The highly anticipated third season of the anime series One-Punch Man officially premiered on October 12, 2025, bringing Saitama’s unparalleled strength and humor back to screens worldwide. Fans can now delve into the intense Monster Association Arc, with new episodes releasing weekly.
A recap special covering the second season aired a week prior, on October 5, preparing viewers for the fresh narrative. The season is streaming on Hulu in the United States, Disney+ in Canada, and Crunchyroll in Europe and the Middle East, with new episodes dropping every Sunday.
Production Details and Studio Return
J.C.Staff, the studio behind the second season, returns to produce One-Punch Man Season 3. Shinpei Nagai has taken over as director, replacing Chikara Sakurai. Other key staff changes include Sakura Murakami as art director and Yuki Hirose as director of photography. Most of the main cast from the second season are reprising their roles, including Makoto Furukawa as Saitama and Kaito Ishikawa as Genos.
The third season was initially announced in August 2022, leading to significant anticipation among fans who waited over half a decade since the second season aired in 2019. VIZ Media has acquired the theatrical, television, digital, home entertainment, ancillary, and merchandise rights for Season 3 across North America, Latin America, and Oceania.
The Monster Association Arc Unfolds
One-Punch Man Season 3 is set to cover the acclaimed Monster Association Arc, a pivotal storyline from the original webcomic by One and its subsequent manga remake illustrated by Yusuke Murata. This arc plunges heroes into an all-out war against the formidable Monster Association.
The narrative will see Saitama continuing his search for a worthy opponent, while Garou, the human monster, evolves further into a complex anti-hero. Thrilling battles involving fan-favorite characters like Tatsumaki, Bang, and King against escalating monstrous threats are expected, promising a darker tone, emotional depth, and epic transformations. The first two episodes, “Strategy Meeting” and “Monster Traits,” aired on October 12 and October 19, respectively, with “The Hunt Begins” being the title for the second episode.
Fan Reception and Animation Discussion
Despite the excitement for the new season, some viewers have raised concerns regarding the animation quality by J.C.Staff, a sentiment that also arose during Season 2’s release. The first season, produced by Madhouse in 2015, was highly praised for its dynamic visuals, setting a high bar for subsequent seasons.
An animator, Vincent Chansard, known for his work on One Piece, has defended J.C.Staff, explaining that production issues are often more complex than they appear and can involve the overarching production committee rather than solely the animation studio. Chansard highlighted the difficult conditions within the Japanese animation industry, stating that J.C.Staff is “trained to survive.”
Episode Schedule and Streaming
New episodes of One-Punch Man Season 3 are scheduled to release weekly on Sundays. The season is rumored to consist of 12 episodes, aligning with the length of previous seasons, and is expected to conclude in late December 2025.
Viewers in the U.S. can stream the series on Hulu, while those in Canada can find it on Disney+. European and Middle Eastern audiences can watch on Crunchyroll. Specific release times vary by region, with new episodes generally becoming available at 7:45 AM PT / 10:45 AM ET / 3:45 PM BST.
