Picture: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run – Netflix
Much like the previous month, September 2026 will be heavily driven by weekly anime rollouts on Netflix. However, the big highlight for this month is the long-awaited debut of Steel Ball Run, marking the arrival of the seventh arc in the iconic JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure franchise.
For a broader look at everything scheduled to arrive, you can also check out our ongoing preview of upcoming anime heading to Netflix throughout 2026 and beyond.
New Weekly Anime Coming to Netflix in September 2026
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run
Episodes: 11
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy | Runtime: 23 minutes
Cast: Shougo Sakata, Youhei Azakami, Kaito Ishikawa, Rie Takahashi, Tomokazu Sugita
Netflix Release Date: September 25, 2026
Following the significant fan backlash over the single-episode drop back in March 2026, Netflix has shifted gears and opted for a weekly release schedule for Steel Ball Run. These 11 confirmed episodes will spotlight the second and third stages of the grueling cross-country race, tracking Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli as they navigate the treacherous 750-mile stretch known as the “Devils’ Palm.”
Returning Weekly Anime on Netflix in September 2026
Chainsmoker Cat (Season 1)
Episodes: 12 (weekly)
Genre: Comedy | Runtime: 23 minutes
Cast: Yuuko Natsuyoshi, Misato Matsuoka, Tetsu Inada, Yurie Funato, Riko Akechi
Netflix Finale Date: September 18, 2026 | New Episodes: Fridays
Easily one of the most talked-about and polarizing titles of the summer season, Chainsmoker Cat has managed to capture widespread internet attention. As it nears its conclusion, viewers are eager to find out how Yani’s chaotic journey wraps up and whether she can finally get her act together.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm (Season 1)
Episodes: 24
Genre: Action, Adventure | Runtime: 23 Minutes
Cast: Kensho Ono, Yume Miyamoto, Takako Honda, Misaki Kuno, Rikiya Koyama
Netflix Finale Date: December 12, 2026* | New Episodes: Saturdays
The arrival of Daemons of the Shadow Realm on Netflix lined up with the premiere of the series’ second cour in Japan. This means fans still have a substantial backlog of episodes ahead, with its streaming run scheduled to stretch all the way through December 2026.
The plot follows twin siblings Yuru and Asa, who are separated within a remote village. When a lethal assault threatens Yuru, he manages to escape, only to be confronted by a woman claiming to be his actual twin. With assistance from an outsider, Yuru summons formidable daemons to expose the dark secrets behind the attack on his home.
One Piece: Elbaf Arc (Part 1)
Episodes: 13
Genre: Shōnen | Runtime: 24 Minutes
Cast: Mayumi Tanaka, Akemi Okamura, Kazuya Nakai, Horoaki Hirata, Kappei Yamaguchi
Netflix Finale Date: October 10, 2026 | New Episodes: Saturdays
With the current cour moving forward at a steady pace, fans have plenty of action to absorb before Part 1 of the Elbaf Arc concludes in October 2026. Enjoy these episodes while they last, because due to the series’ seasonal format, One Piece will be taking a temporary break for the remainder of the year before making its comeback in 2027.
Thunder 3 (Season 1)
Episodes: 12
Genre: Mystery, Sci-Fi, Supernatural | Runtime: 23 minutes
Cast: Honoka Mitsubachi, Eri Akiyama, Natsumi Kawaida, Sayumi Suzushiro
Netflix Finale Date: September 24, 2026 | New Episodes: Sundays
“Thunder 3 is a story centered on the unbreakable bond between three childhood friends as they embark on a desperate search for a missing girl. The series follows Pyontaro, an ordinary middle schooler, and his two best friends, Tsubame and Hiroshi—a trio known as the Small 3. Their lives are upended when Pyontaro’s cheerful younger sister, Futaba, suddenly vanishes. Joining forces to find her, their search quickly escalates into a profound adventure that takes them far beyond their wildest imagination.”
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