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My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s, This Monster Wants to Eat Me and More Anime to Stream on Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll has officially unveiled a new lineup of anime series during its industry panel at the 2024 AnimagiC convention in Germany. The upcoming series, confirmed through Crunchyroll’s official announcements, span multiple genres—ranging from romantic comedies to dark fantasy—and are set for global streaming across various regions. Highlights include My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s, This Monster Wants to Eat Me, and several other notable titles scheduled for release in 2025 and 2026.
My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s
Release Date: October 2025
Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS
Based on the light novel series by Matsuri Akai and illustrated by Tozai, My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s follows high school student Akira Oda, who—along with his classmates—is summoned to another world. While others receive overpowered abilities, Akira is merely given the profession of an “assassin.” However, he quickly discovers that his skills surpass those of the “hero,” supposedly the world’s most powerful class. Forced to flee after being framed for a crime by the manipulative king, Akira navigates this treacherous new world using his wits and assassin techniques.
Additional production details including studio and cast are expected to be revealed closer to the premiere.
This Monster Wants to Eat Me
Release Date: October 2025
Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS
Adapted from the manga published by Yen Press, This Monster Wants to Eat Me tells the eerie and emotional story of Hinako, a lonely high school student plagued by trauma and the sensation of drowning. Her world turns upside down when she’s attacked by a monster—and then saved by a beautiful mermaid. However, this kindness comes with a dark condition: the mermaid’s salvation is temporary, as Hinako is destined to become its meal once she matures. Against the odds, a complex bond forms between predator and prey in this supernatural romance.
The Invisible Man and His Soon-to-Be Wife
Release Date: 2026
Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Indian Subcontinent
This romantic and mysterious series follows Akira Tounome—an invisible detective—and Shizuka Yakou, a blind woman who can always sense his presence. As they work together in Akira’s detective agency, a gentle romance blossoms between the invisible man and his perceptive companion. The anime explores themes of trust, perception, and connection in a unique supernatural setting.
Alma-chan Wants to Be a Family!
Release Date: 2025
Territories: Worldwide, excluding Japan and China
Created by a pair of unrecognized genius scientists, Enji and Suzume, “Alma” is a high-performance AI robot in the appearance of a young girl. Dubbed “Father” and “Mother” by Alma, the scientists begin an unconventional family dynamic as they nurture Alma’s development. The anime blends family comedy with science fiction and features Alma’s relentless curiosity and growth in a humorous and heartwarming narrative. Studio and cast information will be released at a later date.
Mechanical Marie
Release Date: October 2025
Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Indian Subcontinent
Set in a wealthy household, Mechanical Marie is the story of a former martial arts expert who now pretends to be a robot maid named Marie. Hired by Arthur, the heir to a powerful family with a disdain for humans, Marie must keep her true identity hidden while fending off threats and hiding her growing affections. The anime intertwines identity concealment and romance, with moments of suspense and comedy.
Plus-sized Misadventures in Love!
Release Date: October 2025
Territories: Worldwide excluding Japan, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Korea, and Taiwan
Adapted from the romantic comedy manga via MangaPlaza, this series tells the story of Yumeko, a girl weighed down by self-esteem issues and body image concerns. After a life-altering accident and waking up with a drastically changed appearance, Yumeko begins a journey filled with romantic entanglements, rising confidence, and even a murder mystery. The anime explores themes of self-love, perseverance, and societal beauty standards in an uplifting and energetic tone.
Roll Over and Die
Release Date: 2026
Territories: North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Indian Subcontinent
From Seven Seas Entertainment comes Roll Over and Die, a dark fantasy story about Flum Apricot, a girl born without magical aptitude in a world that only values strength. Betrayed by a trusted teammate and sold into slavery, Flum’s fate appears grim until she takes hold of a cursed weapon that awakens a terrifying new power. Her quest for vengeance and freedom begins as she reclaims control over her life. This gritty narrative dives into intense emotional themes and brutal action.
The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King
Release Date: October 2025
Territories: Worldwide excluding Japan and China
Based on the Seven Seas manga of the same name, this anime follows Serafina de Lavillant, the West’s strongest female knight, who is captured by Eastern tribes after a failed military campaign. Expecting tragedy, she is instead offered a proposal of marriage by the tribal king. What begins as a harrowing ordeal turns into a surprising tale of cultural discovery, emotional growth, and unexpected love. The anime explores cross-cultural connections and the dismantling of prejudice.
All titles announced are set to stream on Crunchyroll, with exact premiere dates and production information to be revealed in the coming months. In the meantime, anime fans across the globe can look forward to an exciting and diverse selection of new shows coming in 2025 and 2026.
