Biggest anime to be released in 2025

Summary

• 2025 promises exciting returns for fans, with the long-awaited comebacks of popular anime series.
• Zenshu, Solo Leveling and The Apothecary Diaries will debut in January 2025, each with unique and engaging stories.
• In 2025, the anime industry will see new releases like Sakamoto Days along with the return of beloved series like Fire Force and Dr. Stone.

2025 looks set to be an incredible year for anime fans. Several announcements have already been made confirming the return of many fan favorites. Needless to say, the news has audiences hyped. Not only will 2025 see the return of many ongoing anime, but several new anime will make their long-awaited debut

Going through the list of anime released in 2025 can be exhausting. To make things easier, anime lovers can go through this post covering the biggest releases of 2025.

The list includes both new and returning anime series.

8 Zenshu

Released in January 2025

• An original anime without a manga

Zenshu is MAPPA's original project scheduled to be released in January 2025. It will help viewers understand the world of anime and the challenges animators face while working. For years, fans have been trying to learn more about the anime industry and how it works, and Zenshu will ask those questions.

Zenshu follows the story of Natsuko Hirose, a talented animator who rises through the ranks at an astonishing rate. In the end, she quits as a director. Her first project turns out to be a big challenge as she can't come up with a solution to the problem.

7 Solo Leveling

Released in January 2025

• Has over 650 million readers

Solo Leveling is an action-packed anime series that highlights the struggle of Sung Jin-woo, who is considered the weakest hunter in the world. Fans liked the anime because of its amazing animation and captivating story.

The anime focuses on Sung Jin-woo, whose life changes when a seemingly regular raid goes wrong. When Sun Jin-woo discovers his newfound powers, he wastes no time putting them to the test. By training his abilities, he realizes that he has the potential to grow stronger than anyone else.

6 Apothecary Diaries

Released in January 2025

• Manga sales: More than 38 million copies sold

Apothecary Diaries was one of the most popular anime series of 2023. Apart from the exceptional story, the anime also had one of the best cast of characters. Among them, Maomao and Jinshi stood out the most. The interactions between the two always left the audience asking for more.

Apothecary Diaries focuses on the life of Maomao, an apothecary who ends up in the emperor's back palace, where she catches the eye of Jinshi, who instantly falls in love with her. This leads to the beginning of an incredible adventure.

5 Sakamoto days

Released in January 2025

• Manga sales: More than 7 million copies sold

With most shonen anime focusing on characters trying to get stronger or show off their strength, Sakamoto days offers a breath of fresh air. The anime is based on the manga of the same name, and is scheduled to be released on Netflix in January 2025. Sakamoto Days will be split into two courses, with the second set premiering in July 2025.

Once a legendary assassin, Sakamoto's name was enough to strike fear into the hearts of his enemies, but he decided to give up crime after falling in love. He left the underworld and started working as a convenience store owner. But the ghosts of his past wouldn't just leave him alone. They appear from time to time and try to kill him.

4 Firepower

Released in April 2025

• Manga sales: More than 20 million copies sold

Firepower the anime released the second season in 2020, and there have been no episodes since then. After a long hiatus, the anime will finally return with its third and final season in 2025.

Fire Force is set in a world where humans must fight the threat of the Infernals. To deal with this problem, special units called Fire Force are formed. The main character, Shinra Kusakabe, joins a similar unit for personal reasons.

3 Dr. Stone

Released in January 2025

• Manga sales: More than 15 million copies sold

Dr. Stone is a multi-award winning anime series, a feat that only a handful of titles can claim. It has received compliments for its art style and unique story. Unlike most shonen anime, where the protagonist is given incredible powers, Senku has only his mind to rely on. Dr. Stone's final season is called Dr. Stone Science Future, and it is divided into several courses.

Dr. Stone is set in a time when humanity is trying to find its feet after a crazy incident petrifies all of humanity. Senku is one of many affected by the mysterious event, and when he wakes up, he decides to restore humanity to its former state.

2 One Punch Man

Released in 2025

• Manga sales: More than 30 million copies sold

One Punch Man is among the anime returning in 2025. To celebrate its 10th anniversary, the series announced the release window for the third season of the anime. After the lackluster season 2, fans will be hoping that the new season is better than the last.

One Punch Man follows the story of Saitama, who is the strongest person in the world. Saitama can take down enemies with no problem, which leaves him extremely frustrated. His increasing annoyance prompts him to sign up to become a hero. The story is humorous and filled with action and comedy, making it a must-see for anime fans.

1 One Piece

Will return in April 2025

• Manga sales: More than 500 million copies sold

Not surprisingly, One Piece is the biggest anime to watch out for in 2025. The anime went on hiatus in 2024, and Toei Animation cited that it wanted to maintain the high quality of the animation, so it decided to take a break. It has already been confirmed that the anime will return in April 2025.

One Piece follows the story of Monkey D. Luffy as he travels the world to find the greatest treasure known to mankind. On his journey, Luffy meets both good and bad people. Some of them try to stop him, while others join his crew. This awesome adventure is a must for any anime fan.