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Anime reviews, trailers and news
Welcome to Geek Native's dedicated Anime section, your portal to the latest and greatest from Japan. From action-packed shonen and fantastical isekai to slice-of-life comedies and mech-filled sci-fi, we cover the full spectrum of anime. This is the place for news on upcoming series, reviews of current seasons, and trailers for the most anticipated new releases.
Whether you're a seasoned otaku or just starting your journey, we'll help you discover what to watch next. For those ready to dive in, you can explore a huge library of series, both new and classic, over at Crunchyroll. Stay tuned for our latest recommendations and updates!
Legendary anime Akira comes back to British cinemas this April
Anime Limited is bringing Katsuhiro Otomo’s masterpiece Akira back to UK cinemas and IMAX screens from 17 April to celebrate 35 years of the cyberpunk classic.
Solo Leveling and Shangri-La Frontier headline Crunchyroll’s March and April Blu-rays
Crunchyroll has announced its UK home entertainment schedule for March and April 2026, featuring Solo Leveling, Shangri-La Frontier, and Dragon Ball Super.
Kyoto Animation’s Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid comes to UK cinemas this March
Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved arrives in UK cinemas for a two-day event this March.
Watch all of Trigun Stampede for free on YouTube before Stargaze arrives
Crunchyroll is hosting a global Trigun Stampede watch party on YouTube starting 6th January 2026, featuring an interview with Yasuhiro Nightow ahead of the Trigun Stargaze premiere.
Director Baku Kinoshita’s The Last Blossom sweeps the board in Edinburgh
The Last Blossom wins the Jury Award, Audience Award, and Geek Native’s fan poll at the Scotland Loves Anime 2025 festival.
100 Meters review: A straightforward sprint but is life ever that simple?
Is the finish line the most important part of the race? We look at the existential questions posed by 100 Meters.
Lupin III OVA review: A high-octane marathon at Scotland Loves Anime
Was the 8-part Lupin III OVA marathon a fitting finale for Scotland Loves Anime? Read our review of the gory, stylish, and character-focused adventure.
Anime review: Labyrinth’s muddled mashup
Is the anime Labyrinth (2021) worth watching? Geek Native reviews a film that is part Fight Club, part Creepypasta, and part social media lecture.
Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Bloodline review
Our review of the Lupin IIIrd film finds a “larger than life” plot that doesn’t quite work, but the classic character dynamics and stylish action still offer satisfaction.
