[New Look] ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ Drops Exciting Season 2 Preview

Fans of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End have reason to be excited as the anime returns for its second season in January 2026.

The production team has released a new preview, giving a first look at what adventures await Frieren and her companions. Season two promises to explore more of the story’s past, delving deeper into the characters’ histories and motivations, offering both new fans and long-time viewers more context about their journeys.

In addition to the upcoming season, the franchise is celebrating the success of its first season with a series of compilation movies in Japan. While these films won’t feature new storylines or original footage, their popularity at the box office highlights how beloved the series has become.

On the manga side, a new anthology series titled Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End -Prelude- is also set to arrive. Although there’s no official word on an anime adaptation for the spin-off, it could potentially appear on screen in the future.

The returning staff and cast from season one are coming back, with a few changes behind the scenes. Tomoya Kitagawa will take over as director, replacing Keiichirō Saitō, while Daiki Harashina will serve as assistant director.

The character design team will also see new members: Takasemaru, Keisuke Kojima, and Yuri Fujinaka are stepping in to replace Reiko Nagasawa. Season two’s production promises to continue the high-quality animation and storytelling that fans have come to expect.

The first season of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End was met with widespread critical acclaim. On Rotten Tomatoes, the anime holds a 100% approval rating based on five reviews, with an average score of 8.8 out of 10. Reviewers praised its themes, atmosphere, and character development.

Ali Griffiths of Digital Spy called it one of the best fantasy anime of 2023, noting its “cozy, calm atmosphere” and strong sound design. Richard Eisenbeis from Anime News Network highlighted the dynamic between the main characters, while Jenni Lada of Siliconera described it as one of the best anime of late 2023, particularly for the emotional depth of Frieren’s journey.

Short episodes, titled Sōsō no Frieren: Marumaru no Mahō, were released online from October 2023 to March 2024, keeping fans engaged between seasons. The anime’s music, animation, and storytelling have also earned numerous awards and nominations, including wins at the Tokyo Anime Award Festival, Japan Character Awards, and AT-X rankings.

The soundtrack, featuring artists like Yoasobi and Milet, has been especially celebrated, adding to the series’ charm.

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