Yes, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 is officially confirmed and is set to premiere in January 2026. The announcement was made during the anime’s fifth-anniversary livestream, finally giving fans the concrete release window they’ve been desperate for. Studio MAPPA will continue the adaptation, diving headfirst into the highly anticipated “Culling Game” arc.
The wait is finally over, isn’t it? After countless hours spent theorizing and re-reading the manga, the confirmation feels like a massive Cursed Energy release. MAPPA dropped the news, and the entire anime world felt the shockwave. The Shibuya Incident was devastating, but what comes next is a completely different kind of chaos. Let’s dive into everything we know about the deadliest game in Jujutsu history.
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3’s Official Release Date
Mark your calendars. MAPPA has locked in January 2026 as the premiere window for the third season, which will adapt the Culling Game arc. While a specific day hasn’t been announced yet, it will be part of the Winter 2026 anime season. Crunchyroll has also confirmed they will be streaming the series as it airs in Japan.
Watch the First Official Culling Game Trailer
A teaser trailer for the new season was unveiled during the anniversary livestream, giving us our first animated glimpse into the Culling Game. It sets a grim, action-packed tone, showcasing the new reality our favorite sorcerers are being thrown into. The visuals promise that MAPPA is bringing the same high-level quality we saw in the Shibuya arc to this next brutal chapter.
What is the Culling Game Arc About?
Following the chaos of the Shibuya Incident, Kenjaku unleashes his master plan: a nationwide battle royale known as the Culling Game. Sorcerers, including newcomers and reincarnated sorcerers from the past, are forced to fight to the death. The objective for Yuji Itadori and Megumi Fushiguro is to enter this deadly game to save Megumi’s sister, Tsumiki, and find a way to free Satoru Gojo from the Prison Realm.
Get an Early Preview with the ‘Execution’ Movie
Can’t wait until 2026? You’re in luck. A special compilation film titled JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution -Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins- will hit theaters first. It recaps the Shibuya arc and, most importantly, will include the first two episodes of Season 3. It releases in Japan on November 7, 2025, with a North American release scheduled for December 5, 2025.
How Much of the Manga Will Season 3 Cover?
The Culling Game is a massive arc, spanning chapters 159 to 222 of the manga. Given its length and complexity, many expect Season 3 to be a two-cour season, similar to the second season. Some sources have even labeled the upcoming release as “Culling Games: Part 1,” suggesting the arc will be split to give the animators enough time to adapt it fully.
Who is Returning for the New Season?
Consistency is key. Studio MAPPA is confirmed to be returning for production. Director Shota Goshozono, who masterfully handled the Shibuya Incident arc, is back at the helm for the third season. You can also expect the core voice cast, including Junya Enoki (Yuji Itadori) and Yuma Uchida (Megumi Fushiguro), to reprise their roles.
Where Can You Watch Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3?
When January 2026 arrives, Crunchyroll will be the official home for Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3. They will stream new episodes weekly as they air in Japan. In the meantime, you can re-watch the first two seasons and the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie on the platform to prepare for the Culling Game.
Is This JJK’s Most Brutal Arc Yet?
Many manga readers will tell you that as incredible as the Shibuya arc was, the Culling Game takes the series’ intensity to a whole new level. It’s a strategic, violent, and unpredictable tournament that introduces a host of powerful new allies and terrifying villains. The stakes are higher than ever, and the action is non-stop.
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