Anime Club After Dark

Step back into the digital dreamscape with our full Animatrix Spoilercast! In this deep dive, we break down every short film in The Animatrix, exploring how it expanded the world of The Matrix with stunning animation, philosophical storytelling, and haunting cyberpunk imagery.

The sun is shining, the waves are crashing, and we’re making terrible decisions again! ☀️Welcome back to Pokémon Smash or Pass, this time with Gen 7 Pokémon from the Alola region! From beach bums and buff bears to gorgeous sirens and haunted sandcastles, it’s time to decide: smash or pass?

The Fall 2025 anime season is here, and it’s packed with massive sequels and exciting new premieres—from the final season of My Hero Academia, the continuation of Star Wars: Visions with Volume 3, and the long-awaited One Punch Man Season 3 to fresh adaptations like Fujimoto Tatsuki 17-26, Shuumatsu Touring, and Disney Twisted-Wonderland.We’ll talk hype levels, potential sleeper hits, and which shows deserve a spot on our watchlist. Whether you’re excited for the return of SPY×FAMILY and To Your Eternity, or curious about upcomers like This Monster Wants to Eat Me, we’ve got you covered.

Join us as we take a deep dive into JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 5: Golden Wind, David Production’s stunning anime adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s classic story arc. In this spoilercast, we cover everything—from Giorno Giovanna’s rise in Passione to Bucciarati’s iconic moments, King Crimson’s wild powers, the unforgettable battles, and the emotional finale.Whether you’re a longtime JoJo fan or just finished watching Golden Wind, this episode is packed with analysis, hot takes, and appreciation for one of the most stylish and ambitious arcs in the JoJo saga.

It’s time to dive into Kalos and make some bad decisions — yep, we’re back with Pokémon Smash or Pass, this time for Gen 6 Pokémon.From chestnut hedgehogs and sexy fox wizards, to dragons made of goo and literal keychains, we’re here to decide which Gen 6 Pokémon deserve a smash and which ones are an immediate pass.

It’s time to talk about the anime equivalent of a fever dream: Garzey’s Wing! You’ve heard the memes, seen the screencaps, and maybe even watched the infamous dub—but now it’s time for the full spoilercast breakdown.Buckle up. This one’s unhinged.

This episode we’re sharing our thoughts on the latest anime we’ve been watching! Discussion includes Too Many Losing Heroines, Yuru Camp, See You Tomorrow at the Food Court, The Water Magician, Call of the Night S2, The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity, Nukitashi the Animation, and more!What have you been watching lately? Let us know below!

Whisper of the Heart may not have the fantastical worlds of Spirited Away or Howl’s Moving Castle, but it’s one of Studio Ghibli’s most heartfelt, grounded, and relatable films. In this review, we dive into Shizuku’s coming-of-age journey, her dreams of writing, and the quiet but powerful romance that has touched viewers for decades.

From the legendary Zekrom to literal garbage bags and ice cream cones, we're diving headfirst into Pokémon: Black & White’s chaotic roster in this hilarious and slightly unhinged episode of the Anime Club After Dark podcast!Join us as we thirst, judge, and regret everything.

We need to talk...Takopi’s Original Sin is only 6 episodes, but it hits... hard. Join us as we dive into the trauma, moral dilemmas, and emotional rollercoaster of this unforgettable anime mini-series!

K-pop idols battling demons? Neon visuals, killer outfits, and supernatural chaos? In this review, we dive deep into KPop Demon Hunters, the high-energy anime movie that’s got everyone talking. But is it all flash and no substance, or does it actually deliver?We break down everything from the animation and music to the plot, characters, and fanservice!

It's that time of the month!Join us as we discuss out thoughts on both the new Superman and Fantastic 4 films, along with our first impressions on Summer anime like Ruri Rocks, The Summer Hikaru Died, and new seasons of Dan Da Dan, My Dress Up Darling, Panty and Stocking, and more!

Join us as we take a look at Katsuhiro Otomo's 2004 steampunk anime film Steamboy! Is it a worthy follow-up to his work on the legendary Akira, a misunderstood hidden gem, a genuine cult classic, or something else entirely? Let's find out!

Season 2 of The Apothecary Diaries delivered twists, court intrigue, and some of the smartest writing in anime this year—and we're diving deep into all of it!Subscribe to Ian's channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@BmoreBrass

We check out Shinichiro Watanabe's latest anime series Lazarus. Is it a new masterpiece or a massive miss for the legendary director of Cowboy Bebop, Samurai Champloo, Space Dandy, and more? Let's find out!

Join us for the final Monthly Dump of the Spring season! We talk about 28 Years Later, Apocalypse Hotel, Fire Force, Windbreaker, and much more!

The Summer season is fast approaching!Join us as we talk about the upcoming anime (including so many sequels) in Summer 2025 that we're looking forward to: like DanDaDan, My Dress Up Darling, Call of the Night, The Summer Hikaru Died, and more (along with some that we'd rather forget even exist)!

Why do so many anime adaptations completely miss the mark? In this episode of ACAD, we’re joined once again by our friend Ian to dive into some of the worst anime adaptations of beloved manga, light novels, games, etc. From rushed pacing to awful animation, we break down where it all went wrong — and why fans deserve better.We’re talking Soul Eater, The Promised Neverland, Berserk (2016), A Certain Magical Index, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned otaku or just starting out, this episode is your guide to what *not* to watch.

Join us as we roast YOUR anime hot takes sent in to us on Twitter and in our Discord server!What's your biggest anime, manga, light novel, etc. hot take? Tell us below and it might end up in a part two!Join ACAD everywhere to keep up with all we do:YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@AnimeClubAfterDarkDiscord (18+ only) → https://discord.gg/animeclubafterdark Twitter → https://x.com/AnimeClubAD Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/acad.bsky.social TikTok → https://tiktok.com/@animeclubafterdark Visit the ACAD merch shop:https://AnimeClubAD.redbubble.com Art assets created by:https://www.twitch.tv/vixxx_elur https://x.com/DinoBirdOfDoom

We’re diving into Earwig and the Witch, Studio Ghibli’s first fully CGI feature—and one of its most controversial releases yet. Is it a bold new direction or a disappointing misfire from the legendary studio behind Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro?