Anime On This Day — Tuesday, April 21, 2026

Premiered on this day

Premiered on this day25 years ago

Case Closed Movie 05: Countdown to Heaven

★8.12001

Premiered on this day25 years ago

Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back

★8.02001

Premiered on this day8 years ago

Liz and the Blue Bird

★8.22018

Premiered on this day21 years ago

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

★7.12005

Premiered on this day14 years ago

A Letter to Momo

★7.62012

Premiered on this day19 years ago

Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World - Byouki no Kuni - For You

★7.72007

Premiered on this day19 years ago

Shakugan no Shana: The Movie

★7.42007

Premiered on this day19 years ago

Detective Conan Movie 11: Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure

★7.42007

Season rewind

Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World-

JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable

spring 2016

10 years ago

78: shows
2,706: episodes
22: days of anime
Studio Deen: Studio of the season

Franchise8 years ago

OriginLiz and the Blue BirdNext chapterTokubetsu-hen Hibike! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest

Watching now

394

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

21 years later

Forgotten gem

Forgotten gem25 years ago

Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back

★8.02001

Ended on this day

Ended on this day16 years ago

Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas

★8.02010

Ended on this day4 years ago

Shaman King (2021)

★6.92022

Ended on this day21 years ago

Girls Bravo: Second Season

★6.62005

Ended on this day37 years ago

Vampire Princess Miyu

★7.01989

Ended on this day8 years ago

Uncharted Walker

★7.32018

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初放映 PREMIERE

Case Closed Movie 05: Countdown to Heaven

2001 · 25 years ago

The Case Closed franchise delivered a high-stakes mystery with its fifth theatrical outing, Countdown to Heaven. This Shounen mystery film brought a unique blend of adventure and suspense to fans.

8.1 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back

2001 · 25 years ago

The beloved, irreverent Shin-chan returned to the big screen with The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back. This sci-fi comedy movie explored themes of nostalgia and growing up.

8.0 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Liz and the Blue Bird

2018 · 8 years ago

The Sound! Euphonium franchise expanded with the critically acclaimed movie Liz and the Blue Bird. This drama explored the complex relationship between two high school musicians.

8.2 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

2005 · 21 years ago

The shocking anime Elfen Lied expanded its narrative with a special episode, In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?. This installment offered further insight into the series' tragic characters.

7.1 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

A Letter to Momo

2012 · 14 years ago

The heartwarming drama A Letter to Momo premiered, following a young girl's encounter with mischievous spirits. This supernatural film was praised for its beautiful animation and touching story.

7.6 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World - Byouki no Kuni - For You

2007 · 19 years ago

The philosophical adventure series Kino's Journey released the movie Byouki no Kuni - For You. This installment explored a nation grappling with a mysterious sickness.

7.7 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Shakugan no Shana: The Movie

2007 · 19 years ago

The popular Urban Fantasy series Shakugan no Shana received its own movie, following Shana's battles in this action-packed fantasy romance. The film brought the Torches and Crimson Denizens to cinemas.

7.4 Score

初放映 PREMIERE

Detective Conan Movie 11: Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure

2007 · 19 years ago

The enduring Detective Conan franchise sailed into its eleventh movie, Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure. This Shounen mystery film took viewers on an underwater adventure.

7.4 Score

主題歌 THEME SONG

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

2005 · 21 years ago

♪ Lilium · Kumiko Noma

季回顧 REWIND

spring 2016

2016 · 10 years ago

Ten years ago, the Spring 2016 anime season exploded with hits like Re:ZERO, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable, and My Hero Academia. This season offered a diverse slate of popular shows.

視聴中 WATCHING NOW

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

2005 · 21 years ago

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?, a special episode from 21 years ago, continues to be watched by many. It offers a deeper look into the series' tragic lore.

394 Watching now

系譜 FRANCHISE

Liz and the Blue Bird

2018 · 8 years ago

Next chapter: Tokubetsu-hen Hibike! Euphonium: Ensemble Contest

+4 5 entries

隠玉 HIDDEN GEM

Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back

2001 · 25 years ago

While Crayon Shin-chan is known for its slapstick, The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back, which premiered 25 years ago, proved the franchise could tackle deeper themes with its sci-fi premise.

8.0 Score

最終回 FINALE

Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas

2010 · 16 years ago

The epic Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas concluded its OVA run, bringing the intense battles of the Holy War to a close. This action-packed mythological series captivated fans.

8.0 Score

最終回 FINALE

Shaman King (2021)

2022 · 4 years ago

The 2021 adaptation of Shaman King wrapped up its 52-episode run. This action-packed Shounen series brought the manga's story to a definitive close.

6.9 Score

最終回 FINALE

Girls Bravo: Second Season

2005 · 21 years ago

The ecchi harem comedy Girls Bravo: Second Season aired its final episode. This fantasy series continued the adventures of Yohko and her unusual companions.

6.6 Score

最終回 FINALE

Vampire Princess Miyu

1989 · 37 years ago

The dark fantasy OVA series Vampire Princess Miyu aired its final episode. This classic Shoujo horror tale followed Miyu as she hunted down Shinma.

7.0 Score

最終回 FINALE

Uncharted Walker

2018 · 8 years ago

The suspenseful web anime Uncharted Walker aired its final episode. This short-form series presented a high-stakes survival game scenario.

7.3 Score

25-year milestone · Lead Story

25 years ago, Detective Conan's fifth film brought a ticking clock.

Premiered on this day Case Closed Movie 05: Countdown to Heaven 2001

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25: years ago
2001: aired
★8.1: Score

Twenty-five years ago, Detective Conan's cinematic adventures escalated with the release of Countdown to Heaven.

This fifth movie in the long-running franchise saw Conan face a race against time aboard a skyscraper, blending the series' signature detective work with thrilling adventure and a touch of comedy.

Crayon Shin-chan: The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back

25 years ago ★ 8.0

The beloved, irreverent Shin-chan returned to the big screen with The Storm Called - The Adult Empire Strikes Back. This sci-fi comedy movie explored themes of nostalgia and growing up.

In Brief

Premiered on this day 8 years ago

Liz and the Blue Bird

8.2 Score

The Sound! Euphonium franchise expanded with the critically acclaimed movie Liz and the Blue Bird. This drama explored the complex relationship between two high school musicians.

Premiered on this day 21 years ago

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?

7.1 Score

The shocking anime Elfen Lied expanded its narrative with a special episode, In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings?. This installment offered further insight into the series' tragic characters.

Premiered on this day 14 years ago

A Letter to Momo

7.6 Score

The heartwarming drama A Letter to Momo premiered, following a young girl's encounter with mischievous spirits. This supernatural film was praised for its beautiful animation and touching story.

Premiered on this day 19 years ago

Kino no Tabi: The Beautiful World - Byouki no Kuni - For You

7.7 Score

The philosophical adventure series Kino's Journey released the movie Byouki no Kuni - For You. This installment explored a nation grappling with a mysterious sickness.

Premiered on this day 19 years ago

Shakugan no Shana: The Movie

7.4 Score

The popular Urban Fantasy series Shakugan no Shana received its own movie, following Shana's battles in this action-packed fantasy romance. The film brought the Torches and Crimson Denizens to cinemas.

Premiered on this day 19 years ago

Detective Conan Movie 11: Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure

7.4 Score

The enduring Detective Conan franchise sailed into its eleventh movie, Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure. This Shounen mystery film took viewers on an underwater adventure.

Opening · Theme song

Lilium

by Kumiko Noma

Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings? · 21 years ago

Franchise

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