Top 10 Hottest Anime You Can’t Miss This Summer 2025

Ready for a summer packed with fresh anime hits? The 2025 season is shaping up to be a treat for every fan, whether you love action, romance, or wild supernatural twists. Here’s a quick guide to the must-watch anime you shouldn’t miss, including returning favorites like DAN DA DAN and Kaiju No. 8, plus some exciting newcomers that are already making waves online!

Big sequels: DAN DA DAN, Kaiju No. 8, Call of the Night, My Dress-Up Darling, Dr. Stone
Hot debuts: Lord of Mysteries, Gachiakuta, Leviathan, Nyaight of the Living Cat
Where to watch and release dates for each anime
Links to trailers and more info

Lord of Mysteries – Steampunk, Lovecraft, and Occult Vibes

Release date: June 28
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Based on a massively popular Chinese web novel, Lord of Mysteries is about Zhou Mingrui, who wakes up in a new world inside the body of Klein Moretti. Imagine a mix of steampunk tech, dark Lovecraftian horror, and a Victorian-inspired setting. The story blends isekai with occult mysteries as Klein tries to find his way back home, all while pretending to be a god and climbing the ranks of secret societies. If you love a mashup of genres, this one’s for you!

DAN DA DAN Season 2 – Pop Culture Phenomenon Returns

Release date: July 3
Where to watch: Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu
Last year, Dan Da Dan became a global hit, even getting nominated for Anime of the Year. The series follows Momo, raised by a spirit medium, and Okarun, a shy boy into aliens. After getting mixed up with ghosts and otherworldly creatures, their friendship turns into something more. Season 2 brings new challenges as they help Momo’s friend Jiji and investigate a mysterious country village. Science Saru’s animation is stunning and the show is quickly becoming a classic.

Call of the Night Season 2 – More Vampires, More Drama

Release date: July 4
Where to watch: HIDIVE
Ko’s sleepless nights get even more complicated when Nazuna, a quirky vampire, enters his life. The chemistry between them is undeniable, and season 2 promises more twists, especially with someone from Ko’s past showing up. The opening theme is by Creepy Nuts, the group behind hits for Mashle and Dan Da Dan. If you love a mix of supernatural romance and stylish animation, mark your calendar.

My Dress-Up Darling Season 2 – Cosplay and Romance Continue

Release date: July 5
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Marin Kitagawa and Wakana Gojo’s cosplay adventures are back! The series dives deeper into their relationship and the dedication behind making amazing costumes. With gorgeous art and a heartwarming story, My Dress-Up Darling is perfect for anyone who loves slice-of-life and creative hobbies.

Gachiakuta – Survival in a World of Trash

Release date: July 6
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
One of Weekly Shōnen Magazine’s top manga finally gets an anime from Studio Bones (Soul Eater, My Hero Academia). Rudo is framed for murder and thrown into a wasteland full of mutant trash monsters. He discovers new powers and joins a group called the Cleaners to fight back against the system that abandoned him. This is one to watch if you love gritty action and underdog stories.

Nyaight of the Living Cat – Cat-tastrophe Comedy

Release date: July 6
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Ever wondered what would happen if a virus turned people into cats? In this hilarious parody of zombie movies, every time a cat rubs against a human, the person transforms into a cat too. The big question: can humanity resist the urge to pet cats and survive? It’s a lighthearted take on the apocalypse you won’t want to miss!

Dr. Stone Science Future Part 2 – The Grand Finale

Release date: July 10
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Since 2019, Dr. Stone has wowed fans with science-based adventures. Now, the final season is here! Senku and his crew set sail for America, hoping to gather resources for a mission to the Moon. Expect more brainy problem-solving and epic discoveries as the series wraps up.

Leviathan – Airships and Alternate History

Release date: July 10
Where to watch: Netflix
Set in an alternate 1914, Leviathan brings together war machines, genetically engineered beasts, and a living airship. The story follows Prince Aleksandar and Deryn, a girl disguised as a boy, as they get caught up in a battle that could change history. From Studio Orange (BEASTARS) and with music by Joe Hisaishi (Spirited Away), this adaptation of Scott Westerfeld’s novel is highly anticipated.

Sakamoto Days Part 2 – Action Heats Up

Release date: July 14
Where to watch: Netflix
Ex-hitman Taro Sakamoto just wants a quiet life, but trouble keeps finding him. In part 2, the stakes get even higher as Sakamoto faces off with deadly assassins and the mysterious villain X (Slur). The first season got mixed reactions, but fans are hoping the new episodes deliver on the manga’s potential.

Kaiju No. 8 Season 2 – Bigger Monsters, Bigger Battles

Release date: July 19
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
After a strong debut, Kaiju No. 8 returns with sharper animation and even more intense fights. Kafka’s powers are put to the test as the First Division faces their deadliest enemy yet, Kaiju No. 9. If you’re into monster battles and high-stakes action, this is one to keep an eye on!