Crunchyroll expands Spring 2026 lineup with Kill Blue

Get ready for an exciting spring!

Crunchyroll has officially confirmed that the anime adaptation of the hit action-comedy manga Kill Blue [Kill Blue|noun] will be a cornerstone of their Spring 2026 lineup.

Created by Tadatoshi Fujimaki, the mastermind behind Kuroko's Basketball, the story follows Juzo Ogami, a legendary 39-year-old hitman [hitman|noun] who suffers a bizarre fate.

After being stung by a mysterious wasp, he is transformed into a 13-year-old boy.

To find a cure, he must enroll in middle school, navigating the chaos of teenage life while maintaining his dangerous secret identity.

The series premiered on April 11, 2026, and is produced by Studio CUE.

Fans can look forward to high-energy animation directed by Yasunori Ide, accompanied by an exciting soundtrack featuring theme songs by K-pop sensations aespa and RIIZE.

With its unique premise and a simultaneous English dub, Kill Blue is quickly becoming a must-watch title for global anime fans.

Don't miss this hilarious and action-packed journey as Juzo balances homework with his lethal skills in one of the most anticipated series of the year.