Do you have a massive anime lineup to the point that you might actually need a second watchlist just to keep it organized? The year 2025 is turning out to be one of the most significant years for anime, with a lot of major adaptations, big franchise films, and daring new originals that promise to change the scene. So, if you are a fan of high-octane battle shōnen, mind-bending sci-fi, or simply love to immerse yourself in stunning visuals and nice vibes, here is your ultimate countdown of the 10 Anime You Can’t Miss in 2025. You’d better keep this list close; time will pass very quickly.
10. Witch Hat Atelier (Season 1)
Years in the making, and years manifested by the fans themselves, this spellbinding manga finally conjures a world wherein magic is an art locked behind closed doors-and one curious girl might just have what it takes to be a witch, if the system doesn’t break her first. Expect breathtaking world-building, Studio Ghibli-level wonder, and a coming-of-age story that feels both classic and fresh. Coming to Crunchyroll in 2025, this one’s pure enchantment.
9. Leviathan (Season 1)
A steampunk vision of sky warfare, Leviathan is the anime adaptation of Scott Westerfield’s cult-favorite novel. The series is produced by Studio Orange, which has brought its signature hybrid of CG and 2D animation to this epic alternate history. Add on a soundtrack by the legendary Joe Hisaishi, along with composers Nobuko Toda and Kazuma Jinnouchi, and you have the ingredients for a prestige anime hit. Catch it on Netflix starting July 10-this is one flight you don’t want to miss.
8. Dan Dan: Evil Eye (Movie)
Aliens, ghosts, and pure chaos, Dan Da Dan is going to the cinema with a blast. Evil Eye is a film edition of the first few episodes of the second season and is a loud call for Science SARU’s (the same studio behind Devilman Crybaby) extreme madness. So expect psychedelic visuals, non-stop comedy, and weird supernatural craziness that doesn’t make sense but in the best possible way. The movie comes to theaters in North America on June 6, and it is definitely a must-have for a fan of fun without any apology and at full power.
7. Fire Force – Season 3
The fire is back and consuming twice as the power as before. Season 3 of Fire Force is a promise of even bigger fights, a deeper story, and finally a connection with the Soul Eater universe. The Fire Force is the one to keep the balance between good and evil in a world where humans can turn into flames of a living kind. So, put some emotional roller-coaster and a high-speed car in your mind, and that’s how the first episode of the new season will be, which you can watch on Crunchyroll this April.
6. My Hero Academia: Vigilantes
The shadow of the heroes was there before Deku and the light of justice. My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is the anime that introduces you to the dark world where the unlicensed heroes are ordinary people with superpowers who take the law into their own hands and fight against the villains. The series produced by Studio Bones is filled with bright visuals and great, fast fighting. Find out that heroes can also be villains from April 7, only on the platform of Crunchyroll.
5. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc
Denji has returned, and the chainsaws’ howl is more intense than ever. The Reze Arc of the movie is the next thing to be done, and the audience is already calling it a future award winner. Since MAPPA is once again the studio behind the animation, you can expect passionate and touching scenes, ruthless fights, and even some heartbreaks in equal proportions. The film will first be shown in Japan on September 19, then a US theatrical release will follow on October 29. Be ready to be cut into pieces—but not only physically.
4. Kaiju No. 8 – Season 2
Teen heroes, move over—this is the story of a middle-aged man who becomes a monster to fight monsters. The second season of Kaiju No. 8 is mulling over the transformation of Kafka Hibino from a dreamer to a hero, and it is filled with heartfelt moments as well as action scenes where the city is destroyed on a large scale. An amazing re-telling of the shōnen formula, the show is coming back to Crunchyroll this July for another round of monster mayhem.
3. Dan Da Dan – Season 2
Yeah, Dan Da Dan again—because one dose of madness is not enough. The second season of the series is just as crazy as the first one, with absolutely insane psychic battles, alien weirdness, and teenage awkwardness turned up to eleven. Science SARU’s animation is once again vibrant and full of energy. The show will be available on Netflix and Crunchyroll from July and is bound to be this year’s ultimate fever dream.
2. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle
The grand finale of Demon Slayer is too huge for TV—so Ufotable is taking it to cinemas. Infinity Castle is the first movie of the trilogy that follows the final battle between Tanjiro and Muzan. Get ready for stunning animation, total emotional breakdown, and some of the most amazing fight scenes ever recorded. The film will be in Japanese theaters on July 18 and in North America on September 12. If you are an anime fan, you really can’t skip this one.
1. Scarlet (Movie)
After charming the crowd with Belle and Mirai, Mamoru Hosoda is back with Scarlet—a dark fantasy that might be his most daring project yet. The movie is the eerie tale of a princess who dies, goes to the afterlife, and keeps reliving her path of revenge. By mixing myth, melancholy, and Hosoda’s typical emotional depth, Scarlet may be his masterpiece. The global release date is December 12, and the very first word of mouth is that it is already a frontrunner for awards.
From the antics of ghosts to the duels of fire and fantasies that break your heart, 2025 is jam-packed with anime that tease, astonish, and charm. Whether you love explosive shōnen action or a surreal emotional journey, the line-up this year tells a story of anime not only surviving but evolving. So take your planner, update your watchlist, and be prepared for a year full of unforgettable stories on your screen.