My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 anime reveals January 2026 premiere with new theme song and trailer

Still from the anime
Still from the anime (Image credit: Studio Bones)

For those who were feeling upset over MHA anime getting over, the production team has released a new trailer for My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2. This is the final week of the original series before it airs its final episode, and it has been the only thing anime fans have been talking about. With a new trailer for Vigilantes, it seems like Studio Bones has pulled a calculated move, as it will not only keep the hype going for the franchise but also end up attracting new viewers.

According to official sources, it has been confirmed that My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 is going to start airing from January 5, 2026. This is only a few weeks away before we jump right back to Koichi's story, especially after saying farewell to Deku's. As it is part of the Winter 2026 anime season, this series is going to be part of a great line-up, but because it is part of a popular franchise, there is no doubt that it has the potential to become a highly anticipated series.

Still from the anime (Image credit: Studio Bones)
Still from the anime (Image credit: Studio Bones)

For fans hungry to stay in the Hero society even after the main anime concludes, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 is shaping up to be the perfect continuation. It is a refreshing take, especially after finishing the original series. Fans would enjoy watching something set in the same world, but not get stuck with comparisons, as the premise offers a unique twist. The latest trailer of Vigilantes Season 2 showcases Koichi Haimawari’s return as the friendly neighborhood vigilante “The Crawler.” It is leaning deeper into the raw, grounded tone that made this anime stand out in its first season.


Returning staff for the upcoming installment

The production team from the first season is also back, solidifying the series’ consistent visual and storytelling identity. My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 continues under:

  • Director: Kenichi Suzuki (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure)
  • Series Composition: Yosuke Kuroda (My Hero Academia)
  • Character Design: Takahiko Yoshida (Cells at Work!)
  • Studio: BONES Film
  • Music: Yuki Hayashi, Shogo Yamashira, Yuki Furuhashi
  • Opening Theme: CATCH!!! by THREEE
  • Ending Theme: Miss you by shytaupe

This returning lineup is a promising sign for fans who praised Season 1 for its faithful adaptation of the manga’s gritty street-level atmosphere.


Fan hype and what to expect from My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2

Still from the anime trailer (Image credit: Studio Bones)
Still from the anime trailer (Image credit: Studio Bones)

Online reactions exploded within minutes of the trailer's drop. Although many viewers were honestly shocked by the early January premiere, as they were expecting Studio BONES to release this season much later because of it. Some of the common reactions after watching My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2's new trailer are:

"My Hero Academia is also reaching its final episode (I want it to keep going!), but it's awesome that we get to see Kind Man again in the Vigilantes spin-off! I hope Izuku and the others make an appearance, even if it's just one original anime scene or something!,'' said one fan.
"Wow... #Vigilante Season 2's main PV is finally out! 🎬✨ OP and ED are way too exciting... 📺💖," stated a fan.
"Season 2 of "Vigilante" looks like it's going to have even hotter developments! With Surii's energetic OP and Shaitope's emotional ED, both the nail-biting action and the heart-stirring moments seem to be perfectly brought to life. I can't wait to see how the story of the heroes lurking in the shadows deepens!" added another fan.

Overall, it seems like the hype has been maintained by the production team. The story for this upcoming season is expected to pick up from where it ended in the final episode. We can expect Koichi to have more difficult battles and make some choices that would redefine the meaning of what a hero is in their world. If Season 1 was the introduction, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes Season 2 is where the real chaos begins.

Edited by Nisarga Kakade