Dragon Striker, the fantasy sports series that quietly premiered on Disney Plus this past June, is officially returning. During the 2026 Anime Expo, Disney announced that the series has been renewed for a second season, scheduled to arrive in early 2027 on both Disney XD and Disney Plus.
Produced by the Paris-based Chouette Studios, the show serves as a blend of Eastern and Western animation styles. It follows Key Nagatatsu, a farm boy who dreams of attending Kal Asterock, an academy for gorotama—a magical sport that functions much like soccer. The narrative kicks off when Key accidentally awakens the legendary Dragon tama, a power previously held by his late mother, leading him to join an abandoned team known as the Knights.
What to Expect in Season 2
While the first season established an underdog sports narrative that eventually spiraled into an epic discovery of ancient conspiracies, the upcoming season promises to raise the stakes. According to the announcement out of Anime Expo, the Knights will face broken friendships, hidden secrets, and an ancient evil as they push toward the Banner's Helm final.
The production remains consistent, with composer Kevin Penkin returning to provide the score. The voice cast, including Akshay Kumar, Rebecca LaChance, Yeukayi Ushe, Waylon Jacobs, and Evanna Lynch, is also set to reprise their roles.
A Distinctive Animation Style
Chouette Studios was founded by artists who grew up with a deep passion for Japanese-style animation, an influence that is evident in the show’s expressive, 2D aesthetic. For viewers looking for a point of comparison, the series captures a cozy-yet-epic tone reminiscent of classic RPGs like Chrono Trigger. It manages to balance these influences with the high-stakes energy of modern sports anime, effectively creating a series that feels distinct from Disney’s typical live-action focus.
By expanding the show's reach to Disney XD alongside Disney Plus, the company is positioning the series to build a larger audience than it saw during its understated June debut. Whether it eventually sparks the internet’s favorite debate—is it technically an anime?—is yet to be seen, but for now, it stands as one of the most compelling pieces of animated family television currently available on the streamer.