One-Punch Man Season 3: Release Date, Streaming Times, and What to Expect
The highly anticipated One-Punch Man season 3 is almost here, but the release schedule is proving to be a bit complicated for fans. This guide breaks down the episode 1 release date, streaming times on Hulu and Crunchyroll, and where to watch it in different regions.
When Does One-Punch Man Season 3, Episode 1 Premiere?
Currently, One-Punch Man season 3, episode 1 is expected to be released on October 5, 2025, following the Japanese broadcast. However, there's a possibility this date could be a season 2 recap episode. If so, the true premiere may be pushed to October 12, 2025. Here's a breakdown of the expected release times:
- US: Hulu/Disney Plus - after 7:45 AM Pacific/10:45 AM Eastern on October 5 (timing may shift).
- UK: Crunchyroll - around 3:45 PM BST on October 5.
- Europe and most of the world: Crunchyroll - roughly the same timeframe as the UK drop.
- Japan: Native broadcast/stream at 23:45 JST (Japan Standard Time) on October 5.
The international streams typically follow 1-2 hours after the Japanese broadcast.
One-Punch Man Season 3 Release Schedule
After the premiere, new episodes of One-Punch Man season 3 are scheduled to be released every Sunday. This places it amongst a busy anime weekend, with My Hero Academia season 8 and Spy x Family season 3 airing on Saturdays.
The current schedule is as follows:
- One-Punch Man season 3, episode 1: October 5, 2025 (TBC)
Where to Watch One-Punch Man Season 3
The streaming platform varies by region. In the US, One-Punch Man season 3 will be available on Hulu, accessible through Disney Plus bundles. Notably, it will not be streaming on Crunchyroll in the United States.
In the UK, Europe, and most other regions globally, One-Punch Man season 3 will be available on Crunchyroll.
One-Punch Man Season 3 Episode Count
Reports suggest that One-Punch Man season 3 will consist of 12 episodes, which would match the episode count of the first two seasons and extend the season through the end of December 2025.
In Summary
The premiere of One-Punch Man season 3 may be a moving target. Be prepared for a possible delay to October 12 if the first drop on October 5 turns out to be a season 2 recap. Check Hulu in the US, and Crunchyroll in the UK, Europe, and most other regions, around the expected release windows to catch Saitama's return.
