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The anime adaptation of Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra: World Conquest Starts with the Civilization of Ruin is officially happening in 2025. The production team just dropped a fresh batch of details, including main cast members and character visuals.

Toshiki Kumagai will voice Takuto Ira, the main character. He’s joined by Tomori Kusunoki, who plays Sludge Witch Atou. The first official artwork for both characters has also been revealed. Happinet is handling the production, and excitement is already building.

The story follows Takuto Ira, a young man who dies from an illness and wakes up in a world that looks just like his favorite strategy game, Eternal Nations. But he’s not just anyone—he’s now the ruler of the dark civilization Mynoghra. With Atou by his side, he sets out to rebuild his fallen empire, facing impossible odds in a brutal tactical war for survival.

Fehu Kazuno started publishing the...

The upcoming TV anime adaptation of Fehu Kazuno and Jun's Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra fantasy light novel series today revealed two main cast members, a teaser visual and 2025 release date. Takuto Ira and Sludge Ato, both pictured below, will be voiced by Toshiki Kumagai (Hitoyoshi in You are Ms. Servant ) and Tomori Kusunoki (Makima in Chainsaw Man ), respectively. Animation staff details are yet to be confirmed. Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra Teaser Visual Related: Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra Light Novels Get TV Anime Adaptation Yen Press publishes an official English version of Yasaiko Midorihana's manga adaptation and describes the story: Bedridden and abandoned, Takuto Ira spent his days in the hospital trying to beat the illness that was slowly killing him. His only solace lay in the nation management strategy game Eternal Nations, where he had built a reputation as the greatest player to ever live. After succumbing to his disease, Takuto awoke within...

Crunchyroll is officially announcing today that the upcoming anime adaptation of Kenta Shinohara’s manga Witch Watch will stream on the platform when it premieres in April 2025! The anime series previously announced in December 2024 that it will run for two continuous cours. Witch Watch Release Date: April 2025 Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East and Cis Synopsis: Morihito Otogi, a high school student who comes from a lineage of ogres, enjoys a peaceful, ordinary life until his childhood friend, Nico, moves in with him. Nico is a witch-in-training, and chooses Morihito to be her familiar. While Nico is thrilled to reunite with her old friend and crush, Morihito is tasked with the perilous duty to protect her from a foretold calamity. Between the unpredictable chaos caused by Nico’s magic, and the awkwardness of sharing a home, their lives become a whirlwind of supernatural hijinks and threats.

A fresh batch of music videos make their way to Crunchyroll today! The latest lineup of artists includes singers and bands behind theme songs for Chainsaw Man , Undead Unluck and more! See what's dropping today in the full list of January 2025 music video releases below! Burnout Syndromes X CHiCO ClariS Kana Nishino King Gnu Kjrgl MAISONdes feat. Ema, Tanaka MAISONdes feat. Ren, maeshima soshi MAISONdes feat. Riu Domura, 301, GeG, Ayaka Yasumoto MAISONdes feat. suisoh, A4. MAISONdes feat. wanuka, asmi, Taro Ishida People 1 (including the 10th Chainsaw Man ending theme song ) People 1 feat. Kinopoppo People 1 feat. Kei Sugawara Queen Bee (including the Undead Unluck opening theme song ) Ryokuoushoku Shakai suisoh Tomori Kusunoki...

A brand-new trailer for the upcoming Witch Watch anime was released at the Jump Festa 2025 stage event for the magical comedy series, revealing the anime will air on Sundays at 17:00 Jst for two continuous cours starting in April 2025 . Four more cast members were also confirmed. Witch Watch Anime Trailer The Witch Watch anime's cast list is now as follows: Nico Wakatsuki voiced by Rina Kawaguchi (Quan in Kizuna no Allele ) Morihito Otogi voiced by Ryota Suzuki (Ryusei in Dr. Stone ) Kanshi Kazamatsuri voiced by Kohei Amasaki (Will in Wistoria: Wand and Sword ) Keigo Magami voiced by Kaito Ishikawa (Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero ) Nemu Miyao voiced by Tomori Kusunoki (Shizuka in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead ) Yuri Makuwa voiced by Mikako Komatsu (Maki in Jujutsu Kaisen ) Kara Minami voiced by Rie Takahashi (Yuzuriha in Hell's Paradise ) Kukumi Ureshino voiced by Konomi Kohara (Chika in...

Short version lyric videos for "Little Dancer" and "Overclock," the ending theme songs for the ongoing second season of the Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online TV anime, are now available on Aniplex's official YouTube channel. Both songs are sung by Tomori Kusunoki as the anime's protagonist character, Llenn. The CD single including both songs is set to release in Japan on December 18, 2024. The single's bonus Blu-ray contains the lyric videos' full version. Llenn starring Tomori Kusunoki "Little Dancer" Lyric Video Short Version Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II Creditless Ending Video Featuring "Little Dancer" Llenn starring Tomori Kusunoki "Overclock" Lyric Video Short version Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II Creditless Ending Video Featuring "Overclock" "Little Dancer / Overclock" CD jacket Related: ReoNa Shares Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II Opening Song Music Video Following the first season in 2018, the much-awaited second season...

Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II , the ongoing light novel adaptation set in the same world as Sword Art Online , has published a creditless version of its new ending theme animation sequence. The video (below) features the song “Overclock” starring Llenn (voiced by Tomori Kusunoki). The series is currently broadcasting in Japan and streaming on Crunchyroll . Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II “Overclock” Ending Video The original Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online light novels are written by Keiichi Sigsawa, illustrated by Kouhaku Kuroboshi, and published in Japan by Ascii Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. Yen Press also publishes an English language version. Masayuki Sakoi directs the TV anime at animation studio A-1 Pictures. Yosuke Kuroda provides the series composition and scripts, Yoshio Kozakai provides the chief animation direction and character designs, and Daita / Daisuke Shinoda provides the music. Sword Art Online Alternative:...

Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II , the ongoing light novel adaptation set in the same world as Sword Art Online , has published a credit-free version of its new ending theme animation sequence. The video (below) features the song “Overclock” starring Llenn (voiced by Tomori Kusunoki). The series is currently broadcasting in Japan and streaming on Crunchyroll . Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II “Overclock” Ending Video The original Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online light novels are written by Keiichi Sigsawa, illustrated by Kouhaku Kuroboshi, and published in Japan by Ascii Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. Yen Press also publishes an English language version. Masayuki Sakoi directs the TV anime at animation studio A-1 Pictures. Yosuke Kuroda provides the series composition and scripts, Yoshio Kozakai provides the chief animation direction and character designs, and Daita / Daisuke Shinoda provides the music. Sword Art Online Alternative:...

Voice actor and singer-songwriter Tomori Kusunoki released her four-song fifth EP "Toro" ("Speaking One's Mind") and third live concert Blu-ray "Tomori Kusunoki Birthday Live 2023 'back to back'" on November 6, 2024. In addition to a music video for the lead track "Fuzen no Tomoshibi" ("light in front of the wind") posted early October, her official YouTube channel has been posting lyric videos for three other songs from the EP for three consecutive weeks from November 8 to 22 — "Doll," "NoTE," and "Saitei da, Boku wa." ("I'm the worst."). "Doll" Lyric Video "NoTE" Lyric Video "Saitei da, Boku wa." Lyric Video Her fifth EP "Toro" ranked #14 in Oricon's weekly album charts in its first week. Regular edition CD jacket First press limited edition A CD jacket First press limited edition B CD jacket "Fuzen no Tomoshibi" Music Video Additionally, a digest video of " Tomori Kusunoki Birthday Live 2023 'back to back'" is also streamed. The...

Warning, this article contains spoilers for the following manga Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen, Hunter x Hunter, Vinland Saga, Bleach, Berserk, Dragon Ball, One Piece, Naruto, and JoJo's Bizarre AdventureThe manga medium has spawned some of the best fictional series ever and produced some moments and scenes that have a huge impact. From the payoff of amazing buildup, stunning artwork, and entertaining panels that spawned hilarious memes, there are many reasons manga panels have become iconic. However, while there are plenty of manga panels that standout for a variety of reasons, only a handful have gone on to become truly legendary.

In order for a manga panel to achieve this mythic status among fans, it isn't enough for the artwork to just be technically solid. Good linework is a must, but in addition to that, the atmosphere, tone, and storytelling all must be absolutely transcendent. The true masters of manga can,...

MIMiNARI , a music project centered on composers Nari and Sham, has started streaming a music video for its latest digital single song "Clanssi:c feat. Yuho Kitazawa" on their official YouTube channel . The pop tune featuring singer Yuho Kitazawa , the vocalist and guitarist of the three-piece Japanese rock band the peggies , is now featured as the ending theme for the fall 2024 TV anime Demon Lord, Retry! R . MIMiNARI "Clanssi:c feat. Yuho Kitazawa" Music Video Demon Lord, Retry! R Creditless Ending Video Under the theme of "making music from memories," MIMiNARI has been active since 2022, collaborating with different vocalists for each song. This is their fourth anime theme song work following "Nemurenai feat. Tomori Kusunoki," the ending theme for the fall 2023 TV anime The Vexations of a Shut-In Vampire Princess . "Clanssi:c feat. Yuho Kitazawa" released digitally on October 6. The song will also be included in MiMINARI's upcoming fourth EP "Clanssi:c" to be...

Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II , the ongoing light novel adaptation set in the same world as Sword Art Online , has published another character trailer, this time focusing on the pugnacious protagonist Llenn (voiced by Tomori Kusunoki). The series will broadcast in Japan beginning on October 4, 2024. Crunchyroll will also stream the series as part of the fall 2024 anime simulcast lineup. The original Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online light novels are written by Keiichi Sigsawa, illustrated by Kouhaku Kuroboshi, and published in Japan by Ascii Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. Yen Press also publishes an English language version. Masayuki Sakoi directs the TV anime at animation studio A-1 Pictures. Yosuke Kuroda provides the series composition and scripts, Yoshio Kozakai provides the chief animation direction and character designs, and Daita / Daisuke Shinoda provides the music. Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online II key art Related:...

An official website and X (formerly Twitter) account opened today announced that an anime adaptation of Weekly Shonen Jump manga Witch Watch is in the works for an April 2025 broadcast in Japan. The magical comedy series' main cast and staff were revealed, along with a teaser trailer and visual. Teaser Visual The anime's announced cast is as follows: Nico Wakatsuki voiced by Rina Kawaguchi (Quan in Kizuna no Allele ) Morihito Otogi voiced by Ryota Suzuki (Ryusei in Dr. Stone ) Kanshi Kazamatsuri voiced by Kohei Amasaki (Will in Wistoria: Wand and Sword ) Keigo Magami voiced by Kaito Ishikawa (Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero ) Nemu Miyao voiced by Tomori Kusunoki (Shizuka in Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead ) Witch Watch anime character designs Related: '90s Jump Manga Jigoku Sensei Nube Gets New Anime Adaptation in 2025 Based on the manga by Kenta Shinohara ( Sket Dance ), Hiroshi Ikehata ( Tonikawa:...

I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster, but Mistaken for a Cat, I Live as an Elf Girl's Pet , an upcoming TV anime based on the series of fantasy comedy light novels, has revealed a massive amount of new info for the series, included a new trailer, new key art, additional cast members, and the main staff. The series will broadcast in Japan in 2025. The new cast members include: Vulcan voiced by Tomori Kusunoki (Jess in Butareba -The Story of a Man Turned into a Pig- ) Vulcan character art Stella voiced by Hitomi Ueda (Amila in The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic ) Stella character art Micro Magazine publishes the original I'm a Behemoth, an S-Ranked Monster, but Mistaken for a Cat, I Live as an Elf Girl's Pet light novels under their Gc Novels imprint. Yen Press publishes an English language version of the light novels as well as the...

It's been a long wait since a sequel was announced shortly after the conclusion of Seirei Gensouki: Spirit Chronicles ' first season in 2021, but now there's only few months left until the fantasy anime returns after today's announcement that Season 2 will premiere in October 2024 ! A teaser trailer and visual were also released, along with confirmation of cast and staff. Teaser Visual The confirmed cast members are as follows: Rio voiced by Yoshitsugu Matsuoka Celia Claire voiced by Akane Fujita Aishia voiced by Yuki Kawahara Latifa voiced by Tomori Kusunoki Miharu Ayase voiced by Sayaka Harada Aki Sendo voiced by Marika Kono Masato Sendo voiced by Aguri Onishi Flora Beltrum voiced by Kaede Hondo Liselotte Cretia voiced by Nao Toyama Sakata Hiroaki voiced by Hiroyuki Yoshino Related: Failure Frame: I Became the Strongest and Annihilated Everything with Low-Level Spells Anime Reveals New Trailer, Visual and Cast Based on the light novels by Yuri Kitayama and Riv,...

More music videos are dropping on Crunchyroll today following the releases last month , with this month’s uploads including theme songs from Black Butler -Public School Arc- , Golden Kamuy Season 4 , Wind Breaker and more! Read on for the full list of the June music video releases. Ali Ali feat. Dos Monos Ali feat. J-rexxx, Rueed Ali feat. Mfs Ali feat. Mummy-d (including the Golden Kamuy Season 4 opening theme song ) Ali feat. R-Shitei Ali feat. Namichie, Alonzo, 6B Ali feat. Umedacypher Creepy Nuts Durdn Hitsujibungaku Kairi Yagi Momo Asakura natori (including the Wind Breaker opening theme song ) otoha (including the Black Butler -Public School Arc- opening theme ) Reol Sangatsu No Phantasia (including The Irregular at Magic High School Season 3 second ending theme song ) SennaRin SennaRin feat. suis (from Yorushika) Sid (including the Black Butler -Public School Arc- ending theme ) Tomori Kusunoki (including The Misfit of Demon King Academy II (cour...

The official YouTube channel for three-piece Japanese rock band Burnout Syndromes has started streaming a music video for their seventh single song "Maou" ( The Demon King ). The song is now used as the opening theme for the ongoing second cour of the TV anime The Misfit of Demon King Academy II, and features voice actor Nao Toyama as guest vocalist. Toyama is voicing Arcana, one of the new characters in the anime's latest season. Burnout Syndromes × Nao Toyama "Maou" music video The Misfit of Demon King Academy II anime 2nd cour creditless opening movie "Maou" released digitally first on April 13, then, as a double-Aside single "Maou/Amateras," the CD single followed on May 22. The CD jacket illustration features the anime's protagonist, Anos Voldigoad, as well as Arcana voiced by Nao Toyama. "Maou/Amateras" CD jacket Related: Tomori Kusunoki Releases Music Video for The Misfit of Demon King Academy II Anime...

The official YouTube channel for voice actor/singer-songwriter Tomori Kusunoki (Makima in Chainsaw Man ) has started streaming a music video for her new song "Shingetsu" ( Crescent Moon ). The song released digitally first on April 20, and it CD single is schedule to be available in Japan on May 8. As reported , the Tetsuya ( L’Arc-en-Ciel bassist)-produced song is now featured as the ending theme for the ongoing second cour of the TV anime The Misfit of Demon King Academy II . Kusunoki previously sang "Hamidashimono," the ending theme for the anime's first season in 2020, and has also voiced one of the anime's main heroines, Misha Necron. She describes the video on Twitter , "Although it has an unrealistic view of the world, the music video makes us feel the hope that exists in the world around us. Please pay attention to the changing expressions on my face like the waxing and waning of the moon.

The official Twitter for the My Senpai Is Annoying TV anime announced on March 31 that its opening movie had already been viewed over 10 million times on YouTube. The 90-second clip featuring the opening theme song "Annoying! Sunsun Week!" performed by the anime's four main female voice cast members — Tomori Kusunoki (as Futana Igarashi), Saori Hayami (as Toko Sakurai), Reina Aoyama (as Natsumi Kurobe), and Aoi Koga (as Mona Tsukishiro) — was posted on YouTube on October 10, 2021, the TV anime's premiere day in Japan. The Twitter account had been counting down to the milestone since last week. My Senpai Is Annoying TV anime opening movie CD jacket The TV anime adaptation of Shiro Manta's romantic comedy manga series, My Senpai Is Annoying , aired for 12 episodes from October 1o to December 26, 2021. All episodes are available on Crunchyroll . Crunchyroll describes the series: Being seen as a full-fledged business woman isn’t easy for Futaba Igarashi when her senpai,...

The Misfit of Demon King Academy is a very popular fantasy adventure novel series written by Shu. The original series has been ongoing since 2017, with the light novel series currently consisting of 14 volumes illustrated by Yoshinori Shizuma. It has also been adapted into an ongoing anime series, whose first season ran from July 4 to September 26, 2020. A second season was announced, consisting of two non-consecutive cours. The first one, containing 12 episodes, aired from January 8 to September 24, 2023, and was plagued by issues and delays. Still, the second cour of Silver Link’s anime series is on track to premiere on April 13, 2024, and we now have yet another trailer for the upcoming series ahead of the premiere.

As far as the official plot is concerned, here is how The Misfit of Demon King Academy has been described officially:

Tired of ceaseless war destroying humans, spirits, and demons alike, the Demon King of Tyranny,...

Voice actor/singer-songwriter Tomori Kusunoki (Makima in Chainsaw Man ) is ready to release her new single "Shingetsu" ( Crescent Moon ) in Japan on May 8, 2024. Since her solo major debut in 2020, she has been building a successful singing career, with all four of her EPs reaching the Oricon weekly charts' top 10. While she has also released six digital singles, "Shingetsu" will be her first single to be released in a CD format. The title tune will be released digitally first on April 20, then its CD single will be available on May 8. As reported , "Singetsu" will be featured as the ending theme for the upcoming second cour of the TV anime The Misfit of Demon King Academy II . Kusunoki previously sang "Hamidashimono," the ending theme for the anime's first season in 2020, and has also voiced one of the anime's main heroines, Misha Necron. "I am honored to be in charge of the ending...

The Misfit of Demon King Academy II , the second season of the ongoing TV anime based on the fantasy light novel series, has revealed a new trailer and additional information about the opening and ending themes for the series. The series will continue broadcasting in Japan with a new cour beginning on April 12, 2024, and it will also stream on Crunchyroll as part of the spring 2024 anime simulcast lineup. Nao Toyama, who voices Arcana in the series, performs alongside Burnout Syndromes for the new opening theme song for the series, which is entitled “Maou” (“Demon King”). Additionally, Tomori Kusunoki, who voices Misha in the series, performs the new ending theme, which is entitled “Shingetsu” (“Crescent Moon”). The original The Misfit of Demon King Academy light novels are written by Shu, illustrated by Yoshinori Shizuma, and published in Japan by Ascii Media Works under their Dengeki Bunko imprint. English language versions are...

At the AnimeJapan 2024 stage event today, a new teaser trailer for the long-awaited second season of the Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online TV anime series was released, announcing the anime's October 2024 premiere in Japan. The first key visual for the second season was also revealed. Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online Season 2 Key Visual Related: Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online Season 2 Anime Reveals 2024 Premiere, Character Visual As previously reported , all of the four main voice cast members will return for the newest season — Tomori Kusunoki as Llenn, Yoko Hikasa as Pitohui, Kazuyuki Okitsu as M, and Chinatsu Akasaki as Fukaziroh. The first season's Masayuki Sakoi will continue to direct at Studio 3Hz. Character visuals The first season of the anime Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online , based on the spin-off novel of Reki Kawahara's Sword Art Online series written by Keiichi Sigsawa, aired...

This season’s silent shonen hit, Chained Soldier, ended its first season on March 21, 2024, after 12 episodes. The series never became a major title, but it has a solid fanbase, and with the manga still being published, it was logical that it would get a renewal. And finally, today, we have confirmation that Chained Soldier will, indeed, return for a second season, but probably not before 2025. As of the time of writing, the manga currently has 19 volumes, having been published since 2019, so there is enough content for a second season without the series having to face significant delays.

If you’re not familiar with the title, the Chained Soldier anime series is a fantasy adventure shonen series with ecchi elements. It follows Yuuki Waruka as he tries to become the hero in a world where only women are granted superpowers to fight demonic entities. The official synopsis sums it up like this:

Decades ago,...

The anime adaptation of Hajime Komoto's Mashle: Magic And Muscles manga has officially returned for Season 2! With The Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc upon us, it's time to take another look at everything from the series' streaming details on Crunchyroll to the cast, staff, trailers and beyond. Watch Mashle: Magic And Muscles on Crunchyroll! In This Guide Where Can I Watch Mashle Season 2? Mashle Characters: Who is in Season 2 of the Anime? Mashle: Magic And Muscles Season 2 Anime Staff Watch Mashle Season 2 Official Trailers Mashle: Magic And Muscles Season 2 Anime Key Visuals Mashle: Magic And Muscles Season 2 Anime Synopsis Mashle Season 2 Anime Additional Information Where Can I Watch Mashle Season 2? The Mashle: Magic And Muscles Season 2 anime will officially come to Crunchyroll on January 7, 2024. Where can I watch? You can watch the anime on Crunchyroll! Release Date: January 7, 2024 Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the...

As 2023 bids farewell, the annual Anime! Anime! General Election has unveiled the winners of the “Most Recommended Female Voice Actor” of 2023.

The survey period spanned from Nov 15, 2023, to Dec 15, 2023, during which over 3,000 anime fans participated. With a majority of female respondents, accounting for approximately 65%, with 35% being male, the survey captured the sentiments of a diverse audience ranging from those under 19 to individuals in their 40s.

Participants were asked to identify the voice actors who left a lasting impression, whether through their roles in various anime or their appearances in other forms of entertainment. The criteria ranged from the most active and impactful voice actor of the year to the one fans found themselves recommending the most.

Checkout the top 20 most recommended female voice actors of 2023 below:

20. Marina Inoue

Notable roles: Armin in Aot, Mai Zenin in Jujutsu Kaisen, Momo Yaoyorozu in Mha, etc.

19. Tomori Kusunoki

Notable roles: Makima in Chainsaw Man,...

Get ready for an anime event of epic proportions! The highly anticipated Aniplex Online Fest 2023, hosted by Aniplex Co. and co-hosted by Sony Music Entertainment Inc. Japan, is just around the corner, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Here’s everything you need to know about this spectacular one-day anime extravaganza.

Aniplex Online Fest 2023: What’s in Store When and Where: Mark your calendars for September 9, 2023. The event is set to kick off at 8 Pm Pacific Time (20:00 Pdt) and run until 1 Am Pacific Time on September 10 (1:00 Pdt). It’s a global affair; you can join the fun from anywhere. The venue? Zepp DiverCity Tokyo, the heart of anime culture. Hosts Extraordinaire: Aniplex Co. is leading the charge, joined by co-host Sony Music Entertainment Inc. Japan. With such heavyweights in the anime industry at the helm, you know it’s going to be big. The Legacy: Aniplex Online Fest,...

Bastard -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- is an animated series based on the outstanding Bastard!! manga series, written by Kazushi Hagiwara and featuring that genuine blend of humor and violence that has captivated millions of fans around the world.

The first part of the series was directed by Takaharu Ozaki at Liden Films. The anime premiered on Netflix on June 30, 2022, with the first 13 episodes. The remaining episodes, from 14 to 24, premiered on September 15, 2022.

Bastard -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy- is set in a post-apocalyptic world where magic and technology coexist. The story follows Dark Schneider, a powerful wizard who is sealed inside the body of a young boy named Lucien Renlen. When the Dark Rebel Army, led by the Four Divine Kings, threatens to resurrect the god of destruction Anthrasax, Dark Schneider is freed to fight them.

A Netflix gift for fans of the most classic dark fantasy anime, brutal and also fun...

Take a look at more Season Two footage from the new anime TV series "Bastard!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy", starring Kisho Taniyama, Tomori Kusunoki and Hiroki Yasumoto, streaming July 31, 2023 on Netflix:

"...four hundred years after the collapse of modern civilization, the world is dominated by the chaos of swords and sorcery. The 'Dark Rebel Army', which plans to resurrect the god of destruction 'Anthrasax', continues to expand its power in a bid to rule the world, led by the overwhelmingly powerful 'Four Divine Kings'. 

"'The Kingdom of Meta-llicana' on the 'Central Metallion Continent' is assaulted by the sorcerer-led Dark Rebel Army. In order to save the kingdom, T'ia Noto Yoko', daughter of the 'Great Priest', has a decision to make - she must resurrect the ancient great wizard who once plotted to rule the world, and who is sealed within her childhood friend 'Lucien Renlen'. 

"The only thing that...

San Francisco, CA — May, 28th, 2023 — Today, Viz Media, a world-leading producer of manga and anime, announce the anime series, Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, based on the manga by creators Haro Aso and Kotaro Takata will stream on Hulu and Netflix in the U.S.

In the U.S, the series will simulcast on Hulu premiering 2:00Am Pdt, July 9th, 2023, with sunrise details for Netflix and other streaming platforms to come. Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead is a Viz Media co-production alongside Shogakukan and Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions Japan, with Viz Media representing the anime in the North America, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand territories.

The zombie hordes are coming, so it's time to live your best life! There's nothing quite like the end of the world to inspire your bucket list. In Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead, Akira Tendo's life has lost its luster.

Take a look at Season Two of the anime TV series "Bastard!! -Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy", starring Kisho Taniyama, Tomori Kusunoki and Hiroki Yasumoto, streaming July 31, 2023 on Netflix:

"...four hundred years after the collapse of modern civilization, the world is dominated by the chaos of swords and sorcery. The 'Dark Rebel Army', which plans to resurrect the god of destruction 'Anthrasax', continues to expand its power in a bid to rule the world, led by the overwhelmingly powerful 'Four Divine Kings'. 

"'The Kingdom of Meta-llicana' on the 'Central Metallion Continent' is assaulted by the sorcerer-led Dark Rebel Army. In order to save the kingdom, T'ia Noto Yoko', daughter of the 'Great Priest', has a decision to make - she must resurrect the ancient great wizard who once plotted to rule the world, and who is sealed within her childhood friend 'Lucien Renlen'. 

"The only thing that can undo the...

The series: "Chainsaw Man"

Where you can stream it: Hulu, Crunchyroll

The pitch: Based on the popular manga series of the same name, "Chainsaw Man" is a totally bonkers action-adventure anime series with horror overtones, lots of laughs, and characters you can't help but fall in love with. The new anime series just finished its first season run, and it's wildly popular in the anime world, so even non-anime watchers might find themselves wondering — "what the heck is a 'Chainsaw Man,' anyway, and why should I care?" /Film has written about the series at length, including weekly recaps, interviews with some of the voice actors, and more, so if you already know and love the show, go check out some of our other coverage! This one's for the folks who hear the words otaku and doujinshi and wonder if those are new sushi restaurants opening nearby, who have...

Take a look at Season Two of the heavy metal, dark fantasy anime series "Bastard !!", starring Kisho Taniyama, Tomori Kusunoki and Hiroki Yasumoto, streaming in 2023 on Netflix:

"...four hundred years after the collapse of modern civilization, the world is dominated by the chaos of swords and sorcery. The 'Dark Rebel Army', which plans to resurrect the god of destruction 'Anthrasax', continues to expand its power in a bid to rule the world, led by the overwhelmingly powerful 'Four Divine Kings'. 

"'The Kingdom of Meta-llicana' on the 'Central Metallion Continent' is assaulted by the sorcerer-led Dark Rebel Army. In order to save the kingdom, T'ia Noto Yoko', daughter of the 'Great Priest', has a decision to make - she must resurrect the ancient great wizard who once plotted to rule the world, and who is sealed within her childhood friend 'Lucien Renlen'. 

"The only thing that can undo the seal is a virgin maiden's kiss.

Welcome to a new edition of Pop Culture Imports for the month of October! Now granted, this month's column may not be quite as spooky themed as past October editions, but you could argue that it does give us a taste of different kinds of horror — from the erotic horrors of "Thirst" and "La Piscine," to the horrors of war in "All Quiet on the Western Front," to the horrors of having a chainsaw for a head. Don't say I don't give you variety.

Let's fire up those subtitles and get streaming.

All Quiet On The Western Front – Netflix

Country: Germany

Genre: War drama

Director: Edward Berger

Cast: Daniel Brühl, Albrecht Schuch, Sebastian Hülk, Felix Kammerer, Aaron Hilmer, Edin Hasanovic, Devid Striesow.

"All Quiet on the Western Front" opens with the aftermath of a massacre, as a young man is killed in the name of a war he doesn't understand,...

"If you don't take job seriously, you'll die." Mappa & Shueisha has revealed a third official trailer for an anime series titled Chainsaw Man, premiering in October in Japan and streaming on Crunchyroll in the US sometime later in 2022. This seems like the kind of anime that would come from the mind of Sam Raimi or straight out of the Evil Dead universe, but it's far from that. Following a betrayal, a young man named Denji left for the dead is reborn as a powerful devil-human hybrid after merging with his pet devil and is soon enlisted into an organization dedicated to hunting "devils". It's adapted from the manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto. Denji eventually joins the Public Safety Devil Hunters, a government agency focused on fighting against devils whenever they become a threat to the world. Featuring the voices of Kikunosuke Toya as Denji, Tomori Kusunoki as Makima, Shogo Sakata as Aki Hayakawa,...