Last Updated: We last updated this list with new summer anime on June 30th, 2025.
Summary:
- Summer 2025 brings unforgettable sequels, emotional finales, and exciting new adaptations for every anime genre.
- Lord of the Mysteries and Dandadan headline a season full of action, romance, and mystery.
- With returning favorites and rising newcomers, this anime season offers something fresh for every kind of fan.
The Summer 2025 anime season is packed with new sequels, finales, and adaptations that fans have been waiting for. From sci-fi-powered finales and comedy returns to supernatural thrillers and action-packed adventures, there’s something for every anime fan this season. Whether you are a rom-com, steampunk, or monster-hunting epic fan, there’s no shortage of unforgettable content. Here are the 10 anime of Summer 2025 that you should definitely watch this season.
Note: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc are not included, as both are scheduled to release in September.
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10. Call of the Night Season 2
- IMDb rating: 7.4/10
- MAL rating: 7.95/10
- Release Date: July 4, 2025
- Where to Watch: HIDIVE, Prime Video, Netflix
Ko and Nazuna’s nighttime adventures continue in Season 2. As Ko continues to fall in love with Nazuna for becoming a vampire, a new character, someone from his past, may create some problems.
Season 2 promises to explore further into supernatural romance, emotional confusion, and mysterious characters. The return will be just as hauntingly addictive as the first season, and to add a cherry on top, Creepy Nuts will return with another banger opening theme for this anime.
9. The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
- IMDb rating: 7.4/10
- MAL rating: 7.95/10
- Release Date: July 5, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Based on Saka Mikami’s manga, this school romantic drama follows Rintaro of Chidori High and Kaoruko of rival Kikyo High. Their fateful encounter at a family patisserie sets off a slow-burning connection clouded by school rivalry.
Through cultural differences and misunderstandings, their sweet-natured bond deepens. This anime promises heartwarming storytelling, stunning slice-of-life animation, and a classic tale of love transcending boundaries, making it one of the season’s most emotionally resonant titles.
8. Gachiakuta
- IMDb rating: N/A
- MAL rating: N/A
- Release Date: July 6, 2025
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll
Studio Bones brings Kei Urana’s breakout manga to life in what may be the next shonen hit. Gachiakuta is the story of Rudo, a boy tossed into a trash-ridden pit after being framed for murder.
He discovers strange powers and joins the Cleaners, rebels who fight against systemic corruption and mutated monsters. Urana has also previously worked as an assistant for Atsushi Ohkubo in the Fire Force manga. After acknowledging his work, Ohkubo even named him as his successor.
7. Dr. Stone: Science Future Part 2
- IMDb rating: 8.1/10
- MAL rating: 8.26/10
- Release Date: July 10, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix, Crunchyroll, Hulu
The final stretch of Dr. Stone arrives as Senku’s journey heads toward its thrilling conclusion. After discovering a mad scientist in North America, the crew heads to South America to uncover the truth of the petrification.
Blending education and high-stakes adventure, Dr. Stone delivers one last science-fueled sprint that longtime fans and newcomers will appreciate. It’s time to say goodbye to one of the most uniquely intellectual anime of modern shonen.
6. Grand Blue Dreaming Season 2
- IMDb rating: 7.8/10
- MAL rating: 8.44/10
- Release Date: July 8, 2025
- Where to Watch: Crunchyroll, Prime Video
After seven years of waiting, Grand Blue is finally back with its long-awaited second season. This season will feature Iori Kitahara’s new adventures with his friends in the sunny seaside town of Izu.
Look forward to more absurd humor, ridiculous antics, and scuba mishaps as the Izu crew comes back for another batch of chaos. Adapted from Kenji Inoue’s popular manga, this season is one that fans of comedy anime have been eagerly awaiting ever since the first season ended.
5. Sakamoto Days Season 1 Part 2
- IMDb rating: 7.4/10
- MAL rating: 7.58/10
- Release Date: July 14, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Sakamoto’s peaceful life takes a darker turn in Part 2 as his deadly past returns to haunt him. The new cour adapts the Death Row Prisoners and JCC Transfer Exams arcs, with higher stakes and more intense action.
This season will offer deeper insight into Sakamoto’s past and introduce new characters, including Slur. Despite Season 1 receiving a modest reception, fans are now hyped for the next season.
4. Kaiju No. 8 Season 2
- IMDb rating: 8.3/10
- MAL rating: 8.28/10
- Release Date: July 19, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix, Crunchyroll, Prime Video
Kaiju No. 8 continues the action-packed adventures of Kafka Hibino, the human-Kaiju hybrid. Season 2 continues the intensity of Season 1, with the Kaiju Weapon and Compatible User arcs.
The upgraded animation brings more thrilling battles as Kafka and the Defense Force fight even more deadly monsters, including Kaiju No. 9. With the manga almost at its finale, now is the perfect time to become engaged with one of shonen’s freshest stories.
3. My Dress-Up Darling Season 2
- IMDb rating: 7.9/10
- MAL rating: 8.15/10
- Release Date: July 6, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix, Crunchyroll, Prime Video
Wakana Gojou and Marin Kitagawa return to explore the next stage of their romance, awkward moments, heartfelt confessions, and their shared passion for cosplay as their romance slowly blossoms. Season 2 expands creative depth to the next level with more elaborate costume design, cosplay events, and introduces new characters.
CloverWorks’ beautiful visuals bring each emotional and artistic moment to life. If wholesome, romantic, and visually stunning anime is your thing, My Dress-Up Darling remains the best recommendation this season.
2. Lord of the Mysteries
- IMDb rating: 9.2/10
- MAL rating: 8.77/10
- Release Date: June 28, 2025
- Where to Watch: Muse Asia, Crunchyroll, Tencent Video / WeTV
Adapted from the bestselling Chinese web novel Guǐmì Zhī Zhǔ, Lord of the Mysteries is a Victorian steampunk epic featuring Lovecraftian horror and arcane secrets.
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Zhou Mingrui wakes up to find himself in the body of Klein Moretti in a world where steam-powered machines are part of everyday life. With its already acclaimed story, this anime is set to be one of the best anime of 2025.
1. Dandadan Season 2
- IMDb rating: 8.4/10
- MAL rating: 8.5/10
- Release Date: July 4, 2025
- Where to Watch: Netflix, Crunchyroll, Prime Video
Dandadan returns with even crazier supernatural antics. Momo and Okarun are back, investigating weird paranormal activities while deepening their blossoming relationship.
Season 2 introduces the Cursed House and Evil Eye arcs with new characters and spooky new mysteries. The Science Saru animation looks smoother than ever. In a mix of spirits, aliens, action, and comedy, Dandadan Season 2 is another wild ride that fans of unconventional shonen cannot afford to miss.
Additional Anime to Keep on Your Watchlist
While most of Summer 2025’s lineup is filled with hits, a handful of other titles are also worth your attention. Though under the radar, these anime are full of mystery, emotion, and entertainment.
The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 4: Naofumi’s journey continues with him facing more challenges and political upheaval in another exciting season.
Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus: This heartwarming sequel explores Sakuta’s bittersweet Christmas memories of the past and the return of fan-favorite characters.
The Summer Hikaru Died: A supernatural horror drama series about possession, friendship, and eerie village secrets will be streaming on Netflix from July 6.
Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 4: Kazuya and Chizuru’s problematic relationship hits new highs and lows in this continuation of the controversial but beloved rom-com.
City: The Animation: A goofy and chaotic slice-of-life anime with plenty of slapstick humor and cheerful characters, perfect for those who like light-hearted fun.
Whether you’re here for the romance, horror, or the slice-of-life chaos, these bonus recommendations complete one of the richest anime seasons in years.
Final Thoughts
Summer 2025 is shaping up as one of the strongest anime seasons ever. With long-awaited sequels, melodramatic romances, and groundbreaking adaptations, this lineup has something for everyone.
Whether you’re laughing your way through Grand Blue, uncovering cosmic secrets in Lord of the Mysteries, or weeping your way through My Dress-Up Darling, now is the time to refresh your watchlist.
