New Anime to Watch | Spring 2025

Summary

Spring 2025 brings a fresh lineup of anime with new titles and returning series. This season presents a mix of intriguing mysteries, heroic tales, and supernatural adventures, with highlights like 2B Hero X and My Hero Academia: Vigilantes set to captivate audiences. Other standout series include the long-awaited returns of Fire Force and One Piece, alongside exciting new stories like Shinro Wanton's Lazarus and a delightful adaptation of Anne of Green Gables. With a vibrant array of genres and remarkable animation studios at the helm, anime fans have much to look forward to this spring.

Highlights

• 2B Hero X brings an unexpected hero story with a unique animation style. 🎥
• My Hero Academia: Vigilantes explores the universe's deep lore and history. 📚
• Windbreaker season 2 picks up the action where it left off with new chaos. 🌪️
• One Piece resumes its thrilling story with the Egghhead arc on Crunchyroll. 🏴‍☠️
• Fire Force returns to blaze new storylines after a 5-year hiatus. 🔥
• Shinro Wanton's Lazarus debuts with snazzy fights and a gripping plot. 💊
• Witch promises supernatural hilarity with its magical premise. 🧙‍♂️
• Classic Anne of Green Gables is reimagined for a new generation. 📖
• Yaya Samurai Legend revisits classic shounen excitement with modern animation. ⚔️
• Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax launches a playful yet intense Mecha adventure. 🚀

Key Takeaways

• Spring 2025 anime season is packed with exciting new and returning series! 🌸
• Don't miss 2B Hero X, a fresh take on heroism with stunning visuals! 🌟
• My Hero Academia: Vigilantes dives into the past for fans craving more backstory! 🦸‍♂️
• Anne of Green Gables makes a charming comeback in anime form! 🍁
• Fire Force and One Piece continue their epic arcs with new seasons! 🔥
• Studio Mapa and others are delivering high-quality animation experiences! 🎨
• Witch offers laughs and magic in a supernatural comedy! 🧙‍♀️
• Gundam fans rejoice with a brand new Mecha adventure, Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax! 🤖

Overview

This spring, the anime scene is buzzing with new stories and the return of fan-favorites. On the heroic front, '2B Hero X' introduces us to Lynn, an unlikely hero thrust into the spotlight, coupled with a refreshing mix of 2D and 3D animated storytelling reminiscent of 'Arcane'. Meanwhile, 'My Hero Academia: Vigilantes' takes a nostalgic dive into the history before Deku and his peers, offering rich world-building for longtime fans.

For those hungry for action, 'Fire Force' is back, bringing intense battles and deep narrative after a long hiatus. 'Windbreaker' also delivers high-octane thrills as it resumes its tale of protective misfits. And not to be overshadowed, 'One Piece' picks up its Egghead arc full of marine skirmishes and lore-immersing plot. These returning heavyweights ensure there's no shortage of excitement this season.

Newcomers also make a strong impression, with 'Shinro Wanton's Lazarus' unveiling a high-stakes adventure filled with snazzy choreography, while 'Witch' wittily explores supernatural comedy. There's also a heartwarming throwback with 'Anne of Green Gables', beautifully animated to captivate new audiences. Not forgetting the Mecha enthusiasts, 'Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax' offers a fresh narrative packed with refreshing visuals and vibrant character designs. It's a season brimming with diversity and quality sure to satisfy every anime aficionado!

Chapters

• 00:00 - 00:30: Introduction The introduction sets the scene for a new season filled with exciting anime offerings. Highlights include a mystery involving a miracle drug, battles with fire, and unexpected heroes. While continuing series like 'Apothecary Diaries' and 'Case Closed: Detective Conan' are mentioned, the chapter focuses on new and returning titles for the Spring 2025 anime season. Viewers are encouraged to stay until the end for a comprehensive list of all spring season anime.
• 00:30 - 01:30: 2B Hero X A new hero series titled 2B Hero X is set to debut this spring. The story follows Lynn, who unexpectedly becomes a hero by taking the place of an existing one. The world they inhabit has a Peter Panlike belief system where faith in heroes grants them their powers. Beyond the storyline, the series is noted for its impressive visuals, attributed to Land Studio.
• 01:30 - 02:30: My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Introduction to the animation style of 'To be Hero X', which utilizes both 3D and 2D to enhance storytelling, reminiscent of 'Arcane'.
• 02:30 - 03:30: Windbreaker Season 2 The chapter introduces a new series titled 'Academia: Vigilantes,' scheduled for release in the spring season. The story centers on Kuici, a young aspiring hero who assists strangers with minor tasks. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious vigilante gets involved and appears to mentor him. Set years before the main My Hero Academia series, this spin-off offers additional world-building for fans of the original series. Animation production is managed by Bones film, a subsidiary of Studio Bones, known for working on the original series. Fans can anticipate similar animation quality to that of My Hero Academia.
• 03:30 - 04:30: One Piece Egghhead Arc Part 2 The chapter mentions the availability of 'My Hero Academia Vigilantes' on Crunchyroll, suggesting it's accessible for viewers. Next, it introduces 'Windbreaker Season 2', highlighting a continuation centered on the protagonist, Sakura. Sakura has taken initiative to aid a classmate whose childhood friend is connected to a game, implying possible challenges or adventures ahead. The narrative promises ensuing chaos, hinting at thrilling developments. The mention of Clover Works, a studio recognized for works like 'Bochi the Rock and the Loose', suggests a mark of quality or style associated with their projects.
• 04:30 - 05:30: Fire Force Season 3 Fire Force Season 3: The chapter discusses the return of 'Samurai', a notable contributor to animation production, particularly in enhancing fight choreography and action sequences for the series. This improvement is part of the developments expected in season 2. It briefly mentions the availability of another season for a different series, 'Windbreaker', on Crunchyroll. Additionally, there's a mention of 'One Piece', highlighting the continuation of the story post a significant hiatus, specifically resuming from a critical point in the Egghhead arc, known for its intense lore and cliffhangers.
• 05:30 - 06:30: Shinro Wanton's Lazarus The chapter 'Shinro Wanton's Lazarus' explores the increasing tension and challenges faced by Luffy and his crew as more marines gather against them. It reflects on the improvements in animation by Toy Animation seen in the Wano arc and anticipates the continuation of the Egghhead arc, now airing on Crunchyroll. Additionally, the summary highlights the return of the Fire Force series with its third season after a five-year hiatus, reintroducing the character Shinra.
• 06:30 - 07:30: Witch The chapter titled 'Witch' focuses on Company 8, where after undergoing some rigorous training and receiving unsettling news, they prepare for an impending major battle. The narrative highlights David Production's involvement, a studio renowned for its work on popular series such as Jojo's Bizarre Adventure and Cells at Work. With the return of Fire Force for its third season, fans of Atsushi Okubo's creations, including Soul Eater, are encouraged to delve into the intense and dynamic series now streaming on platforms like Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Disney Plus.
• 07:30 - 08:30: Anne of Green Gables The chapter introduces 'Shinro Wanton's Lazarus,' an eagerly awaited anime series. It centers around the main character, Axel, who is known for his charisma and ability to escape prisons. Axel is compelled to join a team resembling a 'suicide squad,' tasked with preventing a global crisis. The crisis revolves around a widely used 'miracle drug,' which a leading scientist has discovered is actually lethal. The chapter sets the scene for a thrilling adventure where Axel and his specialized team must act swiftly to address the looming catastrophe.
• 08:30 - 09:30: Yaya's Samurai Legend The chapter titled 'Yaya's Samurai Legend' dives into the excitement and anticipation surrounding a new animated series. The production is helmed by Mapa, known for high-profile works like Chainsaw Man and Jiujutsu Kaizen, indicating a promising quality. The premiere impresses with its dynamic fight choreography and entertaining chase sequences, much to the delight of Watonabi fans familiar with such spectacles. Given the high expectations set, there's a budding curiosity about the series' progression in the upcoming season. The series, Lazarus, is now accessible on Max and Adult Swim.
• 09:30 - 10:30: Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax This chapter introduces Nico, a young witch, and her childhood friend who is an ogre. The narrative explores how they navigate life together, as Nico discovers and hones her new magical powers. The story promises a blend of supernatural and comedic elements, with animation produced by Byberry Animation Studios, recognized for works like Quintessential Quintuplets and The 100 Girlfriends Who Really Really Really Really Love You. The excitement builds on impressions from the premiere and trailers.
• 10:30 - 11:30: Conclusion and Full List of Spring 2025 Anime This chapter provides a conclusion to the Spring 2025 anime season, highlighting a few notable series. It discusses comical scenarios faced by characters in some of the shows and, notably, introduces a new adaptation of the classic novel 'Anne of Green Gables'. This anime adaptation follows the story of Anne Shirley, an imaginative orphan girl who, despite not being planned for, is taken in by a family. Answer Studio, known for their work on 'Tower of God' season 2, is responsible for the animation production. The chapter wraps up with excitement for how the season will continue to develop and engage audiences.

New Anime to Watch | Spring 2025 Transcription

• 00:00 - 00:30 A new season full of anime is here to check out. A miracle drug mystery, fighting with fire, and the unlikeliest of heroes are what you can expect this spring anime season. Of course, there are also continuing anime that have carried over from last season like Apothecary Diaries and Case Clos Detective Conan, but we'll only be listing new and returning titles here. So, here are some of our most anticipated new and returning series. And be sure to stay to the end of the video to check out the full list of spring season 2025 anime that will be
• 00:30 - 01:00 available to watch in the [Music] US. A new hero series is hitting this spring with 2B Hero X. The series follows Lynn, a nobody who through unforeseen circumstances takes the place of an existing hero. The world of 2B Hero X is interesting with this Peter Panlike belief in their heroes which gives them their abilities. Hero story aside, the visuals for the series are surprising in a good way. Land Studio
• 01:00 - 01:30 alongside PB animation and Paper Plane animation use 3D and 2D in quite a refreshing way. It's reminiscent of Netflix's Arcane, but 2B Hero X jumps between both purposefully in its storytelling. The series just premiered, but the visuals plus the mysteries already have me intrigued about what the rest of the season is going to look like. To be Hero X is available now on [Music] Crunch. Speaking of heroes, My Hero
• 01:30 - 02:00 Academia: Vigilantes drops this spring season. The new series follows Kuici, an aspiring hero who helps strangers with small menial task. He runs into some trouble though when a mysterious vigilante intervenes and looks to take Kuici under his wing. This story takes place years before Deku and the game become heroes in the main series. So, it's great for fans interested in the world building. Bones film, an offshoot of Studio Bones, which worked on the main series, is handling animation production on this spin-off. So, fans can expect more of the My Hero Academia
• 02:00 - 02:30 they love. My Hero Academia vigilantes is available now on Crunchyroll. The School of Protective Misfits is back with Windbreaker season 2. Last we saw our protagonist Sakura. He volunteered to help a fellow classmate whose childhood friend is involved with the game. The new season jumps back right where we left off and chaos ensues soon after. Clover Works, the studio known for Bochi the Rock and the Loose
• 02:30 - 03:00 Samurai, returns to help animation production for season 2. So, expect more amazing fight choreography and action sequences for the eyes. Windbreaker season 2 is available now on Crunchyroll. [Music] The hiatus is finally over for One Piece fans. After the big cliffhanger and lore drops in the middle of the highly anticipated Egghhead arc, the series returns right where it left off. out of
• 03:00 - 03:30 the frying pan and into the fire as more marines encroach on Luffy and the gang. As seen during the previous Wano arc, Toy Animation has really stepped up their game. So, it's exciting to see how the rest of the Egghhead arc goes after a somewhat brief break. One Piece Egghhead arc part two is available now on Crunchyroll. Another anticipated series returning after a large chunk of time is Fire Force with season 3. It's been almost 5 years since we last saw Shinra
• 03:30 - 04:00 and friends at Company 8. After some training alongside some unfortunate news, a major battle looks to be on the horizon. David Production, the studio wellknown for Jojo's Bizarre Adventure and Cells at Work, returns to Helm Animation this season. If you're a fan of Atsushi Okubo's other work like Soul Eater, now is the time to get into this fiery action-packed series. Fire Force season 3 is available now on Crunchyroll, Hulu, and Disney Plus. [Music]
• 04:00 - 04:30 One of the most highly anticipated anime of the year is here with Shinro Wanton's Lazarus. The series follows Axel, the smooth talking protagonist with a penchant for escaping prisons. He is forcibly recruited into a suicide squad-like team after a worldrenowned scientist revealed that a miracle drug that the population that has been using for years is a death sentence. With the limited amount of time, this group of specialized individuals must find this
• 04:30 - 05:00 doctor and get the cure. Mapa, known for Chainsaw Man and Jiujutsu Kaizen, is leading animation production for this series, and it shows. The premiere alone showcases snazzy fight choreography alongside some fun chase sequences that Watonabi fans are familiar with. There are some high expectations for this series, so it'll be interesting to see how the rest of the season progresses. Lazarus is available now on Max and Adult Swim.
• 05:00 - 05:30 Looking for a fun supernatural series this spring season? Witch may be the anime for you. The series follows Nico, a young witch who reconnects with a childhood friend who happens to be an ogre. In typical comedy fashion, the two end up living together while trying to navigate Nico's new magical powers. Byberry Animation Studios, known for the quintessential quintuplets season 2 and the 100 girlfriends who really really really really love you, is leading animation production on the series. So far, the premiere and trailers have
• 05:30 - 06:00 shown some hilarious predicaments that these two face. So, it'll be fun to see how the rest of the season pans [Music] out. A nice surprise this season is a new adaptation of the period piece novel An of Green Gables. The series follows Anne Shirley, an imaginative orphan who is mistakenly brought to a new family. Even though it wasn't planned, the family has chosen to take her in for now. The Answer Studio, which has worked on Tower of God season 2, will be at the helm of animation production. There is already an end of Green Gable's anime
• 06:00 - 06:30 from back in 1979, produced by some Studio Gibli veterans like Hayo Miyazaki. So, it's nice to see the return of Anne Shirley for a new audience. If you want a change of pace this season with a grounded and wholesome story, this series may be a good fit for you and surely is available now on Crunchyroll. Another series making its anime return in a new form and after so many years is Yaya's Samurai Legend.
• 06:30 - 07:00 With this new adaptation, it will be over 25 years since the long-running series first aired in 1993. Wood studio known for Attack on Titan and villain saga is taking on YBA samurai legend. Just from the premiere alone, the stunning movement and action sequences will get any shownen fan interested in the series. It'll be very interesting to see how the rest of the season goes for this new take on a classic. Yaya Samurai Legend is available now on Netflix, Hulu, and Disney Plus.
• 07:00 - 07:30 [Music] Finally, the ever popular Mecca series returns with Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax. This new series follows Amate, a young girl who finds herself in the middle of a mobile suit fight on a space colony. With courage and luck, she ends up in a Gundam unit linking perfectly to the suit. Studio Sunrise and Cara are producing the rest of the episodic series just like they did for the special movie Gqu Quack's Beginning. The designs of the characters and Gundam are
• 07:30 - 08:00 very refreshing, bringing in a more playful vibe than the more dramatic story lines that came before. With that said, the visuals are quite amazing, and it'll be interesting to see how this all shakes out as the season continues. Mobile Suit Gundam Gquax is available now on Amazon Prime. [Music] Those are some anticipated new and returning anime available to watch this
• 08:00 - 08:30 spring 2025 season. If you want more anime, check out our list of the biggest anime coming in 2025 and also our list of the winter 2025 anime in case you missed the last batch of new series. What anime are you excited for this season? Let us know in the comments below. And here's the full list of new spring season 2025 anime that will be available to watch in the US. [Music]
• 08:30 - 09:00 Heat. Heat. [Music]