Kemono Friends Seasons 1 and 2 Get Free All-Episode Broadcast on ABEMA
The free all-episode broadcast brings the social-phenomenon first season and its divisive sequel to a new streaming audience, potentially rekindling interest in the franchise ahead of any future projects.
Reporting from 1 source: Denfaminicogamer.
ABEMA will air all 12 episodes of Kemono Friends and all 12 episodes of Kemono Friends 2 for free starting July 21, 2026. Season 1 begins at 1:15 PM and 1:15 AM on July 21, while Season 2 starts at 7:15 PM that day, with additional slots on July 22. Archives remain available for one week after broadcast.
The 2017 TV anime Kemono Friends, directed by TATSUKI, became a surprise hit that turned into a media mix spanning manga, games, and stage plays. Its 2019 sequel Kemono Friends 2 carried over elements from the first season but featured a largely changed production team and a new story. ABEMA's free broadcast covers both seasons in full, with Season 1 airing at 1:15 PM and 1:15 AM on July 21, and Season 2 starting at 7:15 PM that day plus slots on July 22. All episodes are available for one week after their initial airing. The franchise also includes a smartphone game, Kemono Friends 3, which is not part of this broadcast.
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