Get ready, anime fans! The beloved “Monogatari Series” is making a triumphant return in 2024, and we have all the details you need to know about the upcoming installment titled “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season.” This article will guide you through the broadcast schedule, streaming options, and much more, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of this exciting series.

Introduction to the Monogatari Series

The “Monogatari Series” is one of the most iconic anime franchises of the 2010s, and it is set to make a comeback in 2024! This article will provide you with all the essential information regarding the new anime titled “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season,” including its broadcast and streaming dates, networks, and services.

Broadcast and Streaming Information

• The new anime “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” will start streaming exclusively on ABEMA from July 6, 2024, every Saturday at 22:00.
• From January 1, 2025, it will also be available on various platforms like d Anime Store and U-NEXT.
• The TV version will air on various channels starting September 29, 2024, every Sunday at 21:30.

Here are the specific broadcast details:

• TOKYO MX: Starting September 29, every Sunday at 21:30
• BS11: Starting September 29, every Sunday at 22:30
• AT-X: Starting October 1, every Tuesday at 22:30 (with repeat broadcasts on Thursdays at 10:30 and Mondays at 16:30)

Free Viewing Options

As of December 2024, “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” will be available on subscription-based streaming services, meaning there won’t be a way to watch all episodes for free at any time. However, ABEMA often hosts free marathon broadcasts of anime, and a special marathon for “Off & Monster Season” is scheduled for January 4, 2025, allowing fans to watch it for free during that event.

Episode Count

The new series will consist of a total of 14 episodes. Note that this count does not include the bonus episode “Cruel Fairy Tale: Beautiful Princess,” which is included in the Blu-ray of “Gyou Monogatari.”

Overview of the Monogatari Series

The “Monogatari Series” is a popular juvenile fantasy novel series written by Nisio Isin, known for works like the “Zaregoto Series” and the manga “Medaka Box.” The story follows Koyomi Araragi, a high school boy who gains near-immortality after encountering a vampire, and the various supernatural events involving him and the girls around him, including gods, yokai, and ghosts.

The first volume, “Bakemonogatari (Part 1),” was published in November 2006, and the latest installment, “Senmonogatari,” was released in May 2023. While the total number of copies sold for the original novels remains undisclosed, the manga adaptation of “Bakemonogatari” has sold over 2.8 million copies as of November 2020.

As of July 2023, the “Monogatari Series” consists of six parts: First Season, Second Season, Final Season, Off Season, Monster Season, and Family Season. The upcoming anime will adapt the Off Season and Monster Season, which explore the aftermath of the heroines’ stories and Koyomi Araragi’s life after entering university, respectively.

Notable Aspects of the Anime Series

One of the standout features of the series is its opening theme songs, with each episode featuring a different heroine singing a unique opening. For instance, the opening theme for episodes 9 and 10 of “Bakemonogatari” titled “Renai Circulation” became a massive hit, even making a comeback on TikTok in 2021.

Staff Information

The staff for “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” includes:

• Original Work: Nisio Isin (Kodansha BOX)
• Character Design: VOFAN
• General Director: Akiyuki Shinbo
• Director: Midori Yoshizawa
• Series Composition: Fumiko Higashitani, Akiyuki Shinbo
• Script: Miku Oshima
• Character Design and Chief Animation Director: Akio Watanabe
• Animation Production: SHAFT

Akiyuki Shinbo, known for works like “Sayonara, Zetsubou-Sensei” and “Puella Magi Madoka Magica,” returns as the general director, ensuring a familiar touch for fans.

Voice Cast Information

The voice cast for “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” includes:

• Koyomi Araragi: Hiroshi Kamiya
• Hitagi Senjougahara: Chiwa Saito
• Mayoi Hachikuji: Emi Nitta
• Suruga Kanbaru: Miyuki Sawashiro
• Nadeko Sengoku: Kana Hanazawa
• Karen Araragi: Eri Kitamura
• Tsukihi Araragi: Yuka Iguchi
• Shinobu Oshino: Maaya Sakamoto

Conclusion

In summary, the new anime “Monogatari Series: Off & Monster Season” is set to bring back the beloved franchise with exciting new content. With more platforms available for streaming starting January 1, 2025, fans will have easier access to enjoy the series.