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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 d...

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Drops Explosive Main Trailer!

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 Drops Explosive Main Trailer! By Lordseph, Published June 19, 2025 Additional cast members, the main promotional video, and the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime Kaiju No. 8 have been revealed. Season 2 will premiere on July 19 and air every Saturday at 11:00 p.m. JST . Crunchyroll will stream the new season worldwide with subtitles. The opening theme , titled “You Can’t Run From Yourself” , will be performed by Norwegian singer-songwriter AURORA . The track is said to reflect Kafka’s internal emotional struggle as he faces his dual identity and escalating kaiju conflicts. TRAILER: Key Visuals: New Cast Revealed Several new characters and cast members were introduced alongside the PV: Hiroki Yasumoto as Eiji Hasegawa Kana Hanazawa as Rin Shinonome Other Division Captains and Officers will be revealed in the coming weeks. Expect more additions as the Second Division and other specialised units come into play this se...

WIND BREAKER Live-Action Movie Officially Announced for December 2025 Release

WIND BREAKER Live-Action Movie Officially Announced for December 2025 Release By KADI-SAMA • Published June 19, 2025 A live-action film adaptation of WIND BREAKER , the hit manga by Satoru Nii, is officially coming to theatres in Japan this December. The announcement was made during the broadcast of the WIND BREAKER Season 2 anime. Alongside the reveal, a “super special video” and the teaser visual were released, building anticipation for the movie’s premiere. The film is directed by Kentaro Hagiwara , known for his work on Tokyo Ghoul and Blue Period , with a screenplay by Yosuke Masaike ( Anime Supremacy! ) and Yoshitaka Kamo serving as producer. Distributed by Warner Bros. Japan, the production promises a bold and energetic adaptation that remains faithful to the source material while delivering high cinematic impact. Special Video: Teaser Visuals: Filming for the live-action movie was conducted from February to April 2025 , primarily on a large-scale set const...