The new batch of Pokémon Horizons: Season 3 – Rising Hope arrives this week. Part 3 continues the adventures of Liko, Roy, and their friends as they face new challenges at Blueberry Academy. Here is everything you need to know about the release schedule, story progression, and where to watch.
Pokémon Horizons: Season 3 – Rising Hope Part 3 premieres on June 26, 2026, exclusively on Netflix in the United States and Latin America. The season is the third installment of the Pokémon Horizons series and the 28th season overall.
Complete Release Schedule
The third season follows a batch release pattern on Netflix. Here is the complete schedule:
Part 1 (Episodes 1-12) – Released January 6, 2026
Part 2 (Episodes 13-22) – Released March 20, 2026
Part 3 (Episodes 23+) – Releases June 26, 2026
Part 3 episodes will be available to stream starting at 3:01 AM ET on June 26. While the exact number of episodes in Part 3 has not been officially confirmed, sources suggest approximately 10-12 new episodes, following the pattern of previous releases.
Where to Watch
United States and Latin America: Available exclusively on Netflix
United Kingdom: Available on BBC iPlayer and CBBC
Canada: Available on Cartoon Network and Télétoon
Australia: Available on 9Go! and Stan
Southeast Asia: Streaming on the Pokémon Asia ENG YouTube channel and regional YouTube channels
Global audiences can also watch on Prime Video in certain regions.
Story Progression So Far
Season 3 begins one year after the events in Laqua. The Rising Volt Tacklers split up after losing their leader, but a mysterious pink mist that harms Pokémon brings Liko, Roy, and their friends back together. The season follows the young Trainers as they rebuild the Rising Volt Tacklers and work to fulfill a promise made in Laqua.
Part 1 Recap
The first batch of episodes (January 6, 2026) introduced Roy’s new partner: a yellow Lucario capable of Mega Evolution. The team investigated reports of Pokémon affected by the mysterious pink mist. They also encountered Ult, a brash young Trainer who considers Roy his rival. The episodes followed the team as they reunited with former crew members of the Rising Volt Tacklers, including Orla, who was asked to build a new airship. The team also tested new devices called Strong Spheres that boost Pokémon power.
Part 2 Recap
The second batch (March 20, 2026) continued the team’s journey, including a mini-arc focusing on Mega Evolution. These episodes delved into the backstories of Roy and Ult while also promoting the game Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Key episodes included “Mega Evolution – Roy,” “Mega Evolution – Ult,” and “Mega Evolution – Bonds.”
Part 3 Story Preview
Part 3 takes the Rising Volt Tacklers to Blueberry Academy, a school dedicated to advanced battling techniques. Here, Liko, Roy, Dot, and their friends focus on intense training to prepare for their next challenges.
The official description states: “The young Pokémon Trainers know they need to train even more if they want to become strong enough to take down the Explorers and stop the spread of Laquium once and for all. In Part 3, training becomes a top priority at Blueberry Academy, where there are all kinds of Pokémon to encounter—and where Elite Four members are eager for their next battle.”
The new episodes will see the team challenge Elite Four members to sharpen their skills against the Explorers, the organization threatening to spread Laquium across the world. Mysteries surrounding Terapagos deepen as the crew works to understand its connection to Laquium.
The Brave Olivine receives a surprise message that sends everyone scrambling. Dot’s newest partner, Gimmighoul, steps into the spotlight, and the match-green tea Pokémon Sinistcha also plays a role in the new episodes. Ult continues to push the group forward as Roy’s rival.
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About the Series
Pokémon Horizons: The Series marks a new era for the Pokémon anime, following new protagonists Liko and Roy after the conclusion of Ash Ketchum’s journey. The show is produced by OLM, with Daiki Tomiyasu serving as chief director and Saori Den as director. The voice cast includes Ikue Otani, Alejandra Reynoso, and Anjali Kunapaneni.
The series currently consists of 47 episodes total across all of Season 3, with Part 3 adding a substantial new stretch to the story.
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