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Alice in Borderland Season 3 Drops on Netflix With Original Joker-Stage Arc

The six-episode run charts a manga-free chapter led by returning filmmaker Shinsuke Sato.

Overview

  • All six episodes are now streaming worldwide on September 25, 2025, with the U.S. launch at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT in a full-season binge format.
  • Season 3 consists of six episodes, two fewer than the eight-episode first and second seasons.
  • Netflix’s official premise follows Arisu returning to the Borderland to rescue an abducted Usagi and confront the yet-unseen Joker stage.
  • Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya reprise their roles, with Sato back to helm and co-write alongside an expanded ensemble introduced at Tokyo launch events.
  • The series remains a flagship for Netflix’s Japanese slate after Season 2 amassed 200+ million viewing hours; a fourth season has not been announced, though creators and cast have voiced interest.