10 most anticipated Fall 2024 anime, ranked

The Fall 2024 anime season will begin in October 2024 and continue until the end of December 2024. The Summer 2024 anime season met fans' expectations with debut series like Alya Sometimes Hides Her Feelings in Russian and Wistoria: Wand and Sword, as well as returning series like My Hero Academia Season 7.

However, the Fall 2024 anime season will undoubtedly be the most stacked, with the return of many highly anticipated anime. Although the Fall 2024 lineup is extensive, noting the overall hype and discussions surrounding certain series makes it possible to list and rank the most highly anticipated shows of the season.

Disclaimer- This article contains minor spoilers from Re: Zero series and the opinions of the writer.

Ron Kamonohashi season 2, Arifureta season 3, Danmachi season 5, and 7 other most anticipated Fall 2024 anime, ranked

10) Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions Season 2

Ron Kamonohashi as shown in the anime (Image via Studio Diomedea)

Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions season 2 will air on October 7, 2024, and will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll as part of their Fall 2024 anime lineup. Season 1 aired on October 23, 2023, and ended with the confirmation of season 2.

The story follows Ron Kamonohashi as he tries to solve a false murder he’s been accused of. The animation is being done by studio Diomedea who have previously worked on Aho Girl and Domestic Girlfriend. Season 1 had a total of 13 episodes, available with English subtitles only.

9) Arifureta: From Commonplace to World's Strongest Season 3

Arifureta has been a staple of the isekai genre ever since its debut in July 2019. The story follows Hajime Nagumo after he is reincarnated into a different world and is betrayed by one of his reincarnated friends in a dungeon. While the story is often viewed as a typical isekai power fantasy, it remains one of the most popular titles in the genre.

Season 1 was adapted by Studio Whitefox, while season 2 was adapted by Asread and Studio MOTHER. Studio Asread will continue the series and adapt season 3, which will be released on Crunchyroll as part of the Fall 2024 anime lineup. Its availability in different regions has not yet been confirmed.

8) Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? (Goddess of Fertility Arc)

Danmachi season 5 will be released on October 5, 2024, during the Fall 2024 anime season. Season 4 was released in January 2023 and ended on March 18, 2024. The anime series debuted in 2015 and is currently being adapted by Studio J.C. Staff, which worked on all its previous seasons and other anime such as Prison School and Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest.

Although season 5’s streaming platforms have not been confirmed, the previous seasons were available on Crunchyroll, suggesting that season 5 will likely be as well.

7) Shangri-La Frontier Season 2

Sunraku and Emul as shown in the anime (Studio C2C)

Shangri-La Frontier season 2 will be released on October 13, 2024, as part of Crunchyroll’s Fall 2024 anime lineup. Season 1, released in October 2023, consisted of 25 episodes and was adapted by Studio C2C who have previously worked on the Tsukimichi: Moonlit Fantasy series.

The anime is a VRMMORPG-based action fantasy series. While season 1 didn’t break into mainstream popularity, its animation and fight scenes are praised for their production quality within the fandom.

6) Dandadan

Okarun, one of Dandadan's protagonists as shown in the anime (Image via Science Saru)

The Dandadan manga has gained popularity steadily since its debut in 2021. Written and illustrated by Yukinobu Tatsu, it’s seen as one of the next big series, following in the footsteps of Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia. The anime will be animated by Science Saru, known for Devilman Crybaby, and will be released on October 4, 2024. It will be part of both Crunchyroll and Netflix’s Fall 2024 anime lineup.

5) Dragon Ball Daima

Goku as shown in the anime (Image via Toei Animation)

Dragon Ball Daima has become a major topic in the Dragon Ball fandom, as it is the first Dragon Ball anime since the end of Dragon Ball Super’s Tournament of Power in early 2018. Animated by Toei Animation, Dragon Ball Daima will be released on October 11, 2024, as part of the Fall 2024 anime season. Information regarding its overseas streaming availability has not yet been fully revealed.

4) Uzumaki

Junji Ito’s Uzumaki is a classic horror series and is considered one of his greatest works. Uzumaki first started serialization in 1998 and has a total of 3 volumes. The anime, adapted by Studio Drive, known for Konosuba season 3, will have 4 episodes and will be released on September 29, 2024, as part of the Fall 2024 anime season on Adult Swim.

3) BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War - The Conflict

Ichigo as shown in the anime (Image via Studio Pierrot)

Bleach TYBW part 3 is the much-anticipated continuation of the TYBW arc and will be released on October 25, 2024, as part of the Fall 2024 anime season. The anime will continue the Ichibe vs. Yhwach fight, which was the final highlight of part 2. Part 3 will also mark the return of Aizen. Discussions from the staff have teased the possibility of more anime-original content in this arc. It will be available for streaming on Hulu and Disney Plus.

2) BLUE LOCK VS. U-20 JAPAN

Blue Lock season 2 will be released on October 5, 2024, as a direct continuation of season 1. It will adapt the U-20 arc and introduce Itoshi Sae, with the Blue Lock players facing Japan’s Under-20 football team. Season 2 will be adapted by Studio Eightbit, with a total of 14 episodes, and will be available for streaming on Crunchyroll.

1) Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World Season 3

Subaru and Emilia as shown in the Re:Zero Season 3 (Image via Studio Whitefox)

Re:ZERO season 3 will premiere on October 2, 2024, and will be adapted by Studio White Fox. It will cover arc 5, where Subaru confronts the Witch Cult in Watergate City. Season 2 ended on March 24, 2021, and is currently available for streaming on Crunchyroll. The anime is a direct adaptation of the light novel, which has over 38 volumes and is ongoing. Season 3 will also be available on Crunchyroll as part of their Fall 2024 lineup.

Final Thoughts

The Fall 2024 anime season will undoubtedly be one of the most eventful, with the return of anime like Re:Zero alongside the debut of many highly anticipated series. Although much of the hype for the 2024 anime season centers around returning and primarily action-centric series, a few romance series, such as Yakuza Fiancé: Raise wa Tanin ga Ii, will also be part of Fall 2024.