The wait is finally over: in addition to Netflix, the third season of ONE PUNCH MAN can be seen in Crunchyroll during the month of October, with a coordinated release so fans can enjoy Saitama's return at virtually the same time around the world.
The platform specialized in anime has confirmed the availability for Latin America and has aligned its schedule with Netflix's, in an unusual move that improves access to the series and reduces audience fragmentation.
Release date, time and platforms
The calendar is divided into two milestones: the Sunday October 5 A special recap episode will air to catch up on the events of Season 2; a week later, the October 12, the first episode of the new batch will arrive, with a weekly premiere.
As confirmed by VIZ Media, the day of the release of episode 1 the premiere will take place at 08:15 (Pacific Time) on Netflix already 08:45 (Pacific Time) on Crunchyroll. Times may vary by country, so it's a good idea to check the local time on the app on the day of the simulcast.
That both platforms share simultaneous broadcast is a move rare but beneficial: more options, fewer barriers to entry, and a unified global conversation around the series.
Crunchyroll has announced the addition of season 3 for the Latin American region; as always, the availability by territories may depend on local agreements, so it is advisable to check the title in the catalog of each country.
Plot and creative team
The new batch enters the Monster Association arc, one of the most anticipated segments for readers of ONE and Yusuke Murata's manga. High-caliber clashes between S-Class heroes and new threats are anticipated, without losing Saitama's trademark humor; in addition, the franchise receives attention for a possible real action.
Various unofficial reports point to a 12 episode seasonThe release schedule will be weekly after the October 12 premiere, following the usual simulcast pattern.
In the production section, JC Staff returns to take charge of the animation with Shinpei nagai in the direction. The artistic team includes Chikashi Kubota, Shinjiro Kuroda and Ryosuke Shirakawa in character design, with Tomohiro Suzuki in series composition and Makoto Miyazaki on the soundtrack.
In view of the premiere, new promotional material has been shared that enhances the combination of comedy and character development, while the fandom once again puts the spotlight on the treatment of the action and the staging of the key moments of the arc.
How to watch the series on Crunchyroll
To access the simulcast on Crunchyroll, a subscription is usually required. Premium subscription (Fan, Mega Fan, or Ultimate Fan plans). Content is released shortly after broadcast in Japan.
At the premiere, the episodes will be available in Japanese with Spanish subtitlesDubbing (Spanish or Latin, depending on the region) is usually added later.
On launch day, go to the app or website, search ONE PUNCH MAN and select the 3 Season in the series tab. If it doesn't appear at the exact time, refresh the catalog or restart the app.
As an appetizer, on October 5th a special recap episode from Season 2 to refresh the key points before the return of Saitama and company.
With a staggered premiere between the special on the 5th and episode 1 on October 12th, ONE PUNCH MAN returns in simulcast to Crunchyroll and Netflix with the Monster Association arc, a production led by JC Staff and a rollout that promises to keep the anime conversation alive this fall.
