Jujutsu Kaisen season 3: release date speculation, trailer, and everything we know so far
The wait for a positive Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 update goes on. This year's Anime Expo came and went and, though the hit anime had a presence at the convention, we didn't receive word of a release date.
That's especially disappointing because, given how the Shibuya Incident went down, we'd expect plenty more action and mayhem from the Culling Games arc and its upcoming battle royale.
So, what can you expect from Jujutsu Kaisen season 3? Whether you're a newcomer or well-versed in the source material, we're here to guide you through the essentials and other confirmed news surrounding the shonen anime (AKA, one of the best anime series ever made), including confirmation of a compilation film. On top of that, we've got our very own release date speculation, a look at the very first teaser trailer, new quotes from voice actors, and a glance ahead to which manga chapters it could adapt. There's also the latest on the new anime coming in the next 12 months, including Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie trilogy and One-Punch Man season 3.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 was announced after the culmination of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, also known as the Shibuya Incident arc – which aired from July 2023 to December 2023. Given the scope of the next Culling Game story arc, expect a similarly sized season and, unfortunately, a similar wait to the gap between seasons one and two (around two years).
The first teaser appears to be early sketch work and a release window hasn't been announced, which usually doesn't bode well for any hopes of it releasing anytime soon.
Expect 2026 to be the earliest release window for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, especially now that the Hidden Inventory/Premature Death compilation movie was released in May and, since then, we've heard nary a peep from major industry events such as Jump Festa, AnimeJapan, and Anime Expo. The latter event did include storyboards, but the absence of a teaser suggests that animation studio MAPPA still has a way to go for work to be complete.
Given that MAPPA is currently working on September's Chainsaw Man movie, spring or fall 2026 may even be more realistic. It's certainly what fans think, anyway. That means that there is plenty of time for a re-watch of the entire series. Check out our in-depth breakdown on how to watch Jujutsu Kaisen in order, if you fancy a refresher.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 will follow on from the Shibuya Incident, which saw 'Geto' and Mahito attempt to seal away Gojo for good.
Unfortunately for them, it didn't quite go to plan. As a veil envelops Shibuya, the likes of Yuji and Megumi helping turn the tide against the villains. Choso, the third Death Painting sibling, tried to seek revenge against Yuji, but stopped short of killing his foe after seeing visions of his brother – and Yuji.
The Shibuya Incident wasn't without some casualties, however: Nanami is killed by Mahito, while Nobara is seriously wounded and presumed dead.
The end of the Shibuya Arc saw 'Geto'/Kenjaku awaken several non-sorcerers (those who had ingested cursed objects or had latent abilities of their own, including a certain Tsumiki Fushiguro). That's all part of a plan to have sorcerers and non-sorcerers kill each other. Later, Gojo is exiled from Jujutsu society, with Yuji being sentenced to death – and swordsman Yuta (who you may remember from the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie) named as his executioner.
What's next? Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is all set to adapt the Culling Game arc of the manga (chapters 159-221), but before that, there are a few briefer story arcs to cover.
Itadori's Extermination (chapters 137-143) kicked off at the tail-end of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, and its story is self-evident: it'll hinge on the death – or attempted execution, anyway – of Yuji. Then, season 3 will likely move on to the Perfect Preparation arc (chapters 144-158), which will see our band of sorcerers prepare for the Culling Game – a tournament arc-of-sorts that acts as a mega Jujutsu battle royale. Fun times ahead!
Seeing as how season 2 covered around 70 chapters and season 3 will aim for 80+, we expect some things to be cut for time so we get a 23 or 24-episode season.
As ever, expect brilliant animation alongside its plot. As Yuji voice actor Junya Enoki said at Anime Expo, "I started recording already, and I can tell you, the battle scenes are on a whole different level. I would be excited about that if I were you."
The first Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 trailer is very brief, clocking in at only 20 seconds long and serving only to announce that the Culling Game arc will be adapted.
It may not be a lot, but at least the short clip shows some of Jujutsu's key players in sketch form – including 'Geto' and Yuji. Watch it for yourself above. A new key visual was also released as part of Jump Festa 2025. It doesn't tease much, but does show Yuji and his bloodied hand.
There is no confirmation yet, though we expect Yuji (Junya Enoki) and Megumi (Yuma Uchida) to return alongside Gojo (Yuichi Nakamura).
Takahiro Sakurai will likely reprise his role as Geto/Kenjaku, while we also expect to hear more from Yuta (Megumi Ogata) and Megumi's step-brother Tsumiki (Saori Hayami)
Nobara and Nanami, given their deaths (or presumed deaths, in one case), will likely only appear in flashbacks – if at all. Keep your eyes on this page as more details come our way!
All episodes from the first two seasons of Jujutsu Kaisen are available to watch on Crunchyroll, as is the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie. A compilation movie, titled Hidden Inventory/Premature Death, brings together season 2's batch of prequel episodes and hits Japanese cinemas this May.
Crunchyroll is also packed with quality content, from anime staples like One Piece to newer additions like Blue Lock. If you need any recommendations on what to watch while we wait for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, we have plenty of watch order guides for you to check out. So, to help avoid any anime-shaped headaches, read our break-downs on how to watch Demon Slayer in order and how to watch Neon Genesis Evangelion in order.
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