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Madoka Magica: Walpurgisnacht Rising Reveals Maaya Sakamoto as Mysterious New Character
Puella Magi Madoka Magica the Movie -Walpurgisnacht Rising- has introduced another major mystery to its increasingly complicated story, with acclaimed voice actress Maaya Sakamoto joining the cast. The announcement reveals that Sakamoto voices an unnamed upperclassman, a character also known as Wasu, whose appearance immediately draws attention because of her resemblance to Homura Akemi. The casting was revealed through the movie’s official social media account on September 11, 2026. Maaya Sakamoto Joins the Madoka Magica Cast Sakamoto is one of…
The 15 Best Thriller Anime Series From the Past 15 Years, Ranked
The world of anime is not limited to action, animation, and adventure, with thrillers offering stories built around mystery, danger, fear, and suspense. Over the past 15 years, the genre has moved beyond simple murder mysteries to explore survival games, supernatural threats, science fiction, crime, political conspiracies, and intense mind games. Some anime create tension through hidden clues and strange events, while others place their characters in situations where one wrong choice can have serious consequences. Many also blend thriller…
The 15 Best Anime of the Last 15 Years, Ranked
Anime has undergone a remarkable shift in both its creative ambitions and its global reach. Streaming transformed how audiences discovered Japanese animation, while light novel adaptations, original productions, and visually ambitious projects continued to expand what television anime could achieve. Some series became defining works because of their storytelling and characters, while others left a stronger impression through animation, genre experimentation, cultural influence, or industry recognition. This period also saw anime move further into mainstream entertainment, making the distinction between…
Crunchyroll’s Dark Anime From the Dandadan Studio Gets a Finale Date
Science SARU’s highly anticipated Ghost in the Shell anime has reached the final stretch of its first season, and fans now know exactly when the new adaptation will conclude. The 2026 series is scheduled for 10 episodes, with Episode 10, titled “BRAIN DRAIN iii + GHOST COAST + EPILOGUE,” released on September 8, 2026, on Prime Video. The finale marks the end of Science SARU’s new interpretation of Masamune Shirow’s influential cyberpunk manga. Prime Video lists the series as a…
Dragon Ball and One Piece VA Mike McFarland Dies at 56, Leaving Anime Fans Heartbroken
Mike McFarland, the veteran voice actor and ADR director whose work helped shape English-language anime for decades, died at 56. McFarland passed away on September 9, 2026, following a battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. His death was reported by multiple outlets, with People reporting that he died surrounded by loved ones at a Dallas care facility. The Texas-born performer became one of the most recognizable voices in English-dubbed anime. While his résumé covered numerous major franchises,…
EAT-MAN Returns With New Anime The Over Order After 28 Years
Nearly three decades after Eat-Man last received a television anime, Akihito Yoshitomi’s sci-fi manga is officially returning with a completely new animated project. Titled EAT-MAN The Over Order, the upcoming anime marks the franchise’s third adaptation and brings back Masashi Ebara as the voice of its mysterious protagonist, Bolt Crank. The announcement was made on September 10, 2026, alongside a newly illustrated teaser visual and a short promotional video. Most notably, Yoshitomi is directly involved in the production as both…