A new ranking published this Tuesday highlights seven major anime sequels fans can still expect for the rest of 2026, ranked by anticipation level. Although the year is already halfway through and has delivered multiple solid seasons and original series, these returning franchises are expected to keep the conversation active during summer and fall.

2026 has already been a great year for the industry, with many franchises returning with new episodes that have dominated discussions. Winter and spring seasons brought exciting continuations, and now summer and fall schedules are set to deliver more, including stories nearing conclusions, others returning after long breaks, and some simply continuing their successful momentum.

7. The 100 Girlfriends Who Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Love You Season 3

This romantic comedy has stood out as one of the wildest releases of recent years and seems ready to maintain that reputation. The first two seasons followed Rentaro as he gradually added girlfriends to his growing group, reaching eleven so far. The next season is already anticipating the addition of five more girls, meaning the chaos and fun of the Rentaro Family will only grow unpredictably.

6. From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2

The series didn’t make the biggest impact at its debut but has built a solid fanbase thanks to its unique approach. The story centers on an older-than-usual protagonist who is a humble swordsman responsible for training some of the kingdom’s most powerful warriors. Despite expectations around him, he often doubts his own abilities. However, he repeatedly proves that he’s truly as skilled as everyone claims, winning through genuine combat skill. The balance between his doubts and true strength makes it very entertaining, and the second season promises to keep this dynamic alive.

5. Clevatess Season 2

The first season made a strong impression last year by diving directly into a dark fantasy world, starting with the brutal defeat of a group of heroes and presenting the idea of a survivor transformed into a zombie-like servant for the powerful being known as Clevatess. The story followed this dark figure as she observed a young prince to decide if humanity deserved to survive, while also offering intense battles against other dark forces. The second season seems to be changing course with a plot centered on a magic academy, which should bring fresh developments and new types of conflicts to the series.

4. Tokyo Revengers: War of the Three Titans Arc

This season marks the beginning of the end for the long-running franchise, presented as the final main arc. The story picks up Takemichi traveling through time again after discovering his current vision of the future leaves Mikey unhappy. Determined to create the best possible outcome for everyone, he embarks on what could be his last series of time adventures to fix the past and secure a brighter future. Fans expect the series to deliver a satisfying conclusion after everything that has happened.

3. The Apothecary Diaries Season 3

The series has steadily grown in popularity since its debut, with the second season building further on the first’s success. Maomao has already uncovered major scandals and conspiracies within the palace, and the new season is expected to bring even greater mysteries and intrigues. Adding to the excitement, a movie will arrive in Japanese cinemas at the end of this December, meaning fans will have plenty of new content from this world to enjoy until year-end and into 2027.

2. Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity

This will be the fourth and final season of the revived series, bringing the complete Bleach anime franchise to its close after a decade of waiting for the finale. The previous three seasons of the new adaptation have raised expectations sky-high, especially with the intense battles and narrative developments delivered. Now the focus is on how the final episodes will handle the climactic confrontations and whether the conclusion can meet the high standard set by everything that came before.

1. Black Clover Season 2

Sitting at the top of the ranking as the sequel generating the most anticipation this year is Black Clover Season 2. After nearly five years since the first season ended, fans have eagerly awaited the series’ return to television. The new season will pick up the story right where it left off, and since the original manga has already concluded, the anime now has a clear and complete roadmap to follow without the pressure of an unfinished source. If the creative team remains the same as in the first installment, viewers can expect a solid continuation that finally gives the series the proper ending it deserves.

Which of these seven sequels are you most looking forward to seeing on your screen before the year ends?