Autumn is here, and with it, an avalanche of new anime! It’s always a delightful challenge to keep up with everything, from returning fan favorites and legendary series making their grand exits to fresh new shows vying for our attention in a packed anime landscape. While some ongoing hits like One Piece will continue to deliver new episodes throughout the coming months, other popular series like Dan Da Dan have just concluded, clearing the way for this exciting new wave of anime.
If you’re limiting yourself to just one anime streaming service, especially if you crave the widest selection available almost immediately after Japanese broadcasts, Crunchyroll remains the top contender. Although rivals like Netflix are stepping up with their own impressive titles and simulcasts, Crunchyroll proudly holds its crown as the ultimate destination for anime streaming. That’s why we’ve meticulously compiled a breakdown of every anime Crunchyroll will be simulcasting this October, giving you a head start on the new anime season.
Top Picks for the Fall Anime Season on Crunchyroll
My Hero Academia Final Season
Premieres October 4
After nearly a decade, My Hero Academia is finally reaching its grand finale! Prepare for the epic conclusion of the battle between good and evil, specifically between All For One and One For All. The past few seasons have showcased the series at its absolute peak, as you can read more about in our review of season 6. Anticipate breathtaking action that only Bones Studio can deliver, alongside profound emotional moments as we approach the end of Kohei Horikoshi’s beloved manga and the compelling journey of Izuku Midoriya.
Spy x Family Season 3
Premieres October 4
Spy x Family offers pure comfort viewing—a delightful family sitcom with an extra dose of espionage and assassinations! While Season 2 had a few quieter moments, the CODE White film was packed with laughter and unforgettable scenes, brilliantly highlighting the unique family dynamics and chaotic fun. Season 3 promises to adapt some highly anticipated fan-favorite arcs from Tatsuya Endo’s manga, including more glimpses into the intriguing backstory of expert spy Loid Forger. No matter what twists and turns the story takes, you can always count on plenty of adorable Anya moments!
To Your Eternity Season 3
Premieres October 4
Prepare your tissues! One of the most emotionally resonant anime of recent years is making its return. This poignant series follows an enigmatic orb sent to Earth, tasked with learning about humanity and its purpose. It gradually takes on various forms, eventually becoming a young boy named Fushi. The new season picks up after the massive battle in Renril, as Fushi awakens in the modern world and delves deeper into understanding his creator’s true intentions.
Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill Season 2
Premieres October 7
While there’s no shortage of fantasy anime about being whisked away to another world, or even anime focused on cooking, Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill carves out its own cozy niche. It’s a wonderfully chill slice-of-life series that celebrates companionship and the power of food to bring people together. The story centers on an ordinary office worker suddenly summoned to a magical realm. With his extraordinary cooking talents, he decides to embrace his new life, forge friendships, and create a host of deliciously bizarre new recipes.
Gnosia
Premieres October 11
Inspired by the 2019 visual novel for the PlayStation Vita, Gnosia is essentially “Among Us: The Anime”—even as a separate animated series for Among Us is in the works! The show unfolds on a spaceship adrift in the vastness of space. The crew quickly descends into suspicion as an alien entity, the Gnosia, infiltrates their ranks by taking on human form and begins attacking. In a spiraling paranoia, the crew members resort to daily votes, putting the most “sus” individual into cryosleep.
Full List of Anime Coming to Crunchyroll in October
For detailed descriptions and exact air dates for each title, you can refer to Crunchyroll’s official website.
- Let's Play
- Kakuriyo -Bed & Breakfast for Spirits- 2
- This Monster Wants to Eat Me
- Pass the Monster Meat, Milady!
- Shabake
- May I Ask for One Final Thing?
- My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON
- SPY x FAMILY Season 3
- To Your Eternity Season 3
- Tojima Wants to Be a Kamen Rider
- SI-VIS: The Sound of Heroes
- Inexpressive Kashiwada and Expressive Oota
- Touring After the Apocalypse
- Let This Grieving Soul Retire Part 2
- My Friend's Little Sister Has It In for Me!
- Tales of Wedding Rings Season 2
- The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest
- Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family!
- Dad is a Hero, Mom is a Spirit, I'm a Reincarnator
- Mechanical Marie
- My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero's
- Plus-sized Misadventures in Love!
- A Mangaka's Weirdly Wonderful Workplace
- Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill
- The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess
- GNOSIA
- Li'l Miss Vampire Can't Suck Right
Other Streaming Platforms Also Hosting Fall Anime
While Crunchyroll boasts the most extensive anime library for simulcasts, an increasing number of streaming platforms are now producing and licensing their own exclusive titles. This heightened competition is great for the industry, but it can make it tricky for fans who want to catch every highly anticipated show each season.
This October, Hulu will be home to the much-anticipated third season of One-Punch Man, along with the brand-new Digimon series, Digimon Beatbreak. Meanwhile, Netflix is rolling out the second seasons of both Rurouni Kenshin and Ranma ½. Even Disney+ is joining the anime celebration, with a new volume of Star Wars: Visions and an anime adaptation of a villain-themed mobile game among its October offerings.
Rafael Motamayor is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything anime and animation.