Fall 2024 is upon us, and we’re anticipating several returns for anime series with second seasons and a plethora of new series to fill our streaming plates with as pumpkin spice season arrives! From another new helping for more of the iconic Dragon Ball franchise to bouts of aliens, Yakuza, cats, virtual reality, and more, here’s a quick sampling of what to expect from the highly anticipated series making their way to our television screens this month!
DAN DA DAN
Premiere Date: October 3, 2024, on Crunchyroll
Premise: This is a story about Momo, a high school girl who comes from a family of spirit mediums, and her classmate Okarun, an occult fanatic. After Momo rescues Okarun from being bullied, they begin talking. However, an argument ensues between them since Momo believes in ghosts but denies aliens exist, and Okarun believes in aliens but denies ghosts exist. To prove to each other what they believe in is real, Momo goes to an abandoned hospital where a UFO has been spotted, and Okarun goes to a tunnel rumored to be haunted. To their surprise, they each encounter overwhelming paranormal activities that transcend comprehension. Amid these predicaments, Momo awakens her hidden power, and Okarun gains the power of a curse to overcome these new dangers! Their fateful love begins as well!?
What to Expect: One of the most anticipated series coming this fall–The story of young love and occult battles begins in DAN DA DAN! When Momo and Okarun’s beliefs clash, they’re thrown into a world of ghosts, aliens, and awakened powers!
Recommended for lovers of: PEAK animation, over the top stories that can only come from the realm of anime, and rom con+ space opera vibes
Nina the Starry Bride
Premiere Date: October 7
Studio: Signal.MD
Premise: Nina never imagined she would be at the center of a royal deception. She’s had a rough start in life as an orphan in the castle town of Fortna. But when Prince Azure notices that her deep blue eyes look the same as the late Princess Alisha’s, he ordains that she takes her place and marry the Prince of Galgada. Despite this uncertain fate, she finds joy in knowing someone finally needs her.
What to Expect: SHOJO GIRLIES STAND UP: OUR TIME IS NOW! I’ve long been reading the manga and I’ve always been struck at this showing of self-worth, purpose, and being able to choose your destiny. With an anime adaptation arriving on the horizon, I’m plenty intrigued on how the agency and autonomy of Nina–a girl at the center of so much deception–and devotion will play out!
Recommended for lovers of: Fantasy set stories, love triangles, and Shojo girls characters who change the world
BLUE LOCK
Premiere Date: October 5
Studio: 8bit
Premise: After making it this far, 35 players stand, but now the BLUE LOCK program itself faces elimination from Japan’s very own U-20 national team. Vicious rivals will have to team up to defeat the national youth team if any of them want a shot at the striker position. Can they put aside their egos long enough to win together, or will they lose divided?
What to Expect: A second offering of Blue Lock and a devoted fanbase praying they put their souls in the U-20 arc
Recommended for lovers of: Sports manga and anime, INTENSE character drama, and higher stakes
Dragon Ball DAIMA
Premiere Date: October 11
Studio: Toei Animation
Premise: Due to a conspiracy, Goku and his friends are turned small. What sort of adventure awaits Goku, Supreme Kai, and the new characters Glorio and Panzy in this unknown world, the “Demon Realm”?
What to Expect: Dragon Ball but make it SMOL. Another hotly–globally anticipated series hitting the scene next is based on a new story and characters designs from creator Akira Toriyam. This original anime series from the Dragon Ball franchise commemorates the 40th anniversary of the manga’s serialization.
Recommended for lovers of: All things Dragon Ball and chibi characters on theme
Yakuza Fiancé: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii
Premiere Date: October 7
Studio: Studio DEEN
Premise: Yoshino’s engagement is far from a dream come true. Her grandfather, head of the largest yakuza group in Kansai, has arranged her marriage to Kirishima, grandson of the Miyama Clan leader, as part of a truce. To Yoshino’s surprise, Kirishima seems kind and charming for a yakuza member. But his warm facade only serves to mask a dark and dangerous truth.
What to Expect: Shojosei fans rise up–I may be behind on reading the series–BUT HOW DID I MANAGE TO NOT HEAR ABOUT THE ANIME ADAPTATION FOR THIS ONE!? PREPARE FOR A LOT OF ROMANCE AND A LOT OF VIOLENCE AND TWO TEENS NOT WILLING TO BACK DOWN FROM EACH OTHER!
Recommended for lovers of: Anime series with female and male leads with STRONG personalities, psychological warfare, and a twisted romance!!!!
Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II Season 2
Premiere Date: October 4
Studio: (A-1 Pictures)
Premise: Now finding themselves entering a new battle royale death match tournament that was announced out of the blue. LPFM is eyed as the top favorite candidate team to win, but the team will have to endure several rigorous ordeals to get there: a playing field that sinks into the ocean with the passage of time, an [UNKNOWN] area hidden in the middle of the map, and an anonymous team conspiracy. In addition to all of this, all players will have to follow some shocking special rules if they want to play the game and win…
What to Expect: Shhh, if you’re like me and ready to go back to the very first season of the franchise…keep your place in line! The original story follows players logging onto a virtual reality multiplayer game to participate in team-based warfare–this second season is the second offering of a spin-off!
Recommended for lovers of: The Original series SAO, anime adapted from light novels, and memorable characters to follow
365 Days to the Wedding
Premiere Date: October 3
Studio: Asahi Productions
Premise: Takuya and Rika work at the same travel agency in Tokyo and are both happily introverted and single. But their company is opening a new branch in Alaska next year, and employees without a spouse will be recruited to work there. Desperate to avoid the move, and though they’ve hardly spoken before, they decide to fake an engagement. Can these quiet coworkers become a convincing couple?
What to Expect: “Working title: Two introverts fall in love” as per my favorite comment on the official trailer by @tylergoodman3560 on Youtube.
Recommended for lovers of: Unique romances, work “romance,” and folks just trying to figure out life with a twist!
Bananya Around the World
Premiere Date: TBA
Studio: TMS Entertainment and Lesprit
Premise: Bananya returns! The mysterious cat who lives inside a banana is back for a new adventure when a ball of light appears. After the ball flashes, a new cat named Baby Sweet emerges. The two quickly become friends and set off on a grand adventure to discover new and exciting places around the world. Join the new friends on their journey!
What to Expect: Bite sized anime that’s appropriate for the kiddos. Super cute shorts about the secret life of kitties who live in bananas!
Recommended for lovers of: CATS, cuteness overload, and kid appropriate/family friendly anime!
SERIES CONTINUING FROM SUMMER 2024:
- Delico’s Nursery (J.C.STAFF) – New episodes on Wednesdays
- True Beauty (Studio N) – New episodes on Wednesdays
- Sengoku Youko: The Thousandfold Chaos Arc (White Fox) – New episodes on Wednesdays
- One Piece (Toei Animation) – New episodes on Saturdays
- Case Closed (Detective Conan) (TMS Entertainment) – New episodes on Saturdays
- Wonderful Precure! (Toei Animation) – New episodes on Saturdays
- Tower of God Season 2 (The Answer Studio) – New episodes on Sundays
- FAIRY TAIL: 100 Years Quest (J.C.STAFF) – New episodes on Sundays
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