Fans of the popular superhero anime One-Punch Man can mark their calendars: the highly anticipated second part of Season 3 is officially slated for release in 2027. This announcement follows the conclusion of One-Punch Man Season 3, Part 1, which aired its final episode on December 28, 2025. The decision to split the season and schedule the second cour for a later date has generated significant discussion among the anime community.
Season 3’s Split Release: A Growing Trend
The practice of dividing a single anime season into multiple “cours” with a gap between them has become increasingly common in the industry. For One-Punch Man Season 3, the first part ran from October 12 to December 28, 2025, comprising 12 episodes, with a recap special airing a week prior on October 5. This structured release means that viewers will experience a hiatus before Saitama’s adventures continue in 2027. The exact month or quarter for the 2027 broadcast has not yet been specified, but the confirmation provides a timeframe for anxious fans.
Production Details and Studio Behind Season 3
One-Punch Man Season 3, like its predecessor, is produced by J.C.Staff. The season was initially announced in August 2022, with most of the main cast and staff from Season 2 reprising their roles. Shinpei Nagai took over as director for the third season, with Sakura Murakami as art director and Yuki Hirose as director of photography. Tomohiro Suzuki returned as the series composer, and Makoto Miyazaki as the music composer.
Producer Atsushi Fujishiro of J.C.Staff previously acknowledged the high expectations for the third season, stating the studio’s commitment to delivering a quality adaptation. The anime adapts the popular manga illustrated by Yusuke Murata, which itself is based on the webcomic by ONE.
Reception of One-Punch Man Season 3, Part 1
The initial run of One-Punch Man Season 3 has faced a mixed reception from critics and audiences. While the story continued to adapt the beloved manga, some viewers and critics expressed disappointment, particularly concerning the animation quality. Certain episodes received significant backlash, with some fans even coining the term “One-Frame Man” to describe perceived issues. This criticism reportedly led to the season’s director, Shinpei Nagai, deactivating his social media accounts. The sixth episode, “Motley Heroes,” notably garnered the lowest user episode score for any anime in IMDb’s history as of December 2025.
This critical feedback on the first part of Season 3 highlights the challenges the production committee might face as they prepare for Part 2. The extended production time for Part 2 could potentially allow the studio to address some of the concerns raised by the fanbase.
What to Expect in One-Punch Man Season 3 Part 2
While specific plot details for Part 2 are kept under wraps, it is expected to continue adapting the thrilling Monster Association arc from the manga. The first part of Season 3 saw heroes confronting powerful Dragon-level monsters and Child Emperor rescuing Waganma. The overarching narrative will likely delve deeper into the conflict between the Hero Association and the Monster Association, as well as the evolving role of Garou, the “human monster.”
The anticipation for One-Punch Man Season 3 Part 2 remains high, despite the mixed reception of its initial cour. Fans are hopeful that the additional development time will allow J.C.Staff to deliver an enhanced visual experience that lives up to the series’ legacy. The anime is available for streaming on platforms such as Hulu and Disney+ in the United States, and Crunchyroll in Europe and the Middle East.
