https://screenrant.com The biggest news from the worlds of Anime and Manga, and the editorials, features, and reviews fans demand. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:04:19 GMT en-US hourly 60 The Jojo's Bizarre Adventure series has seen some completely brutal takedowns of opponents in its long run, including by Josuke himself. But when it comes to the most unforgettable, one of Josuke's victories is simultaneously one of the most absurd, and one of the most violent to date.

]]> Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:04:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/jojos-bizarre-adventure-best-fight-josuke-karaiya/ With the rising popularity of anime in recent years, the question of what animation studios are the best has loomed large in some fans' minds. It has been common for fans to decide what to watch each new season by following certain studios whose works they have enjoyed previously. While this isn't necessarily a surefire indicator of quality, as oftentimes different teams of animators and directors work in the same company, certain studios have shown themselves to be a cut above the rest in terms of the anime they produce.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:01:37 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-studios/ There are few genres quite as engaging and captivating as mystery, which is why the best anime mystery series are also some of the medium's most memorable ones. While other shows may easily be enjoyed in a more passive manner, without requiring much attention, these typically require viewers to be truly invested and figure out the truth alongside the protagonists.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-mystery-series/ Warning: Spoilers for Pokémon Horizons, Episode 24Pokémon Horizons returned from break with a lot of new information for fans, but most tantalizing of all is the mention of a new area of the Pokémon world, an alleged Pokémon paradise. This paradise location was the ultimate goal of the Ancient Adventurer, Lucius, who has been teased as one of the strongest trainers in history.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:30:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/pokemon-horizons-teases-new-mysterious-region-rakua/ Warning: Spoilers for My Hero Academia Chapter #403, and the movie My Hero Academia: Heroes RisingOne of My Hero Academia's fallen heroes, Bakugo, is back on his feet, and not a moment too soon to help save All Might from a grisly fate. However, certain aspects of young Bakugo's sudden return to the battlefield have fans questioning if a key moment from the second My Hero Academia movie may well be canonical after all.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:31:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/my-hero-academia-bakugo-return-teases-tie-in-movie/ Since it is a story about pirates, One Piece also features a variety of awesome pirate ships. These ships often receive the same amount of detail and innovation that mangaka Eiichiro Oda puts into his character designs. This grants them a charm and flair that ships in other series don't have and makes ranking them based on coolness a meaningful task.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:34 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-coolest-ships/ Kaiju No. 8 is one of the most anticipated anime of 2024 and there is a lot of hype surrounding it. Based on the hit manga of the same title by Naoya Matsumoto, the series has more than 11 million copies in circulation and is one of Shonen Jump's most successful titles. It was thus easy to anticipate that the manga would receive an anime adaptation, and it is coming in Spring 2024.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/kaiju-no-8-release-story-news-trailer/ This post contains spoilders for Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Chapter #2.Boruto: Two Blue Vortex has brought major changes to the series' status quo, and its first chapters have already made a major character a lot less relevant. Up to now, Kawaki was a major player in the Boruto storyline, but he has already lost a lot of the spotlight in the first two chapters of Two Blue Vortex.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/boruto-part-2-blue-vortex-kawaki-left-behind/ While Kinoko Nasu is better known for the Fate series these days, fans shouldn't sleep on The Garden of Sinners, the story that prototyped his future fantasy works and is the perfect anime to watch during the Halloween season. Its 11 movie adaptations by ufotable - consisting of seven main ones and several spin-offs - also mark the beginning of a collaboration that would lead to them animating various Fate shows. With its grungy and dark mysteries, it is the perfect anime to watch for Halloween.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/garden-of-sinners-fate-creator-perfect-halloween-anime/ Warning! Contains MAJOR Spoilers for the Jujutsu Kaisen manga!!!

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-most-brutal-deaths/ After getting some much-needed time to relax in episode #1079, it looks like the Straw Hats may have to face a brand new threat in One Piece episode #1080. Coming so soon after defeating Kaido, this may mean the Straw Hats won't be able to do battle at peak efficiency. However, now that they have the newly liberated people of Wano on their side, that may not be an issue.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-new-episode-1080-release-date-time/ While the real-world legend of Super Saiyan 5 disappointingly proved to be non-canonical within the Dragon Ball saga, the seemingly godlike form was basically added to the series with Ultra Instinct. Though Goku's Ultra Instinct is officially its own line of transformation, a closer look reveals more than a few similarities to fan ideas about a potential Super Saiyan 5.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-super-saiyan-5-canon-manga/ A character's introduction in anime is one of the most important moments for that character as it sets the tone for how audiences will perceive that character. While some introductions are subtle or efficient, some of the best in anime history are also the funniest, instantly endearing audiences to that character.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/funniest-anime-character-introductions/ Recent events in One Piece following the conclusion of the Wano Arc have eliminated and added several key players to the final race towards Laugh Tale and Gol D. Roger's infamous treasure. More importantly, after spending a large portion of the series moving in the shadows, Shanks has also finally expressed his interest in the One Piece, raising the stakes even higher. However, who's closest to Laugh Tale and the treasure rests on where the fourth Road Poneglyph is and who finds it first.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 22:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-anime-laugh-tale-poneglyph/ When Dragon Ball fans think of Goku's training scene, King Kai's planet or the Hyperbolic Time Chamber likely stand out in their minds. Or, if they're limited to the original series, they associate it with Master Roshi's chore list for Goku and Krillin. In truth, the best moment is in chapters 87 to 90 of the original Dragon Ball manga by after Goku loses against the assassin Taopaipai, who mistakenly believes he killed the young Saiyan and leaves.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 21:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-dbz-super-best-goku-training-scene-anime/ Voice acting is one of the things that can truly make or break an animated project, the best voice acting moments in anime history are proof of that. Whether it’s in English, Japanese, or any other language, there is always a wide assortment of talented voice actors lending their skills to anime. While fans and critics tend to focus on art and animation in anime, if a series has truly impeccable voice acting, then that, too, can help take it to greater heights and make it stand far above its contemporaries.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:01:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-voice-acting-moments/ With the upcoming adaptations of fan-favorite shojo series like Suu Morishita's A Sign of Affection and Netflix's continuation of Kimi ni Todoke, shojo anime seems to be making a serious comeback. This is exciting news for fans of the demographic, which often seems to be overlooked by studios, as well as for general anime fans looking for new and underrated series to enjoy.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:31:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/shojo-anime-manga-comeback-fans-pay-attention/ In Jujutsu Kaisen 0, a prequel movie to the Jujutsu Kaisen anime, Yuta Okkotsu plays the role of protagonist in the absence of Yuji Itadori, but Yuta has not been properly introduced in the anime series. Despite being a prequel to the anime series, Jujutsu Kaisen 0 is based on the manga by Gege Akutami that was released first. After the initial success of Yuta's story in the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 manga, Akutami expanded the world into a weekly Shōnen Jump series, Jujutsu Kaisen, in which Yuji Itadori became the main protagonist. After the release of the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 film, fans of the anime may have been left wondering where Yuta Okkotsu is during the events of Jujutsu Kaisen's season 1.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:31:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-0-where-is-yuta-okkotsu-in-the-show/ Frieren: Beyond Journey's End episode #6 featured some of the best animation in the series so far, setting a high standard for episode #7 to meet. However, with all the care being put into the adaptation of this underrated series by Studio Madhouse, it will likely live up to those expectations. This is good especially since the series may feature a bit more action in its coming arc.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-new-episode-7-release/ Scary stories might not be the first thing fans think of when it comes to manhwa, but the best horror manhwa certainly deserve recognition. While the manhwa medium may not be nearly as popular or diverse as the more developed manga, it's certainly managed to make a name for itself through well-liked titles such as Solo Leveling and Tower of God. In terms of genres, it covers just about everything, with there being quite a few options to choose from when it comes to the best horror manhwa.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-horror-manhwa/ After a lot of fighting, Jujutsu Kaisen's latest episode ended on a great cliffhanger and hopefully Season 2 Episode #13 will give it a satisfying resolution. Based on how great the show's latest fights have been, this is almost guaranteed. In addition, a lot of manga readers have justifiably high expectations of this next fight so that Studio MAPPA may go all out for this next battle.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:31:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-season-2-new-episode-13-release-time/ Warning: Contains spoilers for Chapter #1095 of One Piece.While One Piece is no stranger to tragic backstories, the latest chapter has finally revealed Kuma's past and his story may be the most tragic one in the series to date. Chapter #1095 finally sheds some light on the nature of Kuma's race, the extent of his rather horrifying past, and how he may have gotten entangled with the Revolutionary Army.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-kuma-past-most-tragic-series-history/ The Bleach anime has quite a lot of filler arcs towards the end, which many fans didn't appreciate. However, these filler arcs can still be interesting sometimes--take, for example, the Reigai Uprising arc, which forced Soul Reapers to face off with the deadliest opponents: themselves.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/bleach-weirdest-anime-arc-soul-reapers/ As Dragon Ball continues with Dragon Ball Super, the series is bound to bring forward a few disappointing villains. Even the original Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z series aren't completely exempt from let-down threats. From Commander Red near the beginning of the series to the most recent antagonists, such as Gas in the Granolah arc, Dragon Ball occasionally lets down its fans.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-most-disappointing-villains/ Undead Unluck’s anime received a lot of attention from the moment it was announced, and sure enough, the premiere has garnered praise from fans and critics alike. Episode #2 kept that going with even more stellar action and animation, and that, in addition to how it moved the story forward, means that there’s a lot to look forward to with episode #3.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:01:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/undead-unluck-episode-3-release-date-time/ Throughout the Dragon Ball mythos, there is no shortage of creepy villains who threaten the lives of not only the Z-Fighters, but all life in the cosmos–though there is one villain from Dragon Ball GT who stands above the rest as the creepiest, despite the fact that he proved to be the exact opposite of another terrifying villain, Majin Buu.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:01:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-gt-baby-opposite-majin-buu-dbz/ While the platform is not immediately associated with the medium, Amazon Prime Video has available to stream some of the best anime ever made. Though its selection isn’t as extensive as other streaming services such as Crunchyroll or Funimation, it shouldn’t be discounted, and it makes up in terms of quality.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 23:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-watch-amazon-prime/ Warning: Contains spoilers for Shy episode #1.Crunchyroll’s new superhero anime SHY has only just started, but it already works to fix one of My Hero Academia’s biggest problems. SHY is set in a world where superheroes from across the world came together to prevent a Third World War, and ever since then, an era of peace has been established. In the present, Unilord, the leader of the world’s heroes, has called for the heroes to come together to face an emerging threat, and at the center of it all is, naturally, the titular protagonist of the anime, Japan’s hero, Shy.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 21:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/crunchyroll-shy-superhero-anime-fixes-my-hero-academia-problems/ Coming-of-age anime focus on the transition from childhood to adulthood, during which one inevitably faces a variety of changes and new feelings. Change is never easy to adjust to, especially when dealing with other external factors, such as new environments or peculiar situations that are hard to speak about, but it's not impossible either, and these shows realistically depict all facets of the process.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 20:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-coming-of-age-anime/ Yugi's iconic trust in the Heart of the Cards was the reason why he was the best duelist in Yu-Gi-Oh!, but a later protagonist in the franchise actually had a much more broken ability. Of course, many other duelists in the franchise have also had special abilities to aid them in their duels that Yugi never had access to. But what makes this specific ability so shocking is how much it was a straight upgrade to Yugi's already broken power.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/yugioh-zexal-shining-draw-heart-of-the-cards/ While Japanese anime has been around since the early twentieth century, 1980s anime represents the Golden Age for anime in the West. Indeed, it was during that decade when anime experienced a significant increase in popularity in the United States. With no established set of anime fandoms, the anime that "came over" ran the gamut of what was available in Japan, from saccharin-sweet romance to ultra-violent war stories.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:01:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-80s-anime-aged-well/ While one manga character in Jujutsu Kaisen may not have seemed like a big deal, their recent inclusion in the anime hints that they may have a bigger role in the story than fans thought. This is somewhat surprising given they haven't reappeared in the manga since their introduction hundreds of chapters ago, but it also finally justifies a scene that many fans had written off as complete filler.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-yuko-ozawa-important-anime-scene-manga/ Stunningly powerful in their respective universes, it's only natural for fans to wonder how Naruto's Baryon Mode stacks up against One Piece's Monkey D. Luffy and his Gear 5 abilities. Ever since the days of Super Saiyans and Sailor Moon, transformations and power-ups have become a staple part of shonen manga, but which of these modern greats deserves the crown?

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-luffy-gear-fifth-vs-naruto-baryon/ My Hero Academia's anime has now adapted almost every story arc in the manga, with only three left to go, but how do these anime arcs stack up against one another? With how long and varied the story has been, these arcs can be quite different from one another, making a strict ranking difficult. Still, it's possible to compare these arcs to one another and pull out reasons why some are better.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 15:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/every-my-hero-academia-arc-ranked/ Bug-type Pokémon are some of the most common to find early in a Pokémon game, but at least one early-route Bug-type is defying that common reputation to become an incredibly profitable Pokémon for smugglers in the anime. Vivillon, the Kalos region's equivalent of Butterfree, became a big focus for an episode, as it was at the center of a criminal get-rich-quick scheme.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/bug-pokemon-underrated-vivillon-darkness-smuggling/ Kenjiro Tsuda is an acclaimed anime voice actor best known for his many dark and passionate characters. While he has played characters in games, movies, radio, and theater, he's often best known for his many prominent roles in anime. Tsuda is an absolutely prolific actor in the world of anime, with a mountain of roles since his debut in 1995.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-characters-voice-actor-kenjiro-tsuda/ Warning: spoilers for One Piece manga #1094 Luffy's fellow Supernova, Jewelry Bonney, has proven why her Devil Fruit is among One Piece's most overpowered. With the manga diving deeper into One Piece's final saga, many of the series' most broken Devil Fruits are beginning to appear more often. Bonney's currently unnamed Devil Fruit is one of them because it can potentially defeat any opponent with one touch.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-1094-jewelry-bonney-devil-fruit-power/ Dragon Ball fans received the most anticipated anime news of the year during New York Comic Con, when a new series, Dragon Ball DAIMA, was announced as the next installment in the iconic franchise. Despite an exciting first teaser trailer, details are still scarce regarding the new anime, with fans wondering at what point in the timeline of the series it will take place, and if it will considered canon.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 12:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-daima-when-takes-place-super-timeline/ Anyone who has watched Neon Genesis Evangelion is familiar with the term "Human Instrumentality Project." What they're less likely to know is exactly what that means. It's clear that Instrumentality was a secret plan of some sort, but just what exactly was it, and did they achieve their goal?

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 11:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/neon-genesis-evangelion-what-is-instrumentality-explained/ While many fans may have a concrete idea of what the Shonen genre entails, one revolutionary Shonen Jump manga is challenging all of these perceptions. This manga is Akane-Banashi, written by Yuki Suenaga and drawn by Takamasa Moue, which is still relatively new being less than 2 years old. But in that short time it has already made a major impression on both readers and industry professionals alike, largely due to its refreshingly different approach to the genre.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:42:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/akane-banashione-new-manga-shonen-jump-series/ Though Dragon Ball's Goku is world-famous, the series was originally supposed to continue long after he was gone. After Goku's death, the series' creator had originally planned for Gohan to take over as Dragon Ball's main protagonist.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-goku-gohan-kill-replace-manga/ While everyone can appreciate a good intricate story with surprising twists and captivating action, sometimes one needs nothing but a wholesome anime, especially after a bad day. These are the types of shows that are guaranteed to make viewers forget about their worries and concerns, and take a moment to truly relax and remember how simple life can be.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 22:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-wholesome-anime-watch-bad-day/ Spy X Family balances a heartwarming familial relationship, an entertaining espionage story, and hilarious comedic moments into an anime that has become an instant classic. The balance between the series' spy action and family comedy is embodied by Spy X Family's best and most underrated character. Despite only making a few appearances so far, the aptly named Daybreak is the perfect reminder of what makes Spy X Family so special.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/spy-x-family-daybreak-anime-series-fresh/ The title of longest running anime is a surprisingly difficult question to answer, if only because there have been so very many anime that have hundreds of episodes that it's not immediately obvious. As long-running favorites such as One Piece and Case Closed (also known as Detective Conan) sail past the thousand-episode mark, viewers marvel at the staying power of anime. These are series that have been on the air for longer than some of their viewers have been alive, racking up episode counts into the hundreds or even thousands, to the point where it would take weeks to marathon just one of them.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:00:32 GMT https://screenrant.com/all-time-longest-running-anime/ Anime streaming service Crunchyroll announced at New York Comic Con today that it would be the home for the anime adaptation of hit manga series Kaiju No. 8, which was confirmed to be headed for screens in 2024. The acquisition announcement was revealed alongside a new trailer for the highly anticipated series, as well as a special message from the mangaka and series creator Naoya Matsumoto.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:00:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/kaiju-no-8-release-window-trailer-epic/ After nearly a year of speculation and rumors, the Go! Go! Loser Ranger! anime series has finally given a tentative premiere date. Judging from the buzz about the show from fans of Super Sentai anime like the Power Rangers, this series is one of the most anticipated anime debuts in recent memory.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:00:32 GMT https://screenrant.com/sentai-daishikkaku-loser-ranger-anime-trailer-release-date/ The Vision of Escaflowne is an underrated mech anime perfectly tailored to fans of isekai. Until Funimation successfully funded a Kickstarter campaign to re-release the series in 2016, Escaflowne seemed destined to go down in anime history as an underrated cult classic. However, Escaflowne is now more easily accessible than ever before, and it's the perfect time to discover this classic anime.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/vision-of-escaflowne-isekai-mech-anime-series/ Anime openings and endings serve as memorable book ends for their respective series. Endings in particular often get overlooked due to their placements, despite being works of art. However, there are plenty of anime endings that stand out from the crowd for a number of reasons.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-anime-ending-themes-2010s/ While anime can be many things, some of the best anime are also surprisingly educational. Whether it's history, science, or economics, thanks to anime, it's possible to learn some cool things from unexpected sources. The best of these educational anime combine the writers' knowledge with a compelling story. It's possible to learn new things while watching anime just to be entertained.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:31:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/most-surprising-anime-educational-taught/ Though Naruto is renowned for failing its female characters overall, Sakura still manages to be an incredible hero despite being misunderstood by many in the fanbase. Part of the problem is how Sakura is obsessed with Sasuke despite his consistent disdain for her. Other misconceptions derive from a disconnect with how much significance the series actually puts into her powers. They're more than just techniques for the sake of techniques. Like the most effective series in shonen, Naruto infuses them with effective metaphors that explore more aspects of who she is, proving that Sakura is a highly underrated character.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/naruto-sakura-most-misunderstood-character/ Team Rocket are the eternal adversaries in the Pokémon anime, but it's only in the XY era that Team Rocket actually felt like a real threat, and it's all thanks to the enhanced technology that they had at their disposal. While earlier eras of Team Rocket often utilized massive machines and mecha to obtain their goals, the devices that XY's versions had on hand were much sleeker and less obvious, making them even more dangerous as a result.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-pokemon-era-proved-team-rocket-scary-xy/ The One Piece anime has brought to life Luffy's most powerful transformation, Gear 5, during the battle against Kaido, among much fanfare, but it actually went beyond that, introducing new powerful Gear 5 attacks that were not in the original manga.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:00:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-luffy-gear-5-stronger-anime-manga/ After a hilariously shocking conclusion to episode #2, fans are waiting for The Eminence in Shadow Season 2 episode #3 to hopefully clear up where exactly the story will go from here. After all, while the show is rife with isekai tropes taken to the extreme, it can be surprisingly unpredictable when it wants to be. This quality elevates both its action and its humor and is part of what makes it so addictive to watch, as The Eminence in Shadow's grand return has reminded viewers in the season's initial episodes.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:01:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/eminence-in-shadow-season-2-new-episode-3-release-time/ The medium of anime has some of the best stories that horror has to offer. Horror has become one of the most well-regarded genres among fans for its unique stories that investigate the primal instinct of fear. Whether they're clever explorations of the psyche or a simple story of survival against a masked killer, horror has survived for years for the thrills it has created for fans.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:01:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-horror-anime/ Jujutsu Kaisen is a darker take on shonen, known for the intensity behind its action scenes accompanied by a story that only seems to get darker as it continues. In spite of this, there are a surprising amount of scenes in the series that audiences are likely to find amusing. These scenes often contrast against the more serious nature of the surrounding plot, but also help balance it out.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 22:00:35 GMT https://screenrant.com/funniest-jujutsu-kaisen-moments/ Jiraiya's death in Naruto: Shippūden was one of the most shocking moments, with the episode it happened in being a major series highlight. Alongside Jiraiya's former teammates Lady Tsunade and Orochimaru, Jiraiya was one of the "Legendary Great Three Students of the God Shinobi." Unfortunately, Jiraiya is also one of the few Naruto characters to die and not be fully resurrected, making his death sting all the more.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:00:40 GMT https://screenrant.com/naruto-shippuden-show-jiraiya-death-episode/ Vegeta, the prince of all Saiyans, has often played second fiddle to the beloved Goku in Dragon Ball and that's generally reflected with his transformations. The genocidal villain-turned-anti-hero has just as many fans, if not more, than the main character himself. While Vegeta has seemingly never been able to overcome his eternal rival in raw power, he has never given up, nor forgotten who he is, and where he came from.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:00:56 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-every-vegeta-transformation-ranked-weakest-strongest/ A common issue that both new and veteran anime fans may encounter is trying to identify the best place to watch anime online. Given just how many different options there are, including popular platforms such as Crunchyroll and Netflix, it may be difficult to assess which of them best suits one's personal needs and wants, or just how different they are to each other.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:01:35 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-places-to-watch-anime-online/ A new Dragon Ball anime titled Dragon Ball Daima was announced at this year's New York Comic-Con. After years of waiting for a new Dragon Ball anime, fans were eagerly anticipating this year's Dragon Ball panel at New York Comic-Con. Luckily for fans, the panel didn't disappoint as a new series was indeed announced.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:20:15 GMT https://screenrant.com/dragon-ball-daima-new-anime-new-york-comic-con/ The My Hero Academia franchise has been massively popular, almost since its debut as a manga in 2014, and that popularity has led to several movies being released. Unlike many other anime franchises, which tend to relegate their movies to non-canonical status, there's good reason to think that My Hero Academia's movies have been brought into the series' canon, with characters from the films appearing in the manga, albeit mostly in brief cameo form. That makes it a little more important than usual for My Hero Academia fans to stay caught up on the series' films, which isn't always an easy task in the modern, fragmented streaming marketplace.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:00:33 GMT https://screenrant.com/every-my-hero-academia-movie-in-order-best-way-watch/ Shonen Jump's newest series, Kagurabachi has become an overnight sensation, and its success proves the manga industry has changed forever. Within mere weeks of Kagurabachi's release, the series is bewitching readers, particularly those outside of Japan, proving that the manga industry is changing in significant ways.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/kagurabachi-success-shueisha-editor-comment-manga-popular-west/ Warning: Spoilers for Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War, Episode #24Episode #24 of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War opened with a brand-new scene that was not present in the manga, offering viewers their first glimpse at Yhwach's true motives and his past, something that remained largely unexplored in the manga, giving fans yet another reason to watch this new anime adaptation.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:33 GMT https://screenrant.com/bleach-thousand-year-blood-war-tybw-new-yhwach-flashback/ Ash's Froakie stands out as one of his strongest Pokémon once it evolves into Greninja, but it was actually a pretty difficult opponent as a Froakie, too, thanks to one special technique known as "Frubbles." The "Frubbles," presumably short for "Froakie Bubbles," are a special substance that Froakie secretes from its neck, and while they're not a move in the games, they quickly became Ash's secret weapon.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/ash-strongest-pokemon-froakie-frubbles-move-break-games/ Streaming service Crunchyroll announced that it has launched a traditional TV channel for a variety of channel networks. The move seems to be a safe bet to garner greater attention to Crunchyroll with a variety of older, English-dubbed shows. Online streaming will likely remain the priority by getting the premium and latest shows first.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:30:37 GMT https://screenrant.com/crunchyroll-channel-anime-broadcast-all-day/ One Piece has continually outdone itself in terms of storytelling and animation, however, the Wano Arc has seen the series reach a new peak with some of the best scenes in the last two decades of its run-time. From heart-wrenching deaths to shocking betrayals and some of the best action sequences in the series so far, the Wano Arc as seen in the anime has it all with the perfect balance of content that enriches the story far beyond the source material.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:32 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-scenes-in-one-pieces-wano-arc/ Crunchyroll is one of the best places to stream anime online, and that includes some of the best science fiction anime ever made. From retro classics to currently airing series, Crunchyroll's library of Sci-Fi anime contains some can't-miss series that any fan of anime or science fiction should check out.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 23:01:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-sci-fi-anime-crunchyroll/ She was one of the many casualties of the Paranormal Liberation War, but how did the series handle Midnight's My Hero Academia death? Created by Kōhei Horikoshi, My Hero Academia is a manga and anime series set in a world in which most of the human population has superpowers known as “quirks,” resulting in the creation of superheroes and villains. Young wannabe superheroes are required to undergo training at hero academies, one of which is an elite institution called U.A. High School.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/my-hero-academia-show-midnight-death/ Since 1999, the most powerful Naruto characters featured in over 70 manga volumes and 700+ animated television episodes. Over the course of two decades, creator Masashi Kishimoto introduced fans to many memorable characters. Some of these characters were goofy and endearing, while others were incredibly threatening – and they all had various levels of powers and abilities. Discerning a Naruto power ranking is no easy task. With a range of abilities and different strengths, it is hard to determine precisely whether one character was more capable in battle than another.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 20:01:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/naruto-most-powerful-strong-chakra-characters-ranked/ Warning: Contains spoilers for The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You episode #1.The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You is the latest romcom anime to come to Crunchyroll, and it’s already fixing one of the biggest clichés in all of anime: the harem. Many anime feature harems insofar as having multiple girls pining after the protagonist and trying to win his affection. Despite the premise, however, The 100 Girlfriends puts a fresh new spin on it.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 19:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/crunchyroll-100-girlfriends-fixes-anime-harem-cliches/ With the abundance of anime that became available outside Japan in the 1990s, it's no wonder the period is considered the breakout decade for anime in the West. From superhero-like magical girls to space cowboys to hip-jazz soundtracks, the anime of the 1990s created many of the themes, styles, and trends that now dominate the industry.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-90s-anime-aged-well/ Warning! Contains spoilers for Season 2 episode #11 of Jujutsu Kaisen!

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-brings-back-toji-fushiguro/ While Naruto often gets called out for its lackluster inclusion of women in the central plot points of the story, surprisingly some of its strongest characters are females. Moreover, unlike their male counterparts, when this group of exceptional women is given an opportunity to prove themselves, they rarely falter.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:01:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/strongest-female-characters-in-naruto/ The latest chapter of Weekly Shonen Jump's new hit Kagurabachi has finally explained Chihiro's mysterious powers, particularly 'Red' and 'Black' which have seized the spotlight more prominently against his newest opponent. In fact, Chihiro's powers may be even more lethal than the series may have led fans to believe.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/chihiro-powers-kagurabachi-explained-black-red-katana-goldfish/ The Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War season 2 finale put Squad 0, the strongest Soul Reapers in all of Soul Society, in the spotlight, and here’s a breakdown of all of their powers. Also known as the Royal Guard, Squad 0 consists of the five Soul Reapers tasked with guarding the Soul King. The members of Squad 0 were chosen for creating something fundamental to Soul Society. They’re also the most powerful Soul Reapers in the setting, their combined power surpassing the entirety of the Thirteen Court Guards; the anime further reinforced that by revealing that the members of Squad 0 have to place a seal on their powers because fighting at full strength would destroy the three realms of Bleach’s universe.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/bleach-thousand-year-blood-war-squad-zero-powers-explained/ Since its debut in 2022, Spy x Family has been one of the most popular titles in the anime world. One of the reasons it is so popular is its ability to attract a broad spectrum of fans including men and women, young and old, otaku and new anime fans. Indeed, its fan base gives it a unique appeal that few other spy anime have achieved. Nevertheless, there are a lot of good spy anime out there that Spy x Family fans will enjoy.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-spy-anime-like-spy-x-family/ The Pokémon anime has spawned a huge number of movies, with 23 unique films released over the years starring Ash Ketchum and his various friends, mostly confronting legendary Pokémon and those who want to abuse their power. The Pokémon anime series starring Ash ran from 1997 to 2023, with movies released yearly from 1998 to 2020, typically in the summer. Not all of these films saw theatrical releases in the US, but all have premiered in English at some point. Pokémon movie releases are often a big event for fans, as the movie itself is usually accompanied by distributions of rare Pokémon featured in the film to players of the games.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/every-pokemon-movie-in-order-best-way-watch-how/ After a cathartic episode that brought many of Wano's plot threads to a satisfying end, One Piece will be taking a short break before releasing episode #1079. This isn't anything new for the Wano arc as the series had taken multiple breaks before this point to deliver some truly incredible fight scenes. However, this time the break probably isn't an indication of exciting Sakuga to come.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/one-piece-new-episode-1079-release-date-time/ Dragon Ball is a long-running series, and the characters have aged with the series, so fans may be wondering just how old the main cast is by the time the sequel Dragon Ball Super comes around. Dragon Ball was one of the first series to depict its characters aging as the series progressed, creating the inevitable issue of audiences attempting to determine how old those characters are at any given point. Super is intended to fill the gap between the defeat of Majin Buu and the last episode of Dragon Ball Z which takes place 10 years after and ends with Goku departing to train with Uub.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-old-is-cast-of-dragon-ball-in-super/ In association with the film's Japanese production company Toei Animation, North American distributor Fathom Events has announced a US theatrical run for the new Digimon anime movie, Digimon Adventure 02: The Beginning.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/digimon-02-reboot-movie-us-release-date/ It's no exaggeration to say that some of the best anime feature strong female characters. Anime is an incredibly diverse media that has something for everyone. Whether the audience is looking for an action-packed, battle-oriented story with larger-than-life characters who possess all kinds of cool powers, or a down-to-Earth, heartwarming tale of everyday life with a relatable cast of characters, there's a whole list of anime to choose from.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:07:36 GMT https://screenrant.com/great-anime-female-protagonists-woman-led/ Ash Ketchum was on his Pokémon journey for twenty-five years. He's been to eight different regions, befriending and catching all kinds of Pokémon on his way to become a Pokémon Master. Competitive and relentless, Ash has also participated in numerous championships, often placing among the Top 10 and nearly reaching victory twice. It takes seven tries before he becomes a regional League Champion, though.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:15:58 GMT https://screenrant.com/pokemon-ash-every-league-championship/ Few anime tropes are as beloved as the sword master, naturally leading to the most powerful swords in anime being cherished relics. These ridiculously strong blades stand out above other fictional weapons and have earned their place as some of anime's most iconic weapons ever.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/most-powerful-anime-swords/ With the number of manga hits Shueisha's Shonen Jump generates month after month, it's easy to forget that it's just one in a number of publishers creating content for the thriving, ever-growing manga market. Indeed, there are two other major publishers - Kodansha and Shogakukan - that consistently produce excellent, if less celebrated, manga stories that are every bit as good as Jump's best.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:10:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/10-best-manga-not-shonen-jump-kodansha-shogakukan/ After a nice cliffhanger in episode #5, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End fans are anxiously awaiting the release of episode #6. Episode #6 will likely also be notable for potentially causing a major shift in the dynamics of Frieren's party. It remains to be seen how this major change will affect the show, but given Frieren: Beyond Journey's End's quality of writing so far, the new fantasy anime sensation will likely make it work.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/frieren-beyond-journeys-end-new-episode-6-release/ While the fantasy genre may be quite common, given the medium's ability to immerse and transport viewers to any world, no matter how mythical, dark fantasy anime are unfortunately not nearly as widespread. Everyone knows the best fantasy anime, but few of these could be said to be truly dark, leaving viewers who prefer a more cynical and mature story dissatisfied.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-dark-fantasy-anime/ After an action packed episode #11, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episode #12 will likely continue to kick the Shibuya Incident into higher gears, especially given the shocking appearance of a character fans assumed wasn't going to show up again. Despite this, there are so many moving parts to the Shibuya Incident that episode #12 may focus on some other characters entirely.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-season-2-new-episode-12-release-time/ Many of the strongest anime characters have elemental powers, such as control over fire or water, but one of the most underrated of these is the power over plants. The traditional Japanese elements are earth, water, fire, wind, and void (the concept of pure, quintessential energy), all of which are derived from Buddhist beliefs about the natural world. The qualities associated with each element originally applied to styles of martial arts and came to extend to representations of superpowered characters’ personalities as well. Once viewers know what they are looking for, they will see it in many media including plenty of the best shounen anime.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:40:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/strongest-anime-characters-plant-powers/ Warning: spoilers for Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden series

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:00:32 GMT https://screenrant.com/naruto-rinnegan-explained-madara-powers/ In My Hero Academia, the main characters are all training to answer the question: who is the top Pro Hero of them all? They dream of being the best of the best and fighting for the top spot as the Number One Hero. In My Hero Academia's hero society world, that ranking is definitively decided by the Hero Billboard Chart JP.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:00:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/my-hero-academia-top-10-pro-heroes/ Yamcha has become one of the biggest running jokes in the entire Dragon Ball franchise, but most fans miss that he is actually playing an incredibly important role in the series. While he started as a valiant warrior, Yamcha is generally regarded as having the biggest fall from grace of any Dragon Ball character: he was constantly overshadowed by Goku, unceremoniously blown up by a minor minion in Dragon Ball Z, and his girlfriend ended up marrying Vegeta. However, all this suffering and humiliation has been for a greater purpose.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:31:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/yamcha-dragon-ball-strong-more-important-fans-think/ Pokémon's Team Rocket are always after riches and believe stealing Pikachu will be their ticket to wealth, but they constantly ignore the actual moneymaker that's already a member of their ranks: Meowth. Meowth's ability to talk makes it one of the rarest Pokémon seen in the series, and the applications of that ability are so numerous that it's a wonder they never tried to make it work.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/team-rocket-riches-under-their-noses-meowth/ Warning: Spoilers For One Piece chapter #1094Luffy delivered an epic new Gear 5 attack that might have finally avenged the worst loss that the Straw Hats suffered in One Piece. Egghead Island has given Luffy's new form a couple of worthy opponents to clash against, but chapter #1094 of One Piece saw one of the World Government's most powerful pawns, Admiral Kizaru, punished for what he did to Luffy's crew on the Sabaody Archipelago.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/onoe-piece-1094-luffy-gear-5-star-gun-kizaru/ SHY episode #3 will continue showcasing the strength and uniqueness of this hot new superhero anime show. SHY is one of the latest anime to come out in the fall 2023 season, and it’s already shaping up to be one of the biggest hits of the season. Episode #2 was an excellent showing of the series' strengths, and as such, here’s everything to know about episode #3’s release schedule.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 12:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/shy-episode-3-release-date-time/ In the upcoming Netflix anime Delicious in Dungeon, dark fantasy, high adventure, gourmet cooking, and a splash of humor come together like a perfect pot of stew, and judging by the reception of the original manga, the streaming giant might have another hit in its growing stable of exceptional animated series.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:00:50 GMT https://screenrant.com/delicious-in-dungeon-release-story-news-trailer/ My Hero Academia is already well on its way to ending, but there are still a few things the series needs to do before it's over. Given mangaka Kohei Horikoshi has already wrapped up a couple of dangling plot threads like these, hopefully, this indicates he has plans for the threads on this list as well. If he doesn't, that would make the series a lot less satisfying.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 21:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/biggest-things-hero-academia-needs-before-ending/ While Naruto's world boasts a variety of different shinobi villages, each with its own characteristics and political situation, most of them remain largely unexplored, with the action mainly taking place in and around the Hidden Leaf Village, the eponymous protagonist's birthplace. As such, it is no wonder that many areas receive less recognition than they deserve, including the Village Hidden Among Stars, Hoshigakure, seen in the Star Guard Mission arc.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/naruto-underrated-hoshigakure-village-star-guard-best-filler/ The hilarious isekai The Eminence in Shadow has proven how great its protagonist Cid is with one great joke. This is a perfect reminder of how great Cid's character is for fans who may have forgotten during the break between seasons. After the season 2 premiere, they won't forget his character's brilliance any time soon.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 18:01:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/the-eminence-in-shadow-cid-joke-chaotic/ Fall 2023 has arrived and with it comes a slew of great anime to stream. From sequels of popular series to completely new stories, this season provides fans with a range of old comforts and exciting new adventures. While tastes may vary, certain shows are airing this fall that every anime fan should watch.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-new-anime-stream-fall-2023/ Warning! Contains spoilers for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 episode #11!Jujutsu Kaisen is no stranger to disturbing imagery, but one episode of Season 2 has completely pushed the boundary on what's acceptable to show in a Shonen anime. It perhaps shouldn't be surprising that a show as dark as Jujutsu Kaisen would push the envelope when it comes to horror and gore. However, it is hard not to be shocked when watching the scene in question given how gruesome it is.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/jujutsu-kaisen-episode-11-awasaka-scene-gore-heads/ Attack on Titan is set to release a new chapter for the manga, and that could work to fix the series’ controversial ending. On April 30, 2024, the new artbook Attack on Titan FLY will feature a short story by Hajime Isayama dubbed Attack on Titan volume #35. This will be the first official content from Isayama in three years, so suffice to say, it warrants a lot of attention.

]]> Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/attack-on-titan-new-chapter-volume-35-fix-ending/