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After 38 Years, Dragon Ball's Next Anime Will Finally Return Yamcha To His Badass Roots

J.R. Waugh — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:30:22 GMT

It's easy to pinpoint Son Goku as the central plot-armor-bearing protagonist and poster-child of the Dragon Ballfranchise, but that has never stopped creator Akira Toriyama and others from putting the spotlight on other characters. The series may have let much of the Dragon Team roster fall by the wayside even around the early arcs of Dragon Ball Z, but other mainstays like former villains Piccolo and Vegeta have continuously found great moments to shine, with Son Gohan even momentarily stealing the show entirely. But one character who became a joke for decades in his first shot at glory was Earth's very own Yamcha.

Chainsaw Man Creator's First Big Live-Action Adaptation, Look Back, Drops First Preview

J.R. Waugh — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:05:21 GMT

Despite already having his most iconic manga turned into a blockbuster anime film last year, Tatsuki Fujimoto's work is the talk of the town as his adaptations continue to hit cinemas. Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc was certainly everything fans hoped it would be, but a lingering topic on the minds of his audiences continues to be his more deeply personal, semi-autobiographic allegory in Look Back. Adapted first into an anime movie from its Shonen Jump+ one-shot manga, Look Back had also recently confirmed its K2 Pictures live-action film coming in 2026. Now, the latest glimpse has arrived.

Daemons of the Shadow Realm Is Officially Coming To Netflix

Hannah Diffey — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:16:01 GMT

For many anime fans, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood is still the gold standard of the medium. Its blend of emotional storytelling, memorable characters, complex world-building, and stunning action has kept it at the top of countless rankings for more than a decade. Now, the series that many viewers consider its spiritual successor is about to reach an even larger audience.

A Free Anime Streaming Service Just Stole My Hero Academia From Crunchyroll

Hannah Diffey — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:36:46 GMT

For years, watching My Hero Academia legally has largely meant turning to Crunchyroll. As one of the biggest shōnen anime franchises of the last decade, the superhero saga has become one of the streaming giant’s most recognizable titles. Now, however, a new free platform is giving North American fans another way to revisit the series without paying a subscription fee.

Blue Lock Season 3 Confirmed Alongside New Movie

Hannah Diffey — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:43:51 GMT

With the FIFA World Cup only days away, Blue Lock just released one of its biggest announcements yet. During Japan’s annual “Blue Lock Day” celebration on June 9, the hit soccer anime officially revealed the title of its highly anticipated third season, titled Blue Lock NEO EGOIST LEAGUE. The announcement, via a press release, arrived alongside new promotional material, character reveals, and a special commemorative movie for fans.

Solo Leveling Has Officially Lost Its Throne As The World's Biggest Manhwa To An All-Time Great

Merlyn De Souza — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:30:21 GMT

Even though Solo Leveling's manhwa itself has long wrapped up, until a few months ago, fans of the series had found pleasant company in its sequel, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok. Set in the same familiar universe with a fresh, compelling protagonist in Jinwoo's son, Suho, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok's manhwa was an instant success.

10 GL Anime You Don't Want to Miss

Hannah Diffey — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:23 GMT

Girls' Love anime has expanded far beyond simple romance stories. The genre now includes everything from science fiction and fantasy adventures to emotionally complex coming-of-age dramas. Whether set in elite academies, magical kingdoms, or futuristic battlefields, these series explore relationships between women with remarkable depth and creativity.

Dragon Ball Meets One-Punch Man In 2026's Most Underrated Action Anime

J.R. Waugh — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:59:11 GMT

For much of the world's anime-viewing population, little exists to match the hype and iconic status of the Dragon Ball franchise. After all, Akira Toriyama's creation shaped the future of shonen as fans knew it, mixing humor and spectacular battles between its heroes and increasingly outlandish nemeses. But even with the franchise's pinnacle in Dragon Ball Z concluding in 1996, over 19 years later, the Madhouse adaptation of One-Punch Man captured the spectacle of Toriyama's franchise at its height, mixing in a healthy amount of its own genre parodies. The downside is, even future One-Punch Man seasons would fail to meet the legacy of season 1.

10 Incredible Isekai Anime Where the Underdog Hero Becomes Overpowered

Vanessa Piña — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:30:54 GMT

Isekai anime has gained popularity for presenting escapist stories where many protagonists are blessed with godlike powers upon arriving in a new world. However, the best isekai anime with underdog protagonists not only features characters who start in the most unfavorable circumstances imaginable but also those who have to fight tooth and nail to survive or become strong.

10 Greatest Shonen Anime Every Fan Needs to Watch At Least Once

Casandra Ronning — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:00:22 GMT

Shōnen anime stands out as the dominant force in the industry and has been one for decades. While it’s a demographic that targets young males, it often has universal appeal, allowing its stories to draw in global attention across a broad range of audiences. From exciting action-oriented series to cozy fantasy to cult classic psychological thrillers, shōnen covers a broad range of genres that offer something for everyone.