Toonami Adds Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War & Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga in May 2025
Toonami is gearing up for an epic May with two huge anime additions to its late-night lineup! Starting May 17, fans can catch Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War and Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga on Adult Swim’s legendary anime block for the very first time.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War
Background: The latest chapter in the iconic Bleach saga, adapted from Tite Kubo’s manga.
Story: After surviving countless battles in the Soul Society, Ichigo Kurosaki faces a terrifying new enemy — the mysterious Wandenreich, who launch a full-scale assault on the Soul Reapers.
What to Expect: Intense battles, stunning animation, and deep lore as Ichigo defends both the World of the Living and the afterlife itself.
Fun Fact: Part 3: The Conflict just wrapped its airing in Japan (Oct-Dec 2024), and the final season, The Calamity, is on the horizon!
Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga
Background: The sequel to the hit 2011 Blue Exorcist anime, continuing the story from Kazue Kato’s manga.
Story: After his demonic heritage is exposed, Rin Okumura faces mistrust from his friends — but when the powerful Impure King threatens Kyoto, Rin must find the strength to fight alongside them.
What to Expect: Emotional growth, high-stakes exorcist battles, and gripping character drama.
Also This Month:
Lazarus fans, mark your calendars! After Episode 6 premieres on May 10 at midnight, Toonami will run a catch-up marathon of Lazarus Episodes 1–6 — perfect for getting up to speed with Shinichiro Watanabe’s thrilling new sci-fi series.
