Netflix Unveils Even More Animation Coming in 2026 and Beyond
Netflix has announced an expanded animation slate, revealing new release dates and first looks at upcoming titles during an industry showcase.
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Netflix announced that the animated feature “Ray Gunn” will debut on December 18 and released new images for the project. At the Annecy showcase, the company also presented first looks at a “One Piece” anime and the second season of “Blue Eye Samurai,” and indicated that additional animation projects are slated for 2026 and beyond.
Epilogue added 45d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
The company also presented first-look materials for the 'One Piece' anime and the second season of 'Blue Eye Samurai'. Coverage from Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, and Gizmodo highlights that these reveals took place at the Annecy animation festival.
Reports focus on the broader expansion of the platform's animated library scheduled for 2026 and beyond. Future updates are expected to provide additional details on the full animation release calendar.
Coverage does not yet specify the exact premiere dates for the showcased 'One Piece' content or the 'Blue Eye Samurai' second season.
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Quick answers
When will 'Ray Gunn' be released?
According to reports, the project is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.
Which titles received first looks at the Annecy showcase?
Netflix presented first looks at 'One Piece' and the second season of 'Blue Eye Samurai'.
Is there a release date for the next season of 'Blue Eye Samurai'?
Current coverage does not specify a release date for the second season of 'Blue Eye Samurai'.
Coverage (3)
- Netflix Sets December 18 Release For 'Ray Gunn'; Unveils New Images Deadline · 47d ago
- Netflix Unveils First Looks at ‘One Piece’ Anime, ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 at Annecy Showcase The Hollywood Reporter · 47d ago
- Netflix Unveils Even More Animation Coming in 2026 and Beyond Gizmodo · 47d ago
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