Netflix Unveils Even More Animation Coming in 2026 and Beyond
Netflix is expanding its animation slate with new releases and updates on existing series.
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Netflix unveiled new animation projects and first looks at the One Piece anime and Blue Eye Samurai season 2. The company also set a December 18 release date for Ray Gunn.
Epilogue added 9d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Netflix has announced several upcoming animated projects. The streamer revealed a December 18 release date for 'Ray Gunn' and shared new images. Additionally, Netflix showcased first looks at 'One Piece' anime and 'Blue Eye Samurai' Season 2 at the Annecy event.
Coverage emphasizes Netflix's growing investment in animation. Deadline and Gizmodo highlight the streamer's expanding animation slate. The Hollywood Reporter and Yahoo focus on specific titles, including 'Ray Gunn', 'One Piece', 'Blue Eye Samurai' and 'Ghostbusters: Night Shift'.
Watch for more details on the release dates and additional projects in Netflix's animation pipeline. Coverage does not yet specify what other animation projects are in the works.
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Quick answers
What new animated projects has Netflix announced?
Netflix has announced 'Ray Gunn', 'One Piece' anime, 'Blue Eye Samurai' Season 2 and 'Ghostbusters: Night Shift'.
When will 'Ray Gunn' be released?
According to coverage from Deadline, 'Ray Gunn' is set to release on December 18.
Where were the first looks at 'One Piece' and 'Blue Eye Samurai' Season 2 revealed?
The first looks at 'One Piece' and 'Blue Eye Samurai' Season 2 were revealed at the Annecy Showcase.
Coverage (4)
- Netflix Sets December 18 Release For 'Ray Gunn'; Unveils New Images Deadline · 22d ago
- Ghostbusters: Night Shift Can Move the Franchise Beyond the Core Four Yahoo · 22d ago
- Netflix Unveils First Looks at ‘One Piece’ Anime, ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 at Annecy Showcase The Hollywood Reporter · 22d ago
- Netflix Unveils Even More Animation Coming in 2026 and Beyond Gizmodo · 22d ago
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