Most Anticipated Fall 2026 Anime: MAL and AniList Member Rankings

Fall 2026 is shaping up as one of the most sequel-heavy anime seasons in recent memory. With dozens of titles confirmed for October premieres, MyAnimeList member registrations offer a reliable snapshot of pre-season anticipation. Here are the ten most tracked entries heading into the fall broadcast window.

The Top Five

1. The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 - 128,297 MAL Members

OLM's adaptation of Natsu Hyuuga's court mystery light novel series commands a massive lead over every other fall entry. Season 3 picks up in the aftermath of the Shi Clan's rebellion, with Maomao diving into a fresh set of palace intrigues. The premiere is locked in for October 2, 2026, making it the season's first major debut. Two acclaimed prior seasons have turned the franchise into one of the most consistently praised anime currently running, and anticipation for the third installment reflects that momentum.

2. Black Clover Season 2 - 96,469 MAL Members

Studio Pierrot brings Yuki Tabata's action-fantasy saga back to television after the 2023 theatrical film. The new TV season continues the story beyond the original 170-episode run, giving manga readers and anime-only fans alike a reason to revisit the Clover Kingdom. An October 2026 premiere window has been confirmed, though a specific date has not yet been announced.

3. Reincarnated as a Sword Season 2 - 89,454 MAL Members

C2C returns to animate the next arc of the isekai adventure following Teacher, a sentient sword, and his wielder Fran. Season 2 premieres October 8, 2026. The first season's brisk pacing and likable lead duo built a dedicated fanbase, and the sequel's member count reflects strong carry-over interest.

4. Blue Box Season 2 - 64,814 MAL Members

Electric Circus handles the second season of the romance-sports hybrid adapted from Kouji Miura's Shonen Jump manga. Taiki and Chinatsu's evolving relationship drives the story as the badminton and basketball arcs progress. The premiere is set for October 4, 2026, and the show streams on Netflix, where the first season drew a sizable international audience.

5. Tokyo Revengers: Three Deities War - 54,938 MAL Members

LIDENFILMS adapts the penultimate arc of Ken Wakui's delinquent time-travel thriller. Takemichi faces the Three Deities - Brahman, Rokuhara Tandai, and the Kantou Manji Gang - in what sets up the story's climactic final stretch. Premiering October 3, the arc carries high stakes and marks a tonal shift for the franchise.

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6. The Detective Is Already Dead Season 2 - 53,678 MAL Members

ENGI returns for the second season of the mystery-comedy series. The first season polarized viewers with its uneven adaptation, but the light novel's fanbase has kept anticipation alive for a more polished follow-up this October.

7. A Returner's Magic Should Be Special Season 2 - 41,422 MAL Members

Arvo Animation continues the fantasy-action series about Desir Arman's quest to prevent a catastrophic future. The first season aired in late 2023, and the sequel's member count suggests a quietly loyal viewership.

8. As a Reincarnated Aristocrat Season 3 - 34,972 MAL Members

Studio MOTHER picks up the isekai adventure for a third season. Ars Louvent's appraisal skill remains the hook as political maneuvering intensifies. The franchise has built steady momentum across its first two seasons on Crunchyroll.

9. Aoashi Season 2 - 28,856 MAL Members

TMS Entertainment brings back the grounded soccer drama adapted from Yugo Kobayashi's manga. Ashito's development within the Esperion youth academy continues, and the October 4 premiere positions it alongside Blue Box for a strong sports-anime Saturday.

10. Ice Rampart Season 2 - 26,767 MAL Members

Studio KAI rounds out the top ten with the second season of the drama-romance school series, premiering October 1. The original earned quiet praise for its character writing, and the sequel sits at the edge of broader seasonal conversation.

Beyond the Top Ten

Several titles outside the member-count top ten carry significant buzz. MAPPA's Ranma 1/2 Season 3, premiering October 4, continues the reimagined adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi's classic comedy with 20,839 MAL members tracked. Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 from Studio Trigger is confirmed as a standalone 10-episode run arriving on Netflix this fall, featuring an entirely new cast set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe. David Production's Hotaru no Yomeiri, a historical romance about an assassin and a marriage proposal, debuts October 9 as one of the season's most intriguing original-adjacent entries with nearly 23,000 members.

With premieres clustered in the first week of October, Fall 2026 will test how many sequels the schedule can support before audience attention fragments. The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 holds a commanding lead by every tracking metric, but Black Clover's return to television and a fresh Cyberpunk entry ensure no single title will dominate the conversation unchallenged.