Producer Atsushi Kaneko has recently ignited excitement among fans of Solo Leveling with an update regarding the anime’s future. As discussions swirl around the much-anticipated Season 3 and a potential film adaptation, Kaneko took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a New Year message on January 1, 2026.
In his post, he expressed his best wishes for the new year and hinted that significant developments are on the horizon for Solo Leveling enthusiasts. He mentioned receiving a rubber band engraved with the phrase “Art is not a crime,” which he intends to adopt as his guiding principle for 2026. More importantly, he teased, “something truly exciting might happen for ‘SL fans’!! I’m sorry, but please, please wait just a little longer…!!!”
This update comes amid rumors of a Solo Leveling movie set to release in 2026. According to a report from Collider, the studio’s decision to produce a movie may have been influenced by the remarkable success of other anime films, such as Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle. The upcoming film is expected to delve into the key story arcs from both Seasons 1 and 2.
Solo Leveling, which premiered its first season on Crunchyroll in January 2024 and quickly became a sensation, follows the journey of Sung Jinwoo, the world’s weakest hunter. Chosen by a mysterious system after narrowly escaping a deadly dungeon raid, he is granted the ability to level up beyond human limits, transforming from prey to predator as he uncovers dark truths about the monster-infested dungeons.
With these developments, fans have much to look forward to in 2026, showcasing the enduring popularity of Solo Leveling and its potential for even greater storytelling through new mediums.