August was a good month for anime fans, if not the greatest, and the same can be said for September. The best releases for this year are set for October, which includes anime like Mob Psycho season 3, Chainsaw Man, Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War, and more. But there are definitely some exciting anime movies and shows awaiting their release in September too.
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The anime set for September is a mixed bag of movies and TV shows. So, while you can enjoy the weekly episodes, on some days, you can savor a great movie with a tub full of popcorn on the others. Now let's catch up with the list without making you wait any longer.
1/6 Cyberpunk: Edgerunners (TV Show)
Starting the list with the most promising anime releasing in September, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners. The upcoming series is based on the popular videogame, Cyberpunk 2077. The series will consist of 10 episodes, and Studio Trigger is behind its animation, also known for Little Witch Academia, Kill la Kill, and Inferno Cop.
Cyberpunk Edgerunners is the story of a street kid named David, who finds himself in the technologically advanced city called Night City. In order to survive, David decides to become an edgerunner, a mercenary outlaw that goes by the name Cyberpunk.
Release date: September 13th, 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
2/6 Bastard!! - Heavy Metal Dark Fantasy (TV Show)
The show got its first season released on June 30th, 2022. But as the series was decided to run in two cours, we are yet to see the remaining 11 episodes of the second cour set to release in September. The show is based on a manga that started in 1998 and continued irregularly till 2000.
For those who have already seen the first cour of the series, know about the premise of the story. Dak Schnider was a wizard trapped inside a young boy's body. But now, he has to be unleashed as the kingdom of Metallicana is threatened by the evil forces who want to awake the God of Destruction Anthrasax.
Release date: September 15th, 2022
Release time: Netflix
3/6 Pokemon: The Arceus Chronicles (TV Show)
Pokemon is a well-known name in the anime community. In fact, one of the most well-received anime franchises around the world. So, it's obvious that the fans are waiting for its new release, Pokemon: The Arceus Chronicles. It's a 4 episode special series that aired in Japan in January 2022 to promote the release of its video game. Now it's time for the show's international release.
Ash, Goh, and his friends start their journey to the Sinnoh region alongside a powerful Pokemon. They also meet up with Brock and then continue to investigate the matter. The rumors about the threat turn out to be true, and Ash, along with his friends, tries everything in their power to save the city from destruction.
Release date: September 23rd, 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
4/6 The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbye (Movie)
The blend of romance and sci-fi anime turns out to be a great one, and here's the best one releasing in September. The upcoming movie is based on a light novel by Mei Hachimoku published in 2019. This is the first time the fans are getting an anime adaptation of the novel in the form of a movie.
The unique story of the movie revolves around a young boy named Kaoru Tono. Kaoru heard a rumor that there's a Urashima Tunnel far beyond the concept of space and time. The one who travels the tunnel finds his heart's desire on the other side. Kaoru mysteriously finds himself in front of the tunnel one night while thinking of his sister he lost years ago. While he travels the tunnel, one of his classmates, Anzu Hanaki, decides to travel alongside him.
Release Date: September 9th, 2022 (in Japan)
Where to watch: Cinemas
5/6 Drifting Home (Movie)
Here's another Netflix original anime movie coming on screens in September. Drifting Home comes from the mind of Hiroyasu Ishida, who is also the director of the upcoming movie. Studio Colorido is the animation studio behind the film, also known for its other works like Pokemon: Twilight Winds and Star Wars: Visions.
Drifting Home is the story of Kosuke and his friends, who visit a mysterious building, and soon they find themselves a part of a strange phenomenon, where they see themselves stuck in a mysterious ocean. Now, Kosuke and his friends must find their way home.
Release date: September 16th, 2022
Where to watch: Netflix
6/6 Duel Masters Win (TV Show)
There have been several anime shows and movies to Dual Masters Win, and a new series is just around the corner. We don't usually get an anime based on card games, so it would be something unique coming out in September.
Shobu Kirifuda is the main protagonist of the series, who wants to become a great duelist like his father. But it turns out the game is not as easy as it sounds. The card game revolves around five civilizations: Fire, Water, Light, Darkness, and Nature. The monsters from the game come to life and battle, and the person whose monster survive wins.
Release date: September 4th, 2022
Where to watch: N/A