April 2025 Anime Releases: Spring Season Highlights and More
April 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for anime fans worldwide. With numerous new shows and returning favorites scheduled for release, viewers have plenty to look forward to this spring season. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the most anticipated anime releases coming in April 2025, along with other notable shows premiering throughout the year.
April 2025 Anime Releases: What's Coming This Spring
The spring anime season usually takes place from April to June. April 2025 will see a combination of brand new shows and continuation of popular series. Fans can look forward to these releases.
Major Franchise Returns
A few of the popular anime series are returning in April 2025. Fire Force returns with season three on April 4, picking up the story of special fire force Company 8. The series revolves around firefighters who possess special powers and fight spontaneous human combustion.
Black Butler enthusiasts can finally celebrate as the series returns with the Emerald Witch Arc beginning on April 5. The adaptation will revisit more of the dark Victorian period exploits of Ciel Phantomhive and his hellish butler Sebastian.
One Piece resumes its grand adventure with the Egghead arc debuting on April 6. This follows the Straw Hat crew to Future Island "Egghead," where Dr. Vegapunk's laboratory is located. The show returns after a months-long break, so this premiere is eagerly awaited.
Wind Breaker will be back with its second season on April 5, following the adventures of the high school bicycle racing club. Viewers of the first season can look forward to more speed and character development.
New Series to Watch
April also sees a number of brand new anime series. Devil May Cry, an adaptation of the hit video game franchise, debuts on April 3. This series has been creating a lot of buzz among gaming and anime fans alike.
Lazarus premieres on April 5, directed by Cowboy Bebop helmer Shinichirō Watanabe. The plot revolves around a miracle medication that proves to be fatal, with victims targeting the doctor who created it and a vaccine that can save them. John Wick director Chad Stahleski assisted in crafting the action scenes, so this is one that fans are eagerly waiting for.
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, a spin-off to the hit superhero series, rolls out on April 7. It takes place alongside three vigilantes utilizing their Quirks, which are used to combat lawless evil-doers. It debuts during a time when the main series is on its way to wrapping up in season 8.
Moonrise launches on April 10 from WIT Studio's Attack on Titan. The film is about Jack, who enlists in the army after his family is killed by moon-based rebels, then finds his best friend turned enemy fighting for the other side.
Other April Notable Premieres
A number of other noteworthy anime will be premiering in April 2025:
- Once Upon a Witch's Death (April 1) by studio EMT Squared
- Please Put Them On, Takamine-san (April 2) by Liden Films
- The Beginning After the End (April 2), 24-episode series by Studio A-Cat
- Your Forma (April 2) by Geno Studio
- Witch Watch (April 6), new fantasy comedy series
- I've Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level season 2 returns (April 5)
- Kowloon Generic Romance (April 5) by Arvo Animation
- Yaiba: Samurai Legend (April 5) produced by Wit Studio
- Classic Stars (April 6) by Platinum Vision
- I'm the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire! (April 6) by Quad studio
More Than April: More Anime Releases This Year
2025's anime calendar runs much longer than April. Fans can expect lots of great releases for the rest of the year.
Summer 2025 Highlights
Summer season sees a number of much-awaited sequels. Dan Da Dan is back with its second season in July, after the success of its first season. Kaiju No. 8 also receives a second season in July, where the monster defense forces' story continues. Sakamoto Days will be back with part 2 in July, continuing from where the first part ended.
Fall 2025 Must-Watch Anime
Fall 2025 is shaping up to have some of the biggest titles of the year. Demon Slayer continues on September 12 with the Infinity Castle arc and carries the series to its conclusion. One Punch Man fans get season 3 in October, which has been long-awaited. Spy x Family resumes its third season in October, following more adventures of the improvisational spy family. My Hero Academia's eighth and last season will drop in Fall 2025, finally ending the superhero series.
Expected Anime Movies in 2025
There are a few of the biggest anime movies to look forward to in 2025. Attack on Titan The Movie: The Last Attack hit the screens on February 10, merging the final episodes of the series with enhanced graphics. The film even has a new post-credits scene.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory/Premature Death film comes to Japanese theaters on May 30, 2025. Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc will cover the hit "Bomb Girl" manga arc rather than making a second season.
What Anime Enthusiasts Can Expect
The 2025 anime slate demonstrates the industry's ongoing expansion and diversification. From fast-paced shonen shows to introspective sci-fi dramas, there is something for all anime enthusiasts.
Streamers such as Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu/Disney Plus will remain the primary mediums for viewing these new releases. Crunchyroll provides a 14-day free trial for new users who wish to try out their collection.
2025 marks the end for several long-running series. My Hero Academia, Bleach, and potentially others will conclude their stories, while new franchises begin their journeys. The animation quality continues to improve, with studios like MAPPA, WIT, and others pushing the boundaries of what's possible in anime.
For cosplayers, new series such as 2.5 Dimensional Seduction will run throughout fall 2025, providing inspiration for fresh costume designs. The show addresses issues within the cosplay community of jealousy, shame, and professionalism.
Conclusion
April 2025 is only the start of what appears to be an amazing year for anime. With big franchises coming back and brand new shows premiering, fans have plenty of reasons to look forward to it. If you like action, comedy, romance, or fantasy, the spring 2025 anime season has plenty to choose from in order to add to your watchlist.
The anime business continues to grow internationally, exporting Japanese animation to more viewers than ever before. As the month of April approaches, the fan base can prepare by playing catch-up with the earlier seasons of returning titles and learning about the new titles that are making their debut. With such an expansive slate, 2025 is looking like one of the most thrilling years for anime on record.
