The popular anime series Classroom of the Elite is moving forward with its fourth season, and fans are waiting for the next episode. Episode 7 just released on April 22, 2026, bringing major changes to the story. A White Room assassin has entered the scene, and Kiyotaka Ayanokoji is now the target of a direct threat. Episode 8 is set to continue this tense arc with more strategic battles and psychological mind games.
Episode 8 Release Date and Time Across the World
Classroom of the Elite Season 4 Episode 8 will release on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The episode follows a weekly release schedule, with new episodes arriving every Wednesday. The release time varies depending on where you live. Here is the complete breakdown for global audiences:
United States (Pacific Time) – 5:30 AM on April 29
United States (Eastern Time) – 8:30 AM on April 29
Canada (Eastern Time) – 8:30 AM on April 29
United Kingdom (GMT) – 1:30 PM on April 29
India (IST) – 6:00 PM on April 29
Australia (AEDT) – 11:30 PM on April 29
Japan (JST) – 9:30 PM on April 29
Brazil (BRT) – 9:30 AM on April 29
Europe (CET) – 2:30 PM on April 29
The episode airs on Japanese television networks like AT-X, Tokyo MX, and BS Nippon Television at 9:30 PM JST. Streaming platforms carry the episode at the same time through simulcast.
Where to Watch Classroom of the Elite Season 4
Crunchyroll is the main streaming platform for Classroom of the Elite Season 4 worldwide. The service releases new episodes at the same time as Japan. Crunchyroll streams the show in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and Southeast Asia.
Fans in South and Southeast Asia can also watch on Muse Asia’s official YouTube channel. This gives viewers another legal option to stream the series.
The English dub is releasing at the same time as the Japanese version, so viewers can choose their preferred language without waiting.
Full Episode Release Schedule for Season 4
Season 4 started with a special premiere on April 1, 2026, releasing the first four episodes together. The remaining episodes come out weekly on Wednesdays. The season will have 16 episodes in total, running until June 24, 2026.
Episode 1-4 – April 1, 2026 (Released)
Episode 5 – April 8, 2026 (Released)
Episode 6 – April 15, 2026 (Released)
Episode 7 – April 22, 2026 (Released)
Episode 8 – April 29, 2026
Episode 9 – May 6, 2026
Episode 10 – May 13, 2026
Episode 11 – May 20, 2026
Episode 12 – May 27, 2026
Episode 13 – June 3, 2026
Episode 14 – June 10, 2026
Episode 15 – June 17, 2026
Episode 16 – June 24, 2026
What Happened in Episode 7
Episode 7 introduced the pairing exam arc and brought a White Room assassin into the story. The assassin is among the first-year students, and Tsukishiro is behind this move. This changed the nature of the exam from a simple test to a survival situation.
The episode showed a tense first-year representative meeting where Hosen and Utsunomiya nearly came to open conflict over point transactions and group cooperation. The rifts in alliance-building became clear, forcing second-year students to rethink their approach to the island exam.
Ayanokoji showed a clear shift in his behavior. He moved from passive observation to active intervention, setting psychological traps across multiple classes. He manipulated alliances, controlled information flow, and set up defensive positions against unknown threats. All of this while keeping his anonymity intact.
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What to Expect from Episode 8
Episode 8 will focus on finding and stopping the White Room assassin. The threat is still active, and Ayanokoji needs to identify the attacker without exposing himself. His strategic moves will likely become more direct in this episode.
The pairing exam system will continue to shape character choices. Point distribution and alliance stability will be major factors as students face pressure from the new risks. The tension between working together and looking out for oneself will increase.
Ayanokoji’s manipulation network should start showing measurable results in Episode 8. His psychological traps from earlier episodes are set to take effect, and viewers will see whether he can control the situation or face setbacks.
The episode will also deal with Tsukishiro’s larger plan. If the assassin’s actions expand, it will show that faculty-level manipulation goes beyond just one threat. This adds a bigger, system-wide battle to the story.
Classroom of the Elite Season 4 Episode 7 was insane. The White Room assassin reveal changes everything. Ayanokoji is finally going on the offensive. Can’t wait for Episode 8 on April 29.— AnimeNewsNetwork (@AnimeNewsNet) April 23, 2026
The ratings for Classroom of the Elite remain strong. On IMDb, the series holds a 7.7/10 rating. MyAnimeList scores show Season 1 at 7.83, Season 2 at 8.05, and Season 3 at 7.93. The animation studio Lerche continues to handle production for Season 4.
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