Spirited Away
2001 · 25 years ago
Spirited Away first aired in 2001.
8.8 Score
All days The Almanac · Monday, July 20, 2026
On This Day in Anime
Premieres, finales and forgotten gems tied to today — plus what fans are watching right now.
Premiered on this day
Premiered on this day25 years agoSpirited Away
Premiered on this day35 years agoOnly Yesterday
Premiered on this day35 years agoDragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge
![Baby Princess 3D Paradise 0 [Love]](https://img.seasonalanime.com/i/v1/731b9634-6c04-44b1-a2d7-f7fe61676677/w400)
Premiered on this day15 years agoBaby Princess 3D Paradise 0 [Love]
Premiered on this day13 years agoThe Wind Rises
Premiered on this day24 years agoThe Cat Returns
Premiered on this day8 years agoMirai
Premiered on this day13 years agoProblem Children Are Coming from Another World, Aren't They? OVA
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Franchise24 years ago
OriginThe Cat ReturnsGrew into a 2-entry franchise
OriginThe Cat ReturnsGrew into a 2-entry franchiseEnded on this day
Only Yesterday
1991 · 35 years ago
Only Yesterday first aired in 1991.
7.5 Score
Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge
1991 · 35 years ago
Dragon Ball Z: Cooler's Revenge first aired in 1991.
7.1 Score
Baby Princess 3D Paradise 0 [Love]
2011 · 15 years ago
Baby Princess 3D Paradise 0 [Love] first aired in 2011.
6.4 Score
The Wind Rises
2013 · 13 years ago
The Wind Rises first aired in 2013.
8.1 Score
The Cat Returns
2002 · 24 years ago
The Cat Returns first aired in 2002.
7.7 Score
Mirai
2018 · 8 years ago
Mirai first aired in 2018.
7.3 Score
Problem Children Are Coming from Another World, Aren't They? OVA
2013 · 13 years ago
Problem Children Are Coming from Another World, Aren't They? OVA first aired in 2013.
7.2 Score
Spirited Away
2001 · 25 years ago
♪ Day of the River/Ano hi no kawa · Joe Hisaishi
summer 2016
2016 · 10 years ago
The summer 2016 season brought us Mob Psycho 100, The Disastrous Life of Saiki K., Food Wars! The Second Plate, and more.
Spirited Away
2001 · 25 years ago
25 years after its 2001 debut, fans are still working through Spirited Away.
5,289 Watching now
Spirited Away
2001 · 25 years ago
Premiered 25 years ago today in 2001 — love it or hate it, nobody agrees on Spirited Away.
85/15 Love it · Hate it
The Cat Returns
2002 · 24 years ago
Grew into a 2-entry franchise
+1 2 entries
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas 2
2011 · 15 years ago
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas 2 aired its finale in 2011.
8.1 Score
Today's Edition July 20, 2026 · 12 stories ·
15-year milestone · Lead Story
Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas 2 ended 15 years ago today
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- 2011
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Fifteen years ago, fans said goodbye to the epic battles of Saint Seiya: The Lost Canvas 2. This OVA series, a prequel to the original Saint Seiya, delved into the Holy War between Hades and Athena during the 18th century. The second season continued the intense narrative, focusing on the Knights of Pegasus and the looming threat of the Specters, all rendered with a distinct visual style.
The Lost Canvas is remembered for its faithful adaptation of the manga and its dramatic flair. The conclusion of its second season left a strong impression on fans who appreciated its blend of mythological storytelling and high-octane combat. It remains a significant entry for Saint Seiya enthusiasts, offering a compelling narrative within the broader universe.
Premiered on this day Spirited Away
Spirited Away first aired in 2001.