One Piece anime release date schedule: When is the next episode out?
There are three certainties in life: death, taxes and One Piece. The anime series just keeps going and going, with well over 1000 episodes under its belt and many more coming down the pipeline, including the current Elbaph arc being adapted for season 22. As a wider franchise, Eiichiro Oda's eccentric creation seems to only be growing in prominence after almost three decades, with a popular live-action series on Netflix and a hit card game among its recent expansions. Although Oda has hinted at plans to end the series in the not-too-distant future, it feels as if One Piece might well go on forever at this point – but whether you're looking for the latest episodes or to delve into the archive, Radio Times can help. Read on for details on when the next episode of One Piece will be released, plus the platforms hosting the long-running anime. (Also, if you're looking to save time, check out our guide to the show's skippable filler episodes.) One Piece release schedule: When is the next episode out? New episodes of One Piece episodes are released at 5pm on Sundays via streaming service Crunchyroll, which gets them at the earliest time. You can also find episodes on BBC iPlayer and Netflix – read on for more details on what each service has to offer. What time do One Piece episodes come out? According to Crunchyroll's release calendar, new One Piece episodes drop on the streaming service at the following times across different regions: Pacific Time – 5pm on Saturday Eastern Time – 12pm on Saturday UK Time – 5pm on Sunday Central European Summer Time – 6pm on Sunday India Standard Time – 9:30am pm Sunday Philippine Time – 12am on Monday (Midnight on Sunday evening) Australia Eastern Daylight Time – 2am Monday View oEmbed on the source website How to watch One Piece in the UK Like in the US and other territories, the best place to watch the latest episodes of One Piece in the UK is Crunchyroll, but episodes are also available on Netflix, whilst BBC iPlayer is home to a large number with the English dub. Crunchyroll is ideal to watch One Piece as soon as it drops, making it easier to avoid spoilers on the latest events, with Netflix getting new episodes one week later (although, as an added bonus, it has the live-action adaptation and its companion podcast). Alternatively, BBC iPlayer has exclusive streaming rights for the English dub of the first 1122 episodes, which some viewers may prefer. (Crunchyroll and Netflix only provide the Japanese version with subtitles.) You can catch One Piece on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast. Add One Piece to your watchlist on the <a id="OWA8b702c45-bee9-94e4-f018-57518e78041b" title="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" href="https://www.radiotimes.com/download-the-app/?af_xp=custom&pid=website&c=editorial_content&is_retargeting=true&af_reengagement_window=30d" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="449c28d9-909e-4aab-b6b8-153454f55d5e" data-linkindex="0">Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more.
Wistoria: Wand and Sword Season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
The exact times to see more of Will’s adventures.
Wistoria: Wand and Sword is finally back, with season 2 of the anime underway after its recent April premiere, with every other episode in its schedule coming out on specific release dates and times. With season 2 beginning with Will and the others moving on from the dungeon attack and into the graduation exam, the tale based on Fujino Omori and Toshi Aoi’s manga continues. From episode 1 and all the way up to the finale, here is the full release schedule for Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 as it stands. Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? As confirmed on the anime’s official website, new episodes of Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 will be released every Sunday, with the remaining episodes dropping on the following dates: Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 1 – 12 April 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 2 – 19 April 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 3 – 26 April 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 4 – 3 May 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 5 – 10 May 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 6 – 17 May 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 7 – 24 May 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 8 – 31 May 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 9 – 7 June 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 10 – 14 June 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 11 – 21 June 2026 Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episode 12 – 28 June 2026 As with other anime, these dates can always change if the need for a break comes up, but we'll adjust this watch guide right away if so. What time are new Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2 episodes released? On Crunchyroll, Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2’s new episodes will release shortly after its 4:30pm Japanese TV broadcast — at 5:30pm JST, which works out to 9:30am BST in the UK and the following times in other territories: 4:30am EDT 1:30am PDT 10:30am CEST 2:00pm IST 5:30pm JST 6:30pm AEST What’s the plot of Wistoria: Wand and Sword season 2? View oEmbed on the source website As for what’s going on in season 2 Wistoria: Wand and Sword, the anime continues Will's climb through the academy after the fierce dungeon battle at the end of season 1. As he heads into the graduation exam and pushes closer to the tower where Elfaria waits, the story is steadily raising the stakes again with new enemies, new allies, and even more of the series' sword-and-sorcery action. Wistoria: Wand and Sword is streaming on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
The exact dates & times to see the new chapters each week.
The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King has finally arrived as part of Crunchyroll’s Spring 2026 anime release schedule, bringing Noriaki Kotoba’s fantasy romance manga to screens after a delay from its original 2025 window. After you've watched the opening chapter on Crunchyroll, marking the debut of the knight Serafina and barbarian leader Veor, there are plenty of new episodes coming out on specific release dates to look out for. For those eager to see episodes 1, 2, and all the rest as soon as they drop, here is the release schedule with every episodic release date for Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King. The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll? New episodes of The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King each have a Thursday release date on Crunchyroll; after episode 1’s premiere date on 9 April. With the weekly rollout confirmed on the anime’s official website, each new episode is set to drop on the following days: Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 1 – 9 April 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 2 – 16 April 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 3 – 23 April 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 4 – 30 April 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 5 – 7 May 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 6 – 14 May 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 7 – 21 May 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 8 – 28 May 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 9 – 4 June 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 10 – 11 June 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 11 – 18 June 2026 Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King episode 12 – 25 June 2026 On the other hand, anime release schedules are always subject to change, with circumstances sometimes requiring a season’s launch to take a break partway. Nevertheless, we’ll update this schedule as soon as we know more. What time are new episodes of The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King released? Episode 1 of The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King has now aired, with new episodes arriving at 1:30pm BST on Thursdays in the UK, and the equivalent times in other territories as follows: 6:30am PDT 9:30am EDT 1:30pm BST 3:30pm CEST 7:00pm IST 10:30pm JST 11:30pm AEST New episodes first broadcast Japan AT-X at 9:30pm JST on Thursdays, followed by TOKYO MX at 10:30pm JST the same night, also streaming on Japan’s ABEMA and d Anime Store from 10:30pm JST every Thursday, with other Japanese streaming platforms following from 10:30pm JST on Sundays. Expected to appear on Crunchyroll at the same time as ABEMA and D Anime Store, this follows the western anime streaming service’s usual pattern of having new episodes for a series drop soon after its first Japanese broadcast. What is the plot of The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King? View oEmbed on the source website The official story synopsis for the Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King’s anime is just as the same as the manga: introducing Serafina as the captain of the First Knight Order of the Kingdom of Ildren. During a retreat in the eastern campaign, she challenges the barbarian chieftain Veor to single combat and is completely defeated. Afterwards, while Serafina expects to be treated as spoils of war, Veor instead sincerely asks for her hand in marriage — being an altogether blend of dark fantasy, culture-clash comedy, and a very unlikely romance. The Warrior Princess and the Barbaric King is streaming on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
One Piece filler guide: All canon and skippable episodes
Now officially over the 1150 episode mark, One Piece fans old and new definitely need a dedicated filler list to navigate the hit anime adaptation of Eiichiro Oda's legendary manga — especially for its earlier arcs. Before the more manga-faithful modern seasons on Crunchyroll or the beloved live-action adaptation by Netflix, filler episodes (or part-filler) were part of the norm for anime like One Piece, so that the series' coverage of the source material would slow down and give its mangakas (manga artists) time to create more chapters or said show to adapt. Even if you're binging episodes at a time, there's no real way to tell you're about to watch One Piece filler until you're already some minutes in. In order to help reduce the trial and error, and help you get through the canon manga-faithful timeline as fast as possible, here's the complete list breaking down all skippable filler One Piece episodes, mixed canon and filler episodes, and those purely canon. Which One Piece episodes are purely skippable filler? After confirming reports by Crunchyroll and Anime Filler List, the complete list of One Piece episodes that are entirely skippable filler is as follows: Episodes 54-60: Warship Island arc Episodes 98-99: Arabasta arc Episode 102: Arabasta arc Episodes 131-135: Post-Arabasta arc Episodes 136-138: Goat Island arc Episodes 139-143: Ruluka Island arc Episodes 196-206: G-8 arc Episodes 220-225: Ocean’s Dream arc Episodes 279-283: Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 291-292: Enies Lobby Arc Episode 303: Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 317-319: Post-Enies Lobby Arc Episodes 326-336: Ice Hunter arc Episodes 382-384: Spa Island arc Episodes 406-407: Boss Luffy arc Episodes 426-429: Little East Blue arc Episodes 457-458: Marineford arc Episode 492: Post-War arc Episode 542: Fish-Man Island arc Episodes 575-578: Z’s Ambition arc Episode 590: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 626-627: Caesar’s Retrieval arc Episodes 747-750: Silver Mine arc Episodes 780-782: Marine Rookie arc Episodes 895-896: Cidre Guild arc Episode 907: Romance Dawn arc Episodes 1029-1030: Uta arc To clarify, we're referring to 'pure filler' as in content that is entirely original to the anime and was not adapted from the manga whatsoever. These can either be add-ons to currently existing arcs or arcs that are exclusive to the anime altogether. For instance, episodes 131-143; the Post-Arabasta arc, Goat Island arc, and Ruluka Island arc; were stories that were not featured in the manga at all — essentially adding more between the Alabasta and Jaya arcs. Meanwhile, episodes 98-99 were extra inclusions to the Alabasta arc. Of course, you're free to try out watching some of the filler arcs if you wish, but the rule of thumb is that these are somewhat lower quality than the manga-faithful episodes. These One Piece episodes are 100 per cent skippable if you're going for a viewing experience that follows the manga. Which One Piece episodes are mixed canon and filler? In anime like One Piece, mixed canon/filler episodes refer to those with a mix of both content that is still featured in the manga, but shares screen time with filler material as well. As laid out by the hardworking team at Anime Filler List and double-confirmed by Radio Times, the complete list of One Piece episodes that are mixed canon and filler is as follows: Episodes 45-47: Arlong Park & Buggy Side Story arcs Episode 61: Warship Island arc Episodes 68-69: Koby and Helmeppo arc Episode 101: Alabasta arc Episode 226: Foxy’s Return Arc Episode 354: Thriller Bark arc Episode 421: Amazon Lily arc Episode 489: Marineford arc Episode 520: Return to Sabaody arc Episode 574: Fish-Man Island arc Episode 625: Punk Hazard arc Episode 628: Caesar Retrieval arc Episode 633: Dressrosa arc Episode 653: Dressrosa arc Episode 657: Dressrosa arc Episode 679: Dressrosa arc Episode 690: Dressrosa arc Episode 731: Dressrosa arc Episode 738: Dressrosa arc Episode 751: Zou Arc Episodes 777-778: Zou Arc Episode 789: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 803: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 878-879: Reverie arc Episodes 881-885: Reverie arc Episodes 887-890: Reverie & Land of Wano Arc Act 1 arcs Episode 924: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 arc Episodes 988-989: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 arc Episode 991: Land of Wano Arc Act 3 The general rule around these episodes is that they're technically optional as well, but fit in nicely with the fully canon One Piece episodes, since they flesh out a bit more of the story in their respective arcs. The exceptions might be those like episode 61, the conclusion of the entirely filler Warship Island arc – which might be confusing to those jumping straight in. Nevertheless, episodes like these are still a good bit of fun and are worth the additional tidbits of manga-faithful material. View oEmbed on the source website Which One Piece episodes are completely canon? After reconfirming the findings by Crunchyroll and Anime Filler List, we've found that the complete list of One Piece episodes that are entirely faithful to the manga is as follows: Episodes 1-44: East Blue arc Episodes 48-49: Loguetown arc Episodes 52-53: East Blue arc Episodes 62-67: Arabasta arc Episodes 70-92: Drum Island & Arabasta arcs Episodes 94-97: Arabasta arc Episode 100: Arabasta arc Episodes 103-130: Arabasta arc Episodes 144-195: Jaya & Skypiea arcs Episodes 207-212: Long Ring Long Land arc Episodes 217-219: Long Ring Long Land arc Episodes 227-278: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 284-290: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 293-302: Enies Lobby arc Episodes 304-316: Enies Lobby arc & Post-Enies Lobby arcs Episodes 320-325: Post-Enies Lobby arc Episodes 337-353: Thriller Bark arc Episodes 355-381: Thriller Bark arc Episodes 385-405: Sabaody Archipelago arc Episodes 408-417: Amazon Lily arc Episodes 422-425: Impel Down arc Episodes 430-452: Impel Down arc Episodes 459-488: Marineford arc Episodes 490-491: Post-War arc Episodes 493-496: Post-War arc Episodes 500-505: Post-War arc Episodes 507-519: Post-War & Return to Sabaody arcs Episodes 521-541: Return to Sabaody and Fish-Man Island arcs Episodes 543-573: Fish-Man Island arc Episodes 579-589: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 591-624: Punk Hazard arc Episodes 629-632: Dressrosa arc Episodes 634-652: Dressrosa arc Episodes 654-656: Dressrosa arc Episodes 658-678: Dressrosa arc Episodes 680-689: Dressrosa arc Episodes 691-730: Dressrosa arc Episodes 732-736: Dressrosa arc Episodes 739-746: Dressrosa arc Episodes 752-774: Zou arc Episode 776: Zou arc Episode 779: Zou arc Episodes 783-788: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 790-802: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 804-806: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 808-877: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 880: Whole Cake Island arc Episode 886: Whole Cake Island arc Episodes 891-894: Wano Country arc Episodes 897-906: Wano Country arc Episodes 908-923: Wano Country arc Episodes 925-987: Wano Country arc Episode 990: Wano Country arc Episodes 992-1028: Wano Country arc Episodes 1031-1083: Wano Country arc Episodes 1085-1155: Egghead arc Episodes 1156 onwards: Elbaph arc Compared to One Piece's earlier years when anime filler was a wider industry practice, more recent arcs have been following the manga far closer — keeping entirely anime-original episodes to a minimum lately. A continued lack of One Piece filler has been the norm, even more so from now on, too, since Toei Animation announced last year a "major reorganisation of the anime’s production schedule" to approximately 26 annual episodes across two cours (10-14 episodes) per year — instead of producing weekly episodes almost throughout the year. With the idea of improving the series in mind, aiming to "closely reflect the manga’s content, rhythm, and pacing", the need for dedicated One Piece filler episodes will no longer be required. We could theoretically always see some form of filler if any unexpected hiccups in production come about, but it looks like regular One Piece filler in the anime's regular output is unofficially done. Where to watch One Piece in the UK and US All episodes of the One Piece anime are available to watch right now on Crunchyroll, both in the UK and US. UK viewers can also find the One Piece anime on Netflix. If you're in the UK and don't feel like paying for a subscription, One Piece is also available to watch on BBC iPlayer. You also need to have a paid TV license in order to access the BBC iPlayer service. In the US, the One Piece anime is also available to watch via streaming services like Netflix & Hulu, but they are regularly behind Crunchyroll in terms of current episodes. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide or Streaming Guide to find out what else is on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Classroom of the Elite season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Classroom of the Elite is back with season 4, and the latest batch of episodes is well underway, with the rest of those in the schedule dropping on Crunchyroll at certain dates and times. After the psychological school drama returned in early April 2026 with an extended 90-minute premiere, covering the first four episodes all at once, Classroom of the Elite (fully titled Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester), the anime resumed with a weekly one-episode rollout — with the series adapting the titular first term of the Year 2 sequel novels. To find out exactly when to catch Ayanokoji and his classmates enter their second year, as soon as new instalments drop, here is Classroom of the Elite season 4’s full release schedule with every episode’s release date and time. Classroom of the Elite season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? After the four-episode premiere, new episodes of Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester arrive on Wednesdays — with weekly release dates for the remaining episodes: Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 2 – 1 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 3 – 1 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 4 – 1 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 5 – 8 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 6 – 15 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 7 – 22 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 8 – 29 April 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 9 – 6 May 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 10 – 13 May 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 11 – 20 May 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 12 – 27 May 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 13 – 3 June 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 14 – 10 June 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 15 – 17 June 2026 Classroom of the Elite season 4 episode 16 – 24 June 2026 What time are new episodes of Classroom of the Elite released on Crunchyroll? Each new episode of Classroom of the Elite season 4 on Wednesdays will appear on Crunchyroll at 1:30 pm BST, which means they will be available at the following times in other territories: 08:30 am EDT 5:30am PDT 2:30pm CEST 9:30pm JST 10:30pm AEST How many episodes are in Classroom of the Elite season 4? Confirmed on the Blu-Ray and DVD section of the anime’s website, Classroom of the Elite season 4 will have 16 episodes, spread among four volumes with four episodes each. What is Classroom of the Elite season 4 about? Classroom of the Elite 4th Season: Second Year, First Semester follows Kiyotaka Ayanokoji and his classmates as they begin their second year at the Advanced Nurturing High School, where a new special exam pairs returning students with incoming first-years and quickly throws the school into fresh chaos. As new alliances start to form, Ayanokoji also finds himself facing another threat tied to the White Room, setting up another round of psychological battles, shifting loyalties and high-stakes mind games. Classroom of the Elite season 4 trailer The trailer for Classroom of the Elite season 4 is below: View oEmbed on the source website Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
With the exact times and what the new romcom is all about.
Spring’s anime line-up has another romcom contender on its hands, as Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? has now made its debut on screens, with each episode in its schedule now dropping on specific release dates. Based on the manga by Norishiro-chan and Sakana Uozumi, the series follows shy otaku Takuya Seo, whose quiet school life is disrupted when two very different gals from his class start taking an interest in him. Crunchyroll confirmed ahead of launch that it would stream the anime, which premiered on 8 April 2026. That gives fans a new weekly romance comedy to keep an eye on, bringing the manga’s mix of awkward school comedy, shared geek interests, and the usual gal-and-loner misunderstandings to life. From episode 1, 2, and beyond, here’s the current Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? release schedule and when you can watch new episodes on Crunchyroll. Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll? Each new episode of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? has a weekly Wednesday release date in its schedule, with the anime’s official site confirming the rollout in Japan. With that, all episodes of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? are scheduled to release on the following dates: Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 1 – 8 April 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 2 – 15 April 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 3 – 22 April 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 4 – 29 April 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 5 – 6 May 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 6 – 13 May 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 7 – 20 May 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 8 – 27 May 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 9 – 3 June 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 10 – 10 June 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 11 – 17 June 2026 Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? episode 12 – 24 June 2026 On the Crunchyroll simulcast calendar, there is currently no interruption to the weekly Wednesday slot that has been announced on the official anime website. However, future dates are still subject to change if any break is announced, but we’ll update this watch guide right away if we hear any new information. What time are new episodes of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? released on Crunchyroll? According to Crunchyroll’s simulcast calendar, new episodes of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? are released at 4:45pm in the UK, which means each one will drop at the following times around the world: 8:45am PDT 11:45am EDT 4:45pm BST 5:45pm CEST 9:15pm IST 12:45am JST (Thursday) 1:45am AEST (Thursday) As ever with seasonal anime, simulcast timings can shift slightly, so we’ll be keeping this release schedule updated with any adjustments, as well. What’s the plot of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? View oEmbed on the source website Just like the manga, the anime adaptation of Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? centres on Takuya Seo, a reserved high school boy who tries not to draw attention to the fact that he’s an otaku. That becomes much harder when classmates Kei Amane and Kotoko Ijichi start talking to him, pulling him into an unexpected school-life romcom built around shared hobbies and clashing social circles. Compared to the male protagonist, Amane is cool but a little odd, while Ijichi is much more cheerful and physically close in the way she interacts with Seo. Together, the trio’s relationship develops through anime fandom and overlapping interests, which is where the show seems likely to find most of its comedy and charm. Gals Can't Be Kind to Otaku!? is streaming on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
After more than a year, Re:Zero is officially back in action with season 4! Based on the light novel by Tappei Nagatsuki and Shinichirou Otsuka, Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World, follows high school student Natsuki Subaru, who is suddenly transported to a fantasy world. Season 4 is set to adapt Arc 6 (volumes 21-25), with the first cour titled the Loss Arc and the second called the Recapture Arc. Here's everything we know so far about the release schedule! Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll? New episodes of Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World arrive on Crunchyroll on Wednesdays. That means the release schedule currently looks like this - although it is subject to change: Cour 1 - Loss Arc Episode 1 – 8 April 2026 Episode 2 – 15 April 2026 Episode 3 – 22 April 2026 Episode 4 – 29 April 2026 Episode 5 – 6 May 2026 Episode 6 – 13 May 2026 Episode 7 – 20 May 2026 Episode 8 – 27 May 2026 Episode 9 – 3 June 2026 Episode 10 – 10 June 2026 Episode 11 – 17 June 2026 Cour 2 - Recapture Arc Episode 1 – 12 August 2026 Episode 2 – 19 August 2026 Episode 3 – 26 August 2026 Episode 4 – 2 September 2026 Episode 5 – 9 September 2026 Episode 6 – 16 September 2026 Episode 7 – 23 September 2026 Episode 8 – 30 September 2026 What time are new episodes of Re:Zero season 4 released? New episodes are released at 2pm BST, which works out to the following times around the world: 9:00am EDT 6:00am PDT 3:00pm CEST 6:30 PM IST 10pm JST 11:00 PM AEST View oEmbed on the source website What is the plot for Re:Zero? The official synopsis on Crunchyroll is: "Natsuki Subaru, an ordinary high school student, is on his way home from the convenience store when he finds himself transported to another world. "As he's lost and confused in a new world where he doesn't even know left from right, the only person to reach out to him was a beautiful girl with silver hair. Determined to repay her somehow for saving him from his own despair, Subaru agrees to help..." Re:Zero - Starting Life in Another World season 4 is streaming on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure release schedule - When will episode 2 be on Netflix?
The beloved anime franchise is back in business.
Netflix has finally given some insight into when Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 2 will arrive – and it's not great news for fans. The all new series, is the long-awaited adaptation of Part 7 of Hirohiko Araki's beloved manga series. Fans were delighted to delve back into the adventure, which follows Johnny Joestar, a former jockey who lost the use of his legs in a freak accident, as he heads on a cross-continental horse race in the hopes of winning a monumental grand prize. But, with just one episode being released, everyone has been are wondering when we might get to see more. Here's what we know so far. When will Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 2 be released? Netflix has confirmed that Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Stage 2 (including episode 2) will be released in autumn 2026 – meaning fans have got a months long wait on their hands. We don't have a specific release date just yet. The streamer released a statement, addressing fans' questions about the schedule, and confirming this has been the plan from the beginning. The statement reads: "Thank you for all the incredible support for STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. The series is currently in production and will be available for everyone to enjoy. "We are planning a split‑cour release across the entire run of episodes. The next cour (2nd STAGE) will begin streaming in fall 2026 on Netflix, with one new episode released each week. This release schedule is part of our original plan and reflects the wishes of the production committee." View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes will there be in Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure? Again, it's a bit up in the air, as Netflix hasn't confirmed how many episodes there will be. Previous seasons of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure have ranged between 26and 48 episodes – however, the last three seasons all consisted of either 38 or 39 episodes, so that seems a likely estimate for now until we have more solid information. View oEmbed on the source website Who is in the cast for Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure? The cast for Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is: Daman Mills as Johnny Joestar Kaiji Tang as Gyro Zeppeli Damien Haas as Diego Brando Frankie Kevich as Lucy Steel Jamieson Price as Steven Steel Alejandro Antonio Ruiz as Sandman Cedric Williams as Pocoloco What is the plot of Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure? Netflix's synopsis for the show reads: "It’s 1890, in America, the Steel Ball Run — the first horse racing championship across the North American continent — was about to begin. Spanning around 4,000 miles, the race offered 50 million dollars as the winning prize. Johnny Joestar, once being hailed as a genius jockey, is now paralysed and lost in despair. "He finds hope in the mysterious phenomena caused by Gyro Zeppeli, an outlaw aiming to win the race, and determines to participate in the Steel Ball Run Race. Each having their own goal in mind, the two form an alliance and set foot upon the gruelling adventure and race." Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 1 is available to stream on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Witch Hat Atelier release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Perhaps the most highly-anticipated anime of the spring 2026 season is officially here! Witch Hat Atelier, based on the manga Kamome Shirahama, is finally dropping on Crunchyroll after being delayed from last year. The anime follows a girl named Coco, who becomes a witch apprentice in the hopes of reviving her mother, who she accidentally turned to stone. Here's everything we know so far about when new episodes are released. Witch Hat Atelier release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Mondays, meaning the release schedule should look a little like this - although it is subject to change. We're expecting a two-episode premiere and the English dub will be available on the same day. Episode 1 – 6 April 2026 Episode 2 – 6 April 2026 Episode 3 – 13 April 2026 Episode 4 – 20 April 2026 Episode 5 – 27 April 2026 Episode 6 – 4 May 2026 Episode 7 – 11 May 2026 Episode 8 – 18 May 2026 Episode 9 – 25 May 2026 Episode 10 – 1 June 2026 Episode 11 – 8 June 2026 Episode 12 – 15 June 2026 Episode 13 – 22 June 2026 View oEmbed on the source website What time are new episodes of Witch Hat Atelier released on Crunchyroll? New episodes of Witch Hat Atelier are released at 3pm BST. That works out to the following times around the world: 7am PT 10am EDT 4pm CEST 7:30pm IST How many episodes are in Witch Hat Atelier ? Witch Hat Atelier is expected to consist of 13 episodes. What is the plot of Witch Hat Atelier ? The synopsis for the Witch Hat Atelier manga (as per Crunchyroll) reads: "A beautifully-illustrated story about a girl who longs for magic in her life and learns that, on the inside, she already is what she wishes she could be. Reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, this lushly drawn story was voted one of the Top 10 manga of the year in 2018 by the Japanese manga industry. "In a world where everyone takes wonders like magic spells and dragons for granted, Coco is a girl with a simple dream: she wants to be a witch. But everybody knows magicians are born, not made, and Coco was not born with a gift for magic. "Resigned to her un-magical life, Coco is about to give up on her dream to become a witch … until the day she meets Qifrey, a mysterious, traveling magician. After secretly seeing Qifrey perform magic in a way she’s never seen before, Coco soon learns what everybody “knows” might not be the truth, and discovers that her magical dream may not be as far away as it may seem…" Witch Hat Atelier is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 4 release date speculation and latest news
With season 3 now concluded, Jujutsu Kaisen season 4 is already on our minds as we look forward to the Culling Game Part 2. After a long wait, the anime made a return earlier this year, with Yuji Itadori and his allies forced into the Kenjaku's deadly tournament of sorcerers. Just like season 2, the Culling Game Arc has been split up into two halves to maintain the high-quality animation fans have become accustomed to. Now, following an extended finale to show off the Sendai Colony battle, fans are eagerly awaiting what comes next – here's what you need to know about Jujutsu Kaisen season 4, when The Culling Games Part 2 could begin, and what happened to season 3 part 2. When could Jujutsu Kaisen season 4 be released? Although we don't have a confirmed release date for The Culling Game Part 2, there are some clues that point to when the next season could arrive. Initially, it had been expected that season 3 would follow a similar release pattern to season 2, which was split into two halves with a three-month hiatus in-between. This led fans to suspect that, for The Culling Games, we could expect a summer 2026 release window, with Part 2 kicking off in or around July 2026. However, it now appears more likely that we can expect a later release date. The time slot previously occupied on Japanese television by Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 has already been filled by other series for the rest of 2026. That would mean the earliest time JJK could reclaim that spot for season 4 would be in early 2027. This is, of course, all purely speculation, and we will be waiting on official confirmation from Studio MAPPA before we know for sure. What happened to Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 part 2? View Green Video on the source website Originally, Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 was expected to be split into two parts, like with season 2. This led to fans expecting that, following the airing of episode 12 in the latest season, we could expect episode 13 to air fairly soon after. Unfortunately, it appears that this is not the case. In a post to X, the official Jujutsu Kaisen anime account provided an update to the situation, dubbing the most recent episode, Sendai Colony, the "Season 3 Finale". Furthermore, it reads: "The fate of Itadori and his companions, who are working to quell the game, will be revealed in Season 4, 'The Culling Game Part 2'," before signing off: "Please stay tuned for further updates." So, to put it simply, season 3 part 2 has been skipped over by MAPPA, who have instead opted to go straight to season 4. Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is available to stream on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Liar Game anime release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Liar Game is officially here, with fans of the manga delighted to see the story getting an adaptation. Based on the manga by Shinobu Kaitani, the show follows a college student Nao who receives a mysterious suitcase containing 100 million yen and a letter informing her she's been selected to participate in the Liar Game, a battle where deception is the name of the game. She teams up with conman Shinichi Akiyama – but can the pair survive? Here's everything you need to know about when new episodes of Liar Game are released. Liar Game release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Mondays, meaning the release schedule should like a little like this. This is a speculative release schedule and is subject to change. Episode 1 – 6 April 2026 Episode 2 – 13 April 2026 Episode 3 – 20 April 2026 Episode 4 – 27 April 2026 Episode 5 – 4 May 2026 Episode 6 – 11 May 2026 Episode 7 – 18 May 2026 Episode 8 – 25 May 2026 Episode 9 – 1 June 2026 Episode 10 – 8 June 2026 Episode 11 – 15 June 2026 Episode 12 – 22 June 2026 Episode 13 – 29 June 2026 Episode 14 – 6 July 2026 Episode 15 – 13 July 2026 Episode 16 – 20 July 2026 Episode 17 – 27 July 2026 Episode 18 – 3 August 2026 Episode 19 – 10 August 2026 Episode 20 – 17 August 2026 Episode 21 – 24 August 2026 Episode 22 – 31 August 2026 Episode 23 – 7 September 2026 Episode 24 – 14 September 2026 View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes are in Liar Game? Liar Game will run for two consecutive cours, so should consist of around 24 episodes. What is the plot of Liar Game? The synopsis for Liar Game reads: "When Nao Kanzaki receives a strange letter and a suitcase containing 100 million yen, she learns that she has been selected to participate in the Liar Game. "In this high-stakes psychological battle, lies, deception, and betrayal reign supreme. Naïve and honest, Nao turns to Shinichi Akiyama, a brilliant former con artist, to survive the twisted game. In a game built on lies, can honesty prevail?" Liar Game is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-kun season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun is officially back in business for season 4! The beloved anime, adapted from the manga series by Osamu Nishi, follows teenager Iruma Suzuki whose parents sell him to a demon. The demon, known as Sullivan, enrols him in a school for demons, where he absolutely cannot reveal he's human. As season 4 arrives, here's everything we know about when new episodes are released. Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Saturdays, meaning the release schedule should look a little like this - although it is subject to change. Episode 1 – 4 April 2026 Episode 2 – 11 April 2026 Episode 3 – 18 April 2026 Episode 4 – 25 April 2026 Episode 5 – 2 May 2026 Episode 6 – 9 May 2026 Episode 7 – 16 May 2026 Episode 8 – 23 May 2026 Episode 9 – 30 May 2026 Episode 10 – 6 June 2026 Episode 11 – 13 June 2026 Episode 12 – 20 June 2026 Episode 13 – 27 June 2026 Episode 14 – 4 July 2026 Episode 15 – 11 July 2026 Episode 16 – 18 July 2026 Episode 17 – 25 July 2026 Episode 18 – 1 August 2026 Episode 19 – 8 August 2026 Episode 20 – 15 August 2026 Episode 21 – 22 August 2026 Episode 22 – 29 August 2026 Episode 23 – 5 September 2026 Episode 24 – 12 September 2026 How many episodes are in Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun season 4? Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun season 4 is expected to run for two cours and consist of 24 episodes. What is the plot of Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun season 4 ? View oEmbed on the source website The synopsis for Welcome to Demon School! Iruma-Kun reads: "Suzuki Iruma, human, 14, one day finds himself taken against his will into the world of demons. "To add to his predicament, his doting owner and self-appointed "Grandpa" is the chair-demon at his new school. In order to survive, Iruma must deal with a haughty student who challenges him to a duel, a girl with adjustment issues, and so many more scary beings! "Can this ultimate pacifist dodge the slings and arrows that are flung his way? As he struggles frantically, Iruma's innate kindness begins to win over enemies." Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Daemons of the Shadow Realm, one of the most highly-anticipated series of the spring 2026 anime season, is officially here! Based on the manga by Hiromu Arakawa, it follows twins Yuru and Asa who were separated at a young age and must make their way back to each other in a world where humans can control a duo of supernatural creatures called daemons. During their journey, they learn of a particular power they possess, which they must use to save the world. Read on for more information on when new episodes of Daemons of the Shadow Realm are released on Crunchyroll. Daemons of the Shadow Realm release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Saturdays on Crunchyroll. That means the release schedule should look a little like this - although it is subject to change. Episode 1 – 4 April 2026 Episode 2 – 11 April 2026 Episode 3 – 18 April 2026 Episode 4 – 25 April 2026 Episode 5 – 2 May 2026 Episode 6 – 9 May 2026 Episode 7 – 16 May 2026 Episode 8 – 23 May 2026 Episode 9 – 30 May 2026 Episode 10 – 6 June 2026 Episode 11 – 13 June 2026 Episode 12 – 20 June 2026 Episode 13 – 27 June 2026 Episode 14 – 4 July 2026 Episode 15 – 11 July 2026 Episode 16 – 18 July 2026 Episode 17 – 25 July 2026 Episode 18 – 1 August 2026 Episode 19 – 8 August 2026 Episode 20 – 15 August 2026 Episode 21 – 22 August 2026 Episode 22 – 29 August 2026 Episode 23 – 5 September 2026 Episode 24 – 12 September 2026 How many episodes are in Daemons of the Shadow Realm? Daemons of the Shadow Realm is expected to run for two consecutive cours, meaning it will likely consist of 24 or 25 episodes. View oEmbed on the source website What is the plot of Daemons of the Shadow Realm? The synopsis for Daemons of the Shadow Realm reads: "In a world where certain humans command mighty supernatural duos called Daemons, it is the birthright of 'the children who sunder day and night'—twins Yuru and Asa—to rule over these powerful entities. "Separated from a young age and unaware of the truth of their birth, brother and sister must fight to make their way back to each other, claim their birthright, and save the world..." Daemons of the Shadow Realm is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Snowball Earth release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
If you're in need of a new anime, Snowball Earth might be right up your street. Adapted from the manga by Yuhiro Tsujitsugu, the new series follows Tetsuo and his robot Yukio who fight against monsters threatening the Earth. Their adventures culminate in a battle that sees them return to Earth, only to find it covered in snow and ice. Here's everything you need to know about when new episodes are released. Snowball Earth release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out at 3:30pm BST on Fridays. That means the release schedule currently looks like this, although it is subject to change: Episode 1 – 3 April 2026 Episode 2 – 10 April 2026 Episode 3 – 17 April 2026 Episode 4 – 24 April 2026 Episode 5 – 1 May 2026 Episode 6 – 8 May 2026 Episode 7 – 15 May 2026 Episode 8 – 22 May 2026 Episode 9 – 29 May 2026 Episode 10 – 5 June 2026 Episode 11 – 12 June 2026 Episode 12 – 19 June 2026 Episode 13 – 26 June 2026 View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes are in Snowball Earth? It's expected that Snowball Earth will consist of 13 episodes. What's the plot of Snowball Earth? The synopsis for the show reads: "Yukio was destroyed in battle and Tetsuo survived in an escape pod. After eight years in cold sleep, the escape pod finally lands back on Earth. "But when Tetsuo emerges he finds a world in ruins, entirely frozen beneath a blanket of ice and snow—snowball Earth! What happened to humanity, how did the planet freeze over, and will Tetsuo be able to keep his last promise to Yukio?" Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
The spring anime season is officially here.
As the spring anime season officially kicks off, beloved series That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is back for season 4. The bizarre anime does what it says on the tin, following a man who is murdered and reincarnated in a fantasy world as a powerful slime named Rimuru Tempest. Based on the light novel series from Fuse, the anime has brought in a loyal audience who are eagerly anticipating new episodes. So, here's everything you need to know about when new episodes of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4 are released! That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4 release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes are out on Crunchyroll on Fridays. According to reports, the season is set to run for a massive five cours, with the first two cours airing consecutively. The release schedule (at least for the foreseeable future) should look a little like this - although it is subject to change. Episode 1 – 3 April 2026 Episode 2 – 10 April 2026 Episode 3 – 17 April 2026 Episode 4 – 24 April 2026 Episode 5 – 1 May 2026 Episode 6 – 8 May 2026 Episode 7 – 15 May 2026 Episode 8 – 22 May 2026 Episode 9 – 29 May 2026 Episode 10 – 5 June 2026 Episode 11 – 12 June 2026 Episode 12 – 19 June 2026 Episode 13 – 26 June 2026 Episode 14 – 3 July 2026 Episode 15 – 10 July 2026 Episode 16 – 17 July 2026 Episode 17 – 24 July 2026 Episode 18 – 31 July 2026 Episode 19 – 7 August 2026 Episode 20 – 14 August 2026 Episode 21 – 21 August 2026 Episode 22 – 28 August 2026 Episode 23 – 4 September 2026 Episode 24 – 11 September 2026 View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes are in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4? That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime season 4 is expected to consist of more than 60 episodes, split across five cours. What is the plot of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime? The synopsis for That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime reads: "Corporate worker Mikami Satoru is stabbed by a random killer, and is reborn to an alternate world. But he turns out to be reborn a slime! Thrown into this new world with the name Rimuru, he begins his quest to create a world that’s welcoming to all races." That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is available to watch on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Dr Stone season 4 release schedule: When is Part 3 out on Crunchyroll?
Here's everything we know about season 4 of the Dr Stone anime, titled Dr Stone: Science Future!
Now in its fourth and final season, Dr Stone is back with a vengeance, with the third and final part officially kicking off! Taking place in the distant future, this sci-fi anime series began with a bizarrely original kind of apocalypse, freezing the entire human population in stasis in 2019. Thousands of years later, teen genius Senku Ishigami wakes up and decides to rebuild human civilisation in an ambitious new direction. One of the big headlines for this season is the arrival of Dr Xeno Houston Wingfield, a major villain from the original Dr Stone manga series. He's the leader of a group that Senku encounters in North America, and like Senku he prides himself in being a technological and scientific genius, providing a worthy adversary for the story's final act. Read on to learn everything we know about Dr Stone: Science Future's season 4 part 3 release schedule. Dr Stone season 4 part 3 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Dr Stone season 4 part 3 is officially upon us. The show - based on Riichiro Inagaki and Boichi’s original manga – returned on Thursday 2 April. Below is the expected release schedule for the episodes in this part. Episode 25 - 2 April 2026 Episode 26 - 9 April 2026 Episode 27 - 16 April 2026 Episode 28 - 23 April 2026 Episode 29 - 30 April 2026 Episode 30 - 7 May 2026 Episode 31 - 14 May 2026 Episode 32 - 21 May 2026 Episode 33 - 28 May 2026 Episode 34 - 4 June 2026 Episode 35 - 11 June 2026 Episode 36 - 18 June 2026 How many episodes of Dr Stone season 4 part 3 will there be? We're expecting there to be 12 episodes of Dr Stone season 4 part 3. What time are new episodes of Dr Stone season 4 released? New episodes of Dr Stone season 4 are expected to be released at the following times: 3pm BST 6am PST 9am EST This follows the Japanese broadcast time of 10:00pm JST, with Crunchyroll confirming that episodes will stream as they are released. Dr Stone season 4: Science Future trailer There's now a full trailer for the third and final part of Dr Stone: Science Future, teasing the hunt for a certain almighty mathematician (Sai Nanami) to help them in their quest to build the spaceship which will finally take them to the moon. View oEmbed on the source website Dr Stone season 4 is now streaming on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Sci-fi coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Dorohedoro season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Fans can finally dive back into the swamp of chaos!
The weird and wonderful anime Dorohedoro has finally returned, after fans endured a mammoth six-year wait for more episodes from animation studio MAPPA. The series, based on the manga written and illustrated by Q Hayashida, follows the reptilian Caiman and his friend Nikaido as they embark on a brutal quest for answers and revenge. The second season sees the pair continuing their search to discover Caiman’s true identity, as they hunt for the sorcerer which took his memories, while the conflict between the Hole’s residents and En's Sorcerers intensifies in the grimy, post-apocalyptic world. Here’s everything we know so far about the release schedule for the highly anticipated Dorohedoro season 2. Dorohedoro season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? The long-awaited second season of Dorohedoro has its premiere on anime streaming service Crunchyroll with the first three episodes. That means the release schedule currently looks like this: Episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Episode 2 – 1 April 2026 Episode 3 – 1 April 2026 Episode 4 – 8 April 2026 Episode 5 – 15 April 2026 Episode 6 – 22 April 2026 Episode 7 – 29 April 2026 Episode 8 – 6 May 2026 Episode 9 – 13 May 2026 Episode 10 – 20 May 2026 Episode 11 – 27 May 2026 What time are new Dorohedoro season 2 episodes released? As previously confirmed by Crunchyroll, new episodes of Dorohedoro season 2 are released at the following times: 7am PT 10am ET 3pm BST 11pm JST How many episodes will there be in Dorohedoro season 2? Based on current information, Dorohedoro season 2 is expected to consist of 11 episodes in total. Where can I watch Dorohedoro season 2? Dorohedoro season 2 will be available to stream on Crunchyroll as it airs in Japan, with the platform simulcasting the series worldwide. Fans can also watch all 13 episodes of season 1 on the platform in Japanese with subtitles, alongside English, Spanish, Portuguese, French and Thai dubs worldwide (excluding Japan and China). View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Dorohedoro season 2? The second instalment of the dark fantasy series continues the anime adaptation of Q Hayashida’s popular manga, with the new season likely picking up from around volumes 6–7. At this stage, the narrative shifts between Caiman’s journey in the Hole and the escalating conflicts within the Sorcerers’ world. As Caiman and Nikaido push further in their search for answers, the focus expands to include key developments involving En’s organisation, cross-world rivalries, and the internal power struggles among sorcerers. These volumes also delve further into the structure and motivations of En family’s, alongside the increasing involvement of other major sorcerers and factions, raising the stakes of the wider conflict. Meanwhile, Caiman edges closer to uncovering the truth behind his identity, with revelations beginning to connect the various threads woven throughout the story. Expect plenty more brutal and chaotic violence along the way! Dorohedoro is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
The romantic comedy has been highly anticipated by fans after a delay to its premiere.
As the spring anime season officially gets going, one of the new shows you need to be on the lookout for is Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!. The new series, which is streaming on Crunchyroll, follows closeted high school student Nakamura, who has a crush on his classmate, Hirose, despite never having spoken to him. The romantic comedy is adapted from the manga series Syundei and has been highly anticipated by fans, especially after a delay saw its premiere date pushed back from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about when new episodes are released on Crunchyroll. Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! release schedule: When are new episodes out on Crunchyroll? New episodes of Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! are released on Crunchyroll at 3:30pm on Wednesdays. That means the release schedule currently looks like this, although it is subject to change: Episode 1 – 1 April 2026 Episode 2 – 8 April 2026 Episode 3 – 15 April 2026 Episode 4 – 22 April 2026 Episode 5 – 29 April 2026 Episode 6 – 6 May 2026 Episode 7 – 13 May 2026 Episode 8 – 20 May 2026 Episode 9 – 27 May 2026 Episode 10 – 3 June 2026 Episode 11 – 10 June 2026 Episode 12 – 17 June 2026 Episode 13 – 24 June 2026 View oEmbed on the source website How many episodes are in Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!? There will be 13 episodes in Go For It, Nakamura-kun!! What is the plot of Go For It, Nakamura-kun!!? The synopsis for the show reads: "Nakamura is a shy boy who falls in love at first sight with one of his classmates–his dreamy high school classmate, Hirose. But there’s a problem: they haven’t met yet. And Nakamura is a total klutz who might bungle things before they even begin!" Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Fate/strange Fake season 2 release date speculation, latest news
And why studio A-1 pictures could take a while.
Fate/strange Fake season 2 is already on fans’ minds after the finale of season 1, which saw the Fate series adapt the Holy Grail War. With Masters and Servants colliding in Snowfield, Nevada, and the scale of the conflict only getting bigger with each new development (and more source material to cover), the series has made a strong case for a longer future on screen. Thankfully, season 2 has already been confirmed, with a new teaser being released after season 1's finale. Here's everything we know so far. When could Fate/strange Fake season 2 be released? For now, any Fate/strange Fake 2 release date is purely speculative, but with no official announcement yet, the very earliest we could see a new batch of episodes is 2027 – but that’s only if it were to launch late in that year. That said, we predict we won’t see Fate/strange Fake season 2 until at least 2028, due to the already stacked anime output studio A-1 Pictures has for 2027 and beyond: the anime adaptation of Bless, season 3 of Mashle: Magic and Muscles, and season 2 of Too Many Losing Heroines! for a TBA window. View oEmbed on the source website It was confirmed that the show will continue in March 2026, with the anime's official social media sharing a teaser image and a caption reading: "Something big is coming..." What could the plot of Fate/strange Fake season 2 be about? View oEmbed on the source website It would likely move the anime beyond its current dream-realm storyline and into the more explosive later novels, where the battle for Snowfield becomes far more intense. Without getting into major spoilers, that would mean bigger faction clashes, more focus on the war’s hidden masterminds, and long-teased characters finally stepping into more pivotal roles. The Fate/strange Fake anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule: When could episode 13 come out?
Fans had to wait a long time for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 to arrive, and now the first chapter of its latest instalment has officially come to a close – ending on one of the most anticipated battles of the Culling Game arc. The anime returned earlier this year with the highly anticipated Culling Game arc, and the action has escalated with each episode, as Yuji Itadori and his allies fought to survive Kenjaku’s deadly sorcerer tournament. Fans were even treated to a closing extended episode, culminating in the Sendai Colony battle, a showdown that was widely considered as one of the most anticipated sequences of the Culling Game storyline. The dark, supernatural action anime based on the equally popular manga series by Gege Akutami, Jujutsu Kaisen follows Yuji Itadori as he learns to wield jujutsu sorcery. After eating a cursed finger to save his classmate, Yuji gains supernatural powers and is enrolled in Tokyo Jujutsu High School to develop his skills and fight cursed spirits. Season 3 picked up the story with the brutal Culling Game, where sorcerers are forced to fight across deadly colonies in Japan in order to survive - with the escalating battles playing out across Tokyo Colony No.1 and culminating in the Sendai Colony showdown. With Season 3 Part 1 now at an end, fans may be wondering when the story will continue - so here’s everything you need to know about Jujutsu Kaisen season 3’s release schedule. Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release schedule: When is episode 13 out? While an official release date for The Culling Game Part 2 has yet to be confirmed by Crunchyroll or MAPPA, there are some strong clues about when the series could return. If season 3 follows a similar release pattern to season 2 - which was split into two cours with a break in between - it’s likely that Part 2 will arrive after a standard three-month hiatus. Based on this schedule, a summer 2026 release window (likely July 2026) would traditionally be expected. However, recent reports suggest that fans may be waiting longer than anticipated for Part 2. Based on current broadcast scheduling in Japan, the time slot previously occupied by Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 Part 1 is set to be filled by other series through the rest of 2026 – potentially pushing the next instalment into early 2027. While this has yet to be officially confirmed, it makes a January 2027 release window look increasingly plausible, rather than the late 2026 return many had anticipated. Of course, this remains speculative for now, and fans will be waiting on official confirmation from Studio MAPPA in the coming months. What time are new Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episodes released? New episodes of Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 arrive on Crunchyroll at 9am PT/ 12pm ET/ 5pm GMT. For UK-based viewers, this means episodes will be available to stream on Thursday afternoons from 5pm. However, the show has confirmed that episodes 6, 7 and the special episode will have a changed broadcast time in Japan, delaying the usual midnight slot for episodes 6 and 7 to 12:36am JST, while the recap episode will air at 2:00am JST. While Japanese broadcast times will shift for these three episodes, this is not expected to significantly impact UK streaming release times on Crunchyroll, though minor delays could be possible. How many episodes will there be in Jujutsu Kaisen season 3? Crunchyroll has yet to confirm the total episode count of the third season, although the rumoured episode count is the 24 episodes, following the 23-episode second season. The show’s official X account has since confirmed that the third season will be split into multiple parts, with Culling Game Arc Part 1 running for 12 episodes in a single cour. Where can I watch Jujutsu Kaisen season 3? Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 will be available to watch in the UK on specialist anime streaming service Crunchyroll. Fans can also catch up on the first season and the prequel film Jujutsu Kaisen 0 on Netflix UK. View oEmbed on the source website What’s the plot of Jujutsu Kaisen? This dark fantasy series takes place in a world in which magic exists and action-packed battles take place between secret sorcerers and supernatural cursed spirits. Young protagonist Yuji Itadori becomes the vessel for the powerful demon Sukuna after eating a cursed finger, and enrols at the Jujutsu High School to train in the ways of a Jujutsu Sorcerer. In the first season, he faces his first major battles against powerful curses, including Cursed Wombs, under tutelage from mentor Satoru Gojo, and alongside Megumi Fushiguro and Nobara Kugisaki. The sophomore season ended with the culmination of the Death Painting Arc. The second season culminated in the devastating pivotal Shibuya Incident arc, with Yuji Itadori crippled by despair after believing he killed multiple people in the devastating night of chaos and battles in the Tokyo district. The third season is adapting the deadly Culling Game arc, with fans enjoying a brutal battle royale-style series, orchestrated by the ancient sorcerer Kenjaku, the parasitic cursed spirit. Watch a clip below from 2025's Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution: View Green Video on the source website Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is available to stream on Crunchyroll now. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will there be Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2?
Including the earliest possible release window.
The first run of the Sentenced to Be a Hero anime has now reached the end of its opening chapter, with episode 12 closing out its season 1 run – leaving fans to immediately wonder if a season 2 is on the cards. After its 60-minute premiere special on 3 January 2026, the series settled into a weekly Thursday schedule from episode 2 onwards, bringing its first season to a close on 26 March. With both the manga and original light novel still going, it’s natural to ask whether there’ll be more of Xylo Forbartz and Teoritta’s brutal dark fantasy world to come. Here is everything we know so far about the potential for a Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2. Will there be Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2? At the time of writing, Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 has not been officially announced. The anime’s official website and news archive do not currently list a second season renewal, so any talk of a follow-up remains speculation for now. Still, that doesn’t necessarily mean the story is over. As many fans of the franchise will know, Rocket Shokai’s original light novel series is already up to volume 8, which means there is source material available for the anime to continue adapting if the production committee decides to move ahead. When could Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 be released? If the series does return, fans probably shouldn’t expect Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 too quickly, with a potential season 2 arriving in 2027 at the very earliest. The anime was originally due to launch in October 2025 before being pushed back to January 2026 in order to improve the overall quality of the production, as previously confirmed by Crunchyroll. That earlier delay suggests the team is willing to take its time with the series, so a 2027 release feels like the absolute earliest a second season might arrive. That is still only an educated guess, rather than an announced release window. What could Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 be about? View oEmbed on the source website Without venturing into spoiler territory after Sentenced to Be a Hero episode 12, a second season would most likely continue Xylo’s grim campaign through a world where becoming a “hero” is less an honour than a punishment. The official story synopsis makes clear that the wider tale still has war, conspiracy, and revenge at its core, so there is plenty left for the adaptation to explore. Without venturing too far into spoiler territory after Sentenced to Be a Hero episode 12, a second season would likely expand the story well beyond the unit’s initial fight for survival. The light novels (their descriptions available through Yen Press, its English publisher) suggest that Xylo and Penal Hero Unit 9004 could soon be drawn into a wider conflict involving hidden enemies, political intrigue and new figures whose loyalties may not be easy to trust. That means Sentenced to Be a Hero season 2 could lean further into war drama as well as dark fantasy, with even more pressure on Xylo and Teoritta as the scale of the threat continues to grow. The Sentenced to Be a Hero anime is available to watch on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
What a fourth season could involve now that the third is at the endpoint.
With Oshi No Ko season 3 wrapping up as of 25 March, with its one-hour special for episode 35, whether there will be a season 4 is surely the next major question on many fans’ minds. Based on the manga by Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari, the anime has become a major modern anime hit – there’s one major difference between this and other series like Frieren, Oshi No Ko’s source material has already finished, with the manga ending in November 2024. With that, it’s easy to wonder naturally, fans are already wondering what comes next for Aqua, Ruby, and the rest of the cast, as we know there are more adventures to be had. Has an Oshi No Ko season 4 been confirmed? At the time of writing, Oshi No Ko has not officially been renewed for season 4. The anime’s official website is currently centred on season 3 news, including its finale, with no fourth season announcement listed just yet. That said, a renewal certainly wouldn’t be a surprise. Season 3 was officially announced in October 2024, and with the manga already complete, the anime team now has a full story to work from. That doesn’t confirm season 4, of course — but it does make the chances feel strong. When could a potential Oshi No Ko season 4 be released? If Oshi No Ko is renewed for season 4, we wouldn’t expect it to arrive especially quickly. The first season aired from April to June 2023, the second aired from July to October 2024, and the third began in January 2026. Based on that pattern, 2027 feels like the absolute earliest a fourth season of Oshi No Ko could arrive — and even that is only speculation for now. A 2028 release wouldn’t be out of the question either, depending on the scale of the adaptation and production schedule. For now, though, that remains educated guesswork until an official announcement is made. What could a potential Oshi No Ko season 4 be about? As for what the potential season could cover, based on where season 3 seems to be ending, season 4 would likely focus on the rest of The 15-Year Lie storyline, with the film about Ai’s life becoming the emotional centre of the story. That would mean more fallout from Ruby being pulled closer to Ai’s role, more tension around Aqua’s revenge plan, and even more pressure on Kana, Akane, and the rest of the cast as the project forces them to confront painful truths from the past. The Movie arc itself is centred on the production of that film, including its casting and filming process, so there’s clearly still a great deal of material left for the anime to adapt. View oEmbed on the source website What’s more, there’s an even bigger reason season 4 could be especially dramatic: the Movie arc is followed by two later manga arcs, The End of the Play and Toward the Stars and Dreams, with the latter serving as the manga’s final arc. In other words, if Oshi No Ko does return, season 4 could well be the season that pushes the anime fully into its endgame, dealing with the fallout of the film and moving the story much closer to its ultimate conclusion. Since the manga itself finished in November 2024, so the full roadmap is already there. Oshi No Ko seasons 1-2 are available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Will there be a Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3?
Season 2 had a considerably shorter run than season 1 - but what's next?
It's been a short run for Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2, with the season coming to an end after just 10 episodes (compared to season 1's 28). The anime, which follows immortal elf mage Frieren on her journey to the resting place of souls, has proven a popular adaptation of the widely-loved manga. So, naturally, fans are looking to the future of the anime - but it looks like they're going to have a long wait ahead of them for any more episodes. Here's everything we know so far about the future of the anime - and whether there will be a season 3. Will there be a Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3? Frieren: Beyond Journey's End has not yet been renewed for season 3 and, if it is, the episodes likely won't be coming any time soon. The manga has been on an indefinite hiatus since October 2025, reportedly due to its creators, Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe focusing on their health. While nothing has been confirmed, it seems unlikely that a season 3 will be announced while this hiatus is ongoing. When could a potential Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 3 be released? If Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is renewed for season 3, we wouldn't expect to see it any earlier than 2028. Even before the manga hiatus, season 2 premiered almost two and a half years after season 1. We'd expect that timeline to continue - and for there to potentially be a delay on top of that too. View oEmbed on the source website What is the plot of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End? The official synopsis for the show reads: "After the party of heroes defeated the Demon King, they restored peace to the land and returned to lives of solitude. Generations pass, and the elven mage Frieren comes face to face with humanity’s mortality. "She takes on a new apprentice and promises to fulfil old friends’ dying wishes. Can an elven mind make peace with the nature of life and death? Frieren embarks on her quest to find out." As for what season 3 could cover? We'll have to wait until new chapters of the manga are released! Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
How to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order
And whether you need to see it all before Steel Ball Run.
Figuring out how to watch JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure in order can feel oddly daunting at first, especially now that Steel Ball Run (the seventh story arc in the franchise) has started on Netflix. Between the changing protagonists, the different subtitles, and the franchise’s habit of reinventing itself every few arcs, it is easy to see why so many viewers end up searching for the right JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure watch order — being sure that nothing important is missed. The good news is that the anime is much less confusing than its reputation suggests. Once you know how the series is organised, the canon order to watch JoJo becomes far clearer — and there is a simple way to tackle it without missing any of the big character moments or the stranger twists along the way. How to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order For anyone wondering what order to watch the JoJo anime in, the cleanest answer is to follow the main parts in release order. The official anime portal lists the franchise across six numbered TV seasons, beginning with Phantom Blood and Battle Tendency in the first season, then moving through Stardust Crusaders, Diamond is Unbreakable, Golden Wind, Stone Ocean, and now Steel Ball Run. That means the canon JoJo order to watch is: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Battle Tendency JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Diamond is Unbreakable JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Do you have to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure in order? To understand and enjoy each separate season of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, you don’t need to watch the show in the exact order before Steel Ball Run, but it does become slightly easier to understand the overarching story if you do. This is because each part of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure has its own central cast, its own setting, and its own immediate conflict going on as part of the plot, which means you can usually follow the basics of an individual arc without having seen every episode beforehand. That is part of what has helped JoJo Bizarre Adventure stay so accessible across different generations of fans. For example, new JoJo anime fans will get more fun out of watching Diamond is Unbreakable if they’ve seen Stardust Crusaders first, due to it partially being a continuation of the stories of Jotaro Kujo and Joseph Joestar — who were the titular ‘JoJo’ protagonists of their respective seasons. That said, Diamond is Unbreakable mainly follows Josuke Higashikata and the narrative surrounding him discovering his Stand and unlocking his powers, so you don’t need to have seen the earlier chapters to get the gist of what’s going on. Do you need to watch the rest of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure before Steel Ball Run? View oEmbed on the source website In the same sense that you don’t need to watch JoJo's Bizarre Adventure to understand Steel Ball Run, you can also skip the rest of the series entirely (if you wish) and still enjoy the new series on Netflix. Along with the fact that Steel Ball Run continues the anime’s trend for each season featuring its own independent story, this new JoJo anime marks the start of the franchise’s soft reboot — after original manga author Hirohiko Araki reset the timeline during the events of Stone Ocean. With that, there’s even less of a requirement than usual to be up to speed on JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure so far before diving into Steel Ball Run. On the other hand, Steel Ball Run is still classed as Part 7 of the anime, and nevertheless presented as the continuation of the wider JoJo saga and the story of the Joestars altogether, even if it is set in an alternative continuity. Even if you’re a newcomer if starts JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure with Steel Ball Run first, checking out the remaining seasons is recommended to get the most enjoyment out of this stellar set of anime seasons. Steel Ball Run: JoJo's Bizarre Adventure episode 1 is available to stream on Netflix now. Sign up for Netflix from £5.99 a month. Netflix is also available on Sky Glass and Virgin Media Stream. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Hell's Paradise season 2 release schedule: When is episode 12 out?
Gabimaru's fight for survival on Shinsenkyo island continues.
Hell’s Paradise finally returned for its second season at the start of 2026, continuing to explore the aftermath of the brutal trials on the isolated island, as Gabimaru and the remaining survivors - along with the executioners - continue their search for the fabled Elixir of Life. The series, from director Kaori Makita and studio MAPPA, follows the assassin and his uneasy alliance with the other convicts as they face an increasingly dangerous Tensen. As the second instalment approaches its conclusion, the story dives deeper into the secrets of the island, including Shinsenkyo’s life energy system - explored through Tensen biology and Tao - and the Elixir itself. Read on for the full breakdown when you can expect to see the remaining episodes of Hell's Paradise season 2. Hell’s Paradise season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Hell’s Paradise season 2 premiered on 11 January 2026, as previously revealed in Crunchyroll’s Winter 2026 anime season lineup announcement last December. Current information suggests the second season will run for 12 episodes in total. Based on that, here is the expected release schedule for the remaining episodes: Episode 1 - Dawn and Confusion - 11 January 2026 (out now) Episode 2 - Reality and Fantasy - 18 January 2026 (out now) Episode 3 - Immutability and Change - 25 January 2026 (out now) Episode 4 - The Samurai Code and Carnage - 1 February 2026 (out now) Episode 5 - Humans and Sages - 8 February 2026 (out now) Episode 6 - Conflict and Growing Together - 15 February 2026 - (out now) Episode 7 - Two People and One Person - 22 February 2026 (out now) Episode 8 - Chrysanthemum and Peach - 1 March 2026 (out now) Episode 9 - Love and Karma - 8 March 2026 (out now) Episode 10 - Master and Student - 15 March 2026 (out now) Episode 11 - TBC - 22 March 2026 (out now) Episode 12 - TBC - 29 March 2026 What time are new Hell’s Paradise season 2 episodes released? As previously confirmed by Crunchyroll, new episodes of Hell’s Paradise season 2 are released at the following times: 7:15am PT 10:15am ET 2:15pm GMT 11:15pm JST How many episodes will there be in Hell’s Paradise season 2? Based on current information, Hell's Paradise season 2 is expected to consist of 12 episodes in total. Where can I watch Hell’s Paradise season 2? Hell’s Paradise season 2 is streaming on Crunchyroll as it airs in Japan. The platform simulcasts the series for viewers in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS regions. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Hell’s Paradise season 2? Hell’s Paradise season 2 continues the anime adaptation of Yuji Kaku’s popular manga, following the infamous shinobi Gabimaru as he searches for the legendary Elixir of Life on a dangerous island in a bid to earn a pardon for his past crimes. The new season adapts the remainder of the Lord Tensen Arc and most of the Hōrai Arc - spanning volumes six to nine of the manga - focusing on the survivors of the first and second landing parties as they infiltrate the city of Hōrai. However, they soon come up against the Lord Tensen - seven immortal, artificial human-plant hybrids capable of regeneration - leading to a series of high-octane battles. As the conflict escalates, the group begins to uncover the island’s true nature and the Tensen’s sinister plan, which involves using humans in the process. Hell’s Paradise is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
One Piece anime confirms exciting cast update ahead of long-awaited return
The countdown to One Piece’s anime return is nearly over, and the sense of anticipation around Elbaph has only continued to grow, especially now that two new casting announcements have been revealed. After months away from screens, the series is set to resume on 5 April in Japan, picking up with one of the manga’s most long-awaited storylines and ushering in the next phase of the Straw Hats' adventure. That comeback already feels like a major event in itself, especially after the franchise confirmed a three-month break from January to March 2026 as part of a broader production shake-up. Now, with the premiere drawing closer, fans have another reason to get excited. View oEmbed on the source website In a post shared by the series’ official X account, One Piece confirmed that Ayane Sakura will voice Gerd, while Ryota Takeuchi will play Road in the upcoming Elbaph arc. In the manga, Gerd and Road aren’t just random new faces for the anime. Both are giants from Elbaph and are tied to the New Giant Warrior Pirates, the crew led by Hajrudin. Gerd serves as the crew’s doctor, while Road is its navigator It’s a smart bit of casting, too, given the experience of both of these voice actors. Many anime fans will already know Sakura for roles including Ochaco Uraraka in My Hero Academia and Fiona Frost in Spy x Family, while Takeuchi is well known for playing Elias Ainsworth in The Ancient Magus’ Bride and Wakatoshi Ushijima in Haikyu!!. View oEmbed on the source website The same announcement also said comments from both performers will be published in Weekly Shonen Jump issue 18, which goes on sale on 30 March. Elbaph has been teased for years in the wider One Piece story, especially since the Egghead Arc ended after episode 1155. With the Straw Hats finally about to visit the home of Dorry and Brogy, who many Netflix fans will have seen for the first time in season 2 of the live-action One Piece show, this new anime season is about to get even more action-packed. One Piece is available to stream on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Oshi No Ko season 3 release schedule: When are new episodes on Crunchyroll?
Oshi No Ko finally returned at the start of 2026, bringing with it the musical exploits of the idol group B-Komachi as they’re about to get their major break in the Japanese entertainment industry. The series, from KADOKAWA and studio Doga Kobo, continues to follow the paths of twins Aqua and Ruby Hoshino - children of the famous idol Ai Hoshino - as they navigate their respective careers. As season 3 continues, the series dives deeper into the darker side of the entertainment world, with new scandals and rivalries threatening to derail the twins' ambitions. Read on for the full remaining schedule of episodes in Oshi No Ko season 3. Oshi No Ko season 3 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Oshi No Ko season 3 premiered on 14 January 2026, as previously announced during the Crunchyroll Showcase panel at New York Comic Con 2025. This is the first time the anime, based on Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari's manga series, will be available on the specialist streaming platform, as the first two seasons were previously only available on HIDIVE as an exclusive. Current information points to the third season running for 11 episodes in total, just like the first season of the anime adaptation. Here’s the full release schedule for Oshi No Ko season 3 so far: Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 1 - Down Bad - 14 January 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 2 - Calculating - 21 January 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 3 - Correctness - 28 January 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 4 - Blind - 4 February 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 5 - Casting - 11 February 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 6 - Idols and Relationships - 18 February 2026 - (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 7 - Breakdown - 25 February 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 8 - Plan - 4 March 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 9 - Greed and Passion - 11 March 2026 (out now) Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 10 - 18 March 2026 Oshi no Ko season 3, episode 11 - 25 March 2026 What time are new Oshi No Ko season 3 episodes released? As confirmed by Crunchyroll in their Winter 2026 anime season lineup, new episodes of Oshi No Ko season 3 are released at the following times: 8am PT 11am ET 3pm GMT 12am JST How many episodes will there be in Oshi No Ko season 3? According to the evidence we’ve found, it seems like season 2 of Oshi No Ko will have 10 episodes in total. While that total hasn't been widely highlighted in the marketing, the Japanese Blu-ray listings currently cover episodes 29 to 38, which points to a 10-episode second season. Where can I watch Oshi No Ko season 3? Oshi No Ko season 3 streams on Crunchyroll as it airs in Japan. The platform simulcasts the new season for premium members in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, India and Southeast Asia. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Oshi No Ko season 3? Oshi No Ko season 3 continues the anime adaptation of Aka Akasaka and Mengo Yokoyari’s popular manga, following twins Aqua and Ruby Hoshino as they navigate Japan’s high-pressure entertainment industry. Six months after the release of the hit single POP IN 2, B-Komachi is enjoying rising fame as an idol group on the verge of a major breakthrough. Meanwhile, Ruby is making waves on the internet variety show Dig Deep! One Chance!! while simultaneously continuing her quest to uncover the truth about Ai and Gorou's deaths. The new season adapts the Scandal Arc – the eighth storyline from the manga – centring on the fallout after paparazzi attention surrounds Kana Arima and a married film director. The controversy threatens to upend the former child star’s career and private life, marking a darker, more turbulent phase for the series. Oshi No Ko is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Invincible season 4 cast: Full list of actors and characters
More brutal action and unpredictable twists await in the fourth chapter of Robert Kirkman's animated series.
Invincible is back! After only a year away from our screens, Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun) is about to be put through another gruelling ordeal in his superhero double-life. The (strictly) adult animated series has gone from strength-to-strength since its belated second season, finding a confident stride in terms of both storytelling and release pattern. Likewise, Mark himself has become a more competent and formidable hero before our eyes, having been forced to step up to the plate earlier than expected following the stunning betrayal of his father, Omni-Man (JK Simmons). Based on the comic books by The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman, Invincible has never failed to attract A-list talent to its cast – and season 4 is no exception! Lee Pace (Foundation), Danai Gurira (Black Panther) and Matthew Rhys (The Beast in Me) are making their series debuts, alongside a long list of returning favourites. If you're as excited as we are, read on to find out more about the Invincible season 4 cast. Invincible seasons 1-4 cast and characters You can find a brief guide to the Invincible cast below – and scroll on for more detailed profiles on each character and actor, including where you might have seen them before. Steven Yeun as Mark Grayson/Invincible Sandra Oh as Debbie Grayson JK Simmons as Nolan Grayson/Omni-Man Lee Pace as Thragg Danai Gurira as Universa Matthew Rhys as Dinosaurus Gillian Jacobs as Eve Wilkins/Atom Eve Andrew Rannells as William Clockwell Walton Goggins as Cecil Stedman Chris Diamantopoulos as Donald Ferguson Ross Farquand as The Immortal, Rudy Connors Jason Mantzoukas as Rex Splode Grey Griffin as Shrinking Rae Jay Pharoah as Bulletproof Ben Schwartz as The Shapesmith Kevin Michael Richardson as The Mauler Twins Mark Hamill as Art Rosenbaum Seth Rogen as Allen the Alien Clancy Brown as Damien Darkblood Sterling K Brown as Angstrom Levy Mahershala Ali as Titan Michael Dorn as Battle Beast Aaron Paul as Powerplex Simu Liu as Multi-Paul Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Conquest Jonathan Banks as Brit Kate Mara as Becky Duvall Xolo Maridueña as Fightmaster & Dropkick John DiMaggio as The Elephant Tzi Ma as Mr Liu Doug Bradley as The Technicians Christian Convery as Oliver Grayson View Affiliate Playlist on the source website Steven Yeun voices Mark Grayson / Invincible Who is Mark Grayson? Mark is of course, the titular Invincible himself, the 17-year-old son of Debbie and Nolan Grayson who has been grappling not only with how to become a superhero but also the shocking revelation of the truth of his father's presence of Earth in the season 1 finale. The synopsis for Invincible season 4 teases that Mark will have been "changed" by the events of the previous run, which ended in catastrophe, fuelling him to once again stand up and fight "to protect his home and the people he loves". Where have I seen Steven Yeun before? You probably known Yeun for his role as delivery boy Glenn Rhee in The Walking Dead, before going on to independent film fare like Burning, Okja, Sorry to Bother You and Minari, for which he was Academy Award-nominated. More recently, he faced off against Ali Wong in hit revenge thriller Beef (which earned both actors Emmys for their electric performances), before teaming up with legendary director Bong Joon-ho for Mickey 17. Earlier this year, he joined Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in Netflix original film The Rip. Lee Pace voices Thragg Who is Thragg? Thragg holds the title of Grand Regent of the Viltrum Empire. What else has Lee Pace been in? Pace currently plays a leading role on Apple TV's visually dazzling sci-fi series Foundation, which is based on the novels by Isaac Asimov. He'd previously ventured out into deep space for Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy and Captain Marvel, where he played menacing villain Ronan the Accuser. Pace's other noteworthy credits include The Hobbit trilogy, tech drama Halt and Catch Fire, plus cult favourite comedy Pushing Daisies. Danai Gurira voices Universa Who is Universa? An extraterrestrial threat who, by the looks of the first-look image above, will come to blows against Atom Eve. What else has Danai Gurira been in? Gurira's two most iconic roles are that of Michonne in The Walking Dead, which she recently reprised for miniseries The Ones Who Live, and Wakandan soldier Okoye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Coming up, she'll be seen in heist film The Thomas Crown Affair (directed by recent Oscar winner Michael B Jordan) as well as Apple TV's adaptation of the Matchbox toy brand. Matthew Rhys voices Dinosaurus AKA David Anders Who is Dinosaurus? Dinosaurus is the alter-ego of David Anders, who can transform into a prehistoric beast at will. What else has Matthew Rhys been in? Rhys is probably best known for his acclaimed Cold War thriller The Americans, where he co-starred with Keri Russell, whom he later married in real-life. Previously, the actor had been known to viewers from US family drama Brothers & Sisters. More recently, he took on the title role for HBO's Perry Mason reimagining, before stepping into a sinister light for Netflix miniseries The Beast in Me, where he played a man accused of murdering his wife. He also appeared in BBC One's recent Agatha Christie adaptation Towards Zero. Sandra Oh voices Debbie Grayson Who is Debbie Grayson? Debbie is Mark's mother who was one of the only people in the world to know the double life of her husband, keeping his identity a secret alongside becoming a successful and experienced real estate agent. In season 2, we saw the long-term damage that Nolan's betrayal left on the Grayson family, with Debbie reluctantly joining a superhero support group – only to discover Nolan is responsible for most of the grieving individuals' pain there. To make matters worse, it seemed as though Mark is pulling away from her, leaving Debbie feeling very lonely. Where have I seen Sandra Oh before? If you're a Grey's Anatomy fan, you'll immediately recognize Oh as Dr. Cristina Yang, or potentially as Eve Polastri from BBC's Killing Eve. She's also a well-versed voice actor, lending her vocals to the likes of American Dragon@ Jake Long, The Proud Family, Phineas and Ferb, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power amongst many others. JK Simmons voices Nolan Grayson / Omni-Man Who is Nolan Grayson? Nolan is, or rather was, Invincible's equivalent of Superman as the archetypal hero of the world and member of the Guardians of the Globe... until he savagely murdered all of them, turned on Earth and was narrowly beaten by his own son, leaving him to flee his position as the installed Earth-based Viltrumite. Since then, he started up another family on the planet of Thraxa, giving Mark an unexpected half-brother in the form of Oliver Grayson. Where have I seen JK Simmons before? Everyone knows J.K. Simmons from something - Sam Raimi's Spider-Man trilogy, Juno, La La Land, Jennifer's Body, Burn After Reading, Law & Order, Counterpart, the list goes on and on. He's one of the best genre and character actors currently working. Gillian Jacobs voices Eve Wilkins / Atom Eve Who is Atom Eve? Also known by her human name as Samantha 'Eve' Wilkins, Atom Eve is one of Invincible's fellow teenaged superheroes and also one of his class-and-university mates. Eve is actually one of the show's most superpowered beings, with the ability to rearrange the molecules of anything into anything else – it's a little confusing to explain, but in practice, it makes total sense. In season 2, we see that just like Mark, she's still struggling to get used to the life of a superhero, as she fights with her parents and also engages in a reckless battle with a B-tier supervillain on a bridge, leading to a near-fatal accident involving civilians. In the comics, Eve becomes a very important character for Mark as he gets older, so it'll be interesting to see how much the show follows the same path. Where have I seen Gillian Jacobs before? Most people were likely introduced to Jacobs through Community, where she played eternal buzzkill Britta Perry - she's also had turns in the likes of Netflix's Love as Mickey Dobbs as well as Mimi-Rose Howard in HBO's Girls. Recently, she's appeared in the likes of Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, The Bear and Transatlantic. Jeffrey Dean Morgan voices Conquest Who is Conquest? Introduced in season 2 episode 7, Conquest is an iconic comic book villain, a grizzled war veteran of the Viltrumite empire who faces up to Mark. Where have I seen Jeffrey Dean Morgan before? Jeffrey Dean Morgan is best known for playing Negan in The Walking Dead. He's also appeared in Supernatural, Grey's Anatomy and The Boys. Andrew Rannells voices William Clockwell Who is William Clockwell? William is Mark's 'guy in the chair', to borrow a phrase from the MCU's Ned Leeds. He's Mark's best friend and also one of the only people in the world to know his double life as the crime-fighting Invincible. He's also aware of the real truth behind what happened with Nolan around the time that Omni-Man went rogue, whereas most of the world believed that Nolan perished in an accident caused by Omni-Man's destruction around that time. Where have I seen Andrew Rannells before? Rannells is an acclaimed stage actor, best known for his role of Elder Kevin Price in Trey Parker and Matt Stone's The Book of Mormon opposite Josh Gad. He's also appeared in the likes of Hairspray, Jersey Boys, Hedwig and the Angry Itch and Hamilton, and most recently can be seen reuniting with Gad in Gutenberg: The Musical. His other non-stage work includes voicing Matthew MacDell on Netflix's Big Mouth, Veneer in Trolls: Band Together and a lot of English anime dubs. Walton Goggins voices Cecil Stedman Who is Cecil Stedman? Cecil heads the GDA - better known as the Global Defence Agency – which is essentially Invincible's version of SHIELD. It's a secret organisation that oversees all of the superheroes in the world, providing them with advanced tech, intel and assistance on intergalactic operations. Their number one was Omni-Man – now, Mark will have to do. Where have I seen Walton Goggins before? While Goggins's early career includes stints in The Next Karate Kid, Joy Ride, and House of 1000 Corpses, he really rose to fame as Detective Shane Vendrell on The Shield. He followed that up with the villainous Boyd Crowder on Justified as well as comedic heel-turns in Vice Principals and The Righteous Gemstones, both opposite Danny McBride. He also played a minor villain in Marvel's Ant-Man and the Wasp in 2018. More recently, Goggins's star has ascended even higher following an acclaimed turn opposite Aimee Lou Wood in The White Lotus season 3, and a transformative appearance as post-apocalyptic bounty hunter The Ghoul in Prime Video's Fallout. Ross Marquand voices The Immortal and Rudy Connors Who is The Immortal? The clue being in the name, The Immortal is an ancient superhero who is unable to be killed unless he is decapitated. He has a rich and vibrant personal history, having through a number of significant historical events including the Crusades, and supposedly became Abraham Lincoln at one point before going on to form the Guardians of the Globe. The Immortal in season 2 has become the new Guardians' leader, having been resurrected by Cecil after Robot's inability to lead the team functionally. He has a clear distrust of Invincible due to him being Nolan's son, which may lead to some unfriendly sparring down the line. Who is Rudy Connors? Rudy Connors is the human host of the hero known as 'Robot' - for a long time, he was a pretty mutated boy kept alive via an advanced healing tank, leading to the necessity of Robot to experience the world. However, after pinching a sample of Rex Splode's DNA and recruiting the help of the Mauler Twins, Robot was able to clone himself a human body, leading to none other than Rudy Connors. In Season 2, it's clear that Rudy has spent so much time in Robot form that he's still getting used to how to be human - handling emotions, asking out the likes of Monster Girl on a date. Comics fans will know that Rudy and Robot play a huge role in Invincible's future, so for now, keep a close eye on him. Where have I seen Ross Marquand before? Similar to Rhee, Marquand had his big outing first in The Walking Dead as Aaron. Since then, he's landed voice work on the strength of his vast array of impressions, including portraying Red Skull in Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame (taking over the role from Hugo Weaving). Jason Mantzoukas voices Rex Splode Who is Rex Splode? The most hot-headed of the Guardians of the Globe in more ways than one, teenaged Rex Splode has the ability to turn anything into an explosive device at the touch of his fingertips. More often than not, he seems to explode his interpersonal relationships than anything else though, as evidenced through his tumultuous relationship with Dupli-Kate. Where have I seen Jason Mantzoukas before? Another classic character actor, Mantzoukas has popped up in Parks and Recreation, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and The Good Place, alongside film roles in John Wick: Chapter 3, The Dictator and Sleeping with Other People. He's also a fantastic voice actor, lending his dulcet tones to the likes of Big Mouth, Star Trek: Prodigy and adult animated series Close Enough. If all of that wasn't enough, he's also the co-host of popular film podcast How Did This Get Made?. Malese Jow voices Dupli-Kate Who is Dupli-Kate? No prizes for guessing what Dupli-Kate's power is. Like the rest of the current Guardians of the Globe, Kate was a part of the Teen Team before having to step up due to Omni-Man's actions to the big leagues. While she was at one point dating Rex Splode, she seems to have moved onto greater pastures – that being, The Immortal. Where have I seen Malese Jow before? Jow got her start on Nickeledeon, appearing in shows like Unfabulous as Geena Fabiano as well as Big Time Rush. However, she also appeared in more adult fare including The Vampire Diaries as Annabelle 'Anna' Zhu and turns in other genre fare like The Flash. Jay Pharoah voices Bulletproof Who is Bulletproof? Bulletproof is... well, he's bulletproof. Literally. He's a newcomer to the Guardians of the Globe, having been invited to join by none other than head of the GDA himself, Cecil Stedman. Bulletproof joined the Invincible party from season 2, and has since become an established fixture. Where have I seen Jay Pharoah before? If you're a fan of Saturday Night Live, you'll definitely recognise Pharoah. Having been enlisted as a performer on SNL between 2010 and 2016, he was cited as No. 55 on Rolling Stone's greatest SNL cast members. He's had roles in animated films Sing and The Mitchells vs. The Machines, plus horror satire The Blackening and psychological thriller Unsane (directed by prolific filmmaker Steven Soderbergh). Ben Schwartz voices The Shapesmith Who is The Shapesmith? Continuing the narrative thread of the failed Mars mission in season 1, The Shapesmith is the identity formed by the Martian who assumed astronaut Rus Livingston's persona upon the rocket's return back to Earth. Where have I seen Ben Schwartz before? Schwartz is an acclaimed voice actor, known for his work as Dewey in the Ducktales reboot, Sonic the Hedgehog in Paramount's film franchise, plus DC League of Super-Pets and Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie. However, you probably know him best as the scene-stealing Jean-Ralphio Saperstein in Parks and Recreation. Kevin Michael Richardson voices The Mauler Twins Who are The Mauler Twins? The Mauler Twins are probably the most recurring villain in the show after Omni-Man. The rowdy blue scientists who constantly accuse the other of being a clone have been instrumental to the plot of Invincible seasons 1 and 2 so far, firstly for the creation of Rudy Connors, then for turning Angstrom Levy into a monstrously intelligent (and horrific-looking) being, with psychosis as a mild side effect. While it seemed that who was the clone and who wasn't was finally over, after burn marks were left on of their faces, we went back to square one after the clone murdered his original maker. We'll likely see the Mauler Twins again very soon. Where have I seen Kevin Michael Richardson before? While you likely haven't seen Kevin Michael Richardson before, you've definitely heard him. He's lent his voice to Lilo and Stitch, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Family Guy, American Dad, The Cleveland Show, The Simpsons, Futurama, Teen Titans, Ratchet & Clank, The Batman to name just a few. Aaron Paul voices Powerplex Who is Powerplex? Powerplex is a super-powered villain first encountered by Invincible in season 3. What else has Aaron Paul been in? Paul became famous around the world for his performance in crime drama Breaking Bad. He went on to reprise his role of Jesse Pinkman in sequel film El Camino and prequel series Better Call Saul. Paul went on to voice loveable misfit Todd in Bojack Horseman and, in 2023, starred in Black Mirror season 6 episode Beyond the Sea. More recently, he's entered another super-powered world by taking the lead role in hit video game Dispatch. Simu Liu voices Multi-Paul Who is Multi-Paul? Multi-Paul is the brother of Dupli-Kate, who shares the same power set as her – that being the ability to spawn copies of themselves. However, Paul went down a villainous path in life rather than becoming a superhero like his sister. What else has Simu Liu been in? Liu is probably best known for his leading role in Marvel Studios blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. He also starred in Canadian sitcom Kim's Convenience and had a supporting role in 2023's hit film Barbie as one of the film's numerous Kens. Christian Convery as Oliver Grayson Who is Oliver Grayson? Oliver is the son of Omni-Man and Andressa, Empress of Thraxa, which also makes him Mark's half-brother. What else has Christian Convery been in? Convery rose to fame on Netflix's young adult fantasy drama Sweet Tooth. He also played a supporting role in anarchic 2023 action-comedy Cocaine Bear. Mark Hamill voices Art Rosenbaum Who is Art Rosenbaum? Art is the superhero tailor, having designed costumes for both Omni-Man and of course, Invincible. He is one of the few friends that many of the superheroes have, due to the length of time he spends with them designing their costumes to be just right for their specific abilities. He's instrumental in helping Debbie to uncover the truth behind what Nolan was up to, and as a result, he's just as lonely as Debbie was, having betrayed one of his closest friends in the process for the greater good. Where have I seen Mark Hamill before? I mean, apart from Star Wars? And The Joker across most non live-action Batman projects? Or Lord Ozai in Avatar: The Last Airbender? Or Skips from Regular Show? Really, it's easier to tell you the geeky projects Mark Hamill isn't involved in at this point. Clancy Brown voices Damien Darkblood Who is Damien Darkblood? Damien was the private detective hired by Cecil to tail and uncover the truth behind Omni-Man's strange behaviour throughout season 1. He also happens to be a demon who escaped from hell and for some reason, chose to take up P.I. work as his new-found career. Unfortunately, he picked up the wrong case in the form of tailing Nolan, as it led to Cecil banishing him back to Hell in order to avoid revealing Nolan's truth too early. Perhaps that was a mistake. Where have I seen Clancy Brown before? You probably know Clancy Brown from The Boys spin-off Gen Z as Professor Brink, or perhaps in Dexter: New Blood as Kurt Caldwell. While you might recognise Brown for his live-action work, you've definitely heard his voice performances: he's Mr. Krabs from Spongebob Squarepants, among many other roles. Sterling K Brown voices Angstrom Levy Who is Angstrom Levy? Angstrom Levy is a scientist with a bit too much ego and not enough restraint. Coming from a dimension in which Mark did join his father and take over Earth, Angstrom is their only savior - his power to open portals to other dimensions allows him to accumulate knowledge on how other dimensions were able to defeat Mark and Nolan so that he may be able to return to his own dimension and save the day. However, how does one hold all of that knowledge? Well, the Mauler Twins concocted a botched operation to supplant all the versions of Angstrom's self into his mind - however, Invincible arrives, quickly gets the wrong end of the stick, and annihilates the machine. That's Angstrom Levy in the ground, right? Oh no. Instead, he's the literal definition of 'Big Brain' - and now bloodthirsty for revenge. Where have I seen Sterling K Brown before? Multi-Emmy winner for his work on The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story and This Is Us, Brown is one of the most versatile American actors currently working in television. He currently stars in Hulu/Disney+ thriller Paradise. In addition to his many TV credits, he's appeared in high-profile films such as The Predator, Waves, Frozen II, American Fiction, and Black Panther. Jonathan Banks voices Brit Who is Brit? Brit is a veteran superhero introduced in Invincible season 3. What else has Jonathan Banks been in? Banks is best known for playing Mike Ehrmantraut in Breaking Bad, its sequel film El Camino and its prequel series Better Call Saul. He also had a regular role in the fifth season of cult sitcom Community. Invincible seasons 1-3 are available to stream on Prime Video now. Sign up for Amazon Prime for £8.99 a month. 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Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 release schedule – when are new episodes out?
Including the exact number of episodes expected to drop, and where to watch them.
Frieren: Beyond Journey's End finally returned at the start of 2026, bringing one of anime's most beloved fantasy stories back to screens after a long wait. The award-winning series continues to follow the elf mage Frieren, who set out on a new journey after the death of her former hero companion Himmel, slowly coming to understand human life, grief and connection in ways she never did during her original quest. As season 2 picks up, Frieren, Fern and Stark continue north towards Ende. While this next chapter is shorter than the first season, there's still plenty more magic, heartbreak and brilliant storytelling to come. With that, here is the full episodic release schedule of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 and when you can watch each episode. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 release schedule: When are new episodes out? New episodes of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 are released on Crunchyroll at 3pm on Fridays in the UK and 7am PT. From its season premiere on 16 January 2026, the current release schedule is as follows: Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 1 – 16 January 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 2 – 23 January 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 3 – 30 January 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 4 – 6 February 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 5 – 13 February 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 6 – 27 February 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 7 – 6 March 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 8 – 13 March 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 9 – 20 March 2026 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episode 10 – 27 March 2026 There was no new episode on 20 February 2026, with season 2 taking a brief one-week break before returning on 27 February. What time are new Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 episodes released? As confirmed by Crunchyroll, new episodes of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 are released at the following times: 7am PT 10am ET 3pm GMT 11pm JST How many episodes will there be in Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2? According to the evidence we’ve found, it seems like season 2 of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End will have 10 episodes in total. While that total hasn't been widely highlighted in the marketing, the Japanese Blu-ray listings currently cover episodes 29 to 38, which points to a 10-episode second season. Where can I watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2? Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2 streams on Crunchyroll as it airs in Japan. The platform confirmed it would simulcast the new season from January 2026. What's the plot of Frieren: Beyond Journey's End season 2? View oEmbed on the source website Season 2 continues Frieren's long journey north alongside Fern and Stark as they head towards Ende, the resting place where Frieren hopes to speak to Himmel once again. As ever, the story blends the typical whimsical fantasy adventure you’d expect from the genre, but with more reflective themes, exploring memories, the meaning of mortality and how delicate the passing of time is through Frieren's centuries-long perspective. The latest episodes have now moved into the Divine Revolte Arc, raising the stakes as the party presses onwards. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
Fire Force season 3 release schedule: When are new episodes out?
Final Force's final episodes are nearly all out.
The rest of Fire Force season 3 is finally here, with the final episodes of the hit anime's final clash on their way. Five years after Fire Force season 2, season 3 has continued to follow protagonist Shinra Kusakabe and Special Fire Force Company 8. Previously, Shinra and the rest of Company 8 returned to the surface and sought to unite the Fire Force and the military to defeat The Evangelist. In the first cour of season 3, that conflict escalated sharply, with Company 8 pushed closer to open war as the story moved deeper into its final arc. Now, with the final season underway and the endgame in sight, fans are waiting to see how Shinra and Company 8’s battle will end. Read on for the full remaining schedule of episodes in Cour 2 of Fire Force season 3. Fire Force season 3 release schedule: When are new episodes out? Fire Force season 3 premiered on 4th April 2025, as previously announced via IGN’s Fan Fest Showcase, with the first cour running for 12 episodes. The second cour then returned on 9th January 2026, with new episodes airing weekly on Fridays. Current official information points to the final season running for 25 episodes in total, with the first half covering episodes 1 to 12 and the second half covering episodes 13 to 25. Here’s the full release schedule for Fire Force season 3 so far: Fire Force season 3 episode 1 – 4th April 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 2 – 11th April 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 3 – 18th April 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 4 – 25th April 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 5 – 2nd May 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 6 – 9th May 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 7 – 16th May 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 8 – 23rd May 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 9 – 30th May 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 10 – 6th June 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 11 – 13th June 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 12 – 20th June 2025 Fire Force season 3 episode 13 – 9th January 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 14 – 16th January 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 15 – 23rd January 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 16 – 30th January 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 17 – 6th February 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 18 – 13th February 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 19 – 20th February 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 20 – 27th February 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 21 – 6th March 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 22 – 13th March 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 23 – 20th March 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 24 – 27th March 2026 Fire Force season 3 episode 25 – 3rd April 2026 The final four dates follow the show’s current weekly Friday rollout. How many episodes will there be in Fire Force season 3? Fire Force season 3 is set to run for 25 episodes in total. That makes it slightly longer than the anime’s previous seasons, which each ran for 24 episodes, and gives the final chapter a bit more room to bring Shinra and Company 8’s story to a close. Official packaging for the season, on the Fire Force anime's official website, splits the run into an upper volume and lower volume, aligning with episodes 1 to 12 and 13 to 25. Where can I watch Fire Force season 3? For international viewers, Fire Force season 3 is streaming on Crunchyroll, which announced the return of cour 2 for January 2026. This means you cannot watch Fire Force season 3 anywhere else, like other popular platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime, etc. In Japan, the official anime website states that the latest episodes are available on Netflix after broadcast. View oEmbed on the source website What's the plot of Fire Force season 3? Fire Force season 3 is the final season, so there’s more than a little pressure from fans for the hit anime series to stick the landing. The official synopsis teases the beginning of the final battle, with Shinra and the other Special Fire Force members moving closer to the truth behind the world’s mysteries after the fierce clashes over the Pillars and the Nether investigation. With all Special Fire Force companies now united in their efforts to stop the Great Cataclysm, the stage is set for Company 8’s biggest battle yet. That means viewers should expect major twists, escalating stakes, and a full-speed run towards the anime’s endgame. Fire Force is available to watch now on Crunchyroll. Check out more of our Fantasy coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what’s on. For more from the biggest stars in TV, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.