Winter 2026 brings stacked anime season. Continuing series, anticipated adaptations, and surprise contenders—here’s what to watch.
Continuing Series
Solo Leveling Season 2
The Jeju Island arc continues. A-1 Pictures proved they could handle the hype. Expect more shadow army expansion and Jinwoo’s rise to national-level threat.
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle
Ufotable’s final arc. The Hashira battles promise the studio’s best work. This is the endgame—expect emotional devastation and sakuga overload.
Jujutsu Kaisen
The Culling Game continues. Production challenges are real, but MAPPA delivers when it counts. Key Sukuna content approaches.
New Adaptations
Re:Zero Season 3
Long-awaited return. Subaru’s suffering continues with new threats. White Fox returns for more psychological isekai horror.
Witch Hat Atelier
The gorgeous manga gets animated. If the adaptation matches the art quality, it’s an easy contender for season’s best visuals.
Sakamoto Days (Continuation)
The retired assassin’s story continues. TMS Entertainment’s action animation proves more reliable. Expect creative fights and family comedy.
Surprise Contenders
New Originals
Every season produces unexpected hits. Watch for studio MAPPA and Bones’ original projects. The mid-season dark horses often become favorites.
What to Prioritize
Solo Leveling and Demon Slayer for action. Re:Zero for psychological depth. Witch Hat Atelier for artistic beauty. This season has something for everyone.