Mark your calendars, because June 19, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest days in anime history. Studio MAPPA — the creative powerhouse behind Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan: The Final Season, and more — is hosting its 15th Anniversary Event, and fans are buzzing about what six major anime projects are getting official updates.
While MAPPA has already teased its anniversary lineup in previous announcements, the June 19 event itself is expected to deliver first looks, trailers, release dates, and possibly some jaw-dropping surprises. Here is everything we know so far about what to expect from the biggest anime event of the summer.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4: The Culling Game Continues
This might be the headline announcement everyone is waiting for. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, subtitled The Culling Game: Part 1, premiered in January 2026 and immediately took over streaming charts worldwide. Season 4 will pick up where the chaos left off, and fans are desperate for any new footage.
What we already know: Season 4 is confirmed and in production at MAPPA. New Culling Game character visuals have already been released, featuring the deadly players who are hunting sorcerers across Japan. The June 19 event is expected to reveal the official release window — potentially late 2026 or early 2027 — and possibly a brand-new trailer.
Speculation is also running wild about whether Season 4 will adapt the remaining Culling Game arcs or transition into the Shinjuku Showdown. Either way, expect the animation budget to be astronomical after the jaw-dropping animation in Season 3.
Fan theory to watch: Many believe MAPPA might tease a final season announcement alongside Season 4, setting up the conclusion of Gojo vs. Sukuna once and for all.
Chainsaw Man Season 2: The Assassins Arc Finally Arrives
After the divisive reception to the movie trilogy format for Season 1’s latter arcs, Chainsaw Man fans have been vocal about wanting Season 2 to adapt the beloved Assassins Arc — and MAPPA appears to be listening.
An official first look at Season 2 is expected at the June 19 event. The Assassins Arc introduces Quanxi, the First Devil Hunter, and her fiend girlfriend Cosmo, along with some of the most emotionally devastating moments in Tatsuki Fujimoto’s manga. If MAPPA brings its A-game on animation quality, this could be the comeback season fans have been praying for.
Rumors suggest Season 2 will follow a more traditional episodic format rather than the theatrical approach, which would allow for the slower, character-driven storytelling the Assassins Arc demands. A potential late 2026 premiere seems most likely.
Why this matters: Chainsaw Man is MAPPA’s flagship IP alongside JJK. How they handle Season 2 will define the studio’s reputation for years to come.
Attack on Titan: Something New From the Final Season
Wait — wasn’t Attack on Titan supposed to be over? Technically, yes. But MAPPA’s involvement with the franchise is clearly not finished.
While details are scarce, MAPPA is expected to reveal something Attack on Titan-related at the June 19 event. The leading theories: a compilation movie covering the Final Season, a spin-off project exploring the world beyond Paradis, or potentially an OVA series adapting side stories from the manga.
Given that Isayama’s manga concluded definitively, a direct sequel seems unlikely. But the world of AoT is rich enough for expanded content, and MAPPA’s animation quality would make any continuation visually spectacular.
Three More MAPPA Projects in the Spotlight
Beyond the big three, MAPPA’s 15th Anniversary Event will cover six titles total. While only JJK, CSM, and AoT have been explicitly mentioned in pre-event coverage, three more projects remain a mystery. Here are the most likely candidates:
Hell’s Paradise: Jigokuraku Season 3
The third season was announced and fans are waiting for a release date. The June 19 event could finally give us a premiere window for Gabimaru and the remaining convicts’ final battles.
Zombieland Saga
MAPPA’s undead idol franchise has a passionate fanbase that has been patient for years. A surprise Season 3 announcement or revival of the franchise would send fans into absolute chaos.
A Brand New Original Anime
MAPPA has a history of announcing original projects at milestone events. Given that this is their 15th anniversary, revealing an entirely new anime — with a star-studded production team — would be the ultimate celebration.
What the June 19 Event Means for MAPPA’s Future
Studio MAPPA is currently carrying more high-profile anime productions than perhaps any other studio in the industry. Between Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Hell’s Paradise, and the various other projects they have in the pipeline, the June 19 event is not just a celebration — it is a statement.
MAPPA is telling the anime world that they are the dominant force of this generation. The studio that took on Attack on Titan‘s final season and delivered one of the most visually stunning conclusions in anime history is not slowing down. If anything, they are accelerating.
The 15th Anniversary Event could also address concerns about animator workload and production quality — topics that have surfaced as MAPPA takes on more and more major projects simultaneously.
When and Where to Watch
The MAPPA 15th Anniversary Event takes place on June 19, 2026. While specific streaming details have not been confirmed, MAPPA typically livestreams its major events on their official YouTube channel and sometimes on Abema TV in Japan. International fans should keep an eye on MAPPA’s official social media accounts for streaming links.
Expect all announcements to drop between mid-morning and early afternoon Japan Standard Time (JST), which translates to late night/early morning for Western audiences. Set those alarms accordingly.
Final Thoughts
June 19, 2026 could easily become one of the most talked-about days in anime fandom this year. With Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4, Chainsaw Man Season 2, and Attack on Titan all getting updates — plus three mystery projects — MAPPA is loading up the June 19 event with enough announcements to break the internet.
What are you most excited to see revealed at the MAPPA 15th Anniversary Event? Are you hoping for a surprise new anime, or just more news on your favorite ongoing series? Let us know in the comments below!
