Out This Week: Hazbin Hotel, Emperor's New Groove, Demon Slayer and More
Welcome back to another edition of Out This Week, your weekly new release round-up. This week's new releases include the disc debut of previously Amazon Exclusive series Hazbin Hotel, The Emperor's New Groove on 4K, the latest volume of Demon Slayer Kimetsu No Yaiba, Black Butler: Public School Arc, Blue Exorcist and Kaiju No. Eight.
New to the UK this week is Perfect Blue Deluxe 4K Edition, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, Devil Man Crybaby Deluxe Edition and Attack On Titan: The Final Season.
All information correct to the best of our knowledge and is subject to change.
UK Releases For December 8, 2025
Attack On Titan: The Final Season (Crunchyroll LLC, 15) "After discovering Marley - a nation determined to eradicate their people - the Scout Regiment ventures into enemy territory. But as Eren learns the truth of the past, the lines between right and wrong blur. What will he enact to give Paradis true freedom?"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray Steelbook
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FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray Limited Edition, Blu-Ray Steelbook
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Hashira Training Arc (Crunchyroll LLC., 15) "Tanjiro undergoes rigorous training with the Stone Hashira, Himejima, in his quest to become a Hashira. Meanwhile, Muzan continues to search for Nezuko and Ubuyashiki."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Devilman Crybaby: The Complete Series (All The Anime, 18)"In the new series, the protagonist Akira Fudo is informed by his best friend Ryou Asuka that the demons will revive and reclaim the world from the humans. As the humans do not stand a chance against the supernatural power of the demons, Ryou suggests fusing with a demon. Akira becomes Devilman, with the power of a demon and the heart of a human."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition [AllTheAnime Exclusive]
Perfect Blue Deluxe Edition (Anime Ltd., 18) "Pop star Mima, her fame and fortune beginning to slide as fashions change, is persuaded to turn actress, reluctantly accepting an ill-defined role in a television soap opera. However, Mima's grip on reality begins to loosen as a result; she imagines that she has an identical twin who has maintained a singing career, and becomes increasingly paranoid after her friends are either threatened or killed. Can Mima unravel the truth before she is driven completely over the edge?"
FORMATS: 4K UHD+ Blu-Ray
Reincarnated as a Sword Season One (MVM Entertainment, 15)"When you're killed in one reality and wake up as a sentient sword in a world where magic is real, what else can you do with your steely new existence except become an adventurer? Even though his shiny new form can levitate itself around, our slicing implement without a name also craves a wielder: a mighty warrior with whom to partner, explore and slay monsters. Instead, he gets Fran, a young cat girl, former slave, and trouble magnet who names him Teacher. It's as odd a pairing as they come, and whether they'll be sharp enough to make the cut in the realm of high adventure will be anyone's guess!"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime Season Three, Part Two (Crunchyroll LLC., 15) "To make his debut as a Demon Lord, Rimuru hosts a festival featuring a banquet, a martial arts tournament, and a dungeon challenge with Veldora as the final boss. But as guests arrive, will Rimuru be able to distinguish between true allies and enemies?"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
US Releases For December 09, 2025
Azumanga Daioh Complete Collection (Sentai Filmworks, TV-PG) "Yukari Tanizaki isn’t the most experienced teacher, but that’s certain to change with her new class of students. Between tomboyish Tomo, tall but secretly gentle Sakaki, clumsy and unfocused Osaka, and mature and frequently frustrated Yomi, Yukari would already have her hands full… but then there’s child genius Chiyo, who at 10 is five years younger than her classmates! Toss in Miss Sakaki’s ongoing difficulties with cute animals who don’t like her, star-eyed Kaorin, who’s smitten with Miss Sakaki, the creepy Mr. Kimura, and so many more, and it’s going to be a never ending adventure in education in the complete collection of Azumanga Daioh!"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
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Black Butler: Public School Arc (Crunchyroll LLC, TV-14) "The Public School Arc of Black Butler follows Ciel Phantomhive as he investigates the mysterious disappearances of several students at Weston College, a prestigious British public school. He enrolls undercover, with Sebastian joining as a housemaster, to uncover the truth behind the disappearances, including Derrick Arden, a relative of Queen Victoria. The arc focuses on Ciel navigating the school's competitive and secretive environment, interacting with the influential prefects, and attempting to uncover the headmaster's secrets."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga Complete Set (Aniplex, 15+) "Assiah, the realm of humans, and Gehenna, the realm of demons. Normally, these two dimensions would never intersect, but demons are now intruding on the material world. Among the human race, there are those who can exorcise such demons—the Exorcists. Following the events of Blue Exorcist – Beyond the Snow Saga, Yukio parts ways with Rin and makes his way to the Illuminati. In order to face Yukio, who is seeking strength and the truth, Rin decides he must learn the secret of their birth. With Mephisto's guidance, he embarks on a journey to the past. Rin traces the footsteps of their adoptive father, Shiro Fujimoto, and birth mother, Yuri Egin. But the path they took in life was harsher than Rin could have ever imagined…Why were children born between the Demon God Satan and a human? What was the Blue Night? And when Rin learns everything, what will be his answer…?"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray [Crunchyroll Store Exclusive]
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Hashira Training Arc (Crunchyroll LLC., TV-MA) "Tanjiro undergoes rigorous training with the Stone Hashira, Himejima, in his quest to become a Hashira. Meanwhile, Muzan continues to search for Nezuko and Ubuyashiki."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
The Emperor's New Groove (Disney, PG) "The misadventures of an arrogant, egocentric young Emperor named Kuzco, who is transformed into a llama by his power-hungry advisor -- the devious diva Yzma. Stranded in a jungle, Kuzco's only chance to get back home and reclaim the high life rests with a good-hearted peasant named Pacha."
FORMATS: 4K UHD+Blu-Ray+Digital
Hazbin Hotel Season One (A24, TV-MA) "In an attempt to find a non-violent alternative for reducing Hell's overpopulation, the daughter of Lucifer opens a rehabilitation hotel that offers a group of misfit demons a chance at redemption."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Is It Wrong To Try To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon Season 4 (Sentai Filmworks, TV-MA) "A fateful encounter - that is what adventuring is all about! This comedy attempts to answer its title’s question as a young adventurer, blessed by the tiny Goddess Hestia, seeks to impress the perfect girl in a dungeon filled with mythical beasts."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
Kaiju No. Eight (Crunchyroll LLC. TV-14) "Kafka Hibino dreams of joining the Defense Force and facing the giant monsters of Japan. Too bad this dreamer is stuck on kaiju cleanup duty. Yet, inspired by his young coworker, he enlists one more time. Just one problem - Kafka has turned into a Kaiju?!"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray Limited Edition
Re: Zero Starting Life In Another World Season One (Crunchyroll LLC, TV-MA) "Transported to another world, Natsuki Subaru discovers that every time he dies, time rewinds to a save point. The problem is, dying hurts like hell. But with new friends and a new love, Subaru will suffer to save them, even if it destroys his mind."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray Steelbook
Spice and Wolf: The Merchant Meets The Wise Wolf Season 1, Part 1 (Crunchyroll LLC, TV-14) "Lawrence is a traveling merchant who dreams of opening his own shop. Holo the Wise Wolf is a harvest goddess who longs to return to her homeland. Together, they travel the countryside outsmarting foes among church and trade."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray, Blu-Ray Limited Edition
Spice and Wolf: The Merchant Meets The Wise Wolf Season 1, Part 2 (Crunchyroll LLC., TV-14) "Lawrence and Holo stop in the town of Kumerson to hear old tales of the North from a pagan chronicler. There, the demand for pyrite surges, sweeping the travelers into a high-stakes deal. On the line? Holo's hand in marriage!"
FORMATS: Blu-Ray
That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime Season One (Crunchyroll LLC, TV-14) "Reborn as a blue slime into a world of Goblins, Dragons, and Direwolves, little Rimuru needs help. But after acquiring Predator skill, he'll begin his quest to create a world that's welcoming to all races."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray Steelbook [Crunchyroll Store Exclusive]
That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime Season Two (Crunchyroll LLC, TV-14) "Lonely thirty-seven-year-old Mikami Satoru is stuck in a dead-end job, unhappy with his mundane life, but after dying at the hands of a robber, he awakens to a fresh start in a fantasy realm...as a slime monster. As he acclimates to his goopy new existence, his exploits with the other monsters set off a chain of events that will change his new world forever."
FORMATS: Blu-Ray Steelbook [Crunchyroll Store Exclusive]
Upcoming Releases
All dates subject to change.
Ghost In The Shell 4K December 15 [UK]
Black Jack The Complete OAVs December 16
Lupin III: Castle Of Cagliostro Steelbook December 15
The Ambition Of Oda Nobuna December 16
Tower Of God Season 2 Part 2 December 16
The Glassworker December 22 [UK]
Memoir Of A Snail December 22 [UK]
Perfect Blue 4K December 23
Oshi No Ko Season 2 January 06
Assassination Classroom January 13
Blue Lock Season 2 January 13
Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War 3 January 13
Elfen Lied January 13
Demon Slayer The Movie Mugen Train 4K January 13
Headhunted to Another World January 13
Chained Soldier Season 1 January 20
Girls Und Panzer: Das Final January 20
Prime Rose January 20
Bubblegum Crisis: Perfect Collection [UK] January 26
Castlevania: Nocturne season 2 January 27
Naruto Shippuden 9 January 27
One Piece Season 14, Voyage 8 January 27
Project A-Ko 4K January 27
RWBY Volume 7 January 27
Shin Aim For The Ace January 27
Space Adventure Cobra: The Movie January 27
Code Geass: Lelouch Of The Rebellion, February 3
Kino's Journey February 3
Beheneko: The Elf-Girl's Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster! Februray 10
Small Soldiers 4K February 17
Treasures Of Soviet Animation February 24
2.5 Dimensional Seduction February 28
The Whitest Kids U Know's Mars March 10
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off March 24
