Following a six-year hiatus, One-Punch Man Season 3 has been officially announced with fresh details about its plot and release date. Originating from a webcomic that evolved into a popular manga series, the anime first aired in 2015 and was succeeded by a second season in 2019. Fans have awaited updates on the third season for years, which were finally provided recently.
One-Punch Man Creator ONE Reveals Season 3 Plot Insights
At the 2025 Anime Expo, ONE, the creator of One-Punch Man, addressed fans with a heartfelt message expressing anticipation for the new season. Similarly, manga artist Yusuke Murata shared information regarding the upcoming season’s release date and storyline (source: ScreenRant).
ONE stated, “I am truly looking forward to the broadcast of One-Punch Man Season 3. We wouldn’t have been able to come this far without the support of our fans. Season 3 will delve deeply into the thrilling new adventures of the S-Class heroes.” The forthcoming season will continue to explore the S-Class heroes’ ongoing battle against the Monster Association.
Additionally, the storyline will feature Saitama confronting the formidable Garou, who has taken refuge at the Monster Association’s hideout following his intense clashes with heroes in the second season.
One-Punch Man Season 3 Scheduled for October 2025 Premiere
During the same event, Yusuke Murata confirmed that One-Punch Man Season 3 is set to premiere in October 2025. “This year, I’m thrilled to announce that Season 3 is finally starting,” Murata remarked, signaling the end of the long wait for fans.
Crunchyroll subsequently validated this announcement and released the synopsis for the upcoming season. The streaming platform also revealed details about the production team and voice cast, confirming Makoto Furukawa’s return as the voice of the titular hero, Saitama.