A seinen anime that debuted on Crunchyroll in October 2022, More than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers, also known as Fuufu Ijou, Koibito Miman, is based on a manga by Yūki Kanamaru that has been running in Kadokawa Shoten’s Young Ace magazine since March 2018.
The anime has attracted a loyal fanbase eagerly awaiting news of a second season, but it has also faced mixed reactions from critics. While the animation quality has been widely praised, the anime has not reached the level of greatness that some expected. The anime is based on a similar genre as other animes like ‘Romantic Killer’ and ‘My Happy Marriage’.
In this article, we will explore the reasons behind the anime’s popularity and controversy, and the chances of a season two renewal.
More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2: Release Date

No official release date has yet been released for More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2. After receiving a lukewarm response, whether the anime will be renewed for a second season is unclear. Udon Entertainment, however, confirmed that an English Print Version of the manga will be released in 2024.
More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2: Plot

The finale of More Than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers Season 1 saw Jiro playing an RPG Game that included him and his two love interests, Akari and Shiori, announcing that they are ready for the next adventure. This could have hinted at a possible next season, but no official plot or synopsis for More Than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers Season 2 is out yet.
It is unclear which chapters from the manga will be adapted into the anime and if Studio Mother will be producing season 2. More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2 is happening, but do not expect the anime until late 2024 or 2025.
More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2: Cast & Characters
No official cast list is out for the anime, but More Than a Married Couple but Not Lovers Season 2 will likely reprise characters from the previous season and their respective voice actors. Look at all the characters we expect to return in More Than a Married Couple, but Not Lovers Season 2.

- Jiro Yakuin (Seiichiro Yamashita)
- Akari Watanabe (Saori Onishi)
- Shiori Sakurazaka (Saki Miyashita)
- Minami Tenjin (Toshiki Masuda)
- Sadaharu Kamo (Sho Nogami)
- Sachi Takamiya (Minami Takahashi)
- Natsumi Ohashi (Azumi Waki)
- Mei Hamano (Yui Ogura)