The 20 most anticipated new anime of 2026

Looking forward, 2026’s anime roster is already stacked. A slew of exciting announcements at Shueisha’s Jump Festa heightened anticipation, but there’s so much more. Here are 20 titles worth looking forward to, in order of release. Expect lesser-known debuts, high-stakes sequels, and beloved returning franchises. No matter what you’re partial to, you’re going to be spoiled for choice.