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Chainsaw Man Manga Part 2 Ending in March 2026
The second part of the Chainsaw Man manga, known as the Academy Saga, is set to conclude on March 24, 2026. This announcement follows chapter 231 and indicates that this specific storyline will end, not the entire series. The manga is available on platforms like MangaPlus and Viz Media.
As One Piece season 2 hits Netflix, you can now catch up on 13 seasons of the original anime for free
With the second season of the One Piece live-action series now on Netflix, the first 13 seasons of the original anime, totaling 1,028 episodes, are available to stream for free on Pluto TV. The anime and live-action series follow Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hats on their quest for the One Piece treasure.
Wash It All Away Manga Volume 6 Ends on Quite a Cliffhanger
Volume 6 of the Wash It All Away manga ends on a cliffhanger, introducing a character from Wakana Kinme's past who recognizes her by a childhood nickname. This marks the first time someone from before her arrival in Atami has appeared, hinting at a deeper exploration of her forgotten trauma. The series is published by Square Enix, with volume 7 due April 21, 2026, and the anime streaming on Crunchyroll.
Madoka Magica the Movie Walpurgisnacht: Rising New Release Date Set
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie – Walpurgisnacht: Rising has a new release date set for August 28, 2026, in Japan. The film's release has been delayed multiple times since its initial Winter 2024 window. Alongside the movie announcement, Good Smile Company provided updates on Nendoroid figures based on Homura Akemi, Kyoko Sakura, and Sayaka Miki from the film.
Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024: here the complete list of winners and see the event broadcast
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024, held in Tokyo and broadcast globally, announced the winners for the best in anime. JUJUTSU KAISEN Hidden Inventory / Premature Death and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc were among the top winners. The event, hosted by Sally Amaki and Jon Kabira, also featured celebrity presenters and musical performances, celebrating anime's global impact with record-breaking fan votes.
