Unmasking the Vigilantes: My Hero Academia Spinoff Set to Debut on Crunchyroll This April!

My Hero Academia: Vigilantes has been officially confirmed. The new spinoff anime is scheduled to premiere on April 7, 2025, with Crunchyroll securing the streaming rights. This adaptation of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes brings to fruition the beloved manga authored by Hideyuki Furuhashi and Betten Court, which wrapped up in May 2022 after 15 volumes. A brand-new opening theme titled “Kekka Orai” is set to be performed by Kocchi no Kento, as noted in the latest announcement.

When and Where to Catch My Hero Academia: Vigilantes

Viewers can watch My Hero Academia: Vigilantes for streaming on Crunchyroll. The anime’s plot unfolds prior to the events of My Hero Academia, centering on individuals who operate outside the conventional hero framework.

Official Trailer and Storyline of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes

The recently released trailer offers a glimpse into the series, showcasing the story of Koichi Haimawari, a typical college student who relinquishes his aspiration to become a hero. His fate shifts when he meets Knuckleduster, a vigilante who exists beyond legal boundaries. Joined by Pop☆Step, Koichi assumes the mantle of an underground hero, aiding those in need without any official acknowledgment. The series delves into themes of justice beyond established rules and the obstacles confronted by vigilantes in a realm where licensed heroes prevail.

Cast and Crew of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes

Kenichi Suzuki, recognized for his work on JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, is at the helm of the adaptation as director, with Yosuke Kuroda responsible for series composition. Character designs are created by Takahiko Yoshida, while music contributions come from Yuki Hayashi, Shogo Yamashira, and Yuki Furuhashi. The principal cast includes Shuichiro Umeda as Koichi Haimawari/The Crawler, Ikumi Hasegawa as Kazuho Haneyama/Pop☆Step, and Yasuhiro Mamiya as Oguro Iwao/Knuckleduster. Additional character visuals have been unveiled for Kuin Hachisuka, Soga Kugisaki, and Naomasa Tsukauchi, along with their respective voice actors. Excitement for My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is mounting, with its release poised to enrich the franchise’s universe by exploring the challenges faced by unlicensed heroes.