Dorohedoro Season 2 Delayed to Spring 2026 Release

Dorohedoro Season 2 Release Delayed

Fans of the Dorohedoro anime will have to wait a bit longer for the next season, which is now rescheduled for a Spring 2026 release. Initially set for 2025, this delay marks a notable shift in the anticipated timeline for the series. The announcement came via the anime's official website, detailing that the second season will premiere worldwide almost simultaneously.

Key Visual and Director Announcement

Along with the new release date, a key visual illustrated by returning character designer Tomohiro Kishi was unveiled. The production team also confirmed that Yuichiro Hayashi will return to direct the sequel at MAPPA, with all other key staff members reprising their roles. This consistency in the creative team is expected to maintain the original's quality and appeal.

Recap of the First Season

The first season of Dorohedoro, produced by MAPPA, aired between January and March 2020 on Tokyo MX in Japan and globally on Netflix starting May 2020.

Manga Background

Dorohedoro is based on the manga written and illustrated by Q Hayashida, which was serialized from November 2000 to September 2018. The series has been compiled into a total of 23 tankobon volumes and has garnered a loyal following throughout its publication.

Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the new release date!

Source: Anime Hunch