Dante
Editor-in-Chief at BrandAnimeDante is Editor-in-Chief (Lord Hokage), which means he runs editorial and operations at BrandAnime. That means this whole thing was his idea, and he spends...
Last Updated on June 20, 2025 by Dante
Spring 2025 anime is officially behind us.
And, Summer 2025 anime is stacked.
From long-awaited sequels to bold originals, here’s every anime airing on Crunchyroll—sorted by genre and release date so you don’t miss a thing.
Summer 2025 Anime: Table of Contents
Brand Anime Top Picks – Summer 2025 Anime
With so many shows launching this season, it’s easy to get lost in the flood. But if you only have time for a few series this summer, here are the ones we absolutely won’t be missing:
My Dress-Up Darling – Season 2
It’s finally here. Marin and Gojo are back—and yes, the cosplay game looks stronger than ever. But beneath the glitter and fabric is the same warm-hearted exploration of creativity, vulnerability, and that almost-confession tension we live for. This is peak comfort anime with gorgeous animation to match. If you liked Season 1, this one’s essential viewing.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus
Sakuta and Mai return in another supernatural case wrapped in emotion. The Santa Claus arc might sound silly at first—but don’t be fooled. Like every Bunny Girl Senpai entry, this one promises layered writing, emotional gut punches, and character growth that sticks. You’ll cry, think, and then immediately rewatch the movie. Just how it goes.
Gachiakuta
Need something grimier? Bones’ new project throws you into a brutal junkyard underworld where the trash fights back—literally. The animation is fierce, the concept is fresh, and the social commentary has teeth. Think Dorohedoro with even more grime. If you like chaos, add this to your queue.
Kaiju No. 8 – Season 2
Season 1 was a breakout hit, and Season 2 looks to crank everything up. New threats, more kaiju action, and Hoshina’s backstory? Say less. It’s shonen that hits hard without overstaying its welcome. And that July 5th prequel special? Already on our calendar.
DAN DA DAN – Season 2
Aliens. Ghosts. High schoolers with attitude. DAN DA DAN’s chaotic mix of horror, sci-fi, and comedy is back for a second round of absurd brilliance. Season 1 ended strong—and if the manga’s anything to go by, things are only going to get wilder from here.
Here is the complete list of summer 2025 anime below, sorted by genre.
Action & Fantasy Anime – Summer 2025
| Title | Premiere | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|
| Clevatess | July 2 | A dark medieval fantasy filled with deadly creatures and political intrigue. |
| Onmyō Kaiten Re:Birth Verse | July 2 | Modern onmyōji battle spiritual threats across parallel worlds. |
| Gachiakuta | July 6 | Post-apocalyptic series where a boy fights grotesque monsters in a floating city. |
| Hotel Inhumans | July 6 | An assassin hideaway unravels sinister secrets. |
| Dr. Stone: Science Future – Cour 2 | July 10 | Senku and friends rebuild civilization using scientific breakthroughs. |
| Kaiju No. 8 – Special | July 5 | A special episode before Season 2, featuring comedic side stories. |
| Kaiju No. 8 – Season 2 | July 19 | Humanity’s kaiju defense force faces even stronger threats. |
| Apocalypse Bringer Mynoghra | TBD | A cunning anti-hero leads a civilization into ruin. |
| Bullet/Bullet | TBD | Futuristic gunplay tests loyalties in a war-torn world. |
| Leviathan | TBD | Deep-sea horrors emerge as humanity explores the abyss. |
| Lord of Mysteries | TBD | A Victorian detective faces eldritch conspiracies and mystical relics. |
| New Saga | TBD | A reincarnation tale with RPG-like resets and moral choices. |
| Reborn as a Vending Machine S2 | TBD | A man reincarnated as a vending machine wanders a dungeon. |
| The Shy Hero and the Assassin Princesses | TBD | A timid hero protects three outcast assassin princesses. |
| The Water Magician | TBD | A sorceress masters aquatic magic while battling her past. |
| Welcome to the Outcast’s Restaurant! | TBD | A magical restaurant caters to misfits with unique cravings. |
Romance, Slice-of-Life & School – Summer 2025
| Title | Premiere | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|
| Rent-A-Girlfriend – Season 4 | July 1 | Rental romance drama intensifies as fake relationships collide with real feelings. |
| My Dress-Up Darling – Season 2 | July 5 | Marin and Gojo dive deeper into cosplay, creativity, and young love. |
| Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun – Season 2 Pt 2 | July 6 | Yū and supernatural Hanako-kun face new spirit mysteries at Kamome Academy. |
| A Couple of Cuckoos – Season 2 | July 8 | A switched-at-birth rom-com explores identity, love triangles, and family ties. |
| Dealing with Mikadono Sisters | July 10 | One guy navigates quirky, competitive twins in an offbeat romantic comedy. |
| Bad Girl | TBD | A delinquent teen’s misadventures in love and rebellion head for unexpected growth. |
| Betrothed to My Sister’s Ex | TBD | An arranged-marriage rom-com where feelings shift between exes and siblings. |
| Captivated, by You | TBD | A shy artist falls under the spell of her charismatic subject. |
| Cultural Exchange with Game Center Girl | TBD | Arcade rivalries spark cross-cultural friendships and flirty banter. |
| Let’s Go Karaoke! | TBD | Two strangers bond through shared songs—music heals and exposes vulnerabilities. |
| Private Tutor to the Duke’s Daughter | TBD | A devoted tutor discovers love and secrets in a noble household. |
| Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus | TBD | A holiday-themed “Adolescence Syndrome” case tests friendship and belief. |
| Ruri Rocks | TBD | A small-town drummer finds her groove amidst personal and musical challenges. |
| See You Tomorrow at the Food Court | TBD | Unlikely friendships form over late-night mall snacks. |
| Solo Camping for Two | TBD | Two opposite solo campers connect through cooking, conversation, and campfires. |
| Takopi’s Original Sin | TBD | A whimsical slice of friendship, mischief, and cloud-connected robots. |
| Watari‑kun’s ****** Is About to Collapse | TBD | A social-research mystery sparks rumors and dark truths. |
| With You and the Rain | TBD | Rainy days bring solitude, self-reflection, and tender bonds. |
Sci-Fi, Supernatural & Mystery – Summer 2025
| Title | Premiere | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|
| DAN DA DAN – Season 2 | July 3 | Aliens, yōkai, and psychic teens collide in a chaotic supernatural thrill ride. |
| Necronomico and the Cosmic Horror Show | TBD | Lovecraftian comedic horror unfolds at a corrupt boarding school. |
| Kamitsubaki City Under Construction | TBD | An eerily perfect city reveals unsettling truths beneath its façade. |
| Night of the Living Cat | TBD | Feline zombies overrun a town—cute meets creepy in this dark comedy. |
| Secrets of the Silent Witch | TBD | A mute witch harbors dark secrets in a sleepy village. |
| Theatre of Darkness: Yamishibai 15 | TBD | A fresh batch of bite-sized horror tales in traditional kamishibai style. |
Comedy & Quirky Originals – Summer 2025
| Title | Premiere | Synopsis |
|---|---|---|
| Arknights: Rise from Ember | TBD | Post-apocalyptic strategy meets quirky mercenaries in a harsh world. |
| CARDFIGHT!! VANGUARD Divinez Deluxe Kesshō-hen | TBD | Card battles and friendship return in this deluxe season. |
| CITY the Animation | TBD | Interlocking urban stories unfold across Tokyo’s busy streets. |
| Grand Blue Dreaming – Season 2 | TBD | Diving hijinks and otaku brotherhood continue in seaside chaos. |
| I Was Reincarnated as the 7th Prince – Season 2 | TBD | A chill fantasy where the seventh prince refines his magic, fashion, and harem. |
| My Melody & Kuromi | TBD | Sanrio mascots get their animated spotlight in a pastel-world anthology. |
| New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt | TBD | Lecherous angels return with outrageous humor and bold animation. |
| Puniru Is a Kawaii Slime – Season 2 | TBD | A bubbly slime’s everyday life brings laughter and melts hearts. |
| Scooped Up by an S‑Rank Adventurer! | TBD | A naive civilian teams up with a top-tier hero in dungeon delving. |
| Turkey! Time to Strike | TBD | A bowling-themed comedy pits underdogs against eccentric rivals. |
Dante is Editor-in-Chief (Lord Hokage), which means he runs editorial and operations at BrandAnime. That means this whole thing was his idea, and he spends his time making stuff work and covering the latest anime and games. When he's not doing 100 things at once, he's usually... watching anime or playing games. His life isn't that interesting, honestly.
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