When it comes to anime, there’s something for everyone. From a dystopian world overrun by entities made of the waste of the upper class to a delightful, lighthearted slice-of-life romance that does away with the toxic love triangle trope. There’s more to anime than the big 3 (Jujutsu Kaisen, Demon Slayer, and My Hero Academia). That’s why we’ve compiled a list of what we think are the best anime shows right now. These heavy hitters are a selection of new-ish releases that are gaining traction for good reason.
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The Drops of God
Shizuku Kanzaki isn’t all his father wanted him to be. As the son of a world-renowned wine critic (talk about a dream job), there’s a certain element of shame working at a tiny beer factory while your old man makes history. However, Kanzaki’s world is turned upside down after he tragically learns of his father’s passing.
To add insult to injury, his will establishes a contest that pits Shizuku and his father’s protege, Issei Tomine, against each other in a battle for the inheritance. If Shizuku can identify thirteen mystery wines, known as the ‘Twelve Apostles’, he’ll receive his father’s 12 billion yen wine collection and his other highly coveted assets.
Does Shizuku stand a chance against a sommelier with years of training underneath his belt, never mind the years of tutelage from the world’s snobbiest wine critic? Or will his lack of confidence and wine knowledge be enough to ruin his chance at a hefty fortune? It seems like the odds are stacked against Shizuku, especially when his father’s protege is literally nicknamed ‘The Prince of Wine’. However, thanks to his heightened senses of taste and smell, as well as some encouragement from his sommelier friend, Miyabi Shinohara, all hope is not lost.
Drops of God is deliciously pretentious, comedic, and almost educational. If you loved the dramatic Apple TV live-action adaptation, its animated counterpart should be your next drink of choice. Salude!
You can stream Drops of God on Crunchyroll or purchase the season on Apple TV, which is also home to the live-action adaptation. There are currently no plans for a season two of Drops of God.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll or Apple TV (Buy)
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2
How do you follow a masterpiece? You continue the journey.
When it was released, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End shook the anime community to its core. It was quickly rated the best anime of all time, and for good reason. Its melancholic, emotionally-driven storyline was a breath of fresh air when compared to the fast-paced shounen anime that have dominated the charts in recent years.
Season 2 picks up shortly after the highs of season one. The BBEG (big bad evil guy) has met his match once again, and we recede further into the chill, character-defined storytelling that Frieren does so well. This time around, Frieren has put together a new party with her apprentice Fern (a mage) and Stark (a warrior).
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End only builds on the beauty of its first season, as we see Frieren confront her past and learn more about the unbreakable bond she shares with her allies. Season 2 is a testament to the fact that life is all about the journey, not the end destination. While it does feel noticeably slower than the first season, it still builds on what makes Frieren a joy to watch. With bursts of magical action, wholesome moments, and emotional flashbacks that’ll tug at your heartstrings, you’ll likely find yourself, once again, reflecting on your own challenges and subsequent emotional growth.
You can stream season two of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End on Crunchyroll, or you can purchase the season on Apple TV+. A third season of the hit anime was announced following the finale in March and will grace Crunchyroll starting October 2027.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (2 seasons)
Tomb Raider King
If you’re fiending for a third season of Solo Levelling, Tomb Raider King will satisfy your craving.
It follows Jooheon Suh, a tomb raider who, much like our queen Lara Croft, explores dangerous tombs and ruins in search of lost and legendary relics. However, one day, Jooheon finds himself in a sticky situation. Betrayed by his former employer, he is about to meet his fate at the hands of a powerful new relic. Until that is, he is sent 15 years into the past, before the discovery of any relics or tombs.
With elite insider knowledge on what’s to come, plus years of raiding experience under his belt, he seeks to outsmart and effectively dismantle the organisation that failed him.
The popular South Korean manhwa is officially slated for a July release and will be directed and composed by Seung Wook Woo (Hunter x Hunter).
If you’re like me and are constantly on the lookout for a spiritual successor to Solo Levelling, Tomb Raider King may just fit the bill.
Tomb Raider King will begin streaming on Crunchyroll from the 8th of July 2026. There’s no official confirmation of a second season, especially since season one has yet to air.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: Japanese- English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll
Gachiakuta
Winner: Best New Series | 2026 Anime Awards
Gachiakuta is set in a dystopian world where the lower and upper classes are physically and socially divided by a caste system. The upper class live in a high-tech utopia, separated from the slums of the lower class. While they’re high in the sky, adorned with sparkling, expensive clothes and the luxury of convenience, the lower class live in squalor and are labelled as dirty criminals, simply because of their socioeconomic status.
As if being confined to the outer edge of society isn’t enough, the lower class is home to a massive, toxic landfill. Aptly named ‘The Pit’, all broken or unwanted objects, waste, and convicted criminals are tossed in the abyss and left to fend for themselves. Although it’s not a death sentence, it’s arguably worse.
The Pit isn’t just a lawless wasteland of criminals and rubbish so pungent it’ll make your eyes water. It's also home to trash beasts that thrive on wreaking havoc on all who make their acquaintance. These beasts are constructed from the waste of the upper class, with no limitations on the form they manifest in. Some may appear as mythical creatures, like chimeras, while others take on a more abstract form, like an abandoned house.
Gachiakuta is unlike any shounen anime I’ve watched. It’s gritty, eccentric, and the punk-rock-backed battle scenes feel very Mad Max-coded. On the other end of the spectrum, it’s unexpectedly emotional. The first episode drops us off in the life of Rudo, an orphaned child framed for the death of his foster parent and discarded into the pit. It’s thought-provoking in the way it tackles issues like class struggle, inequality, and modern overconsumption, highlighting a system so rotten that it could only exist because the top one per cent benefit so greatly.
You can watch Rudo’s future unfold on Crunchyroll, or you can purchase the season on Apple TV. Season two of Gachiakuta is on the way, with the official announcement made after the first season finale. There’s no official release date just yet, though we’d estimate a premiere between late 2026 and early 2027
Seasons: 1 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll
Champignon Witch
Champignon Witch follows Luna, a demure young witch living alone in the forest. Her days are filled with reading fairytales, researching mushrooms, and brewing medicines for sick villagers, all with the help of her chatty animal familiars. She’s like a Japanese Snow White, if she traded domestic chores for alchemy and academia.
However talented and delightful Luna may seem, she’s ostracised by the villagers in town. Luna’s body has the unique ability to convert curses and bad vibes into poison, which means every entry into the town leaves a trail of poisonous fungi in her wake.
Isolated and discouraged from entering the town, Luna naturally yearns for the comfort and warmth of human connection. After an encounter with an attractive stranger leaves her reminded of her ill-fated loneliness, she authors his portrait. Like a schoolgirl scribbling her crush's name in a notebook. Unbeknownst to her, he comes to life ala Take On Me, and it quickly spirals out of her control.
Champignon Witch is based on Tachibana Higuichi’s manga series of the same name. It’s unhurried, whimsical, and a wonderful way to spend your Sunday if you’re after an easy, magic-imbued watch. While the folkish soundtrack, sentient mushrooms, and chatty animals will draw you in, the fairytale-like storytelling and an interesting twist on a romance plotline are enough to keep you wanting more.
You can watch Luna live her best cottagecore life on Crunchyroll. There are no plans for a second season just yet.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: Japanese. English subtitles | Rating: PG
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 seasons)
Witch Hat Atelier
Witch Hat Atelier follows Coco, a young girl who has long desired to become a witch. As she goes through life suppressing her dreams at the will of her mother, everything changes when she meets Qifrey. He notices her affinity and passion for magic and is quick to take her under his wing. Coco becomes Qifrey’s apprentice and begins her studies in pursuit of mastering the art of becoming a witch.
Witches and magic are having their moment in anime. It seems like every other anime to drop features a bug-eyed protagonist who must learn how to control their newfound magical abilities, but Witch Hat Atelier is different. Coco’s journey with magic is an interesting one. Once driven by wonder and fascination, it soon becomes more about undoing the mistakes of her past. Studying how to cast magical spells is one thing, but Coco must also work through her own self-doubt, grief, and trauma to do the art form justice.
The world-building is deep and intentional, and the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack from Yuka Kitamura (Elden Ring, Dark Souls) perfectly matches the dark fantasy tone. Witch Hat Atelier is pure magic. If you’re going to give any anime on this list a chance, let it be this one.
You can watch Coco unlock her true potential on Crunchyroll, or you can purchase the whole season on Apple TV+. Production of the second season is well underway, with a release slated for late 2027 or early 2028.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: PG
Available on: Crunchyroll
Daemons of the Shadow Realm
From the mind of Fullmetal Alchemist creator Hiromu Arakawa comes Daemons of the Shadow Realm. It follows twins Yoru and Asa, who were separated at birth and abandoned by their parents.
From the first episode, Daemons of the Shadow Realm drops you right in the middle of the chaos. What starts as a quaint introduction to protagonist Yoru’s life in an Edo-period-style Higashi village is quickly subverted. He spends his days hunting, tending to crops, and ensuring the village runs smoothly. He also cares for his incarcerated sister, keeping her company and providing some much-needed comic relief while she sombrely lives out her days beneath the town.
However, something much deeper is afoot. Once the helicopters, mobile phones, guns, and monsters make their appearance, it’s pedal to the metal. Yoru and Asa’s relationship is changed forever, as a world of supernatural destruction is unveiled and the village’s secrets are spilled.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm has one of the most confusing pilots I’ve seen as of late. At no point could I predict what would come next, and yet it worked in its favour. It’s dark, complex, and tragic, with an emotional hook that’ll have your heart racing.
Sink your teeth into this action-packed watch on Crunchyroll or by purchasing the full season on Apple TV. There are no plans for a second season at this time.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 season)
You and I Are Polar Opposites
Suzuki and Tani sit at opposite ends of the spectrum. She’s louder than life with the demeanour of a nervous energiser bunny, and he is a man of few words, grounded in logic and stoicism. They might not seem like a match. But, as they say, opposites attract, and You and I Are Polar Opposites is proof of that.
Even though the show does eventually touch on the relationships of our side characters, Suzuki is no doubt the star here. Not unlike Momo Ayase (Dan Dan Dan), her youthful, vibrant energy, impulsivity, and straightforward personality make for some refreshingly adorable scenes. You and I Are Polar Opposites doesn't reinvent the wheel. It’s a testament to the classic shoujo opposites attract trope we’ve seen a million times before. Even though it might appear overdone, you won’t find the typical toxic love triangles and over-the-top drama of other shoujo romances.
You and I Are Polar Opposites works because it’s rooted in realism. Suzuki and Tani are just two teenagers, trying to get to know one another without melting from embarrassment. It’s an adorable amalgamation of charm, romance, and slice-of-life. It doesn’t drag its feet with the drama, but rather leans on the vibrant, wholesome feeling of young love. The visuals are bright and beautiful, the soundtrack from TofuBeats is a hyperpop dream, and it offers a lovely twist on an otherwise overdone trope.
You can catch Suzuki and Tani’s antics on Crunchyroll, or you can buy the season on Apple TV. You and I Are Polar Opposites Season 2 releases July 5 on Crunchyroll.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: PG
Available on: Crunchyroll
Kusonoki’s Garden of Gods
If you liked the slow-paced, slice-of-life vibes that Frieren does so well, Kusonoki’s Garden of Gods will be right up your alley. Just as Frieren’s storytelling revolves around the everyday life of our main character, so does Kusonoki’s Garden of Gods, but with deities and gods in place of mages and a fantasy backdrop.
After Kusonoki inherits a haunted estate in the countryside, he’s met by Yamigami, a divine mountain god in lupine form. Yamigami decides to make himself at home and subsequently move in, as Kusonoki feeds him, heals his ailments, and takes him under his wing. Kusonoki then goes about his days healing, feeding, and cohabitating with other divine gods that grace his doorstep, unaware that he is blessed with world-class exorcism abilities.
Each interaction and exorcism of a deity’s evil spirit leaves Kusonoki stronger, smarter, and kinder. It’s not nearly as high-octane as other recent anime releases, but it doesn’t need to be. The charming visual design of the gods and Kusonoki’s desire to create a sanctuary in a world full of evil is stirring. While it might not be as fantasy-driven and deep as Frieren, it’s a heartwarming, slice-of-life worth watching.
You can stream Kusonoki’s Garden of Gods on Crunchyroll. There are currently no plans for a second season.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: PG
Available on: Crunchyroll
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The Apocathecary Diaries
The Apothecary Diaries centres on Maomao, an apothecary worker. In a world inspired by the Tang dynasty, Maomao has found her life’s purpose in concocting medicine and experimenting with poisonous herbs and plants.
One day, her quiet life of potion crafting is turned upside down when she’s kidnapped and indentured as a servant to the imperial palace. After several days as a servant, Maomao is tasked with healing the inexplicable ailments of one of the emperor’s concubines. She finds herself at the judgment of the highest echelons of power, fully aware that failing to solve the mystery could result in her death. Talk about high stakes.
Maomao is the tour de force of The Apothecary Diaries. She’s a pragmatic, resourceful, eccentric little goblin who uses the cards she’s been dealt to her advantage. As a young female commoner, she knows her life is expendable. Perhaps it’s because she has nothing to lose, but she’s at her best when she’s manipulating those above her to her advantage. Maomao doesn’t hesitate to peel away the layers of the classist, misogynist hierarchy she’s thrust into, no matter the consequences. She’s the embodiment of “curiosity killed the cat,” if the cat were invincible.
The Apothecary Diaries is a masterful comment on classism, gender norms, and power dynamics with a historical backdrop. Undoubtedly, the star of The Apothecary Diaries is drug-obsessed Maomao’s striking resemblance to Dr. Greg House. That is, if he cozied up to an imperial harem.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll (2 seasons) or Netflix (1 season)
Dan Da Dan
If you’ve heard anything about Dan Da Dan, you’ll know it’s an eccentric mishmash of genres. It's crude, romantic, and horrifying, with elements of sci-fi and the occult. It's chock-full of ghosts, yokai, aliens, cryptids, and everything in between. There’s chemistry between the two main characters, but they’re also constantly at odds with one another over their spiritual beliefs. Okarun believes in aliens but not ghosts, and Momo believes in ghosts but not aliens. Their contrasting beliefs only heighten their outlandish (and sometimes awkward) encounters with the supernatural.
What I love about Dan Da Dan is that it doesn’t take itself too seriously. The segmented storyline is light but entertaining, and the fight scenes are delightfully exaggerated. The short episode-long arcs are a godsend for people like me, who have shortened attention spans as a result of too much time on TikTok.
With Dan Da Dan, you never know what ridiculous subplot lies around the corner. Whether it’s an alien abduction or a trapdoor into an alternate dimension, you know these strong-willed teens will weasel themselves out. It's not everyone's cup of tea, and it definitely shouldn't be your first introduction to the genre. But if you’re a seasoned viewer wanting more than the typical shounen animanga that tops the ‘best anime list’ season after season, you’ll love Dan Da Dan.
The first two seasons of Dan Da Dan are available on Netflix.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 season) or Netflix (1 season)
Yakuza Fiance: Raise Wa Tanin Ga Li
Yakuza Fiancé is far from your average love story. It depicts an arranged marriage between the grandchildren of two Yakuza clans, set up as a truce. In the first episode, all signs point to a cliche rom-com. A reserved good girl meets a cold-hearted bad boy, and she teaches him how to love. Yawn. But come the end of the first episode, you realise they’re both as messed up as each other.
Yoshino is a sharp, strong-willed, manipulative Yakuza princess. She wants to live a normal life but is disappointed with her apparent lack of suitors. Kirishima is the affable masochist drawn to chaos. His creepiness knows no bounds, even more so once he realises Yoshino is just as psychotic as he is. Together, they form a dysfunctional, explosive relationship you can’t help but root for.
Yakuza Fiance: Raise Wa Tanin Ga Li is an unconventional rom-com with elements of suspense and intrigue set against a Yakuza backdrop. The narrative also touches on the internal power struggles of their underworld romance. There’s tension between rival clans, secret meetings, and motives that’ll stretch and test the bonds of this manufactured truce. The interactions between two equally unhinged main characters make for a hilarious yet oddly wholesome show. It's dramatic, provocative, and bound to be your next guilty pleasure.
You can stream Yoshino and Kirishima’s explosive antics on Crunchyroll. You can also purchase the season on Apple TV+. Unfortunately, there are no plans (yet) for a season 2.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 season) or Apple TV (Buy/Rent)
Delicious in Dungeon
Delicious in Dungeon, or Dungeon Meshi, zeros in on a team of dungeon-crawling adventurers. A failed raid leaves the team cleric, Falin, trapped in the clutches of a ravenous, overpowered dragon. Weakened by exhaustion and hunger, she casts a teleport spell to save the party from further harm. They emerge out the front of the dungeon. Thus ensues the quest for the remaining four to regain their strength, abandoned supplies, and save the cleric before it’s too late.
To cut down on costs, the morbidly curious human of the party entertains the thought of cooking the monsters they kill. Despite the rest of the party wincing in horror, Senshi, the dwarf, takes the lead. He quickly shows his true colours as an established adventurer who will turn every slain monster into a tantalising gourmet creation. Tentacle gnocchi, anyone?
The heart of Delicious in Dungeon lies not in the fantastical gourmet creations but in its characters. Laois is the passionate, level-headed leader, Marcille is sceptical and principled, and Chilchuck is shrewd and pragmatic. There is a unique dynamic among the group, and it makes for some astute comedic moments. Senshi is a personal favourite. Though he wasn’t initially a part of the group of adventurers, he requested a spot after he overheard discussions of a red dragon. Why’s he so interested? Not for the gold, or even to bring back the fallen cleric. But because he’s eager for an opportunity to cook the beast.
Delicious in Dungeon is a Netflix original anime, so that’s where you’ll find it. Season 2 is currently still in the works, so expect a release some time in 2027.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Netflix (1 season)
Bartender: Glass of God
Pour one out for this one. Whether your poison of choice is found in the fresh, flowery notes of a Rosé or the bite of an Old Fashioned, Bartender: Glass of God will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.
Yukari and Miwa are on the hunt for a bartender to hire. The only qualification is that they can make the ‘Glass of God’, an ambiguous epithet for what we can assume is a drink that’ll alter your brain chemistry. Enter Ryu Sasakura and his speakeasy, the Eden Hall. Ryu’s attention to detail is akin to that of Sherlock Holmes. He uses every shoulder slump, side glance, or offhanded comment to deduce exactly what drink you need before you can ask for it. After Yukari and Miwa fully grasp the dedication he has to his craft, they all but beg Sasakura to come work for them.
Bartender: Glass of God also follows new and returning customers in search of the perfect drink. Sasakura is a machine and knows the alchemic side of bartending like the back of his hand. A change in temperature or technique can vastly impact the experience of a drink. While a watered-down whiskey sour isn’t a matter of life and death, it’s refreshing to see an anime based on the IRL bartender experience. It contents itself with what life is like in the hospitality industry and provides you with a brief history of cocktails along the way.
Aside from being a master bartender, Sasakura is also a master of ASMR. The way each drink is dissected, poured, and presented is visually stunning. I just want to reach through the screen and go in for a sip. It might prompt you to get creative with your new batch of bevvies, no matter how much of a cocktail connoisseur you are. Bartender: Glass of God won’t have you on the edge of your seat with fights to the death, but it may just become your new comfort show.
You can watch Sasakura’s career blossom on Crunchyroll or purchase the season on Apple TV+. There are currently no plans to develop a season 2.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 season) or Apple TV (1 season)
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
If you’ve ever had an emotional attachment to a D&D campaign, grab the tissues. Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End will tug at your heartstrings and have you reminiscing on what once was. The story zeroes in on Frieren, an elven mage, and her party of adventurers. A victorious final battle against the BBEG (big bad evil guy) marks the end of the party’s ten-year-long journey. Years after the party has bid farewell, Frieren begins a quest to reunite with her former adventuring buddies.
Like any D&D campaign, Frieren can feel slow at times. Even though its pace might dwindle, it never feels boring. It uses filler content like shopping episodes sparingly and uses time skips to give real insight into Frieren’s relationship with her teammates. Frieren: Journey’s End is all about becoming a hero after the hero’s journey. It’s focused on the journey instead of the destination. It’s a slow, melancholic slice-of-life anime, so it’s not for you if you’re looking for one that’ll have you glued to your seat.
You can stream Frieren on Netflix or Crunchyroll, or purchase the season on Apple TV.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (2 season) , Netflix (1 season) or Apple TV
Solo Leveling
Solo Leveling focuses on the zero-to-hero journey of Jinwoo Sung. In the world of Solo Leveling, one of the best ways to make a paycheck is to become a hunter. If you can manifest magical abilities, you’ve got the green light to enter alternate dimensions, also known as gates. There, you’ll fight the magical beasts that greet you and split the cash among your comrades. But not all hunters are equal. Sung is an E-level fighter. He’s effectively the bottom of the barrel. Until he has a near-death experience and is granted the chance to increase his rank in a Black-Mirror-esque levelling system. In an MMORPG-inspired world of raids and experience farming, we see Sung’s strength and wits tested.
Leveling is rich with cinematic fight scenes, dazzling visuals, and a surprising amount of emotional depth for a shounen anime. Watching Jinwoo slice and dice every enemy in his path is entertaining, but the real joy comes from witnessing his transformation. From a weak and pitiful low-rank fighter to the intelligent, perceptive, burly version of his former self. Even if you’re not one for Shounen anime, you’ll fall in love with Solo Leveling. It’ll have your heart racing and your fingers rushing to press ‘next episode’ on your remote.
You can watch both seasons of Solo Leveling on Crunchyroll or you can purchase them on Apple TV+. A third season has been confirmed, and producer Sota Furahashi has hinted at a possible 2026 release. However, at a Q&A for the series, he claimed that fans would need to ‘wait and see what happens until after the next Olympics’. Worst-case scenario, we could be looking at a 2028 release.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll (2 seasons) or Apple TV (Buy/Rent)
Delico’s Nursery
Have you ever watched Interview with a Vampire and thought, “You know what these guys need? Six crying children to keep them on their feet”. Enter Delico’s Nursery.
Following the murder of several high-status vampires, four fathers have been tasked with solving the mystery. Their only lead? The body that governs these vampires believes the killer is out to murder anyone who isn’t the legendary True of Vamp, the original, immortal vampire. True of Vamp is also known by the acronym TRUMP. It's based on Kenichi Suemitsu’s 2009 stage play, so alluding to a different kind of TRUMP is pure coincidence, even though it was released during the United States’ election season for a bold tongue-in-cheek moment.
Aside from solving a mystery, these woefully unprepared fathers also run a daycare. It’s amusing watching them scramble to discipline their children. It’s also oddly wholesome as their relationship and dynamic with their kids change over the season. It goes all in on the old gothic aesthetic and even uses a unique lineart style to resemble a practice sketch.
Watching aristocratic, Bishounen vampires try to appease their privileged children, all while solving a murder mystery, makes for a delightful watch. However, if you’re triggered by screaming children, you might want to sit this one out or make use of the mute button.
You can stream Delico’s Nursery on Crunchyroll or purchase the season on Apple TV. There are no plans for a second season just yet.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll (1 season) or Apple TV (Buy/Rent)
Metallic Rouge
It's 2128, and humans have colonised the solar system. Humans and androids (or Neans) coexist. Worker Neans are programmed for menial, unskilled labour, while Proto-Neans are harder to come by. They closely resemble humans but are armed with an extra skill. Their earthly body can transform into a mecha suit, complete with superhuman capabilities. Rouge Redstar is our main character, an undercover Proto-Nean. She’s witty, rebellious, and impressionable, committed to holding up the societal hierarchy while working for the government organisation that controls her.
For Redstar and her human partner Naomi, their mission is to put an end to a terrorist faction of rogue Neans, The Immortal Nine. Like Redstar, they don’t adhere to a pre-programmed set of laws based on Isaac Asimov’s Laws of Robotics. With the autonomy they’ve been afforded, their goal is to destroy the power imbalance that exists between humans and Neans.
Metallic Rouge is a throwback to the early 2000s sci-fi anime like Black Lagoon and Ghost in the Shell. Complete with left-field plot twists and dense world-building, it’s cut from the same cloth as Cyberpunk and Blade Runner. It touches on AI ethics, rebellion, and inequality in the form of visually striking action sequences and complex characters. If you like the crimson skies, modern tech, and ethical conundrums of Blade Runner, Metallic Rouge will be right up your alley.
Metallic Rouge is available to stream on Crunchyroll or for purchase on Apple TV+. It hasn’t been (and likely won’t be) renewed for a second season.
Seasons: 1 | Languages: English sub and dub | Rating: M
Available on: Crunchyroll or Apple TV (Buy/Rent)
Kaiju No.8
Kaiju No.8 is what you’d get if post-apocalyptic Japan had a Godzilla infestation and you hired the cast of My Hero Academia to eliminate them.
Kaiju, or high-tech Godzilla-adjacent monsters, have taken over the world. It’s Kafka Hibino’s dream to defend the city from the wrath of Kaiju. Instead, he’s stuck cleaning up after those on the front lines. His dream of a thrilling career is just out of reach. The only obstacle in his way is the age limit for entry. 32-year-old Kafka is too old. Ouch. As fate would have it, Kafka is chosen to fight a new type of battle. One within himself. Like a scene from The Exorcist, a Kaiju selects Kafka as its new victim and possesses him from the inside out. Kafka has become the very thing he vowed to destroy. Not only does he have to conceal his identity as a half-monster vigilante, but he’s still headstrong about pursuing his dream as a defence force officer.
Kaiju No.8 is produced by veteran studio Production I.G (Ghost in the Shell, Psycho Pass) and Mahiro Maeda (Mad Max: Fury Road). The sci-fi themes and body horror are gripping, but what I love most about Kaiju No.8 is that it makes room for humour amongst the despair. It’s not solely focused on the elaborate fight scenes and flashy projectiles. It's deftly balanced with moral dilemmas and light comedic moments that are reminiscent of One-Punch Man. Kaiju No.8 is chock-full of Pacific Rim nostalgia, characters you can root for, and electrifying action scenes that’ll have you glued to your seat.
You can catch Kaiju No.8 on Crunchyroll.
Seasons: 2 | Languages: Japanese - English sub and dub | Rating: MA15+
Available on: Crunchyroll or Apple TV (Buy/rent)
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amaysim
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN50
$45/mth
Min. cost $45
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#3
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Tangerine Telecom
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value Plus NBN 50/20
$64.90/mth
Min. cost $64.90
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#4
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TPG
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn50 Unlimited Plan
$69.99/mth
Min. cost $69.99
Link not supplied
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#5
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Aussie Broadband
All Fixed Line nbn®
Value nbn - Unlimited
$70/mth
Min. cost $70
Link not supplied
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#6
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Superloop
All Fixed Line nbn®
Extra-value nbn50/20
$69/mth
Min. cost $69
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#7
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iiNet
All Fixed Line nbn®
nbn50 Liimitless
$69.99/mth
+ $10 Upfront
Min. cost $79.99
Link not supplied
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#8
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Belong
All Fixed Line nbn®
NBN Standard Plus – Unlimited
$55/mth
Min. cost $55
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#9
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Kogan Internet
All Fixed Line nbn®
Silver Unlimited
$69.90/mth
Min. cost $69.90
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Flip
All Fixed Line nbn®
Unlimited Family nbn50
$68/mth
Min. cost $68
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