The highly popular anime “Solo Leveling” is garnering attention as producer Atsushi Kaneko recently provided an exciting update regarding its future. With much anticipation surrounding a potential Season 3 and the possibility of a movie, Kaneko reassured fans through a recent post on X (formerly Twitter).
In a New Year’s message, Kaneko expressed good wishes for 2026 and hinted at thrilling developments for “Solo Leveling” enthusiasts. He shared an image featuring a rubber band bearing the phrase “Art is not a crime,” which he intends to adopt as his motto for the year. Kaneko emphasized that fans should stay tuned for a significant announcement, stating, “something truly exciting might happen for ‘SL fans’!! I’m sorry, but please, please wait just a little longer…!!!”
The excitement surrounding the franchise isn’t solely due to the third season. Reports have surfaced suggesting that a “Solo Leveling” movie may be in the works, potentially debuting in 2026. This news aligns with the success of recent anime films, including “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” and “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle,” and indicates that the studio recognizes the immense popularity of the franchise as a driving force behind this cinematic venture.
For those unfamiliar, “Solo Leveling” follows the journey of Sung Jinwoo, the weakest hunter in a world plagued by monster-infested dungeons. After surviving a dangerous raid, he is chosen by a mysterious system that grants him the ability to level up beyond human limits, transforming him from prey into a powerful predator as he seeks to uncover the dark truths within these perilous realms.
With the anime’s first season making waves on Crunchyroll since its debut in January 2024 and the subsequent release of Season 2 in January 2025, the anticipation for what’s next has never been higher. Fans can look forward to what promises to be an eventful year for “Solo Leveling,” filled with potential announcements that may reshape the landscape of the series.