Anime streaming platforms have a lineup of new shows and highly-anticipated sequels to drop in August. From the second season of Jujutsu Kaisen to the bizarre zombie apocalyptic world of Zom 100, here’s a look at five anime that you cannot miss this month.
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
This is an ambitious show that paints a picture of the everyday world in the backdrop of a zombie apocalypse. The protagonist, Akira Tendo, works at an exploitative corporate company who can find relief only by quitting. In the toxic culture of overworking, Akira finds himself plunged into a world infested by zombies where he finds a new thrill despite the spine-chilling horror. The apocalypse seems to have liberated Akira from his job as he wants to live a life where he can tick off his bucket list before meeting his fate as a zombie.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2
The second season of Jujutsu Kaisen is one of the most hyped sequels for August. The story revolves around Yuji Itadori, a high school student who becomes a vessel for the formidable King of Curses known as Ryomen Sukuna. To get rid of the cursed spirits, Yuji enrols in a clandestine group of Jujutsu Sorcerers. In this season, the focus will be on Yuji’s mentor Satoru Gojo’s life, his days as a young sorcerer working alongside his friend Suguru Geto and others from the Jujutsu Academy to combat Curses.
Where to watch: Netflix
Baki Hanma Season 2
Netflix’s thrilling shounen anime, Baki Hanma, made a highly-anticipated comeback with its second season in July and will be on in August. Baki, the protagonist, possesses an extraordinary level of strength for his age, beating all other experienced fighters. The first part of Baki Hanma focused on the ‘Pickle saga’, while the second part will feature an epic showdown between Baki and his most formidable adversary to date — his father, Yuuichirou Hanma, famous as ‘The Ogre’.
Where to watch: Netflix
My Happy Marriage
Fans of romance and historical anime would find My Happy Marriage an absolute delight. The show is part of Netflix’s Summer 2023 anime lineup. Set in the 19th century Meiji era, the story revolves around Miyo, a young woman from an abusive family who is forced into marriage to a seemingly cold and fearsome man. The anime is Cinderella-esque, with constant hints of existential dread making for an emotional rollercoaster.
Where to watch: Netflix
Undead Murder Farce
Lovers of the mystery genre will find this anime particularly interesting as it has a peculiar mix of history, detective fiction and supernaturalism. The art style and plotlines bear resemblance to anime such as The Case Study of Vanitas and Moriarty the Patriot. Set in a world where demon killers known as oni slayers exterminate supernatural beings, the story follows half-demon Tsugaru Shinichi, who encounters the immortal woman Aya Rindou, now just a "severed head" in a birdcage, whose body was taken by a European man. Together with Aya’s maid, they embark on a quest to reclaim their lost humanity and reveal the man behind their plight.
Where to watch: Crunchyroll
