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Crunchyroll & Studio Pierrot confirm Black Clover comeback at Anime Expo 2025 with teaser, key visual, and a new season hitting in 2026—exclusively on Crunchyroll!
Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles was electric this year. Amid major reveals, the biggest surprise? The Black Clover comeback—Studio Pierrot and Crunchyroll officially confirmed a brand-new season, debuting with a teaser trailer and key visual drop. Fans everywhere are buzzing.
1. 🚀 Big Reveal on Crunchyroll’s Industry Panel
During Crunchyroll’s blockbuster Anime Expo panel, the return of Black Clover took center stage. A sleek teaser trailer and dramatic key visual stole the show. Creator Yūki Tabata joined via video to celebrate the series’ 10th anniversary (since its 2015 manga debut), stating:
“The production of the long‑awaited new anime season of Black Clover has been confirmed! I’m beyond ecstatic…thanks to all of you!”
Studio Pierrot, renowned for their work on Naruto and Bleach, will be back to helm the project, ensuring visual consistency with prior seasons.
2. 📺 Streaming Exclusivity on Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll secured exclusive streaming rights. The upcoming season will follow on their platform, offering both global simulcast and dubbed options—continuing the distribution strategy that bolstered its international popularity.
3. 🔥 What the Teaser Reveals
- The teaser offers bold hints without spoiling anything:
- Strong visuals of Asta and Yuno, showcasing their new powers post‑Spade Kingdom arc.
- The trailer ends on the phrase **“Black Clover Second Season is coming to Crunchyroll!”**
- The atmosphere is darker, heavier—indicating a shift toward more intense storytelling.
- It doesn’t reveal plot details but confirms the return to high-stakes fantasy.
4. 🗓️ Release Date Drama: 2026…Maybe?
Initial buzz tagged a 2026 premiere window via the trailer description (“coming to Crunchyroll in 2026”) . However…
Crunchyroll later removed the “2026” label from descriptions on YouTube and their site, leaving the timeline open-ended.
Still, credible outlets like Indiatimes and Polygon continue citing 2026 as the target.
📋 Status at a Glance:
Element Details
Announcement Anime Expo 2025 panel (July 6–7, 2025)
Release Window Initially “2026” → removed; still likely late ’26 or early ’27
Stream Platform Crunchyroll (global)
Production Studio Studio Pierrot
5. 🌟 Community Buzz: Reddit Reactions
Over on r/BlackClover, fans are blowing up:
“It’s official!! Coming to Crunchyroll in 2026 – Source.”
“Black Clover Confirmed to Return in 2026 (I added the 2026 and the line…)”
Opinions split between excitement and caution—who doesn’t want the magic to return perfectly?
6. 📚 Manga Context: Where Story Might Pick Up
Manga milestones: The manga began in 2015 in Weekly Shōnen Jump and moved to Jump Giga in Dec 2023 to accommodate its final arc .
Anime history: The original series aired 2017–2021 (170 episodes), followed by the Sword of the Wizard King movie in 2023 .
Next arc likely: Teaser visuals and narrative hints suggest progression into post‑Spade Kingdom territory—a darker, deeper storyline.
7. 🎯 What to Expect Moving Forward
✅ Release Window:
Crunchyroll will confirm a date once production hits more milestones—likely via late 2025 events or a year-end teaser.
✅ Visuals & Trailers:
Expect a full trailer and updated key visuals every few months—especially at conventions.
✅ Voice Cast & Crew:
Return of main cast is expected: Asta (Gakuto Kajiwara), Yuno (Nobunaga Shimazaki) . Studio and director announcements will follow soon.
✅ Episode Count?
Speculation leans toward a 24‑episode format—standard length for big arcs.
8. 🆚 Comparison: Crunchyroll’s 2026 Slate
Anime Expo 2025 lined up a heavy 2026 schedule for Crunchyroll: Frieren S2 (Jan 2026), Re:ZERO S4, Mushoku Tensei S3, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, and Black Clover comeback.
This cements Crunchyroll’s strategy: secure fan-favorite sequels and originals in a competitive streaming landscape.
🔍 Final Thoughts
The Black Clover comeback is real. The teaser confirms the magic is returning—Studio Pierrot delivering, Crunchyroll streaming, and fans eagerly awaiting. The exact date may still shift, but the countdown has officially begun. Whether you’re team Asta or rooting for Yuno, this next chapter promises high-stakes spells, emotional growth, and epic battles. Stay tuned—magic returns soon.
