As summeranimetitles have come out, August is always poised to be a busy month.New hit series, such as Netflix’sThe Summer Hikaru Died, are generating significant buzz alongside the continuation of beloved series likeKaiju No. 8,Dan Da Dan, andBlue Lock. Despite having their plates full, most anime fans can tell you they can never get enough. If one series starts to drag or fails to capture their interest, there is another one out there worth checking out.
These four series werepart of the July 2025 summer anime releases, but may not have immediately captured the attention of fans. Now, a few episodes in, these anime series are certainly worth checking out and adding to your viewing list for August 2025.
‘City the Animation’ (2025)
A City and Its Eccentric Inhabitants Come to Life
Midori Nagumo lives a carefree life, despite being a college student in perpetual debt and constantly hounded by her landlady. She finds strength in her friends, Wako Izumi and Ayumu Niikura, who call themselves the ‘Mont Blanc Trio.’ Together, the three navigate daily life but are often pulled into humorous situations, thanks to Midori’s impulsiveness and the many eccentric townsfolk who make up the charming cast ofCity the Animation.
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A wonderfullywholesome slice-of-life anime,City the Animation’s unique visual style and color palette perfectly reflect the humorous and bright lives of Midori and the various residents of her city. Fans of the manga will appreciate the relatively faithful adaptation, offering multiple ways to enjoy the quirky and heartwarming antics of Midori Nagumo and her friends.City the Animationis streaming on Prime Video.
City the Animation
‘With You and the Rain’ (2025)
An Anime All About Positive Vibes
Fuji is a novelist who, on a rainy evening, finds a strange animal in a box by the roadside. Initially thinking the animal was an abandoned dog, she soon learns that the little critter is a Tanuki with a kind and intelligent nature.With You and the Rainfollows the days the two spend together, with the introverted writer finding a new spark in her life with her playful friend, whom she names Kimi (meaning “you” in Japanese).
WhereCity the Animationis bigger on personality,With You and the Rainis a more relaxed and contemplative slice-of-life anime. At the same time, the series introduces an adorable element of fantasy in the form of the kind and intelligent Tanuki.Best described as soul-soothing, with beautiful visual direction and a calming flow, the series is perfect for older anime fans who can just relax and enjoy ‘vibes’ over the need for constant action or comedy.With you and the Rainis streaming on Crunchyroll.
With You and the Rain
‘New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt’ (2025)
A Cult Favorite Returns
It has been 15 years since Panty and Stocking presented their particular brand of chaos.The anime, which has developed a cult followingwith its over-the-top, in-your-face comedy and action, continues its adventures in Daten City, a location situated between Earth and Heaven. The two sisters make a living by hunting demonic spirits troubling the city, earning ‘Heaven Coins’ from their kills, which they hope will get them back into heaven.
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New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelthas proven to be a treat for fans of the original series, stillkeeping that irreverent, energetic style with crude and silly humor that made the initial series memorable.A few visual tweaks, while paying homage to the original, also give the series a much-needed polish to draw in new fans. This action/comedy may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but for those who enjoy overly expressive and unique anime,New Panty & Stocking with Garterbeltis worth checking out on Prime Video.
New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt
‘Call of the Night’ (Season 2)
A Standout Dark Fantasy/Romance Enters Its Second Season
14-year-old Kou Yamori has stopped attending high school due to his dissatisfaction with life and persistent insomnia. Finding some solace in wandering out at night, Kou happens upon an eccentric vampire girl named Nazuna Nanakusa, who offers to cure his insomnia by turning him into a vampire. Yet, to get what he desires, Kou must also fall in love with Nazuna, a task that is hard for him, having disassociated himself from the world.
WhileCall of the Nightis in its second season,it is worth catching up with for those looking for a good dark fantasy/romance series. The second season has also started to introduce some light action elements. Still, the series has already proven to be a mix of stunning visuals, compelling characters, and a unique take on the tired tropes of vampiric romance. The series also explores darker themes, making it better suited for an older audience.Call of the Nightis streaming on Hulu.
