Anime Releasing in 2025 Introduction

If you’re searching for all anime releasing in 2025 in the USA and globally, this guide gives you the complete breakdown, including release dates, trailers, platform links, and confirmed global distribution. 2025 is stacked with major sequels, new franchises, game adaptations, and original anime from top studios — making it one of the biggest anime years ever.

Below is the full US-friendly 2025 anime release guide.

🔥 Major Anime Releasing in 2025 (USA & Worldwide)

1. Solo Leveling: Season 2 – Arise from the Shadow

Release Date: January 4, 2025
Platform: Crunchyroll
Official Link: https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GDKHZEPJ6/solo-leveling

The global hit returns with even bigger animation, deeper dungeons, and the start of the Monarch arc. Season 2 is already dominating early 2025 anime hype, especially in the U.S. streaming charts.

What to Expect

Expanded world-building
New S-rank hunters
Shadow Monarch transformation buildup

2. Devil May Cry (Animated Series)

Release Date: April 3, 2025
Platform: Netflix
Official Link: https://www.netflix.com/title/81478906

Based on Capcom’s legendary game series, the 2025 release brings a darker tone, high-budget action, and a stylish reinterpretation of Dante. Perfect for fans of Castlevania.

Highlights

Directed by Adi Shankar
Combines lore from multiple games
Worldwide Netflix release

3. Lazarus

Release Date: April 5, 2025
Platforms: Adult Swim (TV), Max (streaming next day)
Official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IaX5WnrorY

Created by Shinichirō Watanabe (Cowboy Bebop), with action choreography by John Wick’s Chad Stahelski, Lazarus is one of 2025’s most anticipated action-sci-fi anime.

Why It’s Big in the U.S.

Adult Swim + Max guarantee wide U.S. availability
Heavy cyberpunk themes
Mature, action-driven storytelling

4. Kaiju No. 8: Season 2

Release Date: July 19, 2025
Platform: Crunchyroll
Official Link: https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/G6QWDWM8R/kaiju-no-8

Season 2 adapts the highly praised “Second Division Arc,” promising massive kaiju battles and deeper character development.

Fans Can Expect

Stronger focus on Kikoru
New kaiju threat strategies
Bigger animation budget

5. Dan Da Dan: Season 2

Release Date: July 2025
Platform: Netflix & Crunchyroll (region-specific)
Official Link: https://www.netflix.com/title/81740371

The supernatural rom-com continues with more aliens, yokai, and chaotic humor. One of the fastest-growing new-gen anime franchises.

Viral manga popularity
High-quality production
Perfect blend of comedy + supernatural action

6. Turkey! Time to Strike

Release Date: July 9 – September 24, 2025
Platform: Crunchyroll
Official Link: https://www.crunchyroll.com/

A strange but fun new concept: a time-travel bowling anime that mixes sports with sci-fi comedy.

Unique Selling Points

Genre-breaking plot
Family-friendly humor
Global streaming availability

7. Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show

Release Date: July 1 – September 16, 2025
Platform: Crunchyroll
Official Link: https://www.crunchyroll.com/

One of 2025’s most inventive originals — combining VR gaming and Lovecraftian cosmic horror.

Why the U.S. Audience Loves It

Horror-comedy blend
VR-theme following rising trends
Accessible worldwide via Crunchyroll

8. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc

U.S. Release Date: October 24, 2025
Platform: Theatrical Release (Crunchyroll / Sony Pictures)
Official Link: https://www.crunchyroll.com/

The long-awaited Reze arc finally arrives as a movie. Expect emotional depth, brutal battles, and some of the manga’s most iconic scenes.

Why It Will Dominate 2025

Highest-anticipated anime movie of the year
Global theatrical rollout
MAPPA’s highest-level animation

🌍 Where to Watch 2025 Anime in the USA

Theaters (Chainsaw Man Movie)

Check your local listings or Crunchyroll’s theatrical site.

📅 Full 2025 Anime Release Calendar (Confirmed So Far)

Anime	Release Date	Platform	Region
Solo Leveling S2	Jan 4, 2025	Crunchyroll	Worldwide
Devil May Cry	Apr 3, 2025	Netflix	Global
Lazarus	Apr 5, 2025	Adult Swim / Max	US+
Kaiju No. 8 S2	Jul 19, 2025	Crunchyroll	Worldwide
Dan Da Dan S2	Jul 2025	Netflix / Crunchyroll	Worldwide
Turkey! Time to Strike	Jul – Sep 2025	Crunchyroll	Worldwide
Necronomico	Jul – Sep 2025	Crunchyroll	Worldwide
Chainsaw Man Reze Arc	Oct 24, 2025	Theaters	Global

More titles will be announced throughout 2025 — you can request monthly updates and I’ll generate them.

FAQs

What anime are coming out in 2025 in the USA?

Major 2025 releases include Solo Leveling S2, Devil May Cry, Lazarus, Kaiju No. 8 S2, Dan Da Dan S2, Turkey! Time to Strike, Necronomico, and Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc.

Where can I watch 2025 anime in the U.S.?

Most 2025 anime stream on Crunchyroll, Netflix, Max, Adult Swim, and U.S. theaters for movie releases.

Is Chainsaw Man having a new release in 2025?

Yes — Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc releases in U.S. theaters on October 24, 2025.

What is the biggest anime of 2025?

The most anticipated titles are Solo Leveling Season 2, Lazarus, and Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc.

Anime Releasing in 2025 (USA & Worldwide)