Top 10 Fall Animated Series on Streaming Worth Watching (Part One)

Chibi Ed’s all ears for these Fall Animated Series! Part One brings five fun picks packed with fantasy, mystery, and zombie-slaying adventure.

Chibi Ed Watching Cartoons Fall Animated SeriesThe Fall animated series I’m most excited for will mean sitting in front of the monitor more and having enough eyedrops to keep my vision clear. Some are familiar properties, while others are taking their first steps onto the screen. Together, they offer a lively mix of fantasy, comedy, horror, science fiction, and adventure for the season ahead.

There’s already plenty of buzz around this new fantasy series, so I’ll begin with it. After watching the first episode, I can see why The Golden Axe has so much promise. It has the ingredients to stand alongside shows such as Vox Machina, even if it is chasing a very different kind of energy. Whether it becomes a new favourite remains to be seen, but I’m certainly hoping it does.

Golden Axe

The Golden Axe

Sep 16, 2026
Streaming: Paramount+

Synopsis: When Paramount+ first announced an animated adaptation of SEGA’s classic arcade hack-and-slasher Golden Axe, I had my doubts. Not everyone will know the game, especially when SEGA’s best-known mascot is Sonic. With Mike McMahan (Star Trek: Lower Decks) and Joe Chandler (American Dad!) leading the series, this fantasy epic is shaping up to be a hilarious, button-mashing trip back to Yuria. The result could be a surprisingly welcome revival for a property that has been waiting a long time for its next quest.

And the idea is sound. Here, we meet a barbarian going by the name of Ax Battler, a fiery sorceress named Tyris Flare, and a cranky dwarf Gilius Thunderhead preparing to face Death Adder. The twist comes when the party splits up, Ax and Tyris join forces with Chronos (from Golden Axe III), while Gilius finds himself saddled with Hampton Squib, a starry-eyed novice whose ambitions far outstrip his mentor.

At first glance, you might think it is trying to give The Legend of Vox Machina a run for its money, but the two shows hit very different notes. Vox leans into high-stakes campaign drama, while Golden Axe embraces gaming satire, rapid-fire meta-comedy, and arcade logic. With a voice cast featuring Matthew Rhys and Danny Pudi, it sounds like a great fit for pop-culture junkies who enjoy a little side-quest chaos. Attempts to get an animated Golden Axe project off the ground date back to 2014, so this version has been a long time coming.

The Sisters Grimm

The Sisters Grimm

Oct 2, 2026
Studio/production: Titmouse
Streaming: Apple TV+ | Returning: Season 2

Synopsis: Season two follows sisters Sabrina and Daphne Grimm as they continue uncovering the secrets of Ferryport Landing. After the events of the last season, it seems nearly all the characters they have interacted with (and not) have a score to settle with their parents, and it’s about time a continuation is happening! I’d have to rewatch the first series again to get caught up (review can be read here), and after a long wait, I can watch how they’ll deal with this broader threat.

One reason why I love this series is that it brings back the nostalgic mystery-solving charm of The Hardy Boys, or The Three Investigators, which I’m more of a fan of. Sabrina and Daphne face intense fairy-tale mysteries while trying to understand their family legacy. The show balances warmth and storybook wonder with a darker sense of unease, giving the sisters’ adventures room to become more than simple quests. The road to the screen was surprisingly long, too, with author Michael Buckley saying the books went through nearly two decades of unsuccessful adaptation attempts before this version finally came together.

#I’m Looking For a Zombie

#I’m Looking For a Zombie

Oct 3, 2026
Studio/production: Studio Comet
Streaming: Crunchyroll

Synopsis: Aki and her childhood friends grew up hearing stories about the old world, but those warnings do not keep them at home. They set out to find Aki’s missing father, knowing that the outside world is dangerous. Their first stop is already plagued by zombies, making the search far more hazardous than they expected. The series pairs a young hero’s determination with a post-apocalyptic world that clearly has more secrets waiting beyond the next ruined settlement.

One reason to watch is Aki herself. She remains optimistic even when the apocalypse gives her every reason to give up, and that contrast should keep the journey emotionally engaging. The real question is whether the search for her father will change her outlook, especially if he is already gone and cannot be brought back. The series may offer an intriguing inversion of the usual zombie-survival story, while the ongoing manga marks a notable departure for creator Katsuwo (Mitsuboshi Colours).

So What’s Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin?

So What’s Wrong with Getting Reborn as a Goblin?

Oct 5, 2026
Studio/production: BAKKKA
Streaming: Crunchyroll

Synopsis: Office worker Akira Yagami dies after saving a child, and that good deed earns him another chance at life. He is reincarnated as a goblin, but his new existence comes with an unusual advantage. Goblins normally have short lifespans, yet Akira has eighty years to build a new life and decide how to use the power he gains. What begins as a familiar reincarnation setup quickly becomes a long-term challenge about survival, identity, and purpose.

One reason to watch is the unusual time limit. Akira is not simply trying to survive one dangerous day after another; he has decades to decide what kind of goblin he wants to become. Watching that lifespan unfold could give the series a different rhythm from the usual isekai adventure. The manga is written by Nazuna Miki (My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1), and its strong following gives this adaptation a solid foundation.

Magic Knight Rayearth

Magic Knight Rayearth

Oct 7, 2026
Studio/production: E&H production / UNLIMITED PRODUCE by TMS
Streaming: Crunchyroll

Synopsis: Three ordinary girls are summoned to the magical world of Cephiro. Once there, they learn that they must become the legendary Magic Knights. Their mission is to save the land from destruction, but the journey will demand more than simply learning how to fight. This new adaptation brings CLAMP’s classic fantasy adventure back to the screen for a new generation.

One reason to watch is the blend of familiar fantasy structure and a new presentation. I have fond memories of the older series, so I’m genuinely curious to see how this version handles the journey. The premise gives three ordinary girls a clear emotional and adventure hook as they are asked to become heroes in a world that needs them. For fans of CLAMP and retro anime, this has the strongest nostalgic pull on the list. It is also the first new animated adaptation of Rayearth in 29 years, following the 1997 OVA.

When The Bells Toll in Resident Evil 2026, Who’s Next To Die?

The big question I have here is whether Resident Evil is still Resident Evil, or is it The Dunwich Horror in disguise?

Resident Evil 2026 PosterThe Resident Evil franchise is one of those oddities that refuses to die, no matter who is showrunning or leading the latest reboot attempt. I enjoyed the early videogames and left it at that rather than pursue every iteration. Whether they are interpreted as a comic book, novelization or film, the premise will never change: can I (as a player rather than character) figure out what is happening in the location I’m at and stop the zombie apocalypse?

As other chapters unfold introducing operatives like Leon Kennedy and a survivor of day zero, namely Jill Valentine, the fondness depends on whether the character involved is likeable or not. If I had to say which film is the better of the two “reboots,” I prefer Welcome to Raccoon City more. There’s more personalities, and plus, Neal McDonough is in it!

In the latest cinematic adaptation, Bryan (Austin Abrams) is kind of like Ferris Bueller. He gets wrapped up in the shenanigans and chaos as he wanders from one situation to another. All he wants to do is simply transport another package to the city, and go home so he and his partner can figure out what to do next in their relationship. He’s avoiding responsibility, and that plot element is what keeps this film engaging. No matter how hard he’s trying to do good, things go from bad to worse, since nobody expected a zombie pandemic to strike!

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Why Suzuki=Bakudan Delivers an Unforgettable Psychic Villain

There’s a bad moon rising in Suzuki=Bakudan, a crime thriller that’s more than a slow burn than anything else. You’re here to watch Jirō Satō’s performance’s performance more than anything else!

Suzuki=Bakudan movie posterAlthough I didn’t find the time to check out Suzuki=Bakudan (retitled Bomb for North America) during Japan Cuts, I’m glad to have caught it at Fantasia Film Festival 2026. Usually, crime thrillers aren’t my thing, but with Jirō Satō getting a lot of buzz, I had to see what the fuss was about. He plays psychic manipulator Tagosaku Suzuki, and he knows how to get under anyone’s skin.

Yes, those comparisons to the Joker from Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight are justified. Though he doesn’t sport a grin, what he presents is closer to Jack Nicholson’s performance in The Shining, before madness took its toll on that poor soul’s mind. Because of the way he taunts the police, nobody’s sure if his psychic predictions are real. Unfortunately, those moments claim lives, and while the tragic scenes play out quickly enough to get the point across, the gruesome truth concerns what else he knows.

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Victoria’s Collectable Scene Is Booming, But Is There Enough Pie for This Explosive Growth?

Victoria’s collectable scene is getting crowded with back-to-back monthly events. Whether this city has enough collectors, vendors, and discretionary dollars to sustain them all is a bigger question than whether we gotta collect ’em all!

Victoria's Collectable Scene

It’s a gamble and a roll of a die, or tossing of a dart, to see which event is worth checking out!

It seems more nerdy swap meets are taking place in my hometown, and I doubt a weekly schedule of events is going to work. When everyone wants a piece of the pie, and there isn’t enough to go around, the bakery is going to run out. That’s how I describe what’s happening to Victoria’s collectable scene this year.

Once upon a time in this part of the world, there was only a biannual toy fair, a quarterly comic book swap meet and Cherry Bomb’s Nerdy Days of Christmas. In what was once a homegrown scene, things have changed into something else. There are three newcomers thinking there’s gold to find in them thar hills, and they will be individually revealed further down this editorial.

When this city only has so many nerds who want to give “used” stuff a new home, even the post-secondary crowd living in dorm rooms and temporary spaces has only so much room for more stuff. The problem isn’t necessarily that Victoria has too many collectors. It’s that there are only so many customers, vendors, weekends, and discretionary dollars to go around. A collector who spends $200 at one show isn’t likely to have more money to spend at next weekend’s event.

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Shiver Me Timbers! There Be A Peril At Pincer Point, or Is That a Tear On Yer Shoulder?CER POINT

As Peril at Pincer Point sails into more film festivals, this shanty is more than one part Hammer but also another part, H.P. Lovecraft? Or should we say, The Fog, if you want the scares to be real?

Peril at Pincer Point PosterWhether or not Peril at Pincer Point is based on some sea shanty, it’s a wickedly fun film that nails the hero’s journey through a semi-Lovecraftian narrative. Here, Jim Baitte (Jack Redmayne) is an underappreciated film employee who specializes in foley. But instead of making these sounds up in a room, he goes out to capture every sound possible and remix it just right so his boss, P.W. Griffin (wonderfully played by Os Leanse), can use it in the next film. When he travels to a remote village whose livelihood depends on what the sea can deliver, little does he know there’s also a town curse placed upon all residents and visitors alike!

This film marks the debut of UK-based Jake Kuhn and Noah Stratton-Twine, and their first effort looks terrifically campy. They also decided to embrace the look of the classic monochromatic film era, tinged with a sepia tone, and presented in 4:3 aspect ratio to make the story as true to the era as possible. It’s a wonderful nod to those old pulp serials, and as for the effects, shiver me timbers, I’m sure there are some sea salts who’ll approve! Even when the dialogue gets a bit atypical, it hardly distracts from the normalcy our hero tries to live in.

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Decoding Optimus Prime Awakening, A New Chapter or Closure?

Optimus Prime Awakening sends its iconic hero on a spiritual journey through alternate realities, ancient symbols and a mysterious force beyond the Primes. From the Flower of Life to Energon’s possible consciousness, this short may be quietly setting up the boldest change to the IP. Until Hasbro announces something or nothing, the setup can be just as threatening or a reinvention….

Optimus Prime Awakening posterThe big question most fans are asking after seeing Optimus Prime Awakening is what comes next for all Cybertronians. Unless viewers are deeply familiar with the franchise’s lore, my thoughts are focused on Optimus’ final spiritual journey. The questions raised align with various spiritual beliefs, which pose a related question: will we become one with God after death? In this case, “Till all are one” takes on a different meaning, raising the issue of how we can break a vicious cycle of war and conflict.

This animated short nicely addresses how every continuity, from Armada and Cyberverse to G1 and Prime, is shaped by choices and decisions. Where the logic falters is with Earthspark. Megatron already realized that continued conflict was futile and that, unless everyone worked together to save Cybertron, they were doomed. He did not necessarily join the Autobots, but he did renounce what defined a Decepticon. At least, that was my reading.

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