In a surprising announcement, it has been confirmed that the popular anime Black Butler will be receiving a new season on Crunchyroll next year. Originally based on a beloved manga series, Black Butler made a strong impression when it first aired in 2008. Despite the anime concluding with a pair of OVAs in 2014, the manga continued to captivate fans, leaving them eager for more. Now, after a decade of anticipation, followers of Black Butler have a compelling reason to be excited for the upcoming season.
Crunchyroll took everyone by surprise on July 4th when they released an official trailer for the series at Anime Expo 2023. This follows a growing trend of revived older anime, such as the return of Spice and Wolf. The trailer doesn't offer much insight into the storyline of the new season, leaving fans in suspense. It remains unknown whether this series will serve as a reboot of the original or if it will pick up where the 2014 adaptation left off. The trailer only revealed that the anime is set to premiere in 2024, without specifying a precise date. However, it did confirm that the cherished voice actors for the iconic characters of Ciel and Sebastian will be reprising their roles, further heightening anticipation for the upcoming season.
Black Butler Returns to Crunchyroll in 2024
For those who missed the initial release, the series known as Black Butler delves into the somber tale of Ciel Phantomhive and his loyal butler, Sebastian, set in Victorian-era England. Following his abduction and torture, Ciel calls upon the demon Sebastian, driven by a fierce desire for vengeance against those responsible for annihilating his entire family. Serving as a detective or faithful "dog" to the crown, this young aristocrat delves into supernatural enigmas that pose a grave threat to the nation of England.
The exact release date for the new season of Black Butler has not been announced yet, but fans are already excited knowing that the characters will be back on screen with improved animation. Now is a great opportunity to catch up on the original Black Butler anime series, which can be streamed on Crunchyroll, and read the ongoing manga to get an idea of what to expect in the upcoming season.
Don't miss the return of Black Butler streaming on Crunchyroll in 2024.