The past week brought exciting news for anime fans, with a highly anticipated English dub returning after a long hiatus and a major anime series gearing up for its grand finale. Several new anime adaptations and film releases also shared key updates, setting the stage for future viewing.

Black Clover Season 2 English Dub Premieres

The English dub for Black Clover Season 2 has officially returned, with weekly episodes now streaming. The first episode, featuring the returning cast for Asta, Yuno, and other characters, is currently available, marking the dub's comeback after five years.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 17, 2026

Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity Final Trailer

A final trailer was released for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity, building anticipation for its conclusion. Episode 49 is set for October 19, followed by episode 50 on October 26, bringing the anime adaptation of the manga's final arc to its end.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 16, 2026

Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 Unveils New Visual

A new visual for Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 was revealed ahead of its October 20 debut. The visual introduces new characters Roman, D, Weak, and Talia, along with supporting figures, as the series returns to Night City with a new story.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 14, 2026

Aikatsu Stars! Hoshiboshi no Progress Film Release Date

The Aikatsu Stars! Hoshiboshi no Progress anime film is set to open in Japanese theaters on January 22, 2027. A main trailer and key visual were also unveiled, introducing the film's theme song and providing a plot summary about Yume and her friends preparing for graduation and a global idol event.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 18, 2026

I Lost My Adventurer's License, but It's Fine Because I Have an Adorable Daughter Now Anime Premiere

The TV anime adaptation of I Lost My Adventurer's License, but It's Fine Because I Have an Adorable Daughter Now will premiere in Japan in January 2027. A teaser trailer and visual were released, along with the main cast announcements for Douglas and Rabi.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 15, 2026

I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too Season 2 Premiere

I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too Season 2 is scheduled to broadcast in January 2027. A new trailer and key visual were released, introducing the voices for new characters Iris and Mai, with returning staff for direction, character design, and music.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 15, 2026

Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club Anime Film Final Part Release

The third and final film in the Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club “Final Chapter” series will debut in Japanese cinemas on February 5, 2027. A teaser trailer was released for the film, which continues the story of the school idol club members.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 16, 2026

Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2 Casts Shiori Izawa

Shiori Izawa has joined the cast of Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2, voicing the character Stephan. The series, currently broadcasting in Japan, continues to adapt the light novel series about a sentient sword and his companion Fran.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 17, 2026

VIZ Media Announces Summer 2027 Print Releases

VIZ Media has announced several print releases for summer 2027, including the first volume of Hirohiko Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 8, JoJolion, in deluxe hardcover. Other releases include a DAN DA DAN character guide and the Kamisama Kiss Complete Box Set.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 16, 2026

The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Dub Streaming

The English dub for The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 has begun streaming, with new episodes available.

Source: Anime News Network · News · Oct 16, 2026

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Looking ahead

As we look ahead, fans can anticipate the upcoming debut of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the final episodes of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Calamity, and continued English dub releases. New anime series and films are also on the horizon for early next year, promising more exciting content.