Anime and manga enthusiasts in North America have a busy week ahead, with a fresh wave of highly anticipated new seasons and manga volumes arriving between October 5 and October 11, 2025. This period marks a significant push for the Fall 2025 anime season and includes major releases from top publishers.
New Anime Streaming and Theatrical Debuts
The first week of October 2025 ushers in a new slate of anime series, with several fan favorites returning to streaming platforms. Crunchyroll, in particular, is set to be a hub for many of these new episodes.
Highly Anticipated Season Premieres
Several blockbuster anime series are slated to continue their stories, with new seasons launching around the requested timeframe:
- My Hero Academia Final Season: The concluding season of the popular superhero saga premiered on October 4, bringing the epic conflict between All For One and One For All to its climax.
- Spy x Family Season 3: Fans can look forward to more comedic espionage and heartwarming family dynamics as Spy x Family Season 3 began streaming on October 4.
- To Your Eternity Season 3: The poignant journey of Fushi continues with the premiere of its third season on October 4.
- One-Punch Man Season 3: The highly anticipated third season of One-Punch Man is scheduled to debut on October 5, with North American streaming handled by Hulu.
- Ranma 1/2 Season 2: The remake of the beloved ’90s anime Ranma 1/2 will see its second season dropping on Netflix on October 4.
Additional Streaming Releases
Crunchyroll’s October schedule includes a variety of new and continuing series throughout the week:
- October 5: Witch Watch (Sub) Episode 25 and (Dub) Episode 23, Mechanical Marie Episode 1, Gachiakuta (Sub & Dub) Episode 13, Dad Is A Hero, Mom Is A Spirit, I’m A Reincarnator Episode 1, and The Fated Magician Princess: Who Made Me a Princess Episode 4.
- October 7: Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle (Sub) Episode 1, Campfire Cooking in Another World With My Absurd Skill (Sub & Dub) Season 2 Episode 1, Yano-kun’s Ordinary Days Episode 1, Rent-A-Girlfriend Season 4 (Dub) Episode 48, and A Couple of Cuckoos (Dub) Season 2 Episode 12.
- October 8: Kakuriyo Bed & Breakfast for Spirits Season 2 Episode 2, The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Episode 1, Let’s Play Episode 2, Dragon Raja II The Mourner’s Eyes Episode 1 (Japanese Audio), Dealing With Mikadono Sisters Is a Breeze (Dub) Episode 12, and I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince (Dub) Season 2 Episode 24.
- October 11: Gnosia Episode 1.
Anime Films in Theaters
Moviegoers have opportunities to catch anime on the big screen during this period:
- 100 Meters: This GKIDS release is scheduled to hit theaters on October 10.
North American Manga and Light Novel Arrivals
The week of October 5-11 is also packed with new manga volumes from major publishers, offering a diverse selection for readers.
Viz Media’s Offerings (October 7)
Viz Media has a robust lineup of manga volumes hitting shelves on October 7:
- Astro Royale, Vol. 2
- Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, Vol. 3
- Chainsaw Man, Vol. 19
- Dandadan, Vol. 15
- Kamudo, Vol. 1 (Series Debut)
- Marriage Toxin, Vol. 9
- Moan: Junji Ito Story Collection
- Not Your Idol, Vol. 3
- Otaku Vampire’s Love Bite, Vol. 5
- Pink Candy Kiss, Vol. 3
- Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 9
- The Bugle Call: Song of War, Vol. 3
- Vampire Knight: Memories, Vol. 10
Releases from Other Publishers (October 7)
Several other publishers are also contributing to the week’s manga bounty:
- Yen Press: After We Gazed at the Starry Sky Graphic Novel (GN) 3.
- Seven Seas Entertainment: 365 Days to the Wedding Graphic Novel (GN) 9, Betrayed by the Hero, I Formed a MILF Party with His Mom! GN 3, BL Game Rebirth: My New Life as the Hero’s Younger Brother GN 2, and Chillin’ in Another World with Level 2 Super Cheat Powers GN 11, and Crossplay Love: Otaku x Punk GN 13.
- Kodansha USA: Blue Lock Season 1 Part 2 GN Box Set, The Dashing Zaddy and His Icy Protégé GN 3, The Fable Omnibus GN 10, and The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity GN 9.
- Square Enix Manga: The Angel Next Door Spoils Me Rotten GN 4, The Apothecary Diaries GN 14, and The God-Slaying Demon King GN 3.
- Vertical: Before You Go Extinct GN 1.
This comprehensive list offers a look at the exciting new anime and manga content arriving in North America, catering to a wide range of tastes within the anime and manga community.
