Anime from 2022
Discover the most popular anime that premiered in 2022, ranked by viewership and ratings.
2022 marked another notable year for anime, with new series joining established franchises and fresh original productions launching across major Japanese networks. This page collects the most popular 2022 premieres in our database, ranked by current viewership and critical reception.
40 titles
SPY x FAMILY
The Eminence in Shadow
Chainsaw Man
Chiikawa
BLUE LOCK
Call of the Night
Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury
Summer Time Rendering
Aoashi
Aharen-san wa Hakarenai
BOCCHI THE ROCK!
A Couple of Cuckoos
Skeleton Knight in Another World
Ninjala the Animation
Engage Kiss
Shikimori's Not Just a Cutie
Lycoris Recoil
Raven of the Inner Palace
Dance Dance Danseur
The Heike Story
Fuuto PI
Arknights
Akiba Maid War
Bibliophile Princess
Akebi's Sailor Uniform
Uncle from Another World
In the Heart of Kunoichi Tsubaki
RWBY: Ice Queendom
Yu-Gi-Oh! GO RUSH!!
Ya Boy Kongming!
Tokyo 24th Ward
Sasaki and Miyano
The Genius Prince's Guide to Raising a Nation Out of Debt
BIRDIE WING -Golf Girls' Story-
Do It Yourself!!
Reincarnated as a Sword
Lucifer and the Biscuit Hammer
Beast Tamer
Slow Loop
Deaimon: Recipe for Happiness
Overview of 2022 anime
Otakira's catalog currently tracks 40 anime titles that premiered in 2022, ranked by popularity and community ratings. Each entry links to a full detail page with synopsis, cast, themes, and licensed watch options for your region. Notable releases include: SPY x FAMILY, The Eminence in Shadow, Chainsaw Man, Chiikawa, BLUE LOCK.
Highest-rated 2022 anime
SPY x FAMILY, Chainsaw Man, Sasaki and Miyano, BOCCHI THE ROCK! earned the highest community scores among 2022 premieres. The average TMDB rating across 2022 anime sits at 7.5 out of 10 — a strong indicator of consistent quality across most productions that year. Every detail page surfaces premiere date, season and episode counts, the producing studio, voice cast, and official streaming partners.
How we curate 2022 anime
Titles on this page are ranked using TMDB's continuously-updated popularity metric, with brand-safety filtering applied so the catalog stays clean. Otakira hosts no episodes or copyrighted content of any kind — it is an information-only encyclopedia that points you to licensed streaming partners. Every entry has a bilingual (Arabic + English) detail page with long-form summary, FAQ, and per-season breakdown.
Why 2022 anime are worth watching
2022 marks a meaningful step in anime industry evolution, with several titles graduating from seasonal releases into global phenomena. These shows continue to dominate watchlists across the Arab anime community, and many remain highly active in conversation today. Explore the catalog to discover the underrated picks that complement the year's tentpole hits.
Frequently asked questions
What were the most popular anime of 2022?
Among the most popular 2022 anime are SPY x FAMILY, The Eminence in Shadow, Chainsaw Man, Chiikawa, BLUE LOCK, ranked by global popularity and TMDB community ratings.
How many anime premiered in 2022?
Our database currently lists 40 popular anime series that premiered in 2022; many additional niche productions also aired during the same year.
Where can I watch these 2022 anime?
Otakira is an information-only database — we don't host or link to streaming. Each detail page lists the original broadcast networks; check your regional licensed providers for legal streaming options.