One Punch Man Season 3 Premieres: Every Punch, Every Hero, Every Shock
After a six-year wait, One-Punch Man Season 3 has finally arrived. The third season premiered on October 12 2025, following a recap special on October 5.
What's New in Season 3?
This season dives into the much-anticipated Monster Association Arc, tackling the showdown between the Hero Association and the monster faction. The production is handled by J.C. Staff, with new director Shinpei Nagai at the helm.
The opening theme “Get No Satisfied!” is performed by JAM Project featuring BABYMETAL.
Where & How to Watch
In the U.S.: Stream on Hulu.
In Canada: Available via Disney+.
Europe / Middle East / Latin America / Oceania: Streaming via Crunchyroll in some regions; Netflix obtains rights in others.
Reception & Notes from Fans
Early responses are mostly positive—many fans are excited to finally see this arc animated. TechRadar reported that the new season “holds strong appeal” with returning characters and escalated stakes.
However, animation quality is already drawing scrutiny. Some scenes were criticized for feeling “static” or less fluid than fans expected, especially given the franchise's high bar from its first season.
What to Expect Going Forward
Storywise: Expect deeper dives into the Monster Association villains, plus major hero battles and character shifts.
Schedule: New episodes are released weekly. Episode 2 is set for October 19 2025 at about 11:45 a.m. ET in the U.S. on Hulu.
Platform-watch: If you're outside the U.S., double-check regional streaming rights to ensure you're on the correct service.
Final Thoughts
Season 3 of One-Punch Man arrives with strong promise, delivering the arc fans have waited years for while being adaptable to modern anime trends. Even with some concerns about animation execution, it's worth watching—especially if you've been following Saitama, Genos, and the heroes-vs-monsters saga from the beginning.
