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The 2025 summer anime season is here and so is the widely anticipated release date ofGachiakutaepisode 1. The door to the Sphere is finally opening, and soon, more fans will know Rudo’s name, as well as his powerful ability. Born from the slums and thrown in the pit, Rudo will verify to exact vengeance someday. Based on the trailers alone,Gachiakutaalready has the potentialto be the next big shounen anime of the modern year.
With a unique setting, compelling premise, fluid animation, and intriguing characters, it will not be a surprise ifGachiakutaimmediately becomes a massive hit. That said, fans who wish to find outaboutGachiakuta’s release date, where they can watch it, and what to expect from the new summer anime can read this article for additional details that may help their watching experience.
Gachiakuta Episode 1 Release Date and Time
Gachiakuta Will Premiere in July 2025
Gachiakuta episode 1 is scheduled for release on Jul 25, 2025 (Sunday), at 11:30 p.m. JST (10:30 a.m. ET) in most international territories, including North and South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Oceania, the Indian subcontinent, and CIS, excluding Russia and Belarus.
But even before the first episode drops on July 6, Gachiakuta will have an advance screening in 15 countries on July 03, 2025, as part of the “Gachiakuta World Takeover” event, including Japan, France, Brazil, India, Germany, and Italy, to name a few, in different locations.
The total episode count for Gachiakuta is not yet confirmed, but it is rumored to run for two consecutive cours with 24 episodes. If so, then Gachiakuta will be around for quite some time, likely until the2025 fall anime season, as two consecutive cours means six months of continuous run. Many manga fans are happy about this format, but others believe it’s better to have a split run for consistent quality.
Where to Watch Gachiakuta Episode 1
Gachiakuta Will Arrive on Crunchyroll
Gachiakuta episode 1 will premiere on Crunchyrollfor most international territories, so it’s best to have a region check before the first episode drops in July. In addition, Crunchyroll will also provide an English dub for Gachiakuta on the same day. However, the exact dub airtime of the anime is still unconfirmed, but it will likely come out shortly within the day. The dub cast is led by Bryson Baugus (Nagi Seishiro in Blue Lock) as Rudo and Christopher Wehkamp (Rokusuke Koenji in Classroom of the Elite) as Enjin.
In Japan, Gachiakuta will premiere on local channels like CBC, TBS, and 26 other channels. For Asian regions outside of Japan, Gachiakuta episode 1 will also be available on Ani-One Asia and BiliBili. Fans hoping to catch the anime on Netflix might be disappointed in July, as Gachiakuta episode 1 will only be available on Netflix Japan. As of writing, there’s no word whetherNetflix will also stream the animein other regions.
What to Expect From Gachiakuta Episode 1
Intense and Grunge Battles in a Gritty, Trash-Filled World
Anime fans who haven’t read the original manga will be up for an intense, action-filled ride in Gachiakuta episode 1. Set in a gritty, trash-filled world, Gachiakuta will introduce the viewers to ayoung and edgy boy named Rudo, who lives in the slums of a wealthy society along with his adoptive father, Regto. Known as a “tribesfolk” descending from criminals, Rudo’s reputation isn’t something he can easily escape, especially with a deceased criminal father.
I reject everything you’ve said. And I embrace everything you reject.—Rudo
This is just the beginning of Gachiakuta’s compelling premise, as there’s more to the slums where Rudo is residing. The slums were purposely built on the edge of the town, near the pit, or the abyss, where all kinds of waste, including criminals, are dropped. However, no one really knows what happened inside the pit, as no human has ever come back from it. Of course, that will change as Rudo will be instrumental in unlocking the secrets of the pit.
With these, Gachiakuta episode 1 will instantly throw the audience into a cruel and unfair world where justice is twisted, and social hierarchy reigns supreme. Fans who are intodark shounen and anti-hero vibeswill surely enjoy the first episode ofGachiakutaonce it drops in July.
