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Made in Abyss seasons
The Made in Abyss anime is made by Kinema Citrus, directed by Masayuki Kojima and written by Hideyuki Kurata. It began with a 13-episode TV season in 2017. Two compilation films in January 2019 retold that season, and the 2020 film Dawn of the Deep Soul continued the story, so it should be watched before season 2. The second TV season, The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, aired in 2022 with 12 episodes. A theatrical film series followed: part 1, Awakening Mystery, opened in Japan on 23 October 2026. The source is Akihito Tsukushi's manga in Takeshobo's Web Comic Gamma, with 15 volumes as of August 2026.
| Season | Premiere | End | Episodes | Studio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | July 7, 2017 | September 29, 2017 | 13 | Kinema Citrus |
| Made in Abyss: Journey's Dawn (compilation film) | January 4, 2019 | Kinema Citrus | ||
| Made in Abyss: Wandering Twilight (compilation film) | January 18, 2019 | Kinema Citrus | ||
| Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep Soul | January 17, 2020 | Kinema Citrus | ||
| Season 2: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun | July 6, 2022 | September 28, 2022 | 12 | Kinema Citrus |
| Made in Abyss: Awakening Mystery (film series, part 1) | October 23, 2026 | Kinema Citrus |
Season 1
Riko and Reg leave Orth and descend through the upper layers of the Abyss, where they meet Ozen at the Seeker Camp and later Nanachi on the fourth layer. The season aired from 7 July to 29 September 2017 on AT-X, Tokyo MX and other channels, with 13 episodes. Its later episodes include intense scenes of injury and danger.
Made in Abyss: Journey's Dawn (compilation film)
Journey's Dawn is the first of two compilation films that retell season 1. It covers episodes 1 to 8, from Riko finding Reg to their descent toward the Seeker Camp, and was released in Japan on 4 January 2019. Viewers who have seen the TV season can skip it.
Made in Abyss: Wandering Twilight (compilation film)
Wandering Twilight is the second compilation film and covers episodes 9 to 13 of season 1, including the meeting with Nanachi. It was released in Japan on 18 January 2019. Like Journey's Dawn, it retells the existing episodes rather than adding new story.
Made in Abyss: Dawn of the Deep Soul
Dawn of the Deep Soul is a new story that picks up right after season 1. Riko, Reg and Nanachi reach Ido Front on the fifth layer and confront Bondrewd. It was released in Japan on 17 January 2020 and leads directly into season 2, so it is essential viewing. It contains some of the series' most disturbing scenes.
Season 2: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun
The Golden City of the Scorching Sun follows Riko, Reg and Nanachi into the sixth layer, a region known as the Capital of the Unreturned. Alongside their journey, flashbacks follow Vueko and the Ganja expedition searching for the Golden City. The season aired from 6 July to 28 September 2022, with 12 episodes.
Made in Abyss: Awakening Mystery (film series, part 1)
Awakening Mystery is part 1 of a theatrical film series that continues the story after the TV anime. It opened in Japanese cinemas on 23 October 2026, made by Kinema Citrus with director Masayuki Kojima and screenwriter Hideyuki Kurata returning. New cast members include Nana Mizuki as the White Whistle Srajo.
Next season Announced
The Made in Abyss story continues through a film series rather than a third TV season. Part 1, Awakening Mystery, opened in Japan on 23 October 2026. On the same day the official site confirmed that part 2 is in production and will continue from part 1. As of 28 October 2026 no release window, staff or cast for part 2 has been announced, and no international release date for part 1 has been confirmed in the sources checked.
FAQ
In what order should I watch Made in Abyss?
Watch season 1 (2017), then the film Dawn of the Deep Soul (2020), then season 2, The Golden City of the Scorching Sun (2022), and then the 2026 film Awakening Mystery. The two 2019 compilation films only retell season 1 and can be skipped.
Is Dawn of the Deep Soul canon and do I need to watch it?
Yes. Unlike the two 2019 compilation films, Dawn of the Deep Soul tells new story that comes right after season 1 and leads into season 2. Skipping it leaves a gap in the plot.
Will there be a Made in Abyss season 3?
The story is continuing as a film series instead. Part 1, Awakening Mystery, opened in Japan on 23 October 2026, and part 2 was confirmed that same day. No date for part 2 has been announced yet.
Is Made in Abyss suitable for children?
Not really. Although the characters look cute, the series includes intense, frightening and sometimes disturbing scenes, especially from the end of season 1 onward. It is generally aimed at an older audience, so parents may want to check it first.
Which studio makes the Made in Abyss anime?
Kinema Citrus has made every part of the anime, from the 2017 TV season to the 2026 film Awakening Mystery. Masayuki Kojima directs and Hideyuki Kurata writes the scripts.
Sources
- Made in Abyss (Wikipedia)
- List of Made in Abyss episodes (Wikipedia)
- List of Made in Abyss characters (Wikipedia)
- 来自深渊 (Chinese Wikipedia, zh-cn)
- Made in Abyss: Awakening Mystery anime movie reveals new trailer (Anime Corner, 2026-05-22)
- Made in Abyss film series Part 2 confirmed (Anime Art Magazine, 2026-10-23)