The past week delivered a flurry of exciting announcements for anime fans, with major updates on highly anticipated series, new adaptations of popular media, and several upcoming anime films. From magical muscles to rock bands and supernatural shiba inus, there was plenty to keep an eye on.

MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES Season 3 Confirmed for January 2027

Crunchyroll announced it will stream the third season of MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES, subtitled The Tri-Magicathlon Divine Visionary Final Exam Arc, starting in January 2027. The anime continues to follow Mash Burnedead as he uses his strength in a magic-dominated world. Tomonari Tanaka directs the series at A-1 Pictures.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 28, 2026

DEATH STRANDING ISOLATIONS Anime Reveals Teaser Trailer and Visual

Kojima Productions unveiled a teaser trailer and visual for the upcoming DEATH STRANDING ISOLATIONS anime, which is set to stream on Disney+ in 2027. The series will tell a story set after the original Death Stranding game. Takayuki Sano directs the anime at Studio E&H production, with Tow Ubukata handling series composition.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 30, 2026

BOCCHI THE ROCK! Prequel Anime Film Announced for 2027

A new anime film titled BOCCHI THE ROCK! Hoshi no Ashiato (Starry Footprints) has been announced, scheduled to open in Japan in 2027. This prequel will focus on Nijika’s older sister, Seika Ijichi, before the formation of Kessoku Band. The staff also confirmed that a second season of the TV anime is in production.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Nov 1, 2026

Shiba Inu Rooms Manga Gets Anime Adaptation for Summer 2027

Esu Omori's supernatural comedy manga, Shiba Inu Rooms, is receiving a TV anime adaptation, slated for broadcast in Summer 2027. An announcement trailer and visual were released, introducing the voices of Niina Nakabayashi as Kori Momose and Mutsumi Tamura as Mu. Osamu Yamasaki directs the anime at TMS Entertainment.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Nov 1, 2026

Charisma Anime Premieres January 7, 2027

The anime adaptation of the media mix project Charisma will premiere on January 7, 2027. A new trailer was released, featuring a preview of the opening theme song and confirming additional cast members. Joji Furuta directs the series at Pierrot Films, following seven young men in a share house.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Nov 1, 2026

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Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation Season 2 Premieres December 23

The second season of Disney Twisted-Wonderland The Animation, subtitled "Episode of Savanaclaw," will begin streaming weekly on Disney+ from December 23. This season will consist of eight episodes. A third season, "Episode of Octavinelle," is also planned for the anime adaptation of the mobile game.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 29, 2026

Sanrio's Kuromi Mascot to Star in Anime Movie in 2027

Sanrio announced that its popular mascot character, Kuromi, will star in a feature-length anime movie set to release in Japanese theaters in 2027. An official website and X account were launched for the film, along with a video message from Kuromi and an announcement visual.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 31, 2026

Pole Princess!! Anime Film Croix du Nord Set for January 29, 2027

The CG animated series Pole Princess!! will return with a new 60-minute theatrical film titled Pole Princess!! -Croix du Nord-. The film will feature an original story and introduce a new character, Richika Himeori. It will have a limited two-week engagement starting January 29, 2027, in select Tokyo cinemas.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 30, 2026

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Cour 2 Unveils New Visual

A new key visual for Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle Cour 2 was released, featuring Haru Aomi. The visual comes ahead of episode 17, which is scheduled to air on November 2. Yuji Tokuno directs the anime at studio feel., with Crunchyroll streaming the series.

Source: Crunchyroll News · Oct 30, 2026

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Looking ahead

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate new episodes of ongoing series like Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle. Keep an eye out for more details on the many anime films and series announced for 2027, as their release dates draw closer and more information becomes available.