The anime community is gearing up for an action-packed February 2026, with a diverse lineup of new movies, highly anticipated sequels, and fresh series set to premiere. From gritty card-battle reboots to long-awaited martial arts sequels and heartwarming romantic comedies, this month offers something for every fan. Viewers can catch these releases in Japanese theatres or stream them on popular platforms like Crunchyroll, Netflix, and YouTube.
Complete February 2026 Anime Release Schedule
February 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for anime enthusiasts, featuring both new titles and continuing series. Below is a detailed overview of the premieres scheduled for this month, along with their respective release dates and where to watch them.
Duel Masters LOST: Boukyaku no Taiyou (6 February)
Kicking off the month on 6 February 2026, Duel Masters LOST: Boukyaku no Taiyou is a fantasy card-battle mini-series. This gritty four-episode installment, the third in the LOST series, imagines a world where protagonist Win Kirifuda is defeated and loses his memories. Set in a desolate version of Tokyo, the story follows a high school-aged Win as he navigates a realm where card game creatures materialize into lethal, real-world threats known as the Lost Field. Produced by J.C. Staff and Shogakukan Music & Digital Entertainment, and directed by Riki Fukushima, it streams weekly on the official Duel Masters YouTube channel.
Gintama Movie 3: Yoshiwara in Flames (13 February)
Premiering on 13 February 2026, Gintama Movie 3: Yoshiwara in Flames is an action-comedy sci-fi film. The plot follows Gintoki Sakata and the Odd Jobs crew as they infiltrate the underground red-light district of Yoshiwara to rescue a friend and liberate the city from the Harusame space pirates. Directed by Naoya Ando and produced by Bandai Namco Pictures, it will be available in Japanese theatres and on Crunchyroll.
The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie (13 February)
Also releasing on 13 February 2026, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie is a heartwarming romance-comedy-drama. This film recaps the sweet, awkward vibes from the first two seasons while adding fresh drama for fans of Kyotaro Ichikawa and Anna Yamada. It follows Kyotaro, a brooding kid with dark thoughts, as he fumbles his crush on the bubbly class idol Anna. Directed by Hiroaki Akagi and Chen Dali, and produced by Shin-Ei Animation, it can be watched in Japanese theatres and on Crunchyroll.
Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin (15 February)
Airing in two parts on 15 February 2026, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin is an action-fantasy TV special. Based on the 2021 sequel novel, it shifts the spotlight to Princess Kokorowa as she attempts rice cultivation, blending her royal mishaps with divine challenges. Directed by Masayuki Yoshihara and produced by P.A. Works, it will be available in theatres and on Crunchyroll.
Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199, Part 5 (20 February)
Premiering on 20 February 2026, Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199, Part 5 is a sci-fi adventure mecha film. Set across 2207 and leaping to 3199, it follows the Yamato battleship as it faces off against massive threats like the SUS Empire. Directed by Harutoshi Fukui and Naomichi Yamato, and produced by Satelight, it streams on Crunchyroll.
Fabulous Beasts, Season 5 (20 February)
Dropping on 20 February 2026, Fabulous Beasts Season 5 is a Chinese donghua fantasy adventure. The story follows Sibuxiang, a wise ancient creature, as he protects his beast buddies from science and tech threats. Created by Xuexia Mao Yaozi and produced by FENZ Co. Ltd, it will be available on Bilibili and YouTube.
B. King (26 February)
Releasing on 26 February 2026, B. King is an action-drama series. It tells the story of a famous animator whose career is failing until a mysterious phone call pulls him inside his own cartoon, where he lives as a character named Xiaomin. Directed by Bilibili and produced by UKA Studio, it streams on YouTube.
Baki-dou: The Invincible Samurai (26 February)
Also premiering on 26 February 2026, Baki-dou: The Invincible Samurai is an action martial arts series. Picking up after Baki's victory over his father, it follows elite brawlers as they face the resurrected legendary God of War, Miyamoto Musashi. Directed by Toshiki Hirano and produced by TMS Entertainment, it will be available on Netflix.
Doraemon: Nobita and the New Castle of the Undersea Devil (27 February)
Releasing on 27 February 2026, Doraemon: Nobita and the New Castle of the Undersea Devil is an adventure fantasy family film. A modern touch to the 1983 classic, it follows Nobita and friends as they explore the ocean floor and encounter a hidden underwater federation. Directed by Tetsuo Yajima and produced by Shin-Ei Animation, it will be in Japanese theatres.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie – Tears of the Azure Sea (27 February)
Premiering on 27 February 2026, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie – Tears of the Azure Sea is a fantasy action isekai film. It follows Rimuru Tempest and companions on a peaceful getaway that turns chaotic when they encounter a priestess from an undersea kingdom. Directed by Yasuhito Kikuchi and produced by Eight Bit, it will be in Japanese theatres and on Crunchyroll.
Where to Stream February 2026 Anime
Fans have multiple options to enjoy these new releases:
- Crunchyroll: Streams titles like Gintama Movie 3, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 Part 5, and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie.
- Netflix: Features Baki-dou: The Invincible Samurai as an exclusive release.
- YouTube: Offers Duel Masters LOST: Boukyaku no Taiyou, Fabulous Beasts Season 5, and B. King for free streaming.
- Bilibili: Hosts Fabulous Beasts Season 5 for viewers interested in Chinese donghua.
- Japanese Theatres: Screen films like Gintama Movie 3, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie, Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, Doraemon: Nobita and the New Castle of the Undersea Devil, and That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie for local audiences.
Key Highlights for February 2026
This month's lineup is packed with exciting premieres:
- New movies include That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: The Movie, Doraemon: Nobita and the New Castle of the Undersea Devil, and Gintama Movie 3: Yoshiwara in Flames.
- Highly anticipated sequels like Fabulous Beasts Season 5 drop on 20 February 2026 on Bilibili and YouTube, while Netflix's explosive sequel, Baki-dou: The Invincible Samurai, premieres on 26 February 2026.
- Sci-fi and mecha fans can look forward to Be Forever Yamato: Rebel 3199 Part 5, a sequel to Star Blazers 2205, streaming on Crunchyroll on 20 February 2026.
- For romance enthusiasts, The Dangers in My Heart: The Movie offers a heartwarming story available in theatres and on Crunchyroll from 13 February 2026.
February 2026 promises to be a powerhouse month for anime, with a mix of savage showdowns, explosive mecha action, and tender romances. Whether streaming online or watching in theatres, fans have plenty to look forward to.
