Most of what's trending this fall is a sequel. Here is what to watch before each new season, with episode counts so you know how long catching up takes. Checked on 15 November 2026.

The Apothecary Diaries 3rd Season

TV, OLM, Fall 2026, 12 episodes listed. Score: 8.47/10.

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Watch both earlier seasons first: the third season picks up right where the second leaves off. A film and a second part of Season 3 are also listed. That's 48 episodes to catch up on. Full order, specials included: The Apothecary Diaries watch order.

Black Clover 2nd Season

TV, Pierrot, Fall 2026, 6 episodes listed. Score: 8.62/10.

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The first series is long (170 episodes). The film Sword of the Wizard King is a side story you can skip. That's 170 episodes to catch up on. Full order, specials included: Black Clover watch order.

Tokyo Revengers: Battle of Three Deities

TV, Liden Films, Fall 2026, 13 episodes listed. Score: 7.83/10.

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Watch in release order: the first season, then Christmas Showdown, then Tenjiku. The new arc follows straight on. That's 50 episodes to catch up on.

Blue Box Season 2

TV, Electric Circus, Fall 2026, 12 episodes listed. Score: 8.13/10.

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Season 1 is 25 episodes and is essential: the romance builds slowly. That's 25 episodes to catch up on.

Reincarnated as a Sword 2nd Season

TV, C2c, Fall 2026, 12 episodes listed. Score: 7.68/10.

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One 12-episode season to catch up on. That's 12 episodes to catch up on.

A Wild Last Boss Appeared! 2

TV, Wao World, Fall 2026, 7 episodes listed. Score: 7.29/10.

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Season 1 aired just a year earlier, 12 episodes. That's 12 episodes to catch up on.

As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World Season 3

TV, Geyeg Pictures, Fall 2026, 12 episodes listed. Score: 7.37/10.

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Two 12-episode seasons, both from 2024. That's 24 episodes to catch up on.

From Old Country Bumpkin to Master Swordsman Season 2

TV, Hayabusa Film, Summer 2026, 12 episodes. Score: 7.35/10.

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One 12-episode season (2025). That's 12 episodes to catch up on.

Aoashi Season 2

TV, Tms Entertainment, Fall 2026, 6 episodes listed. Score: 8.03/10.

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Season 1 is 24 episodes and covers Ashito's first year in the Tokyo Esperion youth team. That's 24 episodes to catch up on.

Link Click 3rd Season

ONA, Cmc Media, Summer 2026, 12 episodes. Score: 8.27/10.

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The Chinese time-travel thriller about two friends who can step into photographs. The short Bridon Arc sits between Seasons 2 and 3. That's 29 episodes to catch up on.

New to anime this season?

Not every trending show needs homework. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run is a self-contained part of its series, and new series like Psyren and Firefly Wedding start from episode one. See what else is popular on the trending page or the full Fall 2026 chart.