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

In Part Two, Chibi Ed is all cozy for the next round Fall animated series to enjoy! With returning favourites and something new, he’s not leaving the comfort of home anytime soon.

Fall Animated Series with EdIn part two, I look at series set to stream or screen from October onwards. Although the Fall animated series I want to watch is specific, these are the shows I am more excited for than others. (Sorry Futurama)

Topping the list is the return to the world of Avatar, and no, I’m not talking about the James Cameron product! Instead, it’s the animated series to which fans of will finally get to see an exciting chapter not only for Aang in a cinematic release, but also the successor to Korra so we can find out how reincarnation works.

Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender
and Seven Havens

Avatar Aang- The Last Airbender Oct 9, 2026
Studio/production: Avatar Studios / Nickelodeon Animation
Streaming: Paramount+ | New series

Synopsis: This entry covers and counts as two separate two Avatar projects that expand the franchise in different directions. The new Avatar: The Last Airbender series returns to a hero many fans grew up with, while Avatar: Seven Havens introduces the next incarnation after Korra. Pavi is a young Earthbender who inherits the Avatar mantle in an era that sees her as humanity’s destroyer rather than its saviour.

Alongside her long-lost twin, she must uncover the truth about her origins and save the Seven Havens. And in what makes the new series special is in how it brings South Indian cultural elements into its setting and visual identity. Together, the two series make Avatar one of the fall’s major animated events.

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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.

Demona’s War With The Gargoyles: Her Past, Present and Future along with Predictions on What’s to Come

In this continuing look at Demona’s history, we see how things fall into place as she once had a daughter, tried to turn another and failed. As for another generation…. it seems creator Greg Weisman has ideas, and readers will be in for quite the ride!

Gargoyles Demona trade paperback coverWhen the danger is real, and Demona has shown that she can’t change her stripes, what happens next can be grounded in what has already been revealed throughout the series and Dynamite Comics‘ Demona miniseries. In part two, I focus on the next two eras.

Also included will be a quick look at her influence with the monthly regular series, as published by this comic book publisher. With the latest freshly out, what’s offered so far is more of a teaser as new characters straight out of legend start wanting a piece of the pie. They are The Green Knight and Queen Mab, Oberon’s mother! Yes, she’s not happy, and that’s for one very good reason!

Demona’s New War

After the massacre at Wyvern, Goliath’s former mate gathers the other gargoyles displaced by this private war and hopes to form a new faction. We see glimpses of this during the series, along with a great deal more in the self-titled miniseries. Although not every century is addressed, there’s more than enough backstory to make her a sympathetic character. Yet after failing with her adopted daughter Angelika, as recounted in the solo series Gargoyles: Demona, the final story featuring the two leaves the aging Angelika’s fate unknown.

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The Dark Ages of Demona’s Relationship with Disney Gargoyles – A Look Back

As most fans know, Dynamite Comics’ new monthly series picks up where the previous comics left off. Yet with Demona’s past still shaping the present, the Dark Ages saga may be far from finished. This overview concentrates on the animated series and Dynamite Comics monthly Gargoyles series; the earlier Slave Labor Graphics stories are not covered in detail.

Gargoyles Demona #0
The trade paperback edition of this miniseries will be out Oct 21, 2026. Preoder here.

The Dark Ages of Gargoyles is ripe for further exploration should creator Greg Weisman choose to write another story arc. After revisiting the episodes while gathering screen captures for a modelling project, I found that Demona’s tragedy feels far worse during my umpteenth watch, especially after reading the added lore in Dynamite Comics. All the tales set in the past carry much more meaning.

Most fans already know the story begins when the Viking Hakon wants to plunder Castle Wyvern, which is occupied by Princess Katherine and protected by the gargoyles. Although that’s one conflict, another simmers among the people and creatures who call this patch of land home. The gargoyle who would become Demona does not trust humans. She views humanity as a blight (“Awakening,” Parts One to Five) and wants them all gone.

If she hadn’t become an apprentice to the Archmage, things might have unfolded differently. A lingering question has me wondering if her hatred is what drew the Weird Sisters to watch her. Had she chosen love, the fate of the entire clan might have been different. The Magus would not have cast his spell turning them to stone until Castle Wyvern was lifted over the clouds, and she would not have been alone.

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With The 8 Immortals Present, All Wishes Come True, Whether They’re Ready or Not for the Punchline

Although the tales of the 8 Immortals are part of the narrative in works like “The Journey to the East” and “Yellow-Millet Dream,” to give them their own animated special in All Wishes Come True gives newcomers a glimpse at what they’re capable of, and it’s a great adventure to boot too!

All Wishes Come True Movie PosterSpoiler Alert

I find Cineplex Movies‘ lack of faith disturbing. When All Wishes Come True! (八仙; lit. translation: The 8 Immortals) isn’t getting an even distribution across North America, and the chain may not be confident it can draw regular crowds in Canada. I can’t say I blame them. Nor can I speak to how the film is performing in other parts of the world. Usually, unless a Chinese production has a big name like Jackie Chan that audiences recognize, crowds aren’t guaranteed to flock to it. For writer/director Zhengyang Mu, a relative unknown, perhaps the film needs new posters that read, “From the studio that brought you Kung Fu Panda 3 and Abominable…”

That might help folks who are unsure about the film decide to see it. A few moments echo Pearl Studio‘s previous work and DreamWorks‘ design philosophy, making this movie an easier sell. The humour is evident, and everyone understands the Ocean’s Eleven reference. Who doesn’t want to see that? There’s also the promise of an animated action-adventure about the Eight Immortals, technically soon-to-be immortals, who must prove their worth as new heroes while the current ruling dynasty sorts itself out. This introduction establishes how they rose through the ranks and challenged the norm.

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The Latest Ne Zha 3 News. Is This Movie Coming in 2028 or 2030?

After scouring various Chinese website for the latest, the latest Ne Zha 3 news are as follows. Simply we, put, we have to be patient.

Ne Zha News; Ne Zha 3 Poster
(Artwork not final)

Neither year is official. The latest Ne Zha 3 news is certainly telling, and we’ll have to be patient. When Ne Zha 2 (movie review) smashed many box office records and left viewers with that doozy of a cliffhanger regarding Monk Wuliang’s fate and meeting with others of his sect, just what’s going to happen next won’t be inspired by any of the classical books of Chinese Literature! What’s presented is wild, and the wait will be long so creator Yang Yu (professionally known as Jiaozi) can craft a story that’s meaningful and action packed.

On Ne Zha 3’s Douban page, the potential year of release changed from 2028 to 2030 in February 2025. It was subsequently changed back to 2028. Since the Chinese answer ot the INDB can contain provisional information, neither alteration represented an announcement from the production company.

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