The spring 2024 anime cycle was filled with blockbusters such as Kaiju No. 8, Wind Breaker, Girls Band Cry, Demon Slayer Season 4, and more. Now, with July already underway, all eyes are set on new and returning anime coming out in the next three months. If you plan on starting a new anime, here are the 10 most anticipated anime of summer 2024 that you should add to your watchlist.
10. Suicide Squad ISEKAI
- Japanese Title: Isekai Suicide Squad
- Release Date: June 27, 2024
- Genre: Isekai, Action, Adventure
- Studios: WIT Studios
The renowned WIT Studios and Warner Bross have teamed to bring us never-before-seen versions of The Joker, Harley Quinn, and the Suicide Squad wreaking havoc in an Isekai universe. You are in for a ride if you enjoy both anime and DC comics.
Suicide Squad Isekai was released recently and is making headlines in the anime community. As the episodes are airing weekly right now, it is the best time for you to start your DC journey in the anime format.
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9. Wistoria: Wand and Sword
- Japanese Title: Tsue to Tsurugi no Wistoria
- Release Date: July 7, 2024
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
- Studios: Actas Studios
In this anime, the protagonist Will Serfort is a guy who struggles to cast even the most basic magic spells. However, he aspires to become a Magia Vander — a powerful magician in order to fulfill a promise he made to his childhood friend.
Though, it sounds like a story with rehashed Shonen tropes, it’s the characters here that make this new anime a refreshing ride. So, if you’re into magic and dungeons, give Wistoria Wand & Sword a try this summer 2024.
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8. My Deer Friend Nokotan
- Japanese Title: Shikanoko Nokonoko Koshitantan
- Release Date: July 7, 2024
- Genre: Comedy
- Studios: Wit Studios
Well well, the Nichijou of the modern generation is here as My Deer Friend Nokotan. This anime struck me as one of the strangest yet hilarious anime when its first trailer was released.
It follows the life of Torako – an ex-delinquent whose life changes forever when she meets Nokotan, a transfer student. Unlike anyone, Nokotan has antlers like a deer, hence, the title. If you’re looking for a wild comedy ride, give this new anime by the popular WIT Studios a watch this Summer.
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7. Dungeon People
- Japanese Title: Dungeon no Naka no Hito
- Release Date: July 6, 2024
- Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
- Studios: OLM Studios
Clay is a skilled thief who is currently looking out for her father who has disappeared. In her journey to locate her father, in an unexpected turn of events, she gets a new job as a dungeon caretaker. We are left to find out if this new job will help Clay find and get back her dad in the end.
The original manga written and illustrated by Sui Futami is described by the fans as an adventurous and funny experience of exploring dungeons with Clay. It is worth giving this new anime a try if you love D&D.
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6. No Longer Allowed In Another World
- Japanese Title: Isekai Shikkaku
- Release Date: July 9, 2024
- Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy
- Studios: AtelierPontdarc Studios
Osamu Dazai is a depressed writer who thinks of ending his life all the time. However, in 1948, this man is pulled into a different fantasy world where, like any Isekai, a new adventure awaits him.
By having jovial and bleak elements into the mix, we have a new Isekai anime that is likely going to be extremely celebrated by the Isekai anime fandom in the summer of 2024. Make sure to add this isekai anime to your watchlist if you are a fan like me.
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5. Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest
- Japanese Title: Fairy Tail: 100-nen Quest
- Release Date: July 7, 2024
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
- Studios: J.C.Staff
Fairy Tail is one of the OG shonen anime that has been loved by fans for a long time. When the series came to an end five years ago, fans had to wait for the announcement of the anime adaptation of the sequel manga.
That dream has now become a reality as J.C.Staff has picked up the baton to deliver to fans the next adventure of Natsu and his wizard guild team, who are back to finish an old mission. As this anime is a direct sequel to Fairy Tail, you can add it to your watchlist if you love the Fairy Tail franchise.
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4. Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian
- Japanese Title: Tokidoki Bosotto Russia-go de Dereru Tonari no Alya-san
- Release Date: July 3, 2024
- Genre: Comedy, Romance
- Studios: Doga Kobo Studios
Doga Kobo, the studio that brought us the sensational Oshi no Ko debut season, is all set to deliver a new romance anime titled Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian. Alisa Mikhailovna Kujou is a half-Russian and half-Japanese person who is revered as an idol in her school.
Everyone around her remains cautious except one, her bench mate, Masachika Kuze. As these two start a new bond, it starts to bloom into something beautiful. If you are in search of a new romance anime after completing Horimiya, check out Doga Kobo from the Summer 2024 anime lineup.
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3. Kimi ni Todoke: From Me to You Season 3
- Japanese Title: Kimi ni Todoke 3rd Season
- Release Date: August 2024 (Date TBA)
- Genre: Drama, Romance, Comedy
- Studios: Production I.G Studios
From Me to You has been helmed as one of the best romance anime of all time. Now, this adorable crew is returning with a third season to give everyone more butterflies with its graceful romance. If you aren’t aware of this anime, it is hilarious and heart-melting at the same time.
We hope to see the storyline get even better with Season 3. The charming characters are the heart and soul of this anime. So, if you have not watched this romance anime yet, make sure to binge the first two seasons beforehand.
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2. Tower of God Season 2
- Japanese Title: Kami no Tou
- Release Date: July 7, 2024
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
- Author: Lee Jong-hui
- Studios: Telecom Animation Film
Tower of God is one of the longest-running manhwa in history with a gigantic fanbase. With Season 2 part of the 2024 Summer anime lineup, fans expect it to be a completely faithful adaptation of the source material.
Arriving in July, get ready for Tower of God by watching the first season if you haven’t already. TOG features spectacular world-building and characters in Bam’s journey to ascend to the very top of the mysterious tower. So, look out for this manhwa adaptation later this month.
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1. Oshi no Ko Season 2
- Japanese Title: [Oshi No Ko]
- Release Date: July 3, 2024
- Genre: Drama, Supernatural
- Studios: Doga Kobo Studios
When Oshi no Ko’s first season was released last year, it quickly became extremely popular among the fans, thanks to its stellar animation and YOASOBI’s wonderful anime opening. Despite having an ambiguous plot when it first came out, it was so successful that it momentarily held the record for the highest-rated anime on My Anime List.
For those seeking an engrossing musical journey centered around the Japanese idol industry, Oshi no Ko Season 2 is highly recommended. It checks all the requirements to become the best anime of summer 2024.
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These are our top picks of the best anime that is coming out in the Summer of 2024. There are also plenty of other anime coming out in the next three months, but there are the ones you should look out for. That said, what’s the anime you are waiting to binge next? Do let us know in the comments below.
Aparna Ukil
