Exciting news for fans of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End! The anime is officially getting a second season. This announcement was made during the show’s first-anniversary event, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. Studio Madhouse, the same studio that animated the first season, will be returning to work on Season 2.
What We Know About Season 2
During the anniversary event, the cast members from both the original hero’s party and the new group of characters appeared to celebrate the news. Along with this, a teaser visual and trailer were released, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.
The first season of Frieren aired in September 2023 and was split into two parts, also known as “cours.” The second cour aired in January 2024, and the anime wrapped up on March 22. Fans were left with a message that hinted at more adventures: “The Journey to Ende Continues.”
The Team Behind the Anime
For Season 2, the creative team from Season 1 will return. Keiichiro Saito, who directed the first season, is back at the helm. The scriptwriter Tomohiro Suzuki, known for his work on One Punch Man, will also return. Evan Call, who composed the beautiful music for Violet Evergarden, is back to create more music magic, and Reiko Nagasawa will continue designing the characters. This consistency in the team promises that Season 2 will be just as amazing as the first.
The cast will also remain the same, with Atsumi Tanezaki voicing Frieren, Kana Ichinose as Fern, and Chiaki Kobayashi as Stark, among others.
A Quick Look at the Story
For those who are new to Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, the anime is based on a manga written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe. The story follows Frieren, an elven mage who was once part of a group of heroes that defeated the Demon King. After their victory, they all went their separate ways, but Frieren, who has a much longer lifespan, witnesses the passing of her human friends over time. She embarks on a journey to better understand life, death, and what it means to live, while also fulfilling the wishes of her late companions.
This deep and emotional story has captivated fans, as it explores complex themes like friendship, mortality, and the passage of time.
What’s Next?
Alongside the Season 2 announcement, a special visual by Tsukasa Abe, the manga’s illustrator, was shared to commemorate the occasion. Fans are also excited about the upcoming Frieren prequel novel, which will be released on April 17, featuring new stories about some of the characters.
Season 2 is sure to bring more emotional moments, exciting adventures, and the beautiful storytelling that fans have come to love. With the return of the talented team from Season 1, expectations are high.
Crunchyroll will continue streaming the anime, so fans worldwide can look forward to watching the next chapter in Frieren’s journey. Keep an eye out for more updates as we get closer to the release of Season 2.
