Upcoming Anime in 2025: Discover the exciting anime adaptations of popular manhwa and webtoons, including Solo Leveling S2, True Beauty, and more! Manhwa and webtoons have surged in popularity, with titles like The Beginning After the End and The Remarried Empress gaining international fame, often surpassing well-known manga. This growing popularity has prompted animation studios to turn these beloved stories into new anime productions.
Solo Leveling Season 2: Arise From the Shadow
Anime Series By A-1 Pictures Following the success of its first season, Solo Leveling returns with a second season. Sung Jinwoo’s journey continues as he explores his newfound powers and uncovers deeper mysteries. Though expected by the end of 2024, the release date remains unconfirmed..
Terror Man
Anime Series by Dr Movie & Studio Bazooka Super String’s universe expands with Terror Man, a manhwa by Han Dong-Woo & Ko Jin-Ho. This series, featuring Jungwoo Min, a protagonist who sees misfortune and uses threats to avert disasters, is being adapted by Studio Bazooka and Dr. Movie. Despite an early 2023 trailer, the release date remains unconfirmed.
True Beauty
Anime Series by Studio N & Cocktail Media Yaongyi’s True Beauty critiques societal beauty standards through Jugyeong Lim’s transformative journey. Set for an August 2024 simulcast on Crunchyroll, this series balances romantic comedy with social commentary.
Gosu
Anime Series by Toei Animation & Studio N The martial arts epic Gosu by Ryu Gi-un & Mun Jung-Hoo, with over 1.4 billion views, is being adapted by Toei Animation and Studio N. Though announced in 2023, more details will likely emerge post-2025 due to Toei’s current projects.
Tomb Raider King
Anime Series by Studio EEK Tomb Raider King, adapted from Sanji Jiksong & 3B2S’s web novel, introduces Jooheon-Seo, a tomb explorer with a quest for revenge. Announced for 2026 by Studio EEK, this anime is expected to rival Solo Leveling in popularity.
Season of Blossom
Anime Series by Studio XTorm The beloved romance manhwa Season of Blossom by Hongduck and Nemone is being adapted by Studio XTorm. The series, presented as an anthology exploring themes of love, friendship, and grief, was initially set for early 2024 but now awaits further updates.
The Boxer
Anime Series by Studio XTorm Ji-Hoon Jeong’s The Boxer, known for its intense, emotional narrative, is set for a global release in late 2025. This sports manhwa, exploring themes of self-worth and personal growth, promises a powerful adaptation.
A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special Season 2
Anime Series by Arvo Animation Following the success of its first season, A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special, adapted from the webtoon by Wookjakga, will return for a second season. The story of Desir Arman, a magician who travels back in time to change the future, continues to captivate audiences on Crunchyroll.
Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint
Anime Series Produced by Aniplex Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint, based on singNsong & Sleepy-C’s web novel, merges reality with fiction. Aniplex’s adaptation, set to stream on Crunchyroll, is highly anticipated by fans of epic narratives.
1 Second
Anime Series by NAMU Animation The action-packed manhwa 1 Second by Sini & Kwang Woon is set for an anime adaptation by NAMU Animation and Duripix, announced in October 2023. Known for their work on Boruto and Black Clover, NAMU Animation is preparing a 13-episode season to debut in 2024. The series follows Hosu, a firefighter with a unique ability to see the future, racing against time to prevent disasters
Conclusion
The rise of manhwa and webtoon adaptations marks a new era in anime, bringing fresh and diverse stories to a global audience. With each new series, the influence of these Korean narratives continues to grow, enriching the anime landscape with innovative plots and unique characters.
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