One-Punch Man Season 3 Sets Oct. 5 Japan Return With Recap Opener and Split Streaming Plan
A recap-labeled opener leaves viewers unsure whether the story truly begins on Oct. 5.
Overview
- Broadcast in Japan is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 5 at 23:45 JST, with overseas streams typically arriving within one to two hours.
- Hulu carries the series in the U.S., Crunchyroll streams it in the U.K., Europe and many regions, and Disney+ will host it in select markets.
- The official site designates episode 1 as a Season 2 recap, and some coverage suggests the narrative premiere may land on Oct. 12.
- Viz Media holds distribution rights across North America, Latin America and Oceania, guiding the region-by-region rollout.
- Director Shimpei Nagai has asked fans to temper expectations, and some reports point to a 12-episode season.