New Shows and Continuing Favorites.

Last week, the popular anime streaming platform Crunchyroll shared exciting details about their upcoming content for the Winter 2024 anime season. They revealed the full slate of anime series that will be available, encompassing both brand-new shows and the continuation of current hits.

While concrete premiere dates were unveiled for some series, others are still mystically labeled as “coming soon.” However, the complete list provides an enticing overview of what genre-spanning stories and captivating animation styles are in store.

In addition to fresh series arriving with the new year, Crunchyroll indicated certain anime that will be making the transition from the Fall 2024 season into the winter.

Long-running action-adventure epic One Piece will persist, as expected. Additionally, several other fan favorites like the fantasy Frieren and gaming-inspired Shangri-La Frontier will carry over their sequential narratives.

Crunchyroll made sure to note that further anime titles could be announced down the line. So enthusiasts eager to expand their watchlists can hope for even more adventures, comedies, dramas, and sci-fi tales to enjoy while curled up battling the chilly weather outside.

The reveal has likely sparked exhilaration across the vibrant anime fandom. Viewers can now speculate about intriguing plots and characters while patiently counting down to the Winter 2024 premieres.

Exciting Winter 2024 Anime Lineup on Crunchyroll

Earlier, anime aficionados were treated to an exciting announcement from leading streaming platform Crunchyroll, unveiling their jam-packed lineup for the highly-anticipated Winter 2024 anime season.

Spanning genres from fantasy to romance, the roster features premiere dates reaching from December 29th, 2023, to January 14, 2024.

However, some enticing new series are still shrouded in mystery, with formal release dates yet to be revealed. Given these TBA shows, the premiere date range could shift beyond January 14th as more details emerge.

Burn the Witch #0.8. (Credits: Crunchyroll)

From ongoing adventures continuing strong momentum to freshman stories introducing unique worlds, Crunchyroll’s Winter 2024 unveiling has stirred much fanfare. Enthusiasts are no doubt swirling with theories and eagerness to immerse themselves in the anime offerings as the winter chill sets in.

The streaming service emphasized that additional anime titles could further bolster the schedule down the line.

For now, viewers can dream up possibilities for still unannounced Winter 2024 programs while counting down to the first season debuts.

Whether tales of spirited action, heartfelt character journeys, or imaginative realms await, Crunchyroll has set the stage for an anime new year to remember.

Winter 2024’s Mystery Releases

While Crunchyroll stirred excitement by unveiling its slate for the Winter 2024 anime season, some highly-anticipated titles remain shrouded in mystery with no firm release dates yet.

These tantalizing series still labeled as “coming soon” include Doctor Elise: The Royal Lady with the Lamp, Mashle: Magic and Muscles season 2, and The Witch and the Beast.

One Piece (Credits: Eiichiro Oda)

Fans itching for the next installment of zany strongman parody Mashle will be delighted to know season 2 will receive an array of language dub options.

The announced dubs span Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Castilian Spanish, and Hindi. This diversity caters to Mashle’s global fanbase.

As for the other two unnamed date shows, details remain scarce. The Witch and the Beast is currently only confirmed to receive an English dub upon release. Meanwhile, Doctor Elise has no announced dub plans yet, leaving viewers guessing.

SPY×FAMILY CODE: White (Credits: Tatsuya Endo)

While concrete Winter 2024 premiere information is still forthcoming, these tantalizing titles without full-release details build intrigue and speculation.

Anime enthusiasts can dream up what madcap antics, spellbinding quests, or royal intrigue await them in these unnamed date shows while they countdown to a stacked season.

Crunchyroll’s Lineup Expands with Frieren

In addition to new anime adventures on the horizon, Crunchyroll highlighted several fan-favorite series that will extend their stories into the Winter 2024 season.

These ongoing tales span genres from fantasy escapades to arson investigator mysteries.

The acclaimed Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End returns to follow more poignant journeys of an immortal elf mage.

Frieren Beyond Journey’s End (Credits: Madhouse)

For historical fiction devotees, The Apothecary Diaries brings another season of turmoils surrounding a royal palace pharmacist.

Meanwhile, first responder adventures continue with Firefighter Daigo: Rescuer in Orange, and high-flying magical girl transformations persist in Soaring Sky! Precure.

For video game devotees, the virtual reality exploits within Shangri-La Frontier will offer more RPG-inspired stories.

And sports drama fans can look forward to the next leg of Captain Tsubasa Season 2: Junior Youth Arc and its youth soccer championships.

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Episode 8 Still (Credits: Crunchyroll)

With a strong slate of continuing seasoned hits combined with fresh series, Crunchyroll has ensured no shortage of anime viewing amidst the winter chills.

Viewers have sequels and premiers alike to fill their watch lists as they say farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024’s first new anime offerings.

Upcoming Anime on Crunchyroll in 2024

Here is the complete list of anime shows that are going to be released in the Winter of 2024 on Crunchyroll.

December 29

Shows that will be released on December 29, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

Burn the Witch #0.8

Burn the Witch is set in the supernatural world of Tite Kubo’s popular series Bleach. The story takes place in Reverse London, located in the Western Branch of Soul Society.

It revolves around two young women, Noel Niihashi and Ninny Spangcole, who work as witches in this secret organization that handles supernatural threats.

Noel and Ninny must deal with dangerous creatures like dragons while also hiding their true identities as witches from the public.

Burn the Witch #0.8. (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Their jobs involve carrying out secret missions, investigating strange incidents around the city, recapturing escaped beasts, and preventing chaos from the hidden magical world from being exposed.

Throughout their adventures, the personalities and past histories of the two witches are slowly revealed.

We learn what drew each of them to this dangerous profession and what personal stakes they have in keeping the work of the Western Branch secret. Their tale provides an exciting glimpse into another corner of the wider Bleach universe.

January 1

Shows that will be released on January 1, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

Fluffy Paradise

This lighthearted Isekai story follows a hardworking Japanese woman who unfortunately meets an early death from overexertion.

Given a second chance at life in a fantasy realm, she strikes a bargain with the god of that world, who is evaluating whether humans are worthwhile creations.

Her end of the deal is that she must use a special ability to convince the deity of humanity’s merit.

Fluffy Paradise (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Knowing her great love for all kinds of animals, the woman requests the power to communicate with and befriend any non-human creature through touch.

The god grants her wish, though she warns that people in this new world will not take as kindly to her unusual talent.

Reborn as Nefertina, the youngest daughter of a noble family, she sets out to live her new life focused on a single objective: to pet and connect with all the realm’s fantastical beasts, human opinions be damned.

The matter of defending her whole species will just have to wait while this eccentric outcast works her charm on squirrels, dragons, and everything in between.

January 3

Shows that will be released on January 3, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

Classroom of the Elite Season 3

The upcoming third season of the anime Classroom of the Elite will likely adapt volumes 8 through 11.5 of the popular light novel series, picking up where season two left off.

This next installment will cover the climax of the first year at the elite Kōdo Ikusei High School for the characters Ayanokoji, Horikita, and their classmates.

Without getting into specific spoilers, fans can expect the narrative arc building over the past two seasons to reach an exciting crescendo.

Classroom of the Elite Season 3 (Credits: Crunchyroll)

As the first year comes to a close, questions will be answered about whether figures like Suzune and Kiyotaka can maintain their meteoric rise to the top of the school hierarchy.

New challenges and opponents have been preparing to topple their dominance. The season three showdown will determine if our leads’ winning streak lasts or if rival factions finally seize power for themselves.

Diehard fans eagerly await seeing the fates decided for their beloved characters as major storylines wrap up.

One thing is certain: the resolution of the First Year Arc will be unforgettable after all the tension skillfully built up by the anime so far.

Season three kicks off with another intense Special Test for the students, this time taking place at a nearby mountain.

As part of an agreement between Ayanokoji and Ryuuen, our main characters now find themselves together in Class C, aiming to crush the weaker Class D and surpass their rival Ichinose’s Class B.

Classroom of the Elite Season 3 (Credits: Crunchyroll)

This new exam is called the Mixed Training Camp. It begins by separating the male and female students into groups, each requiring a designated leader who will earn double points but also face expulsion if their team fails the test.

To prevent groups from sabotaging their own leader, the leader can choose someone else from the team to be expelled along with them.

The groups must cooperate for one week in the camp and pass various challenges in order to avoid having members expelled.

Of course, there will be plenty of behind-the-scenes plotting and scheming targeting certain individuals throughout the games.

It’s sure to be a dramatic week packed with tests of bonds, trust, and strategy for Ayanokoji and the others – failure could get them kicked out of the elite school forever!

Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki Season 2

A second season for the anime series Jaku-Chara Tomozaki-kun was announced in January 2022 via a special trailer that generated excitement amongst fans.

While the initial teaser left the format ambiguous, a follow-up trailer clarified that a full second season is in production rather than an OVA or film.

Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki Season 2 (Credits: Crunchyroll)

This new season will see the continued journey of protagonist Fumiya Tomozaki, a gamer struggling to lead a successful social life, as he tries to challenge the norms of high school society.

His ultimate goal is to topple the seemingly undefeatable “boss” of real-life interpersonal gameplay – the queen bee of the school whose popularity appears unparalleled.

Tomozaki has been slowly leveling up his social skills thanks to mentorship from top gamer-turned-school diva Hinami Aoi.

But this season, he will need more than clever life “hacks” if he wants to revolutionize the social hierarchies that Hinami sits on top of.

Fans are eager to watch his underdog quest to go from bottom-tier to the most charismatic person in school by taking on the mastermind trendsetter herself.

January 5

Shows that will be released on January 5, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

The Demon Prince of Momochi House

This story follows Himari Momochi, a 16-year-old orphan who unexpectedly inherits a mysterious, rumored-to-be-haunted estate on her birthday.

Despite warnings to stay away, with nowhere else to call home, Himari decides to move into the old Momochi house regardless of its spooky reputation.

The Demon Prince of Momochi House (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Upon arriving, she discovers three handsome young squatters already living there – Aoi, Yukari, and Ise.

They quickly urge Himari to abandon the place, validating rumors that ghosts and curses lurk within its walls. However, Himari refuses to surrender her rightful inheritance.

She soon verifies the house’s paranormal nature after finding that it exists on the border between the worlds of the living and the dead.

In fact, Himari learns she’s predestined to be the guardian, maintaining a balance between human and spirit realms. The only problem was that someone got to the position before her. Aoi has already taken on the role of mediator between realms.

With two people fated to occupy the same supernatural job, Himari is determined to uncover the secrets of her family lineage and new home while cohabiting with her mysterious new housemates.

Sasaki and Peeps

This comedic story follows Sasaki, a bored, overworked 39-year-old office drone lacking fulfillment.

After listening to a colleague enthusiastically rave about their newly adopted puppy one too many times, Sasaki decides adopting a pet could be just the change of pace he needs.

With his cramped apartment and long work hours unsuitable for a dog, he opts to visit a nearby pet shop in search of a low-maintenance Java sparrow companion instead.

Sasaki and Peeps (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Upon bringing the little bird home, Sasaki is shocked when his new pet suddenly reveals itself as Peeps – a powerful wizard from another world turned into a Java sparrow by unknown means!

Peeps informs the dumbfounded Sasaki that he possesses an innate talent for magic. If Sasaki serves as a vessel allowing Peeps to channel his otherworldly abilities, the sparrow-wizard promises to use his teleportation magic to transport Sasaki to his fantastical home realm for exciting adventures.

With the prospect of escaping his dreary reality, Sasaki eagerly accepts the partnership, ready to be whisked away by his peculiar new friend to explore a land of magic.

The Unwanted Undead Adventurer

On April 17th, 2022, a TV anime adaptation of this series was officially confirmed at the “Overlap Bunko 9th Anniversary Online Event.”

Slated for a January 8th, 2024, premiere across channels like AT-X, this anime production will be handled by studio Connect, with Noriaki Akitaya directing.

Scriptwriting will be done by Yukie Sugawara, character design by Takao Sano, and music direction by Shun Narita.

The Unwanted Undead Adventurer (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Additional key staffing details revealed include the opening theme, “Immortal,” to be performed by the band Juvenile, while the ending theme song, “Keep Your Fire Burning,” will be by vocalist Mao Abe.

International streaming services Crunchyroll and Muse Communication have already secured licensing rights for various regions like South and Southeast Asia.

After years of fans hoping for an adaptation, excitement is high to finally see this sci-fi series brought to life in animated form in 2024.

With strong production talent attached, early indications suggest the anime will faithfully capture the essence of the source material that has garnered such an enthusiastic readership worldwide.

The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic

During a livestream event celebrating MF Books’ 8th anniversary on August 15th, 2021, an anime adaptation of this popular series was officially confirmed to be in production.

Later details revealed it would be a television series rather than a film. The animation will be done by Studio Add, working jointly with acclaimed studio Shin-Ei Animation, under the direction of Takahide Ogata.

Series composition duties were handed to Shogo Yasukawa, with character design by Keiji Tanabe and soundtrack composition by Elements Garden.

The Wrong Way to Use Healing Magic (Credits: Crunchyroll)

The premiere date was announced for January 6, 2024, with initial channels being Tokyo MX and BS11. The lively opening theme song, “Cure,” will be performed by the band Waterweed.

The more emotional ending theme, “Green Jade,” will be sung by longtime anime collaborator ChouCho.

For international audiences, streaming services Crunchyroll and Muse Communication have already secured distribution licenses for this highly anticipated adaptation in regions like South and Southeast Asia.

Given the talents involved and the eagerness of the global fanbase, expectations are high for this anime to faithfully capture the spirit of the source material when it airs next year. The wait is nearly over!

January 6

Shows that will be released on January 6, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

One Piece – Egghead Island arc

The Egghead Island Arc has seen monumental revelations about the One Piece world unfold. Koby and Pudding are kidnapped by the now fully devil-fruit-powered Blackbeard Pirates.

The mysterious genetic experiments known as the Seraphim are introduced. Sabo makes the bombshell claim to have witnessed Imu sitting atop the Empty Throne in Mary Geoise.

In another historical bombshell, the entire kingdom of Lulusia is secretly eliminated from memory and records by Imu’s power.

One Piece – Egghead Island arc (Credits: Crunchyroll)

The scientific genius Dr. Vegapunk finally makes a debut along with his outlandish satellites that orbit an island. In a family twist, Jewelry Bonney is outed as the daughter of previous Warlord Bartholomew Kuma. More of the missing centuries of the Void Century are detailed as well.

In the past, it’s revealed that Jaguar D. Saul somehow survived his supposed death. Both Rob Lucci and Kaku demonstrate Awakened Zoan devil fruit abilities. The CP0 agents Stussy and Miss Buckin have their true identities exposed. And for the first time, all Five Elders of the Celestial Dragons are formally introduced.

In a chaotic team-up, Lucci and Kaku partner with Luffy and Zoro out of necessity. Eustass Kid battles his former idol, Shanks, again, resulting in the utter destruction of Kid’s crew.

With all these monumental developments, the One Piece lore expands exponentially in unexpected ways during this saga!

Solo Leveling

In a fantasy world plagued by vicious monsters, hunters with special abilities battle to protect humanity from destruction. Among them is Jinwoo, considered the weakest hunter around.

After barely surviving a dungeon raid that kills his comrades, Jinwoo is mysteriously designated as the sole “player” for an obscure program called the System.

It grants him the exceptionally rare power to increase in strength through leveling up, as well as turning defeated enemies into undead “shadows” under his command.

Solo Leveling (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Once armed with this game-like ability, Jinwoo embarks on fighting ever-stronger foes, both human and monster alike.

Through these death-defying trials, he uncovers the hidden secrets behind the mystical dungeons and the true origin of his newfound skills.

Jinwoo steadily evolves from underdog to unrivaled overpowered hero as he strives to complete the System’s unknown end goal while protecting humanity along the way.

A Sign of Affection

Yuki Itose is a university student who has been deaf her entire life, shrouding her world in silence. She leads an isolated existence with minimal social contact beyond her best friend, Rin.

While commuting one day, Yuki meets Rin’s multilingual and well-traveled friend, Itsuomi Nagi. Unlike most people, Itsuomi is completely at ease upon learning Yuki is hearing-impaired. His warmth, open-mindedness, and experiences abroad intrigue her in ways she hasn’t felt before.

A Sign of Affection (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Though their initial encounter is brief, Yuki finds her fascination with him lingers well after.

As the aloof Itsuomi and reserved Yuki begin interacting more through fateful reunions, they gradually open up about their vastly different lives and viewpoints.

In sharing the worlds they occupy, the two start to shift each other’s perspectives bit by bit. For independent Yuki, who navigates daily life in silence, her encounter with Itsuomi may prove to be the catalyst that alters her rigid routines and limited social circle for good.

Tales of Wedding Rings

This comedic Isekai story follows Sato, an average high school student back on Earth. When his aloof childhood friend Hime suddenly bids him farewell, he impulsively chases after her – only to end up transported to a fantasy realm!

In this new magical world, Sato soon discovers that Hime is a princess betrothed to him; the two end up hastily married.

Tales of Wedding Rings (Credits: Crunchyroll)

Meanwhile, a mysterious mark brands him as the destined legendary warrior – the Ring King.

With his ordinary life turned upside down, Sato must quickly learn to navigate his new identities as husband, hero, and royal while figuring out this world of magic.

Throughout his chaotic adventures, he hopes to understand why his old friend Hime brought him here and what her real feelings are amidst their abrupt marriage.

This misplaced high schooler has a lot of mystical marital misunderstandings to sort out!

January 7

Shows that will be released on January 7, 2023, on Crunchyroll are –

7th Time Loop

Rishe Weitzner finds herself trapped in a looping timeline where every time, her engagement to the crown prince is called off, and she dies at 20.

Now, on her 7th loop, Rishe catches the eye of Prince Arnold from the notorious neighboring Hyne Kingdom – in all past lives, Arnold and Hyne were responsible for sparking devastating world wars.

Resigned to her bizarre fate, Rishe accepts Arnold’s marriage proposal on the condition she won’t handle any royal duties and can simply relax all day.

Bottom-tier Character Tomozaki Season 2 (Credits: Crunchyroll)

The irregular marriage also conveniently meets Arnold’s father’s order to take a symbolic foreign “hostage” through marriage.

As the unlikely pair weds, Rishe unexpectedly starts utilizing her extensive knowledge from past loops to greatly aid Hyne’s people, finding Arnold himself is not as cold-hearted as she knows him to become in the future.

Bound to Prince Arnold and the kingdom destined to ruin the world, Rishe questions whether she can alter their destructive paths.

As she uncovers more of Arnold’s true character during this loop, Rishe wonders what twists of time harden him into the feared tyrant she remembers – and if she has the power as his unlikely spouse to change that, along with her own doomed destiny.