) Episode 16 - Thunderclap - Thursday 9th November (out now) Episode 17 - Thunderclap part 2 - Thursday 16th November (out now) Episode 18 - Right and Wrong - Thursday 23rd November (out now) Episode 19 - Right and Wrong part 2 - Thursday 30th November (out now) Episode 20 - Right and Wrong part 3 - Thursday 7th December (out now) Episode 21 - Metamorphosis - Thursday 14th December (out now) Episode 22 - Metamorphosis part 2 - Thursday 21st December (out now) Episode 23 - 'Shibuya Incident - Gate, Close' - Thursday 28th December (out now) How to watch Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 in the UK Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 is available to watch on Crunchyroll in the UK. Want more Jujutsu Kaisen? We've got you covered. Jujutsu Kaisen arcs in order Who is Gojo in Jujutsu Kaisen and why does he cover his eyes? Has Sukuna's full power been revealed in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2? Top 10 most powerful anime characters ranked What time are new episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen released? New episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen are generally released on Crunchyroll late afternoon in the UK. How many episodes will there be in Jujutsu Kaisen season 2? View oEmbed on the source website Like the first season, these new episodes will arrive in two batches, which means we're most likely going to have 24 episodes in total this time around again as well. The two cours (as they’re also known) will only have a short break in between, meaning fans can expect new Yuji and Gojo content well into 2024. Is Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 a prequel? The first arc of season 2, the Hidden Inventory arc, is a prequel, following Gojo in his younger years. Around the 12th episode, at the end of the first cour, we'll have a time jump, and will then follow Gojo as an adult alongside his students for the second cour. After the Death Painting arc was completed in season 1, it was confirmed that Jujutsu Kaisen season 2 will adapt Gojo’s past arc alongside the Shibuya Incident arc. Taking place in 2006, the season’s first few episodes follow Gojo in his school student days, learning how to deal with cursed spirits during their second year of learning. MAPPA’s CEO Manabu Otsuka has already stated that season 2 is guaranteed to be completely different during an interview with Crunchyroll. "The first season of the television series and the movie have been very, very successful. We would like to leverage that success for season 2, but we are not going to be doing the same thing and repeat ourselves. "To the fans of the series, I would like to show even greater success and bigger growth in season 2." Why is Jujutsu Kaisen so popular? Since bursting onto screens in 2020, it’s no surprise that Jujutsu Kaisen is now one of the most popular anime shows in recent years. The fact that the show revolves around a unique power system makes it a refreshing watch, using cursed energy that originates from any negative emotions. Fans have also stated that the action in Jujutsu Kaisen always feels fresh, with plenty of world building and plot points to enjoy. You can catch Jujutsu Kaisen 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. Try Radio Times magazine today and get 10 issues for only £10 – subscribe now. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.