Fans have waited years for Saitama to throw another world-shattering punch on screen. That bald hero with the unbeatable vibe finally returns with One Punch Man season 3, and yes, it’s dropping in October 2025. The hype feels real after a six-year gap since season 2 wrapped up in 2019. This installment promises to dive deeper into the chaos of the Monster Association arc, blending over-the-top fights with that signature deadpan humor. Let’s break down all the juicy details on the release, story teases and more.
Official Release Date: Mark Your Calendars for October
The big news hit like one of Saitama’s casual haymakers: One Punch Man season 3 premieres on October 5, 2025, at 11:45 p.m. JST (that’s 10:45 a.m. EDT for folks stateside). Expect weekly episodes airing Sundays on channels like TV Tokyo. But here’s the kicker—while Japan gets the fresh drop right away, international viewers might face a slight delay. Hulu confirmed streaming starts October 12 in the US and Canada, with Disney+ joining the party there too. Crunchyroll handles Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, while Sony YAY! covers India and nearby spots. Bilibili steps in for Southeast Asia, and Catchplay Movie for Taiwan.
That recap episode rumor? Spot on. The first one refreshes memories of past brawls, so new action kicks off strong from the jump. No full episode count yet, but whispers point to 12-24, enough to chew through major manga chunks without rushing the epic clashes.
What’s the Story? Monster Mayhem Awaits
Season 3 picks up right where season 2 left off, hurling heroes into the heart of the Monster Association’s underground lair. Think Garou’s wild evolution, Orochi’s monstrous reign, and Saitama wandering in like it’s just another grocery run—only to flip the script on everyone. This arc cranks the satire to eleven, poking fun at hero rankings while delivering bone-crunching battles that make jaws drop.
Adapting Yusuke Murata’s manga remake (chapters roughly 85-130ish), it skips a straight page-for-page copy for a “unique storyline” twist. Fans buzz about how it’ll handle the webcomic’s raw energy versus the polished redraws. Either way, expect Saitama’s boredom to clash hilariously with escalating threats, plus deeper dives into side characters like Genos and Bang. The manga’s god-level teases might even sneak in, building toward Saitama’s true power reveal.
Behind the Scenes: New Faces and Familiar Vibes
J.C. Staff returns from season 2, but with fresh blood at the helm. Shinpei Nagai steps up as director, swapping out Chikara Sakurai—Nagai’s rom-com background (think My Love Story!!) has sparked debates, but his recent comments show humility: “It probably won’t measure up to season 1.” Sakura Murakami takes art director duties, and Yuki Hirose handles cinematography. Veteran animator Takashi Hashimoto joins the fray, hinting at smoother sequences.
Music stays punchy with JAM Project and Babymetal blasting the opener “Get No Satisfied!”—pure adrenaline fuel. Makoto Furukawa croons the closer “Soko ni Aru Akari,” adding that emotional undercurrent. Voice cast? Mostly unchanged: Katelyn Barr nails Saitama’s monotone chill in English, while Japanese legends like Mamoru Miyano (Garou) and Kenjiro Tsuda (King) bring the heat.
