Crunchyroll Unveils Its Summer 2025 Anime Season Lineup!

By KADI-SAMA • Published June 19, 2025

Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes a bounty of fresh anime premieres, long-awaited sequels, and hidden gems to discover. Crunchyroll has curated a powerhouse lineup for Summer 2025, running from June 28 through August 20, to satisfy every kind of fan—whether you crave heart-pounding action, laugh-out-loud comedy, or mind-bending mysteries. From original newcomers like Gachiakuta and Lord of Mysteries to blockbuster returns such as Dandadan Season 2 and Kaiju No. 8 Season 2, this season promises to elevate your watchlist to new heights. Get ready to mark your calendars, set those reminders, and dive into an anime season that’s bursting with innovation, nostalgia, and pure entertainment.

Brand-New Series to Watch

 Gachiakuta

A high-octane fantasy about a down-on-his-luck mercenary who finds a magical harp that can control monsters. Expect dazzling battles and a fresh art style.

 Premier date & time:  June 28th, Fridays at 11:00 p.m. JST (same day subtitled)

 

Takopi’s Original Sin 

 From the creator of Dandadan, this dark tale follows an orphaned child whose drawings leap off the page—sometimes with horrifying consequences.

Premiere date & time: July 2, 2025, Tuesdays at 9:00 p.m. JST. 

Lord of the mysteries 

The long‑awaited adaptation of the Chinese web novel: a steampunk mystery where a constable unlocks eldritch secrets and forbidden magic in an alternate Victoria‑era world.

 Premiere date & time: July 1, 2025, Mondays at 10:00 p.m. JST. 

The Shy Hero and the Assassin Princess

 A delightful romantic comedy about a timid hero crowned by fate and the feared assassin princess assigned to kill him—cue awkward dates and epic misunderstandings.

 Premiere date & time: July 5, 2025, Saturdays at 10:30 p.m. JST. 

Returning Favorites & Sequels

DanDaDan Season 2

The wild supernatural romp continues with more yōkai chaos, cosmic horror, and meta‑humour.

Premiere date & time: June 29, 2025, Saturdays at 10:00 p.m. JST. 

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2

Kafka and the Defence Force face new towering threats—and the trailer already looks insane. 

Premiere date & time: July 19, 2025, Saturdays at 11:30 p.m. JST.

Dr Stone: Science Future Part 2

Senku’s scientific revolution marches on, with new inventions that could change the world… or blow it up.

Premiere date & time: June 28, 2025, Fridays at 10:00 p.m. JST. 

  Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4

 More romantic mishaps await Kazuya and Chizuru as their fake‑dating scheme spirals.

 Premiere date & time: July 4, 2025, Thursdays at 9:30 p.m. JST

 Toilet‑bound Hanako‑kun Season 2

Ghostly schoolboy Hanako and Nene return for more spooky‑cute adventures in the bathroom realm

 Premiere date & time: July 5, 2025, Fridays at 11:00 p.m. JST

 The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4

Raphtalia and Naofumi’s epic struggle against waves of monsters continues with higher stakes than ever.

 Premiere date & time: July 3, 2025, Wednesdays at 11:00 p.m. JST

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2

Wakana and Marin’s cosplay romance picks up the thread—cosplays and heartwarming moments guaranteed.

 Premiere date & time: July 6, 2025, Fridays at 9:00 p.m. JST

A Couple of Cuckoos Season 2

From arranged-marriage chaos to heartfelt confessions, this rom-com keeps flipping the script.

 Premiere date & time: July 2, 2025, Fridays at 10:30 p.m. JST

 

Hidden Gems & Niche Picks

Hotel Inhumans 

An assassin‑run luxury hotel… what could go wrong? Bridge Studio serves up dark humour and intrigue.

 Premiere date & time: July 6, 2025, Sundays at 10:00 p.m. JST

Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show

VR horror meets comedy as Cthulhu and crew crash Miko’s livestream—expect cosmic scares and dark laughs.

Premiere date & time: July 1, 2025, Sundays at 11:00 p.m. JST

Cultural Exchange with Game Center Girl 

A heartwarming slice of life about a competitive gamer and a shy exchange student bonding over arcade battles.

Premiere date & time: July 6, 2025, Sundays at 9:30 p.m. JST

Turkey! Time to Strike. 

Bowling anime? Yes—Pony Canyon and Bakken Record roll out this sports comedy set in Nagano, complete with a five-piece OP.

 Premiere date & time: July 8, 2025, Sundays at 9:00 p.m. JST

 

See You Tomorrow at the Food Court. 

A six‑episode dramedy capturing the bittersweet rhythm of youth, love, and late‑night mall snacks.

 Premiere date & time: July 7, 2025, Sundays at 9:00 p.m. JST

 

Clevatess

Dark‑fantasy fans, rejoice: Lay‑duce adapts Yūji Iwahara’s grittiest saga yet, with Ellie Goulding on ending theme duties.

Premiere date & time: July 2, 2025, Sundays at 11:00 p.m. JST

When & Where to Watch

• Japan Broadcast: June 28 – August 20 on local networks as listed above.

• Global Streaming: Simulcast on Crunchyroll, with subtitles available shortly after each Japanese airtime.

• Episode Drops: Most series release episodes the same day on Crunchyroll, generally between 7:00 and 11:00 AM PT, depending on JST airing time.

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Sources: Crunchyroll Official News & Schedule

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