Following a year in 2023 that witnessed a host of great anime such as "Suzume," "The Boy and the Hare," and "Jutsu Kaisen" Season 2, 2024 proved to be an equally (if not more) fascinating year.

With the exception of just two films ("Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion" and "Detective Conan"), this year was not so much a year of spectacular movie titles, but it was a year of exciting anime series, several of which are returning films.

Fans of "Bleach," "My Hero Academia," and "Reincarnate and You're a Slime" (just to name a few) will be very happy this year, but what is most appealing to me is the completely new original anime that will begin streaming throughout 2024.

This year is packed with interesting titles, and some of the most beloved cartoons will be brought to life in extraordinary ways; 2024 is the Year of the Dragon, and it's expected to be a hot one. But the nine most exciting films of the year may bring a whole new level of warmth to anime-heads and anime enthusiasts alike.

The breakout hit "Solo Reveling" has already proven itself to be one of the best, with two episodes aired to date. The action-fantasy story follows Song Jin-woo, who has been given several powers by the system, an unknown program that sees potential in the weak E-rank hunter. His new abilities allow him to literally level up at infinite speed, taking over those he defeats and turning them into "shadows," or minions.

Jin Woo's quest sees him plowing through the world in an attempt to find the reason for his new abilities, while placing himself in the midst of an ongoing war between monarchs and rulers. The series is already a huge hit, premiering on Crunchyroll this January 6, with a spin-off, "Solo Reveling," also set to air: a spin-off, "Solo Reveling: Ragnarok," is also scheduled to air in 2024.

The long-awaited Adult Swim adaptation of one of comics' most terrifying stories, premiering in 2019 and set to debut in 2020, may finally happen this 2024. Uzumaki, roughly translated as "whirlpool" or "whirlpool tide," takes viewers into the Japanese town of Kurozuucho, where a strange, supernatural evil is literally beginning to take the form of a crude whirlpool.

Based on Junji Ito's masterpiece of the same name, "Uzumaki" may be the terrifying answer anime horror fans have been waiting for. After several years of delay, 2024 may finally be the year of the spiral and the beginning of a new era of psychological horror in anime.

What happens when alien believers and ghost believers meet and their beliefs clash? It's "Dundadan," of course: this exciting shonen manga, first published in 2021, takes viewers on an absurd adventure with high school students Momo Ayase and Ken Takakura in the driver's seat.

Momo doesn't believe in aliens but does believe in ghosts, and Ken is the opposite, as the two strategize to prove their opponents wrong. The anime will officially air this October and may be the most anticipated 2024 film of all time.

While many anime feature wild adventures and incredible action scenes, "Is it Wrong to Seek Encounters in Dungeons? an anime adaptation of Ryosuke Kui's manga, takes the well-drawn, mouth-watering culinary animation found in Studio Ghibli's films to a whole new level. Polygon's Joshua Rivera also described the new Netflix anime as "Chef's Table meets Baldur's Gate. "

In "Delicious in the Dungeon," a group of adventurers, led by knight Laius, embark on a journey to save their lost sister. Along the way, the group cherishes the moments they feast on their delicious discoveries, proving that even in the darkest and most cursed lands, there is always something delicious to brighten the day. Delicious in the Dungeon is the perfect anime for fans of Baldur's Gate 3 who want something a little more to accompany Chultan Fireswill.

Turning the mech genre on its head, "Monster No. 8" is a completely original sci-fi anime that takes similar ideas expressed in films like "Godzilla Minus One" and molds them into an engaging new work of fiction. The plot revolves around childhood friends Hibino Kafka and Ashiki Mina. After their hometown is destroyed, the two vow to join the world's defense forces to fight the monsters.

Unfortunately, Hibino, after eating a piece of a fallen monster, gains the ability to transform into a monster, just like in "The Progressive Giant." Thus, Hibino is forced to go around the Defense Forces with a secret that could overturn everything he has built up so far, while keeping a childhood promise. Kaiju No. 8" will premiere on Crunchyroll in April and is already poised to become one of the biggest animated hits of 2024.

Akira Toriyama, despite being known primarily as the creator of "Dragon Ball" and "Dragon Ball Z," has several other works that have not gained any public fame. The adventure comedy was published in 2000 and ended after only one volume, but that didn't stop Namco Bandai from releasing not only an RPG but also an anime about villains in a world without water.

The story of "Sandland" is about a pink-haired spiky demon called Beadlebub, more commonly known as "Prince," who learns to live a quaint life with humans in a world devastated by endless war and natural disasters. This hilarious and heartfelt tale is a must for "Dragon Ball" fans.

For all "Gundam" fans, "Metallic Rogue" is the perfect mecha action series for this 2024 suit. The series stars android Rouge Redstar, who, with the help of her trusted friend Naomi Olsman, must kill all rebellious androids under the aptly named "Immortal Nine." The series takes place on Mars and is inspired by cyberpunk films such as Blade Runner and Ghost in the Shell.

The first episode already aired on Fuji TV on January 11, setting a new standard in the mecha genre, with two female protagonists leading the action.

While not "True Detective" Season 4, nujima's "Mysterious Disappeared" still proves to be an exciting new entry in anime. The story follows Sumireko Ogawa, a bookstore clerk who falls into the world of mystery when she helps her co-worker Ren Adachino investigate strange happenings in his town.

The seinen manga will consist of a delightful mix of comedy, romance, and intrigue. The series will debut in April 2024 and will be written and directed by Studio Ghibli co-owner Tomomitsu Mochizuki.

For anime music lovers, "Jellyfish Can't Swim at Midnight" is the perfect escape from the thrills and psychological refractions of 2024 action-adventure. The story focuses on an anonymous group of four girl artists, known as "Jere," in the throes of professional creation.

Each member of the team has her own unique field of expertise; Nanoha is a singing sensation who is aiming for the top, Nox is considered the best VTuber, Yoru is an illustrator who cannot find the desire to paint, and Kimura-chan is a composer. These characters offer an interesting perspective on the creative act and bring a new level of understanding to the fiction and art we experience on a daily basis. The Boy is scheduled for release in April 2024 and will give "Oshinokou" a shot in the arm.