The highly anticipated new season of the hit anime series, ‘One-Punch Man’ Season 3, officially begins its global streaming premiere today, October 12, 2025. Fans worldwide can finally dive back into the adventures of Saitama, the overpowered hero who can defeat any foe with a single punch, as the series tackles the intense Monster Association arc.
This significant news marks the return of the acclaimed anime after a six-year hiatus since its second season aired in 2019. The latest installment promises to elevate the stakes, delving into one of the manga’s most action-packed and pivotal story arcs.
A Global Streaming Blitz
VIZ Media, a key distributor for the franchise, has orchestrated a widespread streaming release, ensuring fans across the globe can access ‘One-Punch Man’ Season 3. In the United States, the season is available on Hulu, while Canadian viewers can tune in via Disney+. For audiences in Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand, Netflix will be carrying the series. Complementing this broad distribution, Crunchyroll will also stream the new season in Latin America and Oceania. Viewers in India can catch the premiere on Sony YAY, with potential dubs in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Other international platforms like Bilibili, Catchplay, Sony Yay, and Vidio will also host the series in Europe and Asia.
The Monster Association Arc Beckons
Season 3 is set to adapt the critical Monster Association arc from the original manga, created by ONE and illustrated by Yusuke Murata. This storyline sees the Hero Association’s S-Class heroes unite for a high-stakes mission to rescue a hostage taken by the formidable Monster Association. The narrative also heavily features Garou, the self-proclaimed “human monster,” who awakens within the Monster Association’s hideout after his previous encounters with heroes. The arc is renowned for its intense battles, deep character development, and the complex interplay between humanity and monstrosity.
Production and Cast
The TV anime adaptation is being produced by J.C.STAFF, with Shinpei Nagai directing and Tomohiro Suzuki handling series composition. Fans will be thrilled to hear that voice actors Makoto Furukawa and Kaito Ishikawa are reprising their iconic roles as Saitama and Genos, respectively.
It’s worth noting that the first episode, premiering today, serves as a recap special, summarizing key events and characters from Season 2 to help viewers get up to speed. The true continuation of the Monster Association storyline officially kicks off with episode 2, scheduled for release on October 19. The season is expected to consist of 12 episodes, with new installments airing weekly every Sunday, concluding by the end of December.
The extensive global distribution and the dive into a fan-favorite arc signal a strong commitment to delivering a compelling release for “One-Punch Man” Season 3, aiming to recapture the magic that made the series a global phenomenon. The franchise’s manga has achieved remarkable success, with over 35 million copies in circulation worldwide.
