9 Anime to keep you busy while you wait for Dragon Ball Super: Beerus

Dragon Ball fans got some of the best news they've heard in a while when it was announced that the God of Destruction Saga would be getting an anime remake, with the Galactic Patrol Prisoner Saga also getting its own adaptation. Dragon Ball Supper's return is on the horizon and fans are eager to see Goku and Vegeta's adventures pick up again after a long hiatus.

But the anime's long-awaited return is still a long way off. As Dragon Ball fans eagerly await the series' return towards the end of 2026, they'll need something to watch from now until Beerus broadcast in the fall. These amazing anime series should help pass the time until episode 1 finally airs.

Soul Eater

It never got to fully adapt the source material, but Bones' adaptation of Soul Eater is still a great watch that has plenty of fun and action-packed moments. One of the best shonen anime adaptations of the 2000s. Soul Eater may no longer have the popularity it once did, but if you're looking for an interesting battle get ready for Beerusthis is an excellent choice.

At 51 episodes, it's not the longest commitment, but it should still help pass some time while you wait for more Dragon Ball. Soul Eater has a darker, gothic aesthetic compared to Dragon Ball's bright colors and more energetic atmosphere. But it has a great main cast and a unique power system that makes it stand out from many modern battles.

Gintama

Gintama has a little something for everyone. It's primarily a comedy, but also has some incredible drama and action that might catch you off guard if you didn't know anything about it. Gintama can put together some of the funniest anime episodes you've ever seen, then immediately pivot to a “serious arc” that allows it to stand up among the best battles of its time. That's what makes the series such an enjoyable watch, with the series doing a little bit of everything and doing it all really well.

With over 350 episodes and a few movies, it will take you a while to complete them all Gintamawhich is perfect if you're looking for something to keep you busy for the fall. You can also prioritize the series' more serious arcs and cut things down a bit, but it's really best enjoyed with both comedic and serious arcs together.

My Hero Academia

My Hero Academia is done for good now, with the anime adaptation wrapping up and ending 2025 with a bang. No one expected the final season of the anime to be as good as it was, but for many fans, it was a welcome surprise. Bones is an amazing studio, and they really outdid themselves to finish Deku's hero's journey.

With 170 episodes, 10 OVAs and a handful of anime movies, My hero is a good series to keep you busy until Dragon Ball will return this fall. Now that the adaptation is complete, it's the perfect time to watch it from start to finish. If you have never watched the anime or read the manga before, now is the time to start.

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

With the manga still going strong, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is the oldest active series on this list. JoJo actually ran in Weekly Shonen Jump at the same time as Dragon Balll, with the two comics sharing the pages of the iconic magazine from 1987 to 1995.

JoJo never received the same kind of recognition and success that Dragon Ball did, but that shouldn't take away from the fact that the series is still one of the most beloved of its time, cultivating an incredibly strong fan base and maintaining an almost unheard of staying power thanks to Hirohiko Araki's incredible art and strong storytelling. With nearly 200 episodes, and more to come with the release of Steel Ball Run adaptation just around the corner, JoJo is a long but incredibly worthwhile viewing experience that every shonen fan must check out at least once.

Jujutsu Kaisen

One of the greatest modern shonen anime and one of the crown jewels of the 2026 winter season, Jujutsu Kaisen absolutely killing it right now. With the announcement that the short-term sequel, Jujutsu Kaisen Modulowill come to an end, sparking fan speculation that a full sequel isn't too far off, now is a good time to get into the anime.

Season 3 is still ongoing, and even though the series only has about 50 episodes, it's still enough to keep you busy for a while while you wait for more DBS. JJK has some of the best looking animation you will see in any modern series. It will set the bar pretty high for you once Dragon Ball returns, but many fans are hopeful that Beerus remake will fix some of Super's obvious animation issues.

There is often debate among Full metal alchemist fans over which of the two anime adaptations is better. Is it the 2003 anime, which deviates from the source material but provides a darker, unique experience? Or is it Brotherhoodwhich is closer to the manga and is seen as one of the best anime of the 21st century?

Well, if you've never seen any of them and need something to do while you're waiting Beerusthen now is the best time to watch both yourself and participate in the debate. With 115 episodes and two movies, both Full metal alchemist comics will keep you busy for quite some time. They're also some of the better anime of the 2000s, so why not take some time to check them out?

Hunter x Hunter

The 1999 series may have its fans, but the 2011 adaptation of Hunter × Hunter is definitely the right way to go. More than double the number of episodes of the original series HxH 2011 is a great series with long brilliance to start when you are waiting for more Dragon Ball.

Honestly, you could probably do just as well if you chose to watch the adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi's other standout series, Yu Yu Hakushobut if you're just trying to prioritize something that takes the most time to complete, Hunter x Hunter gets the nod there. HxH is a fun series and if you really enjoy it, you can pick up the manga once you're done with the anium, although there are frequent hiatuses that have made progress slow on that end.

Attack on Titan

Attack on Titan may be one of the most popular anime and manga of the 21st century. At its peak, the series competed Dragon Ball and the “Big 3”. Even though it's over now, the series still has a strong following, and it's easy to see why.

AoT has some of the best world-building in anime, with an amazing cast that goes a long way to making it the memorable viewing experience it is. With 94 episodes spread over 4 seasons, it won't be the longest anime you can watch, but it will help while away the months until fall.

One Piece

One Piece is arguably one of the biggest anime and manga series in the world right now. When Oda started, Dragon Ball was king, but decades later, One Piece has made its case as the new top series in the anime and manga world. It's not hard to see why, with Oda's ability to craft interesting stories, create likable and enjoyable characters, and weave in various plot threads that can take years to pay off, making One Piece a unique experience.

In over 1,100 episodes, make your way through One Piece anime is no easy task. You can start today, and depending on how often you watch and how many episodes you get through at once, you might not even finish in time Beerus airs. The anime will return in April with the adaptation of the Elbaf Arc and a shift to a seasonal approach. That should make it a little easier to catch up, but be prepared for a long (but incredibly fun) adventure if you choose to take this on.