Movies often premiere in theaters worldwide, which helps them become more popular and successful. While over a hundred anime shows and movies come out each year, only a handful really stand out. Here are 10 of the best non-action anime series and films released in the 2020s so far.
According to Power Rangers insider Jinsakuu on X (formerly Twitter), the cancelled Netflix Power Rangers project, led by Jonathan Entwistle, was planned to be a darker, more mature take on the franchise. It would have drawn heavily from the Shattered Grid storyline and featured major events like a Ranger’s on-screen death and a full-scale war between Rangers. The series also included plans for epic dragons and the return of Tommy Oliver, who would have led a brand new team of Rangers.
The series featured the introduction of Future Trunks, who surprisingly revealed he was the son of Bulma and Vegeta before they even became a couple. He was the second character to achieve the Super Saiyan transformation. Traveling back in time from the future using a time machine his mother built, he warned Goku and his friends about the dangerous Androids that were coming. Future Trunks ultimately fought alongside the Z Fighters and was essential to their win.
This year’s most exciting fantasy releases are continuations of stories people already love – from classic books to popular movies and TV shows. The lineup includes both live-action and animated films, and most will be shown in theaters, giving audiences a fully immersive experience. These projects also boast impressive casts, with the most anticipated film heavily featuring its well-known stars.
The broadcast will feature new gameplay and news for Resident Evil Requiem.
I’ve been following this franchise closely, and it’s more than just the anime itself – there are video games, the Ragnarok manhwa, and even a live-action adaptation in the works. With all that going on, I really expected 2026 to be a fantastic year for fans. Unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case so far. We’ve already seen some disappointing news, like the delay of the Season 3 announcement, and now Ragnarok has brought some bad news as well.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
It’s unusual for most live-action movies to get a sequel, but 10DANCE might be an exception due to its huge popularity. The film stays true to the overall story and feeling of the original manga, though it does change some character details and the speed at which the story unfolds. The manga itself has seven volumes, all available digitally on Kodansha’s website. Because the film has been so successful, the manga is constantly selling out, and the author, Inoue, has shared some exciting news for fans.
Prime Video’s spy thriller The Night Manager, based on the 1993 John le Carré novel, is currently a hit. The show stars Tom Hiddleston, who won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Jonathan Pine – a former soldier and hotel night manager recruited by MI-6 to take down a dangerous arms dealer. Originally released as a limited series in 2016, The Night Manager returned with new episodes on January 11th. According to FlixPatrol, it’s now the third most popular show on Prime Video globally, surpassing other top series like The Summer I Turned Pretty, Surely Tomorrow, and Spartacus: House of Ashur.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page: