Slate Funimation 20+ titles for the fall season

22 September 2021

World leader in anime Funimation is bringing an anime bout of over 20 edge-of-your-seat titles to screens this fall, ranging from returning favorites to all-new simulcast series. With a variety of fresh series from Japan - subtitled and dubbed - this season will offer something for everyone, from action-packed adventures to life-long comedies and beyond!

“With so many amazing established brands like Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation e yashahime returning, as well as exciting new favorites, we are looking forward to a fall season of anime like no other for Funimation, ”said Asa Suehira, Chief Content Officer of Funimation Global Group. “This season will be top tier for anime worldwide, and Funimation continues to be the home to welcome fans to our anime community. And there is more to announce in the coming days! "

Check out the full list of new and returning titles and first episode dates coming this fall (with more details and series to be revealed soon):

New in Funimation:

The Heike Story (Heike's story) - A young orphan named Biwa is welcomed by the powerful Taira clan, also known as Heike, after their leader witnesses her extraordinary psychic abilities. Unfortunately, what he predicts is a future of bloodshed, violence and civil war. Inspired by the XNUMXth century epic tale Heike Monogatari.
Selection Project (Selection project) - A group of nine determined girls take part in the seventh annual “Selection Project”, a TV show where they will audition to become idols… and pursue their dreams! (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 1st)
Mieruko-chan - He can see dead people… he simply chooses to ignore them. This is Miko's plan, however, with horrific (and sometimes hilarious) results. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 3)
The Vampire Dies in No Time (The vampire dies in an instant) - Legendary vampire hunter Ronaldo finds an unlikely (and reluctant) ally in Draluc, the world's weakest vampire who turns to dust at the slightest attack. Together they find themselves in more hilarious misadventures than you can shake a pole, including enemy vampires, ax-wielding editors, and other neck pains. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 4)
Banished from the Hero's Party, I Decided to Live a Quiet Life in the Countryside (Banned from the hero's party, I decided to live a quiet life in the countryside) - The series follows protagonist Red, who is hunted by his group of adventurers. He soon finds a better future in a small town with a cute girl named Rit, because hey, sometimes living well is the best revenge. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 6)
Taisho Otome Fairy Tale - Shima Tamahiko has been exiled to the country due to his disability, but the sudden arrival of an organized bride disrupts his lonely life. (Simultaneous broadcast starts on October 8th)
ranking of kings (Ranking of kings) - The story follows Bojji, a deaf prince who lacks the power and ability to wield a sword. He is also the heir to the throne and has high hopes for his future. After finding a friend in the shadow of Kage, Bojji sets out on his great adventure to become the greatest king the world has ever seen. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 14)
RUMBLE GUARANTEEDOLL - Conquered by invaders from the alternate world, Japan has become a shadow of what it once was. Manga, anime, idols and more are censored by these lords of the parallel universe… or so it seems. In the unlawful shops of Akihabara, Hosomichi joins a group of freedom fighters made up of pilots and otaku. (The simulcast starts this fall)

Return for autumn:

Yashahime: Princess Half-Demon - The second act - Lost twins Towa and Setsuna reunite after 10 years to discover that they are the half-demon daughters of the great demon Sesshoumaru. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 2)
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation 2nd course - A 34-year-old man is hit by a truck, but his story isn't over. Reincarnated as a child, he will embark on an epic adventure. (Simultaneous broadcast starts October 3)

Starting in the summer:

Slime life Season 2 Part 2 - With Rimuru and the Jura Tempest Federation recovering from the dark events that have occurred, will they punish the Demon Lord Clayman? Tune in to find out. (SimulDub is running)
one piece - Monkey D. Luffy refuses to let anyone or anything stand in his way of becoming the king of all pirates. With a course charted through the treacherous waters of the Grand Line, this is a captain who will never drop anchor until he has claimed the greatest treasure on Earth: the legendary One Piece! (Simulcast and Dub in progress)
Obey Me! - Lucifer, Satan and the other five princes of Hell: how will they manage the daily life of these brothers in their academy of demons? (Simultaneous transmission is in progress)
scarlet nexus - Saved by the Other Suppression Force as a child, psychokinetic Yuito joins this elite squad formed to fight the enemy of Earth. Meanwhile, the prodigy Kasane has been explored for his abilities. But Kasane's strange dreams drag the two into an inevitable fate. (Simulcast and SimulDub are in progress)

Program subject to change. More TBA content.