Fans of the My Hero Academia universe have reason to celebrate—Season 2 of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes has been officially announced and is set to premiere in 2026. The announcement came right after the Season 1 finale, accompanied by a teaser reveal from Toho Animation.
Based on the popular My Hero Academia spin-off manga by Hideyuki Furuhashi and Betten Court, Vigilantes explores a darker, street-level side of hero society, following the story of Koichi Haimawari—aka The Crawler—as he fights injustice outside the bounds of hero licenses.
🔥 What We Know So Far
- Season 2 Confirmed: Toho released an official video confirming that production is underway, with a planned release window in 2026.
- Studio: BONES Film Works, the animation studio behind both My Hero Academia and Vigilantes, is expected to return for the second season.
- Platform: Crunchyroll will continue streaming the new season globally, following the success of Season 1.
🎤 Returning Cast & Staff (Expected)
While no casting confirmations have been made, it is likely that:
- Shuichiro Umeda will reprise his role as Koichi,
- Yasuhiro Mamiya will return as Knuckleduster,
- And Kenichi Suzuki may return as director.
📚 Background
My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 1 aired from April to June 2025, spanning 13 episodes. The series received critical praise for its mature storytelling and gritty tone, which complements the more mainstream My Hero Academia series.
📅 Release Date
An exact premiere date has not yet been revealed, but insiders suggest a Spring or Summer 2026 release is likely. More updates, including a trailer and key visuals, are expected in late 2025.
