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‘Haunted Hotel’ Season 3 Confirmed for 2027: Will Forte and Eliza Coupe Return for More Spooky Fun

November 2, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: 2027 on Netflix

Series synopsis: A single mother tries to run the world’s most haunted hotel with her ghost brother, two kids, a demon trapped in a little boy’s body, and an ever growing collection of ghosts, monsters, and supernatural disasters.

Statement from creator Matt Roller: “I’m so excited to invite viewers back to the Undervale! Season three is full of the biggest, funniest, scariest, saddest, and Abaddoniest stories we’ve ever told, and I can’t wait for everyone to see them. Candles!”

Voice cast:
Will Forte as Nathan
Eliza Coupe as Katherine
Skyler Gisondo as Ben
Natalie Palamides as Esther
Jimmi Simpson as Abaddon

Created by Matt Roller.

Executive produced by Chris McKenna, Dan Harmon, Steve Levy and Matt Roller.

‘Go With the Clouds, North-by-Northwest’ Official Trailer: Aki Irie’s Manga Gets Netflix Anime Adaptation

October 9, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: 2007

Synopsis: Sometimes a journey. Sometimes a mystery. Welcome to Land’s End, Iceland, 64 degrees north.

17-year-old Kei Miyama carries three secrets: he can talk to cars, he can’t talk to girls, and, well… he’s a detective.

One day, he’s bringing home a runaway dog. The next, he’s tracking down a stranger’s love at first sight.

Directed by Yosuke Kubo.

Written by Takashi Sano.

Character Design by Chikashi Kubot.

Based on the manga series by Aki Irie.

Starring Tomohiro Ono as Kei Miyama.

‘Dragon Ball Super: Beerus’ Trailer and Release Date: Goku, Vegeta and Universe 7 Get Visual Upgrades

October 4, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 11, 2026 on Crunchyroll and Hulu. October 17, 2026 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Set several years after the fierce battle against Majin Buu, the series finds Earth enjoying a rare period of peace.

At the same time, Beerus, the God of Destruction, awakens from a long slumber. Upon hearing rumours of a Saiyan warrior who defeated Frieza, Beerus sets his sights on Goku.

As the strongest being in the universe arrives on Earth, Goku and his allies are drawn into a cosmic battle that will shake the entire universe.

Dragon Ball Super: Beerus is the newly enhanced version of Dragon Ball Super, with improved story, animation, dialogue, music and sound.

Original Work, Story and Character Design by Akira Toriyama.

‘The Ramparts of Ice’ Season 2 Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Voice Cast

October 1, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 1, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: The Ramparts of Ice follows Koyuki Hikawa, a high school girl who struggles to connect with others and keeps everyone at a distance. She spends her days quietly, keeping to herself except when she’s with her childhood friend, Miki Azumi.

That is, until Minato Amamiya, a surprisingly pushy guy, unexpectedly barges into her life. As they grow closer, Koyuki and Minato begin to develop feelings for each other that go beyond mere friendship.

Meanwhile, Yota, the gentle basketball player, finally confesses to Miki the feelings he’s harbored for years.

Some speak their hearts while others keep their emotions hidden, causing their paths — and their feelings for one another — to continuously cross and pass by.

Directed by MANQ.

Written by Yasuhiro Nakanishi.

Based on the manga by Kocha Agasawa.

Music by Kanade Sakuma and Natsumi Tabuchi.

‘Unicorn Academy: Secrets Revealed’ Season 2 Trailer, Release Date and Stills

September 24, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 8, 2026 on Netflix

The season will be split in two, with the second half premiering Spring 2027.

Synopsis: Sophia, Wildstar, and the rest of the Sapphires are back on Unicorn Academy’s good side and are using their magical new wings to go on rescue missions around the island.

But when a series of mysterious disasters begin plaguing the island, they all must work together to uncover more of the island’s secrets.

Created by Michelle and Robert Lamoreaux.

‘Doozie’s Doghouse’ Season 1 Trailer and Release Date: ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ Spin-Off Stars Gabby’s Little Sister

September 24, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: November 9, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Doozie is pinching into her very own Doghouse for some puppy-riffic adventures with her best pup Puggie and all her Doozie Dogs.

Doozie’s Doghouse is a mixed-media series filled with tail-wagging surprises, woof-tastic unboxings, and imaginative play.

Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey.

‘Ray Gunn’ Trailer: Brad Bird’s New Animated Film Stars Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson and Tom Waits

September 23, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 4, 2026 in select theaters and December 18, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: In Metropia, a gigantic city in an alternate future as seen from 1939, private eye Raymond Gunn is drawn into a case involving aliens, murder and a multimedia star named Venus Nova.

Directed by Brad Bird (The Iron Giant, The Incredibles, Ratatouille and Incredibles 2).

Written by Brad Bird and Matthew Robbins (Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio).

‘Bride of the Barrier Master’ Teaser Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Voice Cast

September 21, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January, 2027 on Netflix

Synopsis: For centuries, Japan has been protected from outside threats by five sacred pillar stones.

Hana Ichise was born into a branch family of sorcerers tasked with protecting one of these pillar stones. From a young age, she was constantly compared to her exceptionally talented twin older sister and subjected to mistreatment.

One day, Hana suddenly awakens to an immense power. However, longing for a peaceful, ordinary life, she conceals her abilities and continues living as a seemingly mediocre sorcerer.

But Saku Ichinomiya, the young head of the main family, sees through her hidden power and unexpectedly presses her to marry him.

Will Hana finally be able to obtain the quiet life she has always wished for?

Directed by Toru Kitahata.

Written by Yuko Kakihara.

Based on the light novels by Kureha and Bodax.

Character Design by Minami Murayama.

Music by Yukari Hashimoto, Ruka Kawada and RON.

‘Steps’ Trailer, Release Date and Voice Cast: Netflix Puts a New Twist on Cinderella

September 17, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: November 20, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Sick of living in Cinderella’s shadow, Lilith steals the Fairy Godmother’s magic wand and hijacks the Royal Ball with her sister Margot — dooming the kingdom to the tyrannical rule of Priscilla, a villainous schemer who swoops in and snatches the throne.

Now, Lilith must team up with Cinderella to fight biker trolls, outrun evil henchmen, and escape the Screaming Woods on a quest to save the kingdom, but most importantly, their relationship.

Directed by Alyce Tzue (Soar) and John Ripa (Raya and the Last Dragon).

Written by Ava Tramer, James Madejski, Jen Chuck, Dana Schwartz, Felicia Ho, Riki Lindhome and Kate Micucci.

Original Score by Kris Bowers (The Wild Robot).

‘Haunted Hotel’ Season 2 Trailer and Release Date: Supernatural Comedy Starring Will Forte Returns with 8 New Episodes

September 16, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 9, 2026 on Netflix

Series synopsis: A single mother tries to run the world’s most haunted hotel with her ghost brother, two kids, a demon trapped in a little boy’s body, and an ever growing collection of ghosts, monsters, and supernatural disasters.

Voice cast:
Will Forte as Nathan
Eliza Coupe as Katherine
Skyler Gisondo as Ben
Natalie Palamides as Esther
Jimmi Simpson as Abaddon

Created by Matt Roller.

Executive produced by Chris McKenna, Dan Harmon, Steve Levy and Matt Roller.

‘Blue Box’ Season 2 Trailer and Release Date: Netflix Anime Returns After 2 Years

September 1, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 4, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Blue Box follows Taiki Inomata, a student at Eimei Junior and Senior High who is a member of the boys’ badminton team. Every morning, he trains alongside his crush Chinatsu Kano, who is on the girls’ basketball team.

When Chinatsu’s parents leave Japan to work abroad, she moves in with Taiki’s family, and Taiki aims to slowly develop his relationship with her as they each pursue their sports dreams.

Directed by Daisuke Sako.

Written by Yuko Kakihara.

Based on the manga by Kouji Miura.

Music by Takashi Ohmama.

Character Design by Miho Tanino.

‘Stranger Things: Tales from ’85’ Season 2 Official Trailer: Eleven and the Hawkins Kids Return for a Supernatural Valentine’s Day Adventure

August 25, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 17, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: With Valentine’s Day on the way, the gang must uncover the truth behind ghostly apparitions and a swarm of strange creatures causing chaos around town.

Executive produced by Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer, and Eric Robles.

‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 Teaser Trailer and Release Date: Critically Acclaimed Series Returns After 3 Years

August 22, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January 19, 2027 on Netflix

Synopsis: In Season 2, Mizu’s bloody quest continues in London, where she faces new friends, old foes, and her own demons.

In Japan, Akemi and Taigen navigate Edo Castle under a dangerous new Shogun, while Ringo searches for new purpose.

Created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green.

Voice cast:
Maya Erskine as Mizu
Brenda Song as Akemi
Darren Barnet as Taigen
Masi Oka as Ringo
Jonathan Pryce as Old Violet
Joel Kim Booster as Priest Ando
Sherry Cola as Kuma

Netflix also confirmed that a third and final season is in the works.

‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ Season 14 Trailer, Release Date, Stills and Episode Details

August 21, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

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Release date: September 14, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Things are about to get pup-tastic! The dollhouse is filled with double the paws as Gabby’s little sister Doozie and her best puppy pal Puggie arrive for their first-ever cat and dog playdate.

From a dog ear unboxing to a cat-tastic kitchen collaboration with Cakey and CreamPup, Gabby and Doozie know that sisters are better together.

Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey.

‘Mononoke the Movie: Chapter III – The Curse of the Serpent’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast List

August 19, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 29, 2026 on Netflix

Directed by Tomoaki Koshida.

Written by Yasumi Atarashi.

Original Score by Taku Iwasaki.

Synopsis: After the fierce battle between the Medicine Seller, wielder of the Sacred Sword, and the Karakasa, followed by the conflict with the Hinezumi — two major incidents born of Mononoke — peace appears, at last, to have returned to the Inner Chambers. Yet the Medicine Seller senses that something has not been laid to rest… and remains ever watchful.

Amidst this uneasy calm, Yukiko, the lawful wife of the Emperor, is blessed with a long-awaited male heir. But the joy is fleeting — the child is lost, despite all prayers offered.

Having wished to change her hollow marriage through the birth of an heir, Yukiko falls into despair… and is drawn into a conspiracy that threatens the very foundation of the Inner Chambers.

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