I’m Dating a Dark Summoner Comes to HIDIVE in October

I’m Dating a Dark Summoner Comes to HIDIVE in October

June 15, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Entertainment

HIDIVE will stream the short-form anime I’m Dating a Dark Summoner starting this October as part of its Fall 2026 simulcast season. Based on Shaoh’s fantasy rom-com manga, the series will be available to subscribers in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand, according to a company announcement.

Why is I’m Dating a Dark Summoner joining HIDIVE?

HIDIVE, a streaming service from AMC Global Media, is adding the title to capitalize on the growth of short-form anime. John Ledford, President of HIDIVE, stated that the short-form format is a “popular growing format and emerging trend in anime.”

Why is I’m Dating a Dark Summoner joining HIDIVE?

Ledford described the series as a “hilarious mix of fantasy and rom-com.” The adaptation follows a manga series written and illustrated by Shaoh that launched in 2021 and currently spans seven volumes.

Did You Know? The original manga is published in print by KADOKAWA under Dragon Comics Age and serialized digitally through Kadokomi and Niconico under Dra Dra Sharp#.

What is the plot of the series?

The story centers on a bickering couple consisting of Amona, a demi-human dark summoner, and Roni, a priest described as “overly serious.” Roni brings Amona into his adventuring party, where others expected the two to become sworn enemies.

According to the source, the pair surprises those around them by having a one-night stand on their first day together. The series explores the resulting relationship between the two opposing characters.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that by leaning into the “short-form” trend mentioned by Ledford, the production may be able to deliver high-density comedy and pacing that differs from standard full-length episodes, potentially appealing to viewers with shorter attention spans or those seeking quick-hit content.

Who is producing the anime?

Seiya Miyajima serves as both the director and the writer for the series composition. Takahiro Sasaki is responsible for the character designs, while the production is handled by WWWave Corporation’s Deregula animation studio.

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The voice cast features Takano as Amona and Yuki Nishiyama as Roni. Senmai from Hoden-tei provides the voice for the character Imp.

What may happen next for the series?

Given the “emerging trend” of short-form content noted by HIDIVE leadership, the success of this series could lead the platform to acquire more short-form adaptations. If the simulcast performs well in the U.S. and key overseas markets, it may increase the visibility of the original seven-volume manga.

Further developments may include the expansion of the simulcast to additional territories beyond the current list of six countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I’m Dating a Dark Summoner premiere?
The series is scheduled to stream this October as part of the Fall 2026 simulcast season.

Which streaming service holds the exclusive rights?
The series will simulcast exclusively on HIDIVE.

What is the source material for the anime?
It is an adaptation of a fantasy rom-com manga created by Shaoh.

Would you prefer short-form anime series over traditional full-length episodes?