Every Anime Dropping on Netflix in July 2026 — From the FMA Creator’s New Epic to One Piece’s Giant Island

July 2026 is shaping up to be one of the biggest months for anime on Netflix this year. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just getting into the genre, there’s something here for everyone. Let’s break down every show hitting the platform.

July 2026 Netflix Anime

New Arrivals

1. Daemons of the Shadow Realm — The Big One

Daemons of the Shadow Realm is an adaptation of the manga Yomi no Tsugai by Hiromu Arakawa — the legendary creator of Fullmetal Alchemist. Fans have been waiting over five years for an anime adaptation since the manga debuted in 2021. That wait is finally over. whats-on-netflix

The story follows twins Yuru and Asa, separated by night and day in an isolated village. When an attack kills all the adults and a mysterious woman claims to be Yuru’s true twin, the chaos unleashes a pair of daemons bound to uncover the truth behind the attack. Think dark mythology, sibling bonds, and the kind of world-building only Arakawa can deliver. whats-on-netflix

The series has 24 episodes with a 23-minute runtime each, and while it was previously available on Crunchyroll, Netflix will release it worldwide with multiple dubs. Perfect for global audiences. whats-on-netflix

📅 Releases: July 4, 2026

2. Sparks of Tomorrow — The Hidden Gem

Sparks of Tomorrow is a Netflix Original anime adaptation of Hiro Yūki’s light novel 20 Seiki Denki Mokuroku, directed by Minoru Ōta and produced by Kyoto Animation. Yes — KyoAni is back, and the visuals are going to be stunning. whats-on-netflix

Set in an alternate early 20th century shaped by steam power rather than electricity, a hardened boy grieving his brother’s death and a deeply devout girl hiding her sorrows cross paths. Together, they uncover the secrets of the “20th Century Electrical Catalog” — a glimpse into the future they both long for. whats-on-netflix

It’s a slow-burn, emotionally rich story that fans of Violet Evergarden will absolutely love. Don’t sleep on this one.

📅 Releases: July 5, 2026

🔄 Returning Shows

3. Akane-Banashi — The Underdog You Should Already Be Watching

Akane-Banashi follows a girl who grew up admiring her father’s rakugo — the traditional Japanese solo storytelling art — only to watch him be expelled from his school’s prestigious promotional test. Six years later, Akane sets out to reach the highest rank of shin’uchi at the very school that cast her father out, to avenge him and prove rakugo is a legitimate profession. whats-on-netflix

It’s a passion-driven underdog story layered with rich Japanese cultural tradition. The series runs two cours totaling 12 episodes, with the first cour finale airing on August 2, 2026, and the second cour coming later in the year. whats-on-netflix

📅 Cour 1 Finale: August 2, 2026

4. One Piece: Elbaf Arc (Part 1) — The Saga Continues

After surviving the brutal assault from the Marines and the Gorosei on Egghead Island, the Straw Hats are rescued by the Giant Pirates and now sail toward Elbaf — the legendary home of the giants — where new friends and threats await as Luffy pushes ever closer to finding the One Piece.

July will mark the conclusion of the first cour for the Elbaf Arc, with Netflix releasing a maximum of 26 episodes per year. The second cour will follow later in 2026. One Piece fans, this is the arc everyone has been hyped about for years. whats-on-netflix

📅 Cour 1 Finale: July 4, 2026\

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