HORROR COLLECTOR Release Date & Where to Watch
HORROR COLLECTOR premieres October 10, 2026.
When does HORROR COLLECTOR premiere?
HORROR COLLECTOR premieres October 10, 2026. The Japanese television broadcast begins on NHK General TV, bringing the children's horror novel series to television animation.
Where to watch
HORROR COLLECTOR is included in Crunchyroll's Fall 2026 international lineup. Streaming availability and exact episode timing can vary by territory, while the Japanese broadcast is handled by NHK.
How many episodes?
The first television season is confirmed for 12 episodes. That gives the adaptation a defined single-cour run for its first collection of supernatural stories.
What is HORROR COLLECTOR about?
Fushigi, a mysterious boy in a red hood, travels from place to place collecting urban legends that have taken physical form. He pursues Himitsu alongside his unusual partner Jimmy as the series explores frightening rumors and phenomena that may be much closer to everyday life than they first appear.
Opening and ending themes
Japanese singer-songwriter Shikao Suga wrote and performs both the opening and ending themes. The official announcement notes his own interest in J-horror and describes the anime as a fusion of urban legends and Japanese horror.
Who is making the anime?
Studio Palette handles the animation production. AniNextUp will continue tracking the weekly schedule and any regional streaming updates after the October 10 premiere.