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Mob Psycho 100 Confirms Major Return in July 2026 – New Season or Movie?

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A split promotional image for Mob Psycho 100's 10th anniversary featuring an original black and white manga illustration by ONE on the left and a colored anime screenshot of Reigen and Mob on the right.

Ten years ago, a boy who wanted nothing to do with his own superpowers quietly became one of the most beloved characters in anime history. Now, Mob Psycho 100 is marking a full decade since its debut with a wave of anniversary celebrations, including a confirmed live event in July and a special US theatrical release. So if you have been wondering what exactly is happening and whether a new season or movie is on the way, here is a complete breakdown of everything officially confirmed.

Is Mob Psycho 100 Getting a New Season or Movie?

To set expectations clearly upfront: no new season or movie has been announced. The confirmed return in July relates to the anime’s 10th anniversary celebrations, not new story content. However, what is confirmed is still very significant for fans of the series.

What Is ConfirmedDetails
10th Anniversary Event12 July 2026, Fukagawa Mirai Hall, Kawaguchi, Saitama, Japan
US Theatrical Screening20 July 2026, one day only
Anime Expo Panel4 July 2026, day three of the convention
Panel GuestsDirector Yuzuru Tachikawa, Setsuo Ito (Mob), Takahiro Sakurai (Reigen)
US Theatrical HandlerCrunchyroll (full details not yet confirmed)
Hashtag Campaign#MyMobPsycho on X (formerly Twitter)

What Is the Mob Psycho 100 10th Anniversary Event?

The official anniversary event takes place on 12 July 2026, exactly ten years to the day since the first episode of the anime aired. The event will be held at the Fukagawa Mirai Hall in Kawaguchi, Saitama, just north of Tokyo.

Confirmed attendees for the Japanese event include the lead voice cast and MOB CHOIR. Tickets for the event are available via lottery, and applications are currently open.

When Does Mob Psycho 100 Come to US Theaters?

A special theatrical screening is set for 20 July 2026 in the United States, available for one day only. Crunchyroll is handling the anniversary release, though the full details of what the screening will include have not yet been announced. Fans in the US can stay tuned to Crunchyroll’s official channels for ticketing details once they are shared.

What About Anime Expo?

Mob Psycho 100 will also take the stage at Anime Expo 2026 on 4 July 2026, the convention’s third day. The panel will feature:

  • Yuzuru Tachikawa, the series’ director
  • Setsuo Ito, the voice of Mob/Shigeo Kageyama
  • Takahiro Sakurai, the voice of Reigen Arataka

This marks a rare opportunity for Western fans to see key creative figures behind the series in person.

What Anniversary Content Has Already Dropped?

Celebrations began earlier in 2026 on 12 May, which is the birthday of the main character Shigeo Kageyama. Two major pieces of content were revealed on that date:

A special 10th anniversary key visual created by anime character designer Yoshimichi Kameda was unveiled alongside a newly drawn original illustration by manga creator ONE himself.

Series creator ONE shared a message with fans: “Congratulations on the 10th anniversary! Has it really been 10 years since the first broadcast? Thanks to the director, staff, production committee, editorial team, and above all, the fans, I’m truly happy that Mob Psycho 100 has remained full of life.”

Voice actor Setsuo Ito also addressed fans directly, saying he could “hardly believe it” had been ten years and that Mob and Shigeo Kageyama continue to hold a special place in his heart.

What Is the #MyMobPsycho Campaign?

As part of the anniversary, a global hashtag campaign is running on X under #MyMobPsycho. Fans can use it to share their favourite scenes and personal memories connected to the series. Selected fan posts may be featured on official social media channels and could also be reflected in events held in Japan. The first theme for the campaign is “Your Favorite Scene.”

What Is Mob Psycho 100?

Mob Psycho 100 follows Shigeo Kageyama, also known as Mob, an eighth-grade student with extraordinary psychic powers who actively tries to suppress them and live a normal life. Under the guidance of Arataka Reigen, a self-proclaimed exorcist who is actually a con artist, Mob navigates spirits, powerful rivals, and his own emotional growth. When his feelings push past 100%, the results are explosive.

The anime is based on the manga written and illustrated by ONE, which began serialization in 2012 and concluded in 2017. ONE is also known for creating One Punch Man.

Studio BONES produced all three seasons of the anime, with the series running from 12 July 2016 to 22 December 2022.

SeasonDirectorYear
Season 1Yuzuru Tachikawa2016
Season 2Yuzuru Tachikawa2019
Season 3Takahiro Hasui (Chief: Tachikawa)2022

The manga ran for 16 volumes plus a special story focused on Reigen, all of which have been translated into English.

Where Can You Watch Mob Psycho 100 Right Now?

All three seasons and the OVAs are currently available to stream on both Crunchyroll and Netflix. The manga’s 16 volumes are also available in English for anyone looking to read the source material ahead of the anniversary events.

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