Crunchyroll has shared its October anime lineup, which includes over forty series, including the premiere of Firefly Wedding, plus the return of two popular series: The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 and Black Clover Season 2.

Check out the list of movies, series and specials coming to Crunchyroll in October 2026 below. In the comments section, let me know which ones you are the most excited to watch.

---

OCTOBER 1

The Prince of Tennis II U-17 WORLD CUP: Final Member Selection Match [New Series on Crunchyroll]

The World Cup final against Spain is just around the corner, but not everyone will make the lineup. To determine who takes the court for Japan, Coach Mifune calls for a Final Member Selection Match, where teammates face off for spots on the roster.

OCTOBER 2

FX Fighter Kurumi-chan [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Buy! Sell! Profit…or lose it all! University student Kurumi Fukuga jumps into the fast-moving world of foreign exchange trading to recover the 20 million yen her late mother lost. Together with fellow FX enthusiasts Mochiko, Mebuki and Yasuko, she’ll battle volatile markets where every decision can lead to fortune—or disaster.

OCTOBER 3

The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 [Crunchyroll Series]

The rebellion is over, but peace and quiet rarely last in Li. Just as Maomao resumes her pharmacist life, a strange breakfast pulls her into a new mystery. Meanwhile, Jinshi takes on his responsibilities as the Imperial Brother, haunted by a warning. As rumours spread of an immortal maiden amid a coming famine, the search for answers extends far beyond Li’s borders.

OCTOBER 4

Black Clover Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

As tyranny engulfs the Clover Kingdom, Asta and the Magic Knights launch a desperate raid on the Spade Kingdom to rescue their squad captains from the Dark Triad. But their mission leads them into a brutal battle against forces beyond anything they’ve ever faced.

A Tale of the Secret Saint [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Fia always dreamed of being a great knight, despite her lack of talent as a swordswoman. Then, a brush with death in battle awakens memories of her past life as the legendary Saint who defeated the Demon King. Her powers return, but so do the enemies who killed her once before.

Magical Explorer [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Kousuke Takioto reincarnates as the unfortunate friend character in the world of an adult game. But just when he decides to use his game knowledge to become the strongest, he encounters a non-existent cohabitation route with the previously non-romanceable beautiful mother and daughter pair.

Romelia War Chronicle [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Victory over the Demon King should have been Romelia’s triumph. Instead, her fiancé, Prince Henri, breaks off their engagement and sends her home in disgrace to a province in ruins. With no aid in sight, Romelia vows to raise an army, rebuild the ruined towns and restore a struggling kingdom.

VERTEX FORCE [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Middle school student Akira Todo lives a peaceful life in northern Okinawa with his elder sister Haruka and mother, who runs a café. But this family has a secret: Haruka’s “Engine” power, which she inherited from their father. When strange events begin occurring around the world, Akira and those around him are drawn into a battle that could decide the fate of the universe.

#I’m Looking For a Zombie [New Series on Crunchyroll]

It may be a ruined city ravaged by zombies, but to Aki and her friends, it’s amazing. Having grown up only hearing stories of the old world and the mysterious outbreak that wiped out humanity, she sets off with her childhood friends in search of her missing father.

OCTOBER 5

Reborn as a Space Mercenary: I Woke Up Piloting the Strongest Starship! [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Takahiro Satou’s days filled with boredom and hardship are over when he wakes up in the sci-fi game he plays obsessively, sitting in the cockpit of a powerfully equipped spaceship. Renaming himself Hiro, he begins a new life as a mercenary.

Aoashi Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

Aoi Ashito’s game has now earned him a spot on the A team, but he is quickly overwhelmed by his harsh new reality. Surrounded by elite players like Kuribayashi and Akutsu, practices are just as merciless as the matches.

HOTEL INHUMANS Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

The best hotels must meet certain standards, including the finest cuisine, ways to relax and entertainment. Of course, they also need the best selection of weapons, reliable ways to falsify one’s identity and ways to dispose of evidence. At this hotel on the border of death stand two concierges, Ikuro Hoshi and Sara Haizaki.

Uncle’s Obsession with Cute Things [New Series on Crunchyroll]

By day, Mitsutaka Oji is the handsome, dependable boss everyone admires. By night, he dotes on his favourite mascot, Pugtaro, and indulges his secret obsession with all things cute.

Even Though I’m a Super Timid Noble Girl, I Accepted the Bet From My Cunning Fiancé [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Pia Rockwell is a minor villainess in the game Caroline and the Rainbow Magic Sweets. At the end of the game, she’s destined to be judged at her graduation party, see her engagement broken off and be banished from the kingdom. Realising she’s doomed, Pia attempts to change her fate.

OCTOBER 6

Hello, I am a Witch and my Crush Wants me to Make a Love Potion! [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Rose, a lone witch who lives quietly by the lake, is asked by the knight she secretly loves to brew a love potion—for someone else. Though heartbroken, she cannot refuse him, choosing instead to treasure the fleeting time they spend together gathering ingredients.

So What’s Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin? [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Office worker Akira Yagami loses his life after jumping into oncoming traffic to save a child, only to be reincarnated in another world as a goblin. Normally, goblins live for only seven days, but Akira’s unique skill gives him 80 years to leave his mark on the world.

OCTOBER 7

The Laid-Off Cheat-Granting Mage Enjoys a Second Lease on Life [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Rein spent years enhancing his guildmates’ gear with magic, only to be expelled the moment he enchanted everything. Unfazed, Rein steals back his magic, pours it into his own sword and sets off as an adventurer.

OCTOBER 8

Magic Knight Rayearth [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Hikaru Shidou, Umi Ryuuzaki and Fuu Hououji aren’t from Cephiro. While on a school field trip to Tokyo Tower, Princess Emeraude, the Pillar of Cephiro, cries out for the Magic Knights to save her world—and those three girls are chosen.

Sasaki and Peeps Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

Sasaki is a middle-aged office worker living in Japan who heads to a pet shop in search of a new companion. There he finds an adorable bird named Peeps, only to discover Peeps is actually a powerful mage from another world.

The World’s Strongest Witch [New Series on Crunchyroll]

After using her SSS-Rank skill, Internet, to crush her former family’s ambitions, Lorna is free to travel the world. Her next stop is the port town of Aquas, where she hopes to see the sights and eat some fresh seafood—only to find the town on the brink of destruction.

The Detective is Already Dead Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

After thwarting a hijacking with beautiful, silver-haired detective Siesta, Kimihiko leads a life of globe-trotting and crime-solving—until Siesta dies. A year later, a new case opens old wounds as it threads together murder, conspiracy and his dead partner.

OCTOBER 9

The Iceblade Sorcerer Shall Rule the World II [Crunchyroll Series]

Once dismissed as the sole ordinary student at the elite Arnold Academy of Sorcery, Ray White—secretly the Iceblade Sorcerer—has finally earned his place. With a new school year comes a new challenge: The Magicks War.

OCTOBER 10

Firefly Wedding [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Satoko Kirigaya has everything a noblewoman could want—except time. With her life running out, she’s determined to marry well and make her father proud. But when a ruthless assassin kidnaps her, she makes a desperate offer: “Marry me, and we’ll have it all.”

OCTOBER 11

Paw & Palaces [New Series on Crunchyroll]

In the culturally rich Forbidden City, six imperial cats carry the sacred mission of protecting the memories of cultural relics known as “Wuhua.” Able to enter the world of Wuhua, the guardians repeatedly confront the destructive force known as Black Owl.

The Vermilion Mask [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Apprentice mask maker Peru should have known the perils of The Masks. Possessed by the Mask of the Warrior God, he unintentionally kills his friends and his master, the legendary Gaston Roux. Wracked with guilt, Peru vows to destroy every mask his master created.

OCTOBER 12

Ace of the Diamond act II -Second Season- Cour 2 [Crunchyroll Series]

The Seido baseball club has been invited to the spring invitational at Koshien Stadium, and Sawamura will finally stand on the mound. Standing between Seido and the national title are last year’s summer tournament winners, Komadai Fujimaki, and their unstoppable ace Masamune Hongo.

OCTOBER 14

Chitose Is in the Ramune Bottle 2nd Cour [Crunchyroll Series]

Saku Chitose is a student at Fujishi High School, the most prestigious school in Fukui Prefecture. Outstanding in class, on the field and in his social life, Saku attracts attention, good and bad. Now in the spring of his second year, he’s asked to help a shut-in classmate return to school life.

DARK MACHINE THE ANIMATION [New Series on Crunchyroll]

Popular esport DARK MACHINE captivates people around the world and has transformed the economy of Japan. Kairi arrives in the exclusive economic zone known as Golden Valley with his late grandfather’s final words in mind: “Find Senki.” After meeting a young girl named Rudora, Kairi becomes a DARK MACHINE player and discovers his talent with each fierce battle.

OCTOBER 17

Dreamland [New Series on Crunchyroll]

After his mother dies in a fire, Terrence lives in total apathy and is terrified by any flame. After overcoming his pyrophobia, he becomes a Voyager able to command fire and explore Dreamland, the mysterious dimension where humanity’s dreams and nightmares come to life.

COMING SOON

A Returner’s Magic Should Be Special Season 2 [Crunchyroll Series – Coming Soon]

In a land dominated by the formidable Shadow Worlds, most of humanity has been destroyed. Six heroes fight a perilous battle and fail, but one of the last mages, Desir, is suddenly sent back in time 13 years with knowledge of the grim future.

PSYREN [New Series on Crunchyroll – Coming Soon]

In search of his friend, Ageha is drawn into rumours of nationwide disappearances and a deadly game begins.

CONTINUING SERIES

• Red River [Continuing Series on Crunchyroll] – New episodes on Wednesdays.
• The Exiled Heavy Knight Knows How to Game the System [Continuing Series on Crunchyroll] – New episodes on Fridays.
• Please Excuse My Younger Brothers [Continuing Series on Crunchyroll]- New episodes on Saturdays.
• Case Closed (Detective Conan) [Continuing Series on Crunchyroll] – New episodes on Sundays.
• Star Detective Precure! [Continuing Series on Crunchyroll] – New episodes on Sundays.

---

Check out our ‘Now Streaming‘ page to discover what else is available to stream on Stan, Prime Video, Netflix, and more in Australia.

[Descriptions provided by Crunchyroll]