10 Trending Anime of 2025 : Let’s Look at The Must-Watch Hits!

As 2025 wraps up its whirlwind of seasonal premieres—from the snowy intrigue of Winter to the fiery clashes of Fall—the anime world has never felt more electric. With global streaming giants like Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu reporting record-breaking viewership (Crunchyroll alone crossed 17 million subscribers this summer), and theatrical smashes like Demon Slayer‘s Infinity Castle trilogy raking in over $780 million worldwide, the year has been a banner one for the medium. Drawing from Google Trends, Yahoo! Japan searches, MyAnimeList scores, and fan buzz on Reddit and X, these 10 trending anime capture the year’s pulse: explosive sequels, bold originals, and genre-bending gems. Whether it’s Tanjiro’s unyielding spirit in Demon Slayer or Sung Jinwoo’s shadowy ascendance in Solo Leveling, each offers vibrant animation, memorable casts, and that addictive “just one more episode” hook. Ranked by a blend of search volume, ratings, and social chatter, here’s what everyone’s talking about—no spoilers, just hype.

1. My Hero Academia: Final Season (Fall 2025, Crunchyroll/Hulu)

The explosive send-off to Deku and Class 1-A’s hero journey has claimed the top spot on AniTrendz Fall charts for weeks, blending high-octane quirk battles with heartfelt growth. Izuku Midoriya’s One For All mastery pairs with Katsuki Bakugo’s fiery blasts and Shoto Todoroki’s dual-element duels against villains like Tomura Shigaraki’s decay waves. Studio Bones’ fluid animation elevates every Smash—think All Might’s lingering United States of Smash echoes—making it a must for shonen fans craving closure with emotional depth.

Let’s see some trailer.

2. Solo Leveling: Season 2 (Winter 2025, Crunchyroll)

Sung Jinwoo’s gate-crashing evolution from E-rank hunter to shadow monarch continues to shatter records, with its second season topping fan-voted lists on Ranker and Collider. Cha Hae-In’s swordplay complements Jinwoo’s Arise summons, as they tackle Red Gate horrors and monarch-level threats with A-1 Pictures’ dazzling webtoon-faithful visuals. The power-scaling spectacle—shadow soldiers swarming ant raids—has it trending as a visual feast, outpacing even its explosive first season.

Let’s look at some trailer.

3. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Trilogy (Theatrical, 2025)

Ufotable’s cinematic swordplay has turned this into 2025’s box-office behemoth, the fifth-highest-grossing film globally. Tanjiro Kamado’s Water Breathing flows alongside Zenitsu’s Thunderclap flashes and Inosuke’s Beast techniques against Upper Moon demons in labyrinthine fortresses. The trilogy’s hashira spotlights—like Giyu Tomioka’s serene forms and Mitsuri Kanroji’s flexible love whips—deliver operatic action, cementing its status as anime’s theatrical triumph.

Again, let’s see some trailer.

4. Sakamoto Days: Season 1 (Winter 2025, Netflix)

This hitman-turned-family-man comedy-action hybrid spent 14 weeks on Netflix’s top non-English charts, blending John Wick flair with dad humor. Taro Sakamoto’s unassuming bulk belies his bullet-dodging kicks and gadget gadgets, teaming with Shin Asakura’s sniper shots and Heisuke Mashimo’s youthful agility against assassin syndicates. TMS Entertainment’s slick chases and over-the-top gags have fans raving about its fresh take on retirement life in the underworld.

Again, let’s see the trailer.

5. The Apothecary Diaries: Season 2 (Winter 2025, Crunchyroll)

Maomao’s herbal sleuthing in the imperial court has soared to 8.91 on MyAnimeList (sorry if I am wrong), praised for its witty mysteries and palace intrigue. The titular apothecary’s poison antidotes and deduction duels shine alongside Jinshi’s princely schemes and Basen’s guard duties amid eunuch ensembles. OLM’s lush historical visuals—silk robes fluttering in forbidden gardens—make it a trending escape for fans of clever, character-rich dramas.

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6. Dandadan: Season 2 (2025, Crunchyroll)

Science Saraki’s occult brawls with Momo Ayase’s spirit sightings return with Science Saru’s boundary-pushing animation, earning Collider’s nod for thrilling arcs. Okarun’s turbo-charged dashes and Momo’s ghost-punching combos clash against yokai hordes like turbo grannies and acorn demons. The season’s Evil Eye escalations promise more genre-mashing fun, keeping it a social media staple for its wild energy.

This is the released trailer.

7. Takopi’s Original Sin (2025 ONA, Various Platforms)

Taiki Nakabayashi’s time-hopping alien antics have rocketed to Google’s top trending spot in Japan, with an 8.79 MAL score (sorry if I am wrong) for its poignant vignettes. Takopi’s sticker-powered empathy and Shizuka’s childhood resilience weave through emotional sketches, blending humor with heartfelt growth. The short-form brilliance—cute designs hiding deeper themes—has it hailed as a sleeper hit for its innovative storytelling.

This is the trailer from Crunchyroll.

8. Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX (Spring 2025, Various)

Sunrise’s mecha revival topped Yahoo! Japan’s trending list, dividing yet captivating with its bold narrative swings. Pilots like Amuro Ray-inspired aces command mobile suits in colony skirmishes, unleashing beam rifle barrages and saber clashes against Zeon remnants. The divisive debut episode’s tragic beats have sparked endless debates, but its high-stakes space opera visuals keep it buzzing in Gundam fandoms.

This is the trailer from Gundam channel

9. Dragon Ball Daima (2025, Various)

Akira Toriyama’s final script shines in Toei’s pint-sized Super Saiyan saga, lauded for animation rivaling Super‘s peaks. Goku’s mini-form ki blasts and Vegeta‘s prideful pride bursts adventure through demon realms with Pan’s saiyan spunk and Supreme Kai’s guidance. The demon world explorations—energy-absorbing foes and dragon ball hunts—have it trending as a nostalgic yet fresh evolution.

Let’s see the trailer.

10. Witch Hat Atelier (2025, Various)

This magical coming-of-age tale, long-awaited from its manga hype, captivates with Studio Colorido’s enchanting wand-weaving. Coco’s ink-to-magic aspirations bloom alongside Qifrey’s atelier mentorship and Richeh’s broom flights amid forbidden spell tomes. The world’s layered witchcraft—levitating quills and illusionary beasts—positions it as a visual stunner for fantasy lovers, already generating awards-season whispers.

This is the trailer.

These 10 aren’t just trending—they’re redefining anime’s global reach, from Netflix binges to theater marathons. With 2025’s output rivaling 2024’s highs (think Frieren and Jujutsu Kaisen teases for next year), it’s a golden era. Whether you’re drawn to MHA’s heroic heart or Sakamoto’s sly smiles, dive in—the sub/dub drops are waiting. What’s your top pick? The online fandom’s endless debates await!