When most think of anime, they picture long-running series that last for many years with multiple seasons. When a series is popular, it’s especially expected for it to stick around for a long while. Classics like Dragon Ball, Naruto, and One Piece have hundreds of episodes for fans to enjoy, making them staples of the medium. But as the years have gone by, anime has gotten shorter and shorter, usually capping at around 12 or 13 episodes. These shorter series don’t even adapt the full manga, leaving the story unfinished.
Many anime series have ended way earlier than they should have over the years, and even the most popular titles aren’t immune to this disappointing phenomenon. Though it’s always a shock, anime end prematurely for many reasons, from an unfinished manga to production issues and more. While it’s unclear if these titles will ever get a continuation,...
Many anime series have ended way earlier than they should have over the years, and even the most popular titles aren’t immune to this disappointing phenomenon. Though it’s always a shock, anime end prematurely for many reasons, from an unfinished manga to production issues and more. While it’s unclear if these titles will ever get a continuation,...
- 3/2/2025
- by Chelsea Steele
- CBR
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