Top 10 Most Anticipated 2026 Anime You Need to Watch (and #1 Is a Huge Return)

2026 is shaping up to be an amazing year for anime, with so many promising new shows on the way! We’re talking exciting adaptations of popular stories, completely original series, and the return of beloved franchises. There are so many options, it’s hard to know where to start! Here’s a look at ten of the most anticipated new anime series you won’t want to miss next year.

7 Strongest Demigods in Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Ranked

Wow, these heroes are incredible! Seriously, they’ve come from the absolute worst places – like, straight out of the underworld – and climbed all the way to the top, to Mount Olympus. What really gets me is how their strength isn’t just about being gods or having divine power. It’s their sheer willpower and how much heart they have. Their human side is just as strong as their godly heritage, and that’s what makes them so inspiring!

Jujutsu Kaisen’s Sequel Finally Reveals Maru’s Terrifying Powers

I watched as the siblings encountered Maru – though everyone called him Marulu – a Simurian who was working alongside the Jujutsu sorcerers as an inspector. Despite their different positions, they quickly became friends, all hoping for peace between their people. Sadly, things fell apart during talks with the sorcerer leaders when Maru’s twin brother, Cross, was killed. This pushed Dabura, the Simurian leader, to respond with force. As the fighting escalated, I began to understand just how formidable Maru really was.

Hit Noir Detective Series Veronica Mars Is Heading to Netflix in January

Starting January 14th, you’ll be able to watch Veronica Mars on Netflix. However, Netflix won’t have all the seasons. Only the first three seasons will be available. The fourth season and the movie will still be available elsewhere: the movie remains on HBO Max, and the fourth season will continue streaming exclusively on Hulu and Disney+.

Marvel Studios’ X-Men Movie Has 1 Major Problem To Overcome

If you know anything about the X-Men, whether from the films, TV shows, or comics, you’ll likely know Magneto’s backstory and how crucial it is to understanding him. What sets Magneto apart from many other heroes is that his past isn’t just a piece of his story—it’s the core of his beliefs and feelings about people.

A Modern Animated Classic With a Near-Perfect RT Score Is About To Leave HBO Max

If you’re an HBO Max subscriber and want to watch the critically acclaimed film Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, you have only a few days left! Dean Fleischer Camp’s charming 2021 movie will be removed from the streaming service on December 31st. The film follows Marcel, a tiny shell who lives with his grandmother and a pet piece of lint, as he searches for his lost family with the help of a filmmaker. His journey turns him into an online star.

5 Best Versions of the Batcave, Ranked

The Belfry is a more recent and unique take on the Batcave, featured in the Detective Comics series by James Tynion IV. Instead of being hidden outside the city, it was located right in the heart of Gotham, inside a tower. While it’s a departure from the classic Batcave, fans really enjoyed this fresh approach. Though it’s unlikely to return, many are hoping to see it again.