The fantasy anime The Cat and the Dragon continues its weekly run with episode 7 arriving this weekend. The series, which premiered on July 4, 2026, has been drawing viewers with its unusual story about a dragon raised by a family of magic-wielding cats. Episode 7 is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Episode 7 Release Time for Major Time Zones
New episodes of The Cat and the Dragon release on Saturdays on Crunchyroll. The release times for episode 7 are as follows:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 6:30 AM
- Mountain Daylight Time (MDT): 7:30 AM
- Central Daylight Time (CDT): 8:30 AM
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 9:30 AM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 1:30 PM
- India Standard Time (IST): 7:00 PM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 10:00 PM (TV broadcast)
Note: These times are based on the current schedule and may be subject to change.
Where to Watch The Cat and the Dragon Episode 7
Crunchyroll is the primary international streaming platform for The Cat and the Dragon. Episodes are available with English subtitles. The series is also available on Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.
In Japan, the anime airs on Tokyo MX at 9:00 PM JST, as well as on BS NTV, Yomiuri TV, and AT-X. Early streaming in Japan started on June 27 on ABEMA and d Anime Store. Ani-One Asia has also licensed the series for streaming in Asian territories.
The series is not available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, or Apple TV+.
Episode 6 Recap: What Happened
Episode 6 aired on August 1, 2026. While detailed recaps of individual episodes are limited, the series follows a episodic structure. The show presents a series of vignettes about magical cats who live in a forest and sometimes in the city, with a dragon that lives among them.
The story explores different cats and their adventures. One cat goes on an adventure with a human prince, another lives in the city and watches people as a hobby. A mother cat gets summoned to a magic school to become the familiar of a struggling student. Another cat becomes the poster figure for the adventurers guild.
The series balances lighthearted moments with deeper themes. The dragon, known affectionately as “Uncle Wings” by the cat community, grows up learning cat ways — grooming, napping in sunbeams — while slowly realizing he is very much not a cat.
The Story So Far
The Cat and the Dragon is based on the popular light novel series by Amara. The story begins deep in a magical forest. A dragon returns to its nest and safely places its egg inside. But when the dragon goes out to hunt, it gets killed by humans.
Inside the cave, a mother cat from the magical Cait Sith race gives birth to her kittens. The magic from the kitten births causes the abandoned dragon egg to hatch. The mother cat finds the baby dragon and decides to raise him as one of her own. The dragon grows up believing he is part of the cat family. The cats affectionately call him “Uncle Wings”.
As he grows older, he becomes the protector of the cat community. However, the story takes a darker turn when the dragon witnesses cats being killed by humans for their fur. Enraged by this cruelty, he takes revenge, killing the adventurers responsible.
The series is expected to run for 12 episodes in total. The full schedule includes:
- Episode 1 – June 27 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 2 – July 4 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 3 – July 11 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 4 – July 18 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 5 – July 25 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 6 – August 1 (OUT NOW)
- Episode 7 – August 8
- Episode 8 – August 15
- Episode 9 – August 22
- Episode 10 – August 29
- Episode 11 – September 5
- Episode 12 – September 12
Cast and Staff
The main cast includes:
- Takehito Koyasu as Nekoryū
- Kikuko Inoue as Mama-nyan
- Fūka Izumi as Shirotae
- Show Hayami as Kurobane
- Noriaki Sugiyama as Haibuchi
- Maki Kawase as Chiikuro
- Shinnosuke Tokudome as Kurotama
- Atsumi Tanezaki as Gally
- Chika Anzai as Anne Rossa
- Junya Enoki as Stan
- Yū Serizawa as Haneko
- Makoto Koichi as Prince
- Kazuya Ichijō as King
Jin-Koo Oh is directing the anime at OLM. Mitsutaka Hirota is handling the series composition. Rie Nishino and Chiaki Kurakazu are designing the characters. Takahiro Obata is composing the music.
suis from the rock duo YORUSHIKA performs the opening theme song “Nekohi” (Cat Day). shallm performs the ending theme song “Tadaima no Basho” (A Place to Call Home).
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Why You Should Watch
The Cat and the Dragon offers a rare fantasy story that is not an isekai. The series blends fantasy, family drama, and emotional storytelling. It has already attracted a positive audience response.
The show is built around a sweet found family story. The dragon, raised by cats, learns to protect his feline family. The series balances heart with moments of sadness. It is a relaxing fantasy series that has been called one of the most charming surprises of 2026.
For viewers who enjoy fantasy with emotional depth, unique premises, and beautiful animation from OLM, The Cat and the Dragon is worth watching this summer.
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