As every year, the Anime Expo in Los Angeles proved to be the unmissable event for Japanese animation enthusiasts. The 2026 edition did not disappoint, with an avalanche of announcements concerning the biggest franchises of the moment.
Between new seasons, highly anticipated films, unprecedented adaptations, and projects from prestigious studios, here is a recap of the announcements that marked the event.
- Solo Leveling: Beyond the System
The Solo Leveling phenomenon continues its ascent with the official announcement of an unprecedented animated film. This new adventure for Sung Jin-Woo promises to further develop the universe that is enjoying immense success worldwide.
- Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2
Netflix officially confirms Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2. The series will return in autumn 2026 with ten new episodes produced by TRIGGER studio.
- Gachiakuta – Season 2
After a remarkable first season, Gachiakuta will officially return for a second season. A first trailer has already been unveiled at the event.
- The Apothecary Diaries continues its expansion
- Animated film scheduled for December 2026.
- Season 3 - Part 1: Autumn 2026.
- Season 3 - Part 2: Spring 2027.
Maomao's universe continues to establish itself as one of the most popular franchises in recent years.
- ALIEN STAGE becomes an anime
The phenomenal musical project ALIEN STAGE will officially benefit from an anime adaptation, an announcement particularly awaited by its community.
- Studio TRIGGER prepares its last major project with Hiroyuki Imaishi
Studio TRIGGER revealed that they are working on a brand new anime which will also be the last directed by Hiroyuki Imaishi, the renowned director of Gurren Lagann, Kill la Kill, and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.
- The Rising of the Shield Hero
The fifth season is now officially scheduled for 2027.
- Delicious in Dungeon
Studio TRIGGER also confirms season 2 of Delicious in Dungeon, expected for October 2027.
- Kagurabachi already impressing
The very first episode of Kagurabachi was premiered worldwide to a packed house at Anime Expo. Many already consider this adaptation to be one of the biggest successes of 2027.
- Black Clover makes its big comeback
A new trailer for season 2 has been unveiled. The broadcast is scheduled for October 2026 after several years of waiting.
- MASHLE – Season 3
The third season of MASHLE will officially arrive in January 2027.
- Ghost of Tsushima: Legends
The universe of the famous video game will be adapted into an anime, with a release planned on Crunchyroll in 2027.
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure – Steel Ball Run
The return of Steel Ball Run is confirmed on Netflix starting September 25. Parts 2 and 3 will offer a total of 11 episodes.
- Witch Hat Atelier
The success of the first season has already allowed Witch Hat Atelier to officially secure a second season.
- Demon Slayer – The Infinity Castle
The Infinity Castle arc continues its deployment with the film's arrival on Crunchyroll on July 28, a highly anticipated event for Kimetsu no Yaiba fans.
A particularly rich Anime Expo 2026
Between the return of cult franchises like Black Clover, JoJo, and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, new adaptations such as ALIEN STAGE, and ambitious projects from TRIGGER, this 2026 edition will remain one of the most important in recent years.
And you?
Which announcement are you most excited about? Are you eager to discover Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, the return of Black Clover, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2, or Kagurabachi?
💬 Tell us in the comments which announcement you're most looking forward to!
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