Every Anime Coming Out in December 2025
The final month of the year brings a diverse lineup of animated projects ranging from high-stakes action sequels to historical dramas. Studios are releasing a mix of theatrical films, web exclusives, and television specials to close out the 2025 schedule. Fans can look forward to continuations of popular franchises alongside fresh adaptations of acclaimed manga. This guide outlines every confirmed release date and production detail for the upcoming premieres.
‘The Dragon Spirit’ (2025)
The web anime ‘Long Hun’ makes its debut on December 1st to kick off the monthly schedule. This series likely explores traditional cultivation themes or martial arts narratives common in Chinese animation. Viewers can anticipate a focus on character growth and supernatural abilities within a fantasy setting. The digital release offers immediate access for audiences looking for a new serialized adventure.
‘World Defying Dan God’ (2025)
Scheduled for December 2nd, ‘Aoshi Dan Shen’ premieres as a twelve-episode web series. The narrative invites viewers into a world of fantasy and conflict through a serialized online format. This production adds to the expanding library of digital-first animation aimed at international streaming audiences. Fans of long-form storytelling will have a substantial new arc to follow throughout the month.
‘Peleliu: Guernica of Paradise’ (2025)
The theatrical film ‘Peleliu: Rakuen no Guernica’ arrives in cinemas on December 5th. This movie adapts the manga that depicts the harrowing daily lives of soldiers during the Battle of Peleliu in World War II. The animation style contrasts with the brutal reality of the subject matter to create a unique viewing experience. It stands as a singular cinematic event that offers a poignant look at historical warfare.
‘Record of Ragnarok’ (2021)
Maru Animation and Yumeta Company release ‘Record of Ragnarok III’ on December 10th. This web anime continues the intense tournament where human history’s greatest figures battle gods to prevent the apocalypse. The third season promises to introduce new fighters and escalate the stakes of the arena combat. Fans can expect dynamic action sequences and dramatic confrontations in this latest installment.
‘Blue Miburo’ (2024)
The television series ‘Ao no Miburo: Serizawa Ansatsu Hen’ begins broadcasting on December 20th. This narrative focuses on a specific arc within the Shinsengumi universe and highlights the turbulent era of the Bakumatsu period. Viewers will witness political intrigue and sword-fighting action centered around the character Serizawa Kamo. The show serves as a significant expansion for followers of the main franchise.
‘Girls und Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen Desu! Act 1’ (2025)
Actas and P.A. Works collaborate to present ‘Girls und Panzer: Motto Love Love Sakusen Desu!’ on December 26th. This production is listed as a four-episode theatrical event that combines military tanks with slice-of-life comedy. The story continues to follow the high school girls who practice the art of tank warfare known as sensha-do. Enthusiasts of the series will enjoy seeing their favorite teams return for more strategic battles and lighthearted moments.
‘Whoever Steals This Book’ (2025)
Kagome Company releases the movie ‘Kono Hon o Nusumu Mono wa’ on December 26th. The film tells a mystery story centered on book thieves and the profound power of literature. Animation fans can look forward to a distinct visual style and a self-contained narrative suitable for the holiday season. This theatrical release offers a fantastical journey for those interested in stories about books and libraries.
‘Undead Unluck’ (2023)
E&H Production delivers a new installment of ‘Undead Unluck’ as a television special on December 26th. This one-episode release features the chaotic adventures of Andy and Fuuko as they navigate a world filled with negator abilities. The special provides the high-energy action and supernatural comedy that defined the original series. It serves as a brief but exciting return to the universe for dedicated fans of the manga adaptation.
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