Something Big Is Coming June 14th
If you are an anime fan and you have not heard about what is happening on June 14, 2026, stop scrolling right now and pay attention. MAPPA Studio is celebrating its 15th anniversary, and they have confirmed that a massive livestream event will drop anime updates that could reshape the entire industry for years to come.
This is not a drill. The studio behind some of the most iconic anime of the last decade is about to reveal new information about at least six major franchises. Chainsaw Man Season 2, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4, Hell’s Paradise Season 2, Dorohedoro Season 2, a new Ranma ½ announcement, and potentially brand new Attack on Titan content are all expected to make appearances. The anime community is already losing its mind.
Here is everything we know about MAPPA’s biggest event ever and why you absolutely cannot miss it.
What Is the MAPPA 15th Anniversary Event?
Founded in 2011 by Masao Maruyama, a former producer at Madhouse, MAPPA has grown from a scrappy newcomer into one of the most influential animation studios in the world. Their portfolio reads like a greatest hits list of modern anime: Attack on Titan: The Final Season, Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, Vinland Saga, Hell’s Paradise, Dorohedoro, and so many more.
On June 14, 2026, MAPPA will celebrate 15 years of pushing creative boundaries with a special livestream on their official YouTube channel. The studio has confirmed that this event will feature a full lineup announcement with updates on current projects and possibly surprise reveals that nobody saw coming. Given the timing and the scale, this could easily rival the biggest anime announcements of the decade.
Chainsaw Man Season 2: The Assassins Arc Finally Gets Its Moment
Let us start with the elephant in the room. Tatsuki Fujimoto’s Chainsaw Man has been a cultural phenomenon since Part 1 concluded, and the sequel series featuring the Assembly Devil arc has been breaking records. Part 3, which officially introduces the Assassins Arc, was confirmed earlier this year, and fans have been starving for animated content ever since.
Director Ryū Nakayama and series composer Hiroshi Seko returned for the first season, and the rumor mill suggests both will come back for Season 2. MAPPA has reportedly been casting new voice actors for the assassin characters, which strongly implies that Season 2 will adapt the Assembly Arc and introduce fan-favorite characters like the deadly assassin Yoru Famine and the terrifying Darkness Devil. If MAPPA confirms the release window and drops even a teaser trailer during the livestream, the internet will melt down.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4: What Comes After the Shibuya Incident?
Here is where things get interesting. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 is currently dominating global anime rankings, and Season 4 was already hinted at by MAPPA back in March. But what will it actually adapt?
The Culling Game arc, which follows the devastating events of the Shibuya Incident, introduces an entirely new power system and dozens of sorcerers from across history. Gege Akutami’s manga has delivered some of the most shocking twists in shonen history during this arc. If MAPPA uses the 15th anniversary livestream to announce the release date for Season 4 or reveal the key visual, fans of Gojo Satoru, Megumi Fushiguro, and Yuta Okkotsu will have an absolute field day.
Studio MAPPA director Sunghoo Park may not be returning, but the animation team that brought the Shibuya Incident to life has set an impossibly high bar for themselves. Season 4 will need to top Season 3, and with the Culling Game’s escalating battles, the animation challenge is enormous.
Hell’s Paradise and Dorohedoro: The Dark Duo Returns
Both Hell’s Paradise and Dorohedoro have passionate cult followings, and both deserve more spotlight. Hell’s Paradise Season 2 was confirmed by MAPPA earlier in 2026, and fans expect it to continue Gabimaru and Yuzuriha’s journey into the terrifying islands where immortality meets horror. The first season, animated by MAPPA, established a brutal and beautiful world that perfectly captured Yuji Kaku’s manga aesthetic.
Dorohedoro Season 2 has been in development for years. The first season, produced by MAPPA, captured the gritty, dark humor of Q Hayashida’s manga with a distinctive CG-heavy visual style that divided fans but earned respect for its boldness. A Season 2 announcement at the anniversary event would be a massive gift to fans who have waited far too long to see more of Caiman and Nikaido’s adventures in the Smoke-filled Hole.
Ranma ½ and Attack on Titan: The Legacy Projects
The new Ranma ½ reboot has already been announced, but MAPPA might use the anniversary to reveal additional cast members, a release date, or even a trailer. The fact that they are bringing back Rumiko Takahashi’s beloved martial arts comedy suggests that MAPPA is diversifying its portfolio beyond dark action series.
And then there is Attack on Titan. While the anime’s main story concluded, MAPPA has hinted that additional content is in development. Whether it is a recap film, a spin-off, or something entirely unexpected, the mere mention of AoT at this event will send shockwaves through the fandom. Studio Wit, which produced the first three seasons, may even be involved in a collaborative project.
The MAPPA-Netflix Partnership: What It Means for the Future
MAPPA’s expanded partnership with Netflix has been a major talking point in the anime industry throughout 2026. Netflix has invested heavily in anime as a cultural export and business engine, and MAPPA is one of their most trusted production partners. This collaboration could lead to exclusive Netflix originals that we have not even heard about yet.
If MAPPA announces a new Netflix-exclusive anime during the anniversary event, it would signal a major shift in how anime studios and streaming platforms work together. Crunchyroll, HIDIVE, and other platforms will be watching very closely.
What Do You Think?
MAPPA’s 15th anniversary livestream on June 14 is shaping up to be one of the biggest anime events of 2026. With Chainsaw Man Season 2, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 4, Hell’s Paradise Season 2, Dorohedoro Season 2, the Ranma ½ reboot, and potential Attack on Titan news all on the table, we could be getting announcements that will dominate anime news for months.
Which reveal are you most excited about? Are you Team Chainsaw Man, Team Jujutsu Kaisen, or are you hoping for a completely unexpected announcement? Drop your predictions and let us know what you think MAPPA will reveal. We will be watching the livestream live and covering everything the moment it drops.
