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items: How to watch Hunter x Hunter in order
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How to watch Hunter x Hunter in order
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date: 2025-10-16T14:35:07.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: No need to hunt down a viewing order for this anime. We've got it right here.
encoded: Hunter x Hunter, based on the series created by Yoshihiro Togashi, is a story so popular, the anime version ended up being adapted twice. If that doesn't tell you how iconic this series is, we don't know what will. The story revolves around a young boy, Gon, who learns that his long-gone dad is actually famous for being a world-renowned hunter. Eager to follow in his father's footsteps, Gon leaves his home island to try his hand at passing the Hunter Examination. Unsurprisingly, Gon's journey isn't exactly easy, which gave both the 1999 and 2011 anime adaptations plenty to work with and expand upon. If you're unsure on where to start, then here’s everything you need to know about watching Hunter x Hunter in full. How to watch Hunter x Hunter 1999 If you're anything like us, your first venture into Hunter x Hunter may have been the 2011 version. However, it wasn't the first iteration of the popular series. That was the 1999 version of Hunter x Hunter, which lasted through to 2003. Including the OVAs, there’s a total of 92 episodes, which have been praised by fans for their distinct animation style. Though this adaptation largely focuses on the Hunter Exam arc, there are filler episodes that can be skipped if needed — which can largely be found in the OVAs. Here’s the chronological and release order for how to watch Hunter x Hunter: Hunter X Hunter (1999) Hunter X Hunter: Spider (OVA, 2002) Hunter X Hunter: Greed Island (OVA, 2003) Hunter X Hunter: Greed Island Final (OVA, 2004) How to watch Hunter x Hunter 2011 The 2011 version of Hunter x Hunter is essentially a reboot of the 1999 one. The beauty of this is that, regardless of whether you want to start from the beginning or a more modern take, you could watch either version in any order and not really lose out on anything. However, there are some distinct pros in Going beyond the Hunter Exam arc, the 2011 version takes much more of the story in that the 1999 original. Racking up 148 episodes by the time it finished …

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How to watch Bleach in order
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date: 2025-08-27T11:30:27.000Z
creator: Gavia Baker Whitelaw
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: There's a lot to catch up with, but it's easier than it looks!
encoded: Bleach is an iconic title in anime fandom. It premiered back in 2004 and has run for 16 seasons, as well as venturing into sequel territory with the ongoing series Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War, which debuted in 2022. Based on the long-running shonen manga series by Tite Kubo, Bleach follows the adventures of a teenage boy (later a young man) named Ichigo Kurosaki. As a fantasy story taking place in an alternate universe, it begins with Ichigo adopting the powers of a Soul Reaper, an entity with a similar role to the Grim Reaper. Tasked with protecting humankind from evil spirits and navigating the borders between life and death, he must learn to wield his new abilities, setting the scene for a series of adventures involving other supernatural creatures. Running for an impressive 366 episodes between 2004 and 2012, Bleach has earned a passionate fanbase. Two decades on, fans are now tuning into the sequel series Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War. Also based on the manga, it's a four-season narrative that will conclude Ichigo's journey as a Soul Reaper. Part 4 of the series is set to premiere in 2026. Given the epic length of this franchise, catching up can seem like an intimidating task. Fortunately, we've got you covered with this conclusive guide to watching all of Bleach in order. How to watch Bleach in order First off, what does it mean to watch Bleach "in order"? Basically, you have two options: Watching by episodic release date, or in chronological order based on the story's plot. The easiest method is to watch by release date, which means alternating between the anime series and its related spin-off movies. Here's our outline for how to watch the Bleach anime franchise in release order: Season 1 - The Substitute Soul Reaper (Episodes 1-20) Season 2 - The Entry (Episodes 1-21) Season 3 - The Rescue (Episodes 1-22) Season 4 - The Bounty (Episodes 1-22) Season 5 - The Assault (Episodes 1-15) Bleach The Movie: Memories of Nobody Season 5 - The Assault (Episodes 1…

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Black Clover season 5 release date speculation, latest news
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date: 2025-07-09T15:10:44.000Z
creator: Ben Williams
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: After a long wait, the Black Clover anime is set to return.
encoded: After a four-year wait, we finally have some good news regarding the future of Black Clover. Announced at Anime Expo 2025, the show is set to return for a fifth season. Debuting in 2017, this fantasy anime series is a beloved title among shonen fans. Adapted from the long-running manga series by Yūki Tabata, it concluded its most recent season in 2021. And crucially, that season ended on a cliffhanger. The season 4 finale, titled The Faraway Future, ended with the protagonist Asta preparing to train for an oncoming war. But since then, fans have been left hanging. After a while, even the most loyal viewers get tired of rewatching Black Clover's filler episodes while they wait. In the long gap between seasons, the show's creators did release a movie titled Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King. However, this 2023 film takes place during an earlier point in the story's timeline, so it doesn't continue the main plot. With the fifth season now officially on its way, here's everything we know about the future of Black Clover. Black Clover season 5 release date speculation At present, there's no official release date for Black Clover season 5. However, it seems likely to arrive sometime in 2026, considering the timing of the announcement at Anime Expo in July 2025. The new season will stream on Crunchyroll, and (somewhat confusingly) is being described as "season 2" of the show, framing the first four seasons as "season 1". Black Clover's creators haven't confirmed why there was such a long wait between seasons, but the two most likely reasons are the difficulty of releasing one season per year, and the limited amount of source material left to adapt. By taking a pause between seasons 4 and 5, the show gave the original manga a chance to publish more material. Who could return for Black Clover season 5? If we go by the latest Black Clover episode and film appearances, these are the most likely cast members to return for season 5: Asta - Gakuto Kajiwara (JP) / Dallas Reid…

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How to watch Higurashi in order
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date: 2025-07-02T16:20:16.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: Do you fancy crying when watching an anime series? You'll want to watch Higurashi, then.
encoded: At first glance, Higurashi: When They Cry appears to be a sweet and cozy anime – something you put on TV when you want to unwind and watch something chill. The reality is that Higurashi is, in fact, terrifying, arguably horrifying at times, and can even be a challenging watch, is soon revealed. It's likely that you've heard of Higurashi already. It's described as a "sound novel" which might be confusing at first, but let us explain. It's a video novel, but instead of focusing solely on visuals, the Higurashi story took it a step further to tell a story through the use of sound and atmosphere. It was met with explosive success, with the story expanding into an anime in 2006. It quickly established itself as one of the best anime franchises around. The series follows Keiichi Maebara. Set in 1983, Keiichi has recently moved to the quiet village of Hinamizawa, where he quickly makes a group of friends at school. However, not everything is what it seems, as he soon realises that a darkness is lurking underneath the surface, one that is eager to reveal itself. There have been a lot of different adaptations of Higurashi, so it makes sense on why newcomers may not know where to start. Thankfully, our guide is the best way to help you find out how to watch Higurashi in order. How to watch Higurashi in order After the unexpected popularity of the original When They Cry series, plenty of spin-offs were made that turned Higurashi from a TV show into a franchise. At the same time, the visual novels were re-released, adding entirely new story arcs to better match up with the episodes and OVAs. Thankfully, Higurashi’s release and chronological order are precisely the same. Here’s how that watchlist would look: When They Cry (2006) Higurashi no Naku Koro ni: Nekogoroshi-hen (OVA, 2007) When They Cry: Kai (2007) When They Cry: Rei (2009) Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kira (2011–12) Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kaku: Outbreak (OVA, 2013) Higurashi: When They Cry – Gou (2020–21) Higurashi: W…

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How to watch The Seven Deadly Sins anime in order
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date: 2025-07-02T09:58:17.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: It would be a (seven) deadly sin to watch this anime out of order.
encoded: If you're after an anime that has intense battles, a humorous cast of characters that you'll remember for a long time to come, and an epic story that explores the themes of courage, redemption, friendship, and love in a vibrant fantasy setting, pause. We've got just the anime for you: The Seven Deadly Sins, a 2014 anime adaptation of creator Nakaba Suzuki's manga following Princess Elizabeth, who is in search of a group of former Holy Knights known as The Seven Deadly Sins. The Seven Deadly Sins anime is relatively short when you compare it to other shonen anime like Naruto and Bleach, but it still has an awful lot to offer. It is well-loved among its fans, and the general consensus is that animation studios A-1 Pictures and Studio Deen did a great job of bringing the anime to life. However, The Seven Deadly Sin anime doesn't just stop there. It has several spin-offs worth considering, mobile games and video games such as The Seven Deadly Sins: Knights of Brittania and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. That said, with so much to peruse, you might be wondering on where you should even start. Thankfully, we have got just the guide to help you explore and watch The Seven Deadly Sins anime in order. How to watch The Seven Deadly Sins in release order While you could watch The Seven Deadly Sins in chronological order, you're almost guaranteed to spoil yourself in the process. For newcomers, our advice is to begin with the release order. As the show’s timeline is based on information revealed throughout the series, no nasty surprises will throw you off while watching Elizabeth in her search. Doing that would make your watchlist look something like this: The Seven Deadly Sins Season 1 (2014) The Seven Deadly Sins Bandit Ban OVA (2015) The Seven Deadly Sins Heroes Fun Time: Extra Stories Compilation OVA (2015) The Seven Deadly Sins: Signs of Holy War (2016) The Seven Deadly Sins: Revival of Commandments (2018) The Seven Deadly Sins Movie 1: Prisoners of the Sky (2018) The…

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How to watch Gundam in order
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date: 2025-06-18T14:29:17.000Z
creator: Aimee Hart
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: There's never been a more perfect time to watch over 40 years of anime.
encoded: When you think back to the very beginning of anime, the one that you felt started it all off, it would be a safe guess that you thought back to the original Gundam. With origins dating back to the late 1970s, the Gundam franchise is renowned worldwide, largely in part due to creators Hajime Yatate and Yoshiyuki Tomino shaping the franchise into something with worldwide appeal that boasts a plethora of spin-offs, sequels, prequels, and everything in between. But with so many iterations and storylines, it’s easy to see why you might feel lost when trying to figure out where to start. The latest Gundam news, outside of the theatrical release of a Gundam movie, is the new anime series Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX. This series is set in an alternative universe where Char Aznable obtains the White Base and the original RX-78 Gundam, rather than Amuro Ray. This means that the outcome of the One Year War is immediately altered, with the anime seeking to explore the implications of this change. With a new exciting movie on the way and a brand new anime series to watch, it's obvious why you would want to find out the watch order of Gundam and all its exciting spin-offs. Thankfully, we're here to point you in the right direction, having compiled over 50 animated franchise versions into one cohesive timeline. Read on to find out how to watch Gundam in order, from release to chronological. How to watch Gundam in release order With so much going on and so many different elements to consider, viewers might simply want to watch Gundam in the order in which it was released. The order for watching the Gundam franchise by release date looks something like this: Mobile Suit Gundam (1979 – 1980) Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam (1985 – 1986) Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ (1986 – 1987) Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack (1988) Mobile Suit Gundam F91 (1991) Victory Gundam (1993) Mobile Suit V Gundam (1993 – 1994) Mobile Fighter G Gundam (1994 – 1995) Mobile Suit Gundam Wing (1995 – 1996) After War …

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Boruto filler list: All Boruto episodes to skip
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date: 2025-06-18T12:15:50.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: Not feeling Boruto's vibes? You can skip these episodes and feel guilt-free.
encoded: Imagine going out on ninja adventures while also being a school student. If that sounds appealing, then you'll no doubt enjoy Boruto, the Naruto sequel that follows the adventures of Boruto, the son of Naruto, and all of his friends. And much like his father, Boruto is training to become the most powerful ninja to ever live. Pretty big shoes to fill, wouldn't you say? Boruto first aired back in 2017, where it quickly became well-loved and popular thanks to a returning cast of characters like Team 7 (Naruto, Sakura and Sasuke) as well as a brand new story focusing on a new generation. Unfortunately, what became apparent was that the anime was fast catching up with the manga, thus leaving the series to pad out much of its content with filler episodes. If you love filler, this was great news. For everyone else, however... Not so much. Because of catch-up, many Boruto fans are now waiting and wondering if the anime series will continue, as the manga and anime are on hiatus. So while we wait for the answer to that long-sought-after question, don't fret, because there's still plenty of episodes and spin-off material to get stuck into. Are they worth watching? We answer that question and more with this Boruto filler list guide. Boruto filler list: Which episodes can be skipped? Like most long-standing anime series, not every episode is a fantastic piece of television history. The unfortunate truth is that some episodes simply don't offer up anything new, while others are just recaps of things we've seen before. If you're not interested in all that filler noise, then you skip it all by moving past the following arcs: Episodes 48-50: the Byakuya Gang Arc Episodes 67-69: the Cho-Cho Arc Episodes 231-232: the Great Sea Battle of Kirigakure Arc Episodes 261-273: the Kawaki & Himawari Academy Arc By skipping the mentioned arcs, fans will still be ready and prepared to enjoy the next instalment of episodes without feeling as though they've missed anything important. Which Boruto …

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Solo Leveling season 2 ending explained: Did Jinwoo take down Beru?
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date: 2025-03-30T09:00:19.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: It’s time to squash some bugs once and for all.
encoded: *Warning: This article contains full spoilers for the final episode of Solo Leveling season 2.* Even before Solo Leveling aired the season 2 finale, the action didn’t really feel like it could be topped. With Jinwoo’s fight against the Ant King as the climax of the Jeju Island Arc, episode 12 gave us one of the best anime fights we’ve arguably ever seen. So how does episode 13 even try topping that? By ending things on a hopeful note, that’s how. Instead of fans being left with a knot in their stomach wondering whether Jinwoo can ever return, he’s going out on a high – and that’s good news for us. Whether Solo Leveling season 3 comes our way remains to be seen (more on that later), but Jinwoo’s not done facing down his demons, including some more mysterious faces. Solo Leveling season 2 ending explained Does Jinwoo destroy the ants? You know he does. Instead of leaving, Jinwoo decides to stay on Jeju Island, eliminating all the ants that are left. In the process, he’s able to reach the 100th level. After, he decides to use shadow extraction on the Ant King’s Corpse, named Beru. This might feel familiar to you, and that’s because we saw something similar in the season 1 finale. Jinwoo’s final fight at the time was with the Blood-Red Commander, later extracting the shadow of Igris. He’s got a different issue this time around, though. Where Jinwoo couldn’t extract Igris’s shadow the first time in season 1, he finds an unexpected darkness when he tries with Beru in season 2. What does this mean? We don’t know yet, but it’s likely going to cause more issues later down the line for Jinwoo. Because the Ant King was a soldier with a general rank, Beru is now easily the strongest soldier in Jinwoo’s shadow army. Already, he’s showing immense loyalty to Jinwoo, essentially helping to destroy all the ants that are left on the island. What happened to Cha Hae-In? View oEmbed on the source website You might remember that things got a bit hairy for Cha Hae-In in season 2 episode …

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How to watch Black Clover in order
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date: 2025-02-19T16:44:46.000Z
creator: Gavia Baker Whitelaw
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Evergreen
description: Want to get into Black Clover but find navigating its spin-offs and 150+ episodes tricky? We're here to help!
encoded: Black Clover offers a subversive take on the fantasy genre, set in a world where everything is magic – except for the story's hero. The young orphan Asta is born with no magical powers, making him an outcast in his society. But when he acquires a rare book that gives him anti-magic abilities, he creates a new path for himself, embarking on a journey to become the next Wizard King. Beginning as a manga series by Yūki Tabata in 2015, Black Clover has since spawned a stage play, video game spin-offs and, of course, an extensive anime franchise. Between the Black Clover TV series, OVAs and films, the sheer volume of anime canon can be a little intimidating. So if you're looking to speed-watch the most important parts, we've got you covered with our Black Clover filler list. Otherwise, whether you're a new viewer or a longtime fan waiting for Black Clover season 5, here's our guide for how to watch Black Clover in order. How to watch Black Clover in release order The bulk of the Black Clover anime franchise is relatively simple, covered in the four current seasons of the TV series. However there are also several connected spinoffs including OVAs and the 2023 movie Sword of the Wizard King. If you want to watch Black Clover in order of release date, here's where to start: Jump Festa 2016 OVA (OVA, 2017) Black Clover season 1 (anime, 2017–2018) Black Clover season 2 (anime, 2018–2019) Jump Festa 2018 OVA (OVA, 2018) Squishy! Black Clover (ONA, 2019) Black Clover season 3 (anime, 2019–2020) Black Clover season 4 (anime, 2020–2021) Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King (film, 2023) How to watch Black Clover in chronological order Of course, there's also the option of watching Black Clover according to the franchise's narrative timeline. There isn't a huge difference between this and the original release order, aside from one key difference. The movie Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King tells a story that takes place between the Elf Reincarnation arc and the Heart Kingdom…

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Solo Leveling defies one big anime trend – and should stick to its guns for season 2
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date: 2025-01-11T17:00:26.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: Jinwoo can’t be E-rank forever.
encoded: Anybody who started watching Solo Leveling season 1 and immediately thought it couldn’t compete with other hit anime series needs to apologise (sound familiar?), as season 2 hits the ground running. Over the last year, the anime has absolutely wiped the floor with its competition thanks to its simplistic yet intense leveling-up storyline. Main character Jinwoo started out as an E-rank hunter, merely going along to raids in order to make up numbers in a crew. As time has passed, however, things have changed. Jinwoo is having the classic hero’s journey of realising he’s actually much stronger after coming back from the dead in the pilot episode. Instead of climbing the ranks, he is stuck with his E-rank label while the system secretly upgrades his missions, weapons and strength. Why? It’s a mystery. Even if you’re not keeping up with the monster madness happening onscreen, you’ll be able to tell Jinwoo is changing quite easily. Without any warning, his physical appearance subtly shifts at numerous points, meaning he’s started season 2 as a buff, chiseled man. The meek schoolboy we started with disappeared fairly quickly into Solo Leveling – and that’s been a problem for some fans. Now that we’re one episode into season 2, there’s two opposing arguments in the fandom. Some feel season 1 did a terrible job of showing Jinwoo’s progress and evolution, but they also think season 2 is going to fumble the bag. Given how starkly different Jinwoo is now, there’s a fear that his growth will be rushed as Solo Leveling steamrollers into its Jeju Island Arc. Let’s flip this argument on its head. What if the speed of Jinwoo’s ranking is actually a blessing rather than a curse? Yes, we’re moving at a lightning-quick pace – but it’s incredibly dynamic. And isn’t that why Solo Leveling has stood out so much in the first place? It’s fair to say that, historically, anime likes to take its sweet time unfolding a storyline. While this often matches up with manga chapters, TV adaptations s…

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My Hero Academia season 7 ending explained: Did Ochaco or Toga survive?
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date: 2024-10-14T16:07:23.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: And where is Deku in all of this?
encoded: *Warning: This article contains full spoilers for the final episode of My Hero Academia season 7.* It feels as though all the My Hero Academia endings have come at once, with season 7 closing out the penultimate part of the anime. When we last saw the UA gang, Ochaco and Toga were locked in a life-or-death battle, with a Quirkless All Might enlisting Melissa to help him design a brand new superhero suit. Rumours have been swirling that All Might will bow out after episode 21 thanks to his all-time level of weakness, but is this actually true? We’re forgetting another key character amidst the chaos: Deku. The nervous young boy who started out as our titular character back in season 1 has since been sidelined, acting in a secondary role in season 7. But what does the future hold for these three storylines? Let’s break down everything that went on during the My Hero Academia season 7 ending. How did Ochaco and Toga's final fight end? As you might expect, things weren’t too rosy for these two after we left them ending their final fight in episode 20. But it’s Toga who is killed off, coming to her death halfway through the episode. But how does it happen? We first see Toga standing over Ochaco, who is barely surviving after the Double Swarm disappeared. Ochaco has overused her Quirk, and it’s taking a serious toll on her body. However, Toga seems unwilling to her Ochaco die — or at least won’t let it happen that easily. Instead, Toga swallows some of Ochaco’s blood, which partially transforms Toga into her (if you’ve seen a snap of the two blended together, now you know why). This gives Toga the ability to perform a life-saving blood transfusion, which understandably isn’t a decision that naturally matches up to a character who has been singled out as one of season 7’s biggest villains. Her reason? Toga wants to do something drastic in order to prove to Ochaco that her kind-hearted feelings are genuine. But there’s an issue: if Toga keeps going, she risks losing all of h…

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Netflix has made one genius decision with its Twilight series
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date: 2024-09-06T12:29:37.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
subject: Netflix
description: As always, animation is the answer.
encoded: The phone is ringing, and 2008 is on the other end. It’s promising us trashy teen romance, with a hint of mystery and a healthy helping of the supernatural. But haven’t we had this all before? Of course we have! The late noughties gave us Twilight, and we’ve been hooked ever since. We don’t need to remind you of the story. Boy meets girl, boy is actually hundreds of years old and doesn’t eat cafeteria food, boy fights other boy, who is sometimes a very large dog, for said girl’s attention. The franchise spawned five movies following the trio, and Stephenie Meyer’s books have fanned the flames since 2005. Ever since the saga’s official on-screen end in 2012, all has been silent. Sure, we’ve memed the cast on socials until we’re blue in the face and Meyer has continued to write, but things haven’t been the same. Well, with the exception of one thing – Meyer’s 2020 companion novel Midnight Sun. It retells the story of the 2005 original… except this time, it’s all from Edward’s perspective. You might have missed it the first time around, but you definitely won’t now Netflix has got its mitts on it. Announced this week, Midnight Sun is officially coming to the streaming service - only there’s a huge change. Instead of getting Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart back together, the series – yes, series – will be animated. As soon as the news dropped, you could almost hear the collective sigh from Twilight fans across the world. Why are we doing this? Why can’t we just be content with what we had way back when? It just won’t be the same without RPatz and KStew! Complain all you like, but there’s some good we’re not yet considering. We don’t need more of the same when it comes to the Twilight franchise, and to try and replicate the same thing would be a mistake. We’ve all got a soft spot for what has been, but we can revisit its live-action peak any time we like. If we’re going to keep Twilight alive – and it feels like that’s what we want – it’s got to be different. Enter …

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How Demon Slayer can avoid disaster with its Infinity Castle film trilogy
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date: 2024-07-09T13:19:50.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: In short, don't repeat old mistakes.
encoded: It’s only been a matter of days since Demon Slayer wrapped up its fourth and final season. Over the course of eight episodes, the Hashira Training Arc has ramped up, with Nezuko’s newfound freedom posing a threat to the success of the Hashiras altogether. Sure enough, Muzan is intent on finding her to become immortal, while all active Hashiras have been trapped inside the Infinity Castle. It’s a fantastic cliffhanger that seamlessly blends one story arc with the next. However, there’s a catch: Instead of watching the rest of Demon Slayer play out in a familiar and accessible season 5, the Infinity Castle Arc will be entirely packaged for film, with the series announcing it will draw its conclusion through an upcoming trilogy. On the face of it, a trilogy of movies feels like an odd choice. Fans were largely left unsatisfied by the release of this year’s Demon Slayer movie, Kimetsu No Yaiba - To the Hashira Training. Instead of giving viewers a fresh take, the 2024 release replayed scenes from the previously-aired season 3, combined with the first scenes from season 4… which we later saw air on TV anyway. Where anime such as Haikyu!! and Spy x Family have instead recently released films with entirely separate stories - meaning that even someone who has never watched before can follow along - Demon Slayer is starting to stick out like a sore thumb. By meshing film and TV together, the end product is not just messy, but not really doing much of anything… and that’s a huge concern for the new trilogy. However, that doesn’t mean the Infinity Castle film trilogy is all doom and gloom. The news has only just been announced, and there are plenty of ways the anime can go out with a bang and make all of its three films pull their weight. After all, there’s a reason we’ve all become so invested in the dynamic, unique and action-packed series that has taken the world by storm. Before what happens in the films can even be touched on, the Demon Slayer trilogy will first need to l…

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Oshi no Ko season 2: Release date speculation and latest news
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date: 2024-06-19T12:00:58.000Z
creator: Fraser Overington
subject: Anime
subject: TV
subject: Fantasy
description: Doctor? Get us season 2, stat.
encoded: 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) Mem…

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Demon Slayer season 4 could be the best yet if it stops wasting time
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date: 2024-05-19T07:00:43.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: Come on, Tanjiro… just fight!
encoded: Waiting for a new series of your favourite show can make or break your year, and Demon Slayer has kept fans on the edge of their seats waiting for season 4. Last time we saw them, Tanjiro, Genya, and Nezuko were chasing the real body of Upper Moon 4, and things are taking another turn in the Hashira Training Arc. With Season 4, Demon Slayer is taking things back to anime basics by delivering a foolproof storyline fans are guaranteed to love – an elaborate training programme. School stories have historically been a hit across manga and anime, with franchises like My Hero Academia and Jujutsu Kaisen each keeping obvious character progression at their core. While the latter two shows have built their brand off the back of committing to their characters levelling up in a familiar setting, Demon Slayer picks and chooses when it wants to use the blueprint. It’s finally using this in a new way in season 4, returning to its season 1 roots by shifting the focus back to the Hashiras. Tanjiro has been so hellbent on avenging his sister that the Hashiras have spent the last two seasons lurking somewhere in the background. Now that the Hashira Training Arc movie has revealed something huge – spoiler, Nezuko is cured! – a greater threat looms, meaning the Hashiras need to share as much wisdom with the demon slayers as possible. However, all this excitement comes with a catch. Season 4 isn’t exactly off to a snappy start, teasing a satisfying school story in between wasting far too much time. Instead of driving the action forward with tension, suspense and a sprinkling of mystery, new episodes are heavily relying on filler scenes… and that isn’t good. It only takes a quick Reddit search to see that most Demon Slayer fans who paid to see the Hashira Training Arc movie in cinemas felt a bit short-changed. Fusing together the season 3 finale as a recap and teasing the start of season 4 Episode 1, the film gave away very little action, instead using its time to remind fans of things t…

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My Hero Academia needs to end after season 7 – it's almost unrecognisable
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date: 2024-05-09T09:27:39.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: The anime is almost unrecognisable from the curious and energetic show it started out as.
encoded: It comes as no surprise that many of our favourite anime all start with a simple story – a lone hero from a broken family finds out that they’ve got superpowers, setting them on a journey that will change their life for good. It’s something that connects hit shows like Demon Slayer and Mashle, and it has also provided the foundation for Japan’s titan animated adventure, My Hero Academia. Since 2016, fans have watched Izuku Miyadora – also known as Deku – blossom from a timid little boy into a superhero capable of taking on the most terrifying villains in the world. For eight years, personal growth, connections and self-belief have all made My Hero Academia the anime that we know and love, but as season 7 begins to air, it feels as though things might have changed for the worse. In fact, the story is now so far removed from the original idea that the series should probably end after its latest run. What was once an endearing and plucky tale about studying up to harness your unique quirks and being the best version of yourself possible has now descended into international warfare, bringing in global villains that make the current storyline seem more like a UN summit. Season 7 has engineered this in the form of Japan vs America, with the US’s number one hero Star and Stripe flying in to go head-to-head with Shigaraki in episode 1. Any good anime is rich with a wealthy number of characters who come and go, but what is My Hero Academia actually trying to achieve with this? As her name obviously suggests, the introduction of Star and Stripe is a homage to anime lovers across the pond, but also hints at political opposition. By introducing politics into its seventh season, My Hero Academia suddenly becomes a very different show. Gone are the days when all Deku would have to worry about was having his quirk stolen from him by All For One – now there’s a much more real fish to fry. In its earlier days, there was a sweetly innocent quality to My Hero Academia, which is strang…

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Demon Slayer season 4: Release date, trailer, plot, latest news
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date: 2024-04-09T09:00:10.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: When will Tanjiro be back for round 4?
encoded: This is not a drill - finally, we have a release date for Demon Slayer season 4! Crunchyroll has officially announced when the upcoming arc, To the Hashira Training, will hit the platform - and has given a new look at what we can expect. Those who have seen Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training will know that the end of the Swordsmith Village Arc saw Nezuko beating the sun, placing a target on her back for others to harness her powers. Plus, Tanjiro voice actor Natsuki Hanae recently shared a teaser about what we've got in store. He exclusively told RadioTimes.com: "There’s a lot more training and action that you didn’t see so much in season 1. There’s a really big sense of that in this next season. I think fans will really be able to get behind their favourite characters." Read on for everything we know so far about Demon Slayer season 4. Demon Slayer season 4 release date Demon Slayer season 4 will be released on 12th May - so not long to wait now! Episodes will be simulcast on Crunchyroll each week - so we're expecting weekly releases on Sundays in the UK. It was previously revealed that the fourth season, titled Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Hashira Training Arc, would be released in spring 2024, keeping in line with previous releases from the show. Fans recently enjoyed the release of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training, a movie which gave viewers a first glimpse at the upcoming arc. Dubs for English, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu will be produced and released in the future. There is no release date for these just yet. Demon Slayer season 4 cast: Who will return? Crunchyroll has confirmed the return of the following actors and characters: Natsuki Hanae as Tanjiro Kamado Akari Kito as Nezuko Kamado Hiro Shimono as Zenitsu Agatsuma Yoshitsugu Matsuoka as Inosuke Hashibira Takahiro Sakurai as Giyu Tomioka Katsuyuki Konishi as Tengen Uzui Kengo Kawanishi as Muichiro Tokito Sa…

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Dragon Ball’s Akira Toriyama leaves behind an untouchable legacy
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date: 2024-03-09T11:07:10.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: Akira Toriyama's impact will live on in his work.
encoded: Thankfully, anime lovers are spoilt for choice these days. Streaming platforms provide a never-ending abundance of content, with up-and-coming titles proving their worth just as much as long-standing titans. Never has there been a medium that caters to so many facets and so many tastes – and arguably, it was Dragon Ball that made it all possible. First released in 1984, Dragon Ball arrived on the scene at the same time that then-unknown animator Hayao Miyazaki was laying the foundations for what became Studio Ghibli. With the exception of Gundam, the same realm of visual storytelling just didn’t exist, let alone a fully fleshed-out franchise. First achieving mainstream acclaim for the popular manga series Dr. Slump, creator Akira Toriyama had been quietly working away since the late '70s until the birth of Dragon Ball, catapulting both him and the world of animation into brand-new territory. Now, it’s incredibly common for anime shows to get their basis from a source of manga, making Dragon Ball the archetype for the transition. Inspired by martial arts, novels, and old Hong Kong movies, it’s difficult to argue that Akira Toriyama wasn’t the spearhead for how shōnen – the genre of manga – made its way to television. In a nutshell, Dragon Ball tells the story of a young warrior called Son Goku, a young who embarks on a quest to become stronger and learns of the mysterious Dragon Balls. It’s a world away from us, yet a seemingly simple story that has kept audiences hooked for 40 years. But how did Akira Toriyama pull it off? Fantasy and science-fiction aren’t categories we’re unfamiliar with – in fact, we’ve probably been wanting more of them since television was first created. Yet Toriyama’s Dragon Ball opened audiences up to something they had never experienced before. Seemingly so simple on the surface, the franchise delves into layers and layers or lore, setting, and possibility. With Toriyama at the helm, anything was possible, and he made it so. Packed with vibr…

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Demon Slayer season 4 will see "much more action" in Hashira Training Arc
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date: 2024-03-01T20:00:13.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: Tanjiro is going back to school… again.
encoded: Fans of Demon Slayer might have to wait until April for new episodes, but the first instalment of season 4 - also known as the Hashira Training Arc - is set to pack an almighty punch. Those who have seen Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – To the Hashira Training will know that the end of the Swordsmith Village Arc saw Nezuko beating the sun, placing a target on her back for others to harness her powers. In order to protect them from this brand new threat, the Hashiras decide to train the Demon Slayer Corps themselves, hinting at more dramatic action and battles to come. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, Tanjiro voice actor Natsuki Hanae agreed, saying: "There’s a lot more training and action that you didn’t see so much in season 1. There’s a really big sense of that in this next season. "I think fans will really be able to get behind their favourite characters." When fans originally met the Hashiras back in season 1, they were introduced through Tanjiro’s eyes, with the story focused on his journey to becoming a member of the Demon Slayer Corps. Though there are a select number of active Hashiras, there are even more that are retired - which is something season 4 looks to pick up on. Following the Hashira Training Arc manga, viewers might already have an idea of what’s in store for season 4 - but that doesn’t mean a few surprises won’t be thrown in along the way. Retired Hashiras are expected to take centre stage once again, alongside a deeper dive into Gyomei’s backstory. Demon Slayer fans are also expecting to see epic fights including Giyu vs Sanemi, while a more complex relationship between Muzan and Ubuyashiki is yet to be revealed. But where does this leave the immediate threat to Nezuko’s safety? According to Hanae, the Hashira action just might take viewers by surprise. "All of the Hashiras are strong, but when you watch the next season, you're about to get a new impression of other characters," he told RadioTimes.com. "I think it is something to really …

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Solo Leveling isn't in shape to keep up as anime thrives
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date: 2024-01-06T08:00:27.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: Solo Leveling has cast a shallow yet broad net with its storytelling.
encoded: "In a world of gifted hunters and monsters, a weak hunter, Sung Jinwoo, gains extraordinary powers through a mysterious programme, leading him to become one of the strongest hunters and conquering even the strongest dungeons." This is the synopsis of Solo Leveling, an anime that’s brand new to Crunchyroll for 2024. Kicking off with its premiere episode on 6th January, it’s easy to think that we’ve heard this story somewhere before. "Gon Freecss discovers that his father, who left him at a young age, is actually a world-renowned Hunter, a licensed professional who specialises in fantastical pursuits such as locating rare or unidentified animal species, treasure hunting and surveying unexplored enclaves." This is the synopsis for 2011 smash hit anime series Hunter x Hunter, which wrapped up a full 10 years before Solo Leveling even came into existence. Without context, these two shows are almost completely indistinguishable. View oEmbed on the source website It’s a tale as old as time - a young unestablished hero, typically with a dysfunctional family unit, enters a magical foreign world thanks to powers or strengths that they didn’t know they fully had. From there, an untouchable desire to be the best and strongest in their field is formed. From One Piece to Demon Slayer, and from Jujutsu Kaisen to Black Clover, almost every franchise-worthy anime follows this exact route. Even in mainstream fantasy, the likes of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings have all built their success off of this premise. In short, it seems to be a foolproof path to long-term glory. But how does a newbie sustain themselves in the midst of it all? The problem is that being too generic - or trying to cater to absolutely everyone by following a tick box formula - works against a debut programme in the 2020s framework. Goblin Slayer shows like Goblin Crown have continued to fly under the radar, while anime such as Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045 fell off the face of the Earth, even with a familiar I…

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Game of Thrones can't be saved by animation
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date: 2024-01-03T10:40:59.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Comment
description: An animated Thrones series could do the craft a huge disservice.
encoded: Back in 2021, it was first reported that a Game of Thrones animated series was in its earliest stages of development, though absolutely zero plans were ever revealed. Fast-forward to now and creator George RR Martin is suggesting that three franchise animations are in the works, pivoting the Nine Voyages spin-off from live-action. At this point, we have to stress - this isn’t a continuation of where things left off after the season 8 finale. Think of it instead as a new branch on the same tree, exploring the same world at the same point in time, only focusing on different stories. Even better, said stories will now have a whole new visual style to explore. Given how intricate the main series was, any animation should be nothing less than breathtaking. However, as the world of Game of Thrones continues to expand commercially, the move to animation begs the question: why bother? Fans of the main series will remember (or might choose not to) how abysmally badly season 8 ended - so much so that it completely eclipsed its former reputation of being an unmissable show. We watched, we left and we moved on, still with a bitter aftertaste in our mouths. As of November 2023, it was estimated that at least six more Game of Thrones spin-offs were somewhere in the development pipeline. So, at what point does this hit expansion for expansion’s sake? As Martin wrote himself on his personal blog: "There’s a whole world out there. And we have a lot better chance of showing it all with animation. So we now have three animated projects underway." With this in mind, animation is possibly looked at as the potential saviour of a franchise with a rocky history. At first glance, this is totally understandable. Who doesn’t like being whisked away to a world where everything is obviously make-believe? After all, isn’t that why Game of Thrones worked so well in the first place? If nothing else, this approach from the show’s creative eggheads could then be doing animation a huge disservice. Al…

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Invincible season 2: Release date, trailer, latest news
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date: 2023-11-02T15:21:22.000Z
creator: David Craig
subject: Sci-fi
subject: TV
subject: Amazon Prime Video
subject: On demand
description: Mark Grayson has many more challenges awaiting him. **SPOILERS FOR SEASON ONE AHEAD**
encoded: Invincible was a huge hit when it premiered on Prime Video back in 2021, and now season 2 is almost upon us. Based on the comic book of the same name, the animated series follows Mark Grayson, the son of mighty hero Omni-Man, as he develops his own superpowers. Season 2 picks up where the shocking season 1 finale left off and marks the return of the show's star-studded voice cast, including Steven Yeun, JK Simmons, Sandra Oh and others. With Invincible season 2 fast approaching, read on for everything you need to know about the show. Invincible season 2 release date UK Invincible season 2 will air on Friday 3rd November 2023, with new episodes airing weekly. However, after the fourth episode, the show will go on a mid-season hiatus, with the back half of season 2 airing in early 2024. A specific release date for the second half of season 2 is yet to be confirmed. On the day of the season one finale in April 2021, Amazon Prime Video confirmed that Invincible had been renewed for a second and third season on the streaming service. Luckily, it sounds like fans won't have nearly as long to wait for Invincible season 3 as they have season 2 if Robert Kirkman's comments on its development is going. Speaking to ScreenRant, Kirkman explained: "Season 3 is very far along... when I talk about the actors that we have for season 2, it is a minefield. "There's so many in season 3 that we have to talk about. If you think the cast expanded for season 2, just wait until you hear about who we're getting in the show in season 3." How many episodes will Invincible season 2 have? According to the show's initial announcement, season 2 of Invincible is set to have a total of eight episodes. The new season is set to be divided into two parts, with half airing in November 2023 and the rest set to air at some point in early 2024. The current release schedule for Invincible season 2 looks something like this: Episode 1 - 3rd November Episode 2 - 10th November Episode 3 - 17th November Episod…

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Mashle season 2: Release date, cast, trailer, and news
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date: 2023-10-30T15:40:44.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: Magic and muscle – why choose just one?
encoded: Some anime have heroes destined for greatness, others have worlds of expansive magic and lore - Mashle has both. Despite having only debuted onto the manga scene in January 2020, Mashle has quickly established a place for itself as a rising star of both manga and anime, with the first season of the show having premiered this year in April 2023. Soon after, a second season was announced fresh off the heels of the season 1 finale. Using the manga series created by Hajime Kōmoto as a starting point, the series follows a magicless man called Mash who aims to become a Divine Visionary at the Easton Magic Academy. Only exceptional students get the title, and Mash must learn to survive and hold his own in a world that is always against him. Get ready to don your magic robes… here’s everything we know about Mashle season 2 so far. Will there be a season 2 of Mashle? Yes! Fans of Mashle will be excited to learn that a second season of the show has already been officially confirmed. The announcement was initially made on the show’s Twitter/X account, stating that the magic would be back for a second outing. The number of episodes season 2 will have is currently unknown, but we’ll be sure to keep this page updated with all of the show’s latest updates. View oEmbed on the source website Mashle season 2 release date: When is it out? Thankfully, the announcement of Mashle season 2 also revealed when new episodes will air, beginning in January 2024. Though a specific release schedule hasn’t been announced, fans can begin to get excited about what Mash and his friends might be up to next. Episodes of season 1 are currently available on Crunchyroll. What is the plot of Mashle season 2? While exact details haven't been released, it has been confirmed that the second season of Mashle will be adapting the Divine Visionary Selection Exam Arc from the original manga, which tees up the arrival of new characters including Ryoh Grantz, Orter Madl and Margarette Macaron, but more on them lat…

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Goblin Slayer season 2: Release date, trailer, latest news
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date: 2023-10-16T11:17:50.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: The ultimate goblin slayer is back.
encoded: Goblin Slayer is returning with more fights and gore than you can shake a bloody club at. The dark fantasy series grabbed anime fans by the throat from the first episode. Based on the dark fantasy light novel series of the same name, Goblin Slayer is known for its gritty drama and dark undertones, causing the show to rocket in popularity and quickly become established as one of the most popular releases of 2018. The series follows a nameless warrior who has the sole mission of destroying all goblins. Along the way, he meets a group of friends, all taking traits from core fantasy archetypes, who become a dynamic hunting team as things get more intense. With years having passed since its successful first season, fans were elated to finally have the second season of the brilliantly bloody show back on our TV and laptop screens recently. Read on for everything you need to know about Goblin Slayer season 2. Will there be a Goblin Slayer season 2? Goblin Slayer season 2's initial announcement was made during GA FES 2023, with new visuals and a teaser trailer being released at the same time. View oEmbed on the source website The show finally premiered its debut episode of season 2, An Ordinary Spring Day, on 6th October 2023. Since then, we've also had the show's second episode, The Red-Headed Wizard Boy, which released on 13th October 2023, so Goblin Slayer fans have a great double-bill to dive into before the next episode which will be released this Friday 20th October 2023. When is Goblin Slayer season 2 release date? At the time of the show's official announcement of season 2, the release of Goblin Slayer season 2 was revealed to be scheduled for some time in 2023. It’s likely that the second season will follow in the footsteps of season 1's 12 episode arc, though the official number of episodes for season 2 has yet to be confirmed. Alongside confirming the first episode's release date, the Goblin Slayer X account shared a brand new poster showing off the upgraded look…

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Castlevania: Nocturne | Release date, cast, trailer, latest news
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date: 2023-09-22T10:22:04.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Netflix
description: The Castlevania universe is back.
encoded: Just as fans thought the Castlevania story has been brought to a close, they bring you right back in with an all new sequel series, ready for you to sink your teeth into and feast on. Two years after the original series wrapped up, Netflix is set to release Castlevania: Nocturne as part of its annual anime slate. It's all new characters - sort of. Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, a good 300 years following the events of the previous series, our new main character is Richter Belmont. In case you haven't picked up on it, he's a descendent of none other than Simon Richter, Richard Armitage's protagonist of the original series. Although it's billed as a standalone sequel series, don't be too surprised if a few familiar fanged friends and foes appear. The wait for a new Castlevania series is almost over, so here’s everything we know about the release, cast and latest news on Castlevania: Nocturne. Castlevania: Nocturne release date The series officially announced in 2022, and Castlevania: Nocturne will be available to watch on 28th September 2023. The show is exclusive to Netflix, with both series based on the video game series of the same by Konami. It’s also being adapted from the 1993 entry Castlevania: Rondo of Blood and its sequel Symphony of the Night. The number of episodes that Castlevania: Nocturne is set at 8 episodes with each spanning around twenty-five minutes, give or take. Castlevania: Nocturne cast Fans of the Castlevania universe are set to be in for a treat thanks to the cast list that Castlevania: Nocturne has set in store. The following famous faces are set to lend their voice to the English dub of the show: Julia Belmont - Sophie Skelton Dracula - Graham McTavish Trevor Belmont - Richard Armitage Lisa Tepes - Emily Swallow Alucard - James Callis The Elder - Tony Amendola Sypha Belnades - Alejandra Reynoso The voice behind main character Richter Belmont has yet to be revealed, alongside the cast behind the Japanese dub. Graham McTavi…

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One Piece director reveals why "beautiful" Luffy flashbacks were key
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date: 2023-09-02T07:00:53.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: The scenes have changed from the manga.
encoded: Eagle-eyed fans of One Piece might have noticed a few changes to scenes in Netflix’s new live-action series. Adapted from the popular 1997 manga series created by Eiichiro Oda, flashbacks to Monkey D Luffy’s childhood appear throughout the show’s first two episodes. In the first manga instalment of the East Blue saga, the same scenes appear all together, before jumping ahead in time to meet Luffy as a young adult. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, director Marc Jobst explained: "Steven [Maeda] and Matt [Owens] were very clever in the way that they put those flashbacks in, because what they do is they give us an understanding of Luffy that we then bring into the adult character." He continued: "So when we see this beautiful, infectious, inspiring optimism of this character, who just runs around the place in a red vest and blue shorts, somehow we know that it's not just vacant optimism. "It's come from hardship and it's been learned. It's the same for all the characters as you go down through the series." Though the episodes might have shifted away from the original structure, the spirit of the manga remains intact throughout the series. "The reason why we all took this on board so seriously is to honour the manga and its craziness," Jobst exclusively revealed to RadioTimes.com. Read more One Piece: One Piece on Netflix review: Life on the open seas lives up to expectations Netflix One Piece bosses conducted “global search” to find perfect Luffy One Piece release date: Latest news for live-action Netflix series One Piece creator asked for changes to Netflix live-action series One Piece director promises a more "spooky" live-action series Meet the cast of live-action One Piece on Netflix Will there be a One Piece season 2 on Netflix? How to watch One Piece in order He continued: "More importantly, it means something to people. So many actors would come into the casting and say, 'This has seen me through some really dark times.' "As a director, when you hear that,…

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Ragnarok season 3 ending explained: How much has Magne imagined?
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date: 2023-09-01T16:03:29.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
description: The end is finally here.
encoded: Warning: This article contains full spoilers for Ragnarok season 3. Norwegian dramas are a tense experience at the best of times - and the supernatural feel to Ragnarok only makes the experience even more thrilling. With season 3 landing on Netflix at the end of August, the jig was finally up for Magne (David Stakston), a teenage boy who has been reincarnated as Thor, the Norse God of thunder. Instead of taking on the tone of a Marvel movie, the series goes back to its Nordic roots, taking place in the fictional town of Edda. Throughout the show so far, Magne has been on a quest to stop a family known as the Jutuls from causing serious environmental damage, with warm winters and harsh downpours becoming all too common. Season 3 has seen Magne fall under Saxa’s (Theresa Frostad Eggesbø) spell, with the penultimate episode highlighting growing unrest between his allies. But can he fix it in time before the show ends once and for all? Read on to find out exactly what happened during the ending of Ragnarok season 3. Ragnarok season 3 ending explained As the final episode of Ragnarok season 3 begins, hope is on the horizon. Peace has broken out in Edda after fighting has drawn to a close, with Magne deciding that his exams are more important to focus on than his hammer. With so much calm, it doesn’t seem as though there’s an awful lot left to do. Saxa still hasn’t messaged Magne back while Iman (Danu Sunth) and Harry (Benjamin Helstad) have chosen to return to their former lives. Magne passes his exams and graduates, with Turid (Henriette Steenstrup) waiting in line to celebrate. While Laurits (Jonas Strand Gravli) prepares to move out with Jens (Vebjørn Enger) and reminisce on old times, Magne is a little distracted at his ceremony. Magne notices Harry outside teaching Hod (Christopher Judge), who previously took an arrow to his eye during a fight. Viewers then see events through Magne’s memories of a Young Thor comic, in which it’s revealed that “The Death of Baldur” a…

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One Piece director on bringing Jeff Ward's "terrifying" villain Buggy to life
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date: 2023-09-01T07:00:19.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: Yes, Buggy is truly that scary.
encoded: Warning: Minor spoilers for Netflix's One Piece ahead. In true One Piece style, Netflix’s live-action series is home to plenty of fearsome pirates. Each looking for ways to take down the captain of the Straw Hats, Monkey D Luffy, the villains of One Piece are quick to make a name for themselves, with no one doing that more than the terrifying pirate clown Buggy (played by Jeff Ward). Introduced properly in the show’s second episode, fans are treated to a trip to Buggy’s circus, where he has kept the population of an entire village as hostages. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, director Marc Jobst explained: "It was a week of really intense shooting." He continued: "It was in equal measure terrifying as it was exciting. On one level, you've got this phenomenal actor, Jeff Ward, who's playing Buggy, who comes and he just roars his way onto that stage and owns the floor of the circus. "On another level, it's a very, very complicated sequence to shoot. "Don't forget, when you're filming, you're breaking it down into very small pieces to achieve the whole when you put it all together. So it's very easy to get lost in because there's so many different limbs flying all over the place and you've got to keep track of it." Though it’s arguably Buggy who steals the scenes in episode 2, Luffy always makes sure that he’s the pirate who comes out on top. "We have an amazing cast led by Iñaki [Godoy], who is an extraordinary number one," Jobst told RadioTimes.com. He continued: "[The scene] went through lots of different iterations to get it right because you've got to get that balance between that crazy, wild and wonderful world of the circus and then suddenly that kind of darker turn of character that Buggy has. "The mood of a crew always follows your number one. So, if your number one is up for it and upbeat and excited and willing to try again and willing to do better, everybody else follows." Read more One Piece: One Piece on Netflix review: Life on the open seas lives …

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Netflix's One Piece features Easter eggs in "every single set"
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date: 2023-08-31T17:00:39.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
subject: Anime
subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: How many can you spot?
encoded: Longtime fans of One Piece are sure to be thrilled by the amount of Easter eggs that appear in Netflix’s new live-action adaptation. Following rookie pirate Monkey D Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) as he sets out to become the King of the Pirates, his crew become better known as the Straw Hats as they make countless enemies across the open seas. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, production designer Richard Bridgland explained: "The amount of detail is huge." He continued: "It goes even beyond what you're going to pick up in the edited scenes, as well. "So, for instance, in Baratie’s restaurant, if you look in the background there are all these paintings I did of landscapes of places Zeff had either been to or would know about in the One Piece world, which the fans will recognise instantly. "I just put in all of these kinds of Easter eggs into every single set, so that the world was complete." Though the new series has a lot to offer those who are unfamiliar with the world of One Piece, fans of the franchise will be sure to recognise plenty of details along the way. "I was aware at the beginning I had to honour Oda’s work in the manga, but also the were fans who have been reading this since 1997," Bridgland added. He continued: "They would have a huge kind of imaginative world in their heads of what One Piece looks like. The thing is, we couldn't make everything look like what everybody would imagine, but we did make sure that we stayed very true to the spirit of what is in everything." While much of One Piece remains recognisable, there are a few notable changes made throughout Luffy’s quest to become a pirate. "The biggest single [change] was Kaya’s mansion," Bridgland told RadioTimes.com. "All the scenes mentioned in the manga never go inside, and in the show, almost all of them take place inside the mansion. "We had to create a world that was that no one had seen before, but what made it easy was that I based everything on the characters. For instance, in the dining ro…

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Netflix One Piece bosses conducted "global search" to find perfect Luffy
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date: 2023-08-31T10:40:19.000Z
creator: Jasmine Valentine
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subject: Fantasy
subject: TV
subject: Exclusive
subject: News
description: Turns out there was only one person for the job.
encoded: Finding the leading actor for a franchise adaptation sounds like a stressful job - but for the creative team behind Netflix’s live-action One Piece series, one face stood out above the rest. With the show’s eight episodes landing on the streaming platform, viewers are set to fall in love with the Straw Hat Pirates all over again. Speaking exclusively to RadioTimes.com, director Marc Jobst said: "We were blessed to find Iñaki [Godoy] to play Luffy." He continued: "We did a big global search when I came on board, and one of the things that we said together as a team is we needed to start casting straight away. "We knew that this show would stand or fall on whether the audience fell in love with our cast. It was a big ask — we were looking for the right kind of actor, who could bring heart, soul, spirit and warmth to these characters." Heart and warmth are both key elements to bringing One Piece to life, with Luffy leading his Straw Hats across the seas on brand new adventures. For Jobst in particular, the leading cast needed to be able to match up to his distinctive directing style. "I needed them to be physically fit and able to hold a choreography because of the way that I like to shoot action," he exclusively told RadioTimes.com. He continued: "In particular, because of the way that I wanted to shoot One Piece action, which is different to the action that I had shot in the Marvel Universe or The Witcher. Read more One Piece: One Piece creator asked for changes to live-action series One Piece director promises "spooky" live-action adaptation One Piece's Luffy and crew prepare for battle in epic final trailer Meet the cast of live-action One Piece on Netflix "You're looking for that extra magical ingredient of what it's going to be like when you put them together. Because chemistry on screen is this elusive thing, isn't it? "You can see it and you can feel it when it's on the screen, and you can feel its absence when it's not there." View Green Video on the source we…

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