Shonen Jump

Shonen Jump is one of Japan's most successful manga anthology franchises, published by Shueisha. Launched in 1968, it is the source of some of the most beloved and popular anime and manga series, such as One Piece, Dragon Ball, and Naruto. The franchise has extended into multiple adaptations across various media, including anime, films, video games, and merchandise.

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Cover of the first issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump (Shonen Jump), released in 1968
Cover of the first issue of Weekly Shōnen Jump (Shonen Jump), released in 1968
Created by
Takashi Isono, Kazuhiko Torishima
Latest Film
One Piece Film: Red
First TV Show
Dr. Slump
Latest TV Show
Kaiju No. 8
Upcoming TV Shows
Dragon Ball DAIMA, Sakamoto Days

First Episode Air Date
April 8, 1981
Cast
Mayumi Tanaka, Junko Takeuchi, Masako Nozawa, Masakazu Morita, Daiki Yamashita, Natsuki Hanae, Junya Enoki, Megumi Han, Kazuyuki Okitsu, Mamoru Miyano, Nozomu Sasaki, Gakuto Kajiwara, Yûsuke Kobayashi, Ayumu Murase, Sumire Morohoshi, Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Kensho Ono, Ryôtarô Okiayu
Movie(s)
Demon Slayer the Movie: Mugen Train, One Piece Film: Red, Jujutsu Kaisen 0, Dragon Ball Super: Broly, My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2019), The Last: Naruto the Movie, Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero, Boruto: Naruto the Movie, One Piece Film: Strong World, Bleach: Hell Verse
Character(s)
Monkey D. Luffy, Naruto Uzumaki, Goku, Ichigo Kurosaki, Izuku Midoriya, Tanjiro Kamado, Yuji Itadori, Gon Freecss, Jonathan Joestar, Jotaro Kujo, Light Yagami, Yusuke Urameshi, Asta, Senku Ishigami, Shoyo Hinata, Emma, Soma Yukihira, Tetsuya Kuroko, Ken Kaneki, Toriko
Video Game(s)
J-Stars Victory VS+, Jump Force

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Shonen Jump's Era Is Dead & Anime Is So Much Better for It

Anime and manga are much more mainstream thanks to hits from Shonen Jump, but the industry depends on it far less now.

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One Piece Is an Existential Threat to Shonen Jump's Future

Eiichiro Oda may be in favor of a new Big Three, but Shonen Jump will never be able to establish it as long as One Piece is around.

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Black Clover's Return Lands Major Release Update

Black Clover fans rejoice as the franchise has announced a new major update, announcing three new chapter releases for October 2025.

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Shonen Jump’s 2022 Breakout Hit Is Officially Getting an Anime

Shonen Jump's 2022 action-romcom hit is getting an anime from Bones Film.

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Harry Potter's Anime Successor Is Eyeing Its Own Live-Action Movie

Anime's very own Harry Potter lookalike is reportedly getting a live-action film adaptation, which is absolutely perfect for the Shonen Jump series.

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Nobody Expected Black Clover to Be the Key to Manga’s Future But Here We Are

Black Clover's switch from Weekly Shonen Jump to Jump GIGA magazine could be the key to a potential sustainable future for the manga industry.

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Shonen Jump's Big New Anime Will Save the Industry

A mysterious domain registration has fans abuzz about a potential anime adaptation for this rising Shonen Jump manga star in its second year.

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Shonen Jump’s New Hit Anime Joins the Streaming Wars

Despite a disappointing U.S. debut and very confusing release strategy, this Shonen Jump anime phenomenon is taking the world by storm.

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Jujutsu Kaisen's Spiritual Successor Isn't the Anime Fans Think

With Jujutsu Kaisen's manga having ended, one new Shonen Jump series is stepping out of its shadow to claim the spotlight until JJK season 3 releases.

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An Underrated Rom-Com Is Now Eyeing Its Own Anime

This action romantic comedy series may be receiving an anime soon, and it could be the key to Shonen Jump's future success.

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Shonen Jump's New Hit Exposes the Brand's Top Threat

Weekly Shonen Jump may be one of Japan's most popular manga magazines, but earning a spot in the publication is more challenging than fans realize.

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The Winner of Summer 2025 Anime Has Been Crowned

A new Japanese poll revealed that the most popular anime currently streaming in summer 2025 is a sleeper hit that has gone unnoticed in the West.

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Batman Crosses Over With Shonen Jump's Greatest New-Gen Manga With Epic Cover

Batman is finally launching a new #1 this fall, and to celebrate, it's giving fans a surprise crossover with one of Shonen Jump's biggest new hits.

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This Forgotten Shonen Jump Controversy Is Making a Shocking Streaming Return

This controversial culinary Shonen Jump battle series is making waves again, with a shocking streaming comeback that fans have longed for.

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Shonen Jump’s New Hit Anime Just Got a Shocking Adult Film Parody

Adult film parodies of shows and movies are incredibly common, and unfortunately, one of the hottest Shonen Jump anime is about to be hit with one.

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10 Shonen Jump Protagonists Who Are Just Ridiculously Overpowered

Shonen Jump has birthed some of anime’s strongest heroes, but these ten push power so far that even their greatest rivals can’t keep up.

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Shonen Jump's New Hit Manga May Drop Its Anime Way Sooner Than Fans Thought

A highly anticipated Shonen Jump anime reveal is on the horizon that fans will be very hyped for, and it's coming sooner than expected.

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2025's Top-Rated Anime Creator Quietly Confirms Their Next Big Project

From the mind that redefined anime and manga drama comes a new tale of strength and struggle in Shonen Jump+'s newest and biggest project.

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Isekai is usually a standalone genre; however, these hidden titles from Shonen Jump weave isekai elements into their stories.

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Shonen Jump’s Future Looks Shaky After 2025 and That Should Scare You

Shonen Jump has long been home to the biggest names in the manga world, but as the 2020s roll on, its future is looking more and more uncertain.

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