: A standout horror/coming-of-age story where a boy realizes his best friend has been replaced by an eldritch being. It uses inventive visual styles to explore grief and identity. The Apothecary Diaries Season 2

Many of the most popular recommendations for 2026 center on massive franchises returning for critical story arcs. Jujutsu Kaisen

Gege Akutami’s artwork is raw and kinetic, featuring unpredictable plot twists that subvert traditional shonen tropes. Chainsaw Man

: A haunting, experimental coming-of-age story that lingers long after.