My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren’t Wicked is wrapping up its first season, and the finale is almost here. The anime, known in Japanese as Ibitte Konai Gibo to Gishi, has been a sweet surprise for fans who expected a Cinderella-style story but got a warm family comedy instead. Episode 12 will close out the season, and viewers around the world are getting ready to watch Miya’s journey come to a close.
The series premiered on July 8, 2026, and has aired weekly on Wednesdays. Episode 11 arrived on September 16, 2026, and the final episode is set to follow on September 23, 2026. The show streams on multiple platforms depending on where you live, and the release times vary by region.
Episode 12 Release Date and Time for USA Canada UK Australia and More
Episode 12 will air first in Japan on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 11:30 PM JST. For international viewers, the episode becomes available on streaming platforms at different times depending on the region.
Here is a breakdown of the expected release times for the most popular locations:
- USA and Canada (Eastern Time): Wednesday, September 23 at 10:30 AM EDT
- USA and Canada (Pacific Time): Wednesday, September 23 at 7:30 AM PDT
- United Kingdom, Portugal, and Ghana: Wednesday, September 23 at 3:30 PM BST
- Central Europe, Spain, Italy, Poland, Germany, and France: Wednesday, September 23 at 4:30 PM CEST
- Japan and South Korea: Wednesday, September 23 at 11:30 PM JST / 11:30 PM KST
- Australia (Sydney): Thursday, September 24 at 12:30 AM AEST
- India: Wednesday, September 23 at 8:00 PM IST
Times are based on the Japanese broadcast schedule and the simulcast pattern followed throughout the season. Subtitle availability may cause a slight delay of a few minutes on some platforms.
Where to Watch Episode 12 Worldwide
The anime streams on several platforms, and availability depends on your location. In Japan, the show airs on TV Kanagawa, TV Saitama, Chiba TV, MBS, Tokyo MX, and BS Asahi. Streaming in Japan is available on U-NEXT, Anime Hōdai, and Anime Times from the original broadcast time.
For viewers outside Japan, the series is available on It’s Anime, powered by REMOW, through YouTube. The show streams in India on the Tropics Entertainment YouTube channel. In France, the series is on ADN – AnimeDigitalNetwork. In Brazil and other parts of Latin America, it is available on Prime Video. In Germany, it can be found on aniverse through Prime Video channels. The series is also listed on CATCHPLAY+ for viewers in Taiwan and parts of Southeast Asia.
A Netflix or Crunchyroll release has not been confirmed for this title. Viewers in regions without a dedicated platform can check the official It’s Anime YouTube channel for availability updates.
What Happened in Episode 11
Episode 11 continued the season’s focus on Miya’s growing confidence and her bond with her new family. Miya had settled into her school life at Eihou Girls’ Academy and formed friendships with Riru Kazan and Koyuki Inari. The episode showed Miya navigating everyday school moments with the same quiet patience that has defined her character.
The emotional core of the episode centered on Miya’s relationship with her stepsisters, Marika and Arisa, and her stepmother, Teru. A recurring theme throughout the season has been Miya’s fear that she must repay the family for their kindness, a belief rooted in her upbringing as an illegitimate child. Episode 11 touched on this feeling again, showing Miya trying to find small ways to be useful around the Kounokura household.
Teru continued to be a steady, reassuring presence. The intimidating matriarch of the Kounokura family has consistently shown that her stern exterior hides a deep love for her family, including Miya. The sisters also remained supportive, often finding ways to include Miya in their daily lives without making her feel like a burden.
The episode set up the finale by bringing Miya’s emotional arc to a point where she is beginning to accept that she belongs in the Kounokura family. Her fear of being rejected or sent away has softened, and her relationships with Riru, Koyuki, and her sisters have given her a sense of stability she never had before.
What to Expect in the Finale
Episode 12 is titled “A Big Moment”, according to The Movie Database listing. As the season finale, it will bring Miya’s story to a natural resting point. The episode is expected to focus on a significant moment for Miya and her family, likely centering on a school event or a family milestone.
The show has consistently been about Miya learning to trust the people around her. The finale will likely bring that theme to its conclusion, showing how far Miya has come since she first arrived at the Kounokura estate expecting cruelty. Her stepsisters and stepmother will almost certainly play a key role, and the episode may also include appearances from Riru and Koyuki to round out Miya’s support network.
Fans who have followed the series know that My Stepmother and Stepsisters Aren’t Wicked is not a dramatic story. It is a gentle comedy about found family and quiet personal growth. The finale should deliver a satisfying ending that honors that tone.
“Miya is the illegitimate child of a certain noble family. When her mother dies, she’s convinced she knows what awaits her in her new home: a life of servitude and misery at the hands of her wicked stepmother and stepsisters. Instead, she is welcomed with open arms.” — Official synopsis
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Episode Count and Season Status
The season consists of 12 episodes, with Episode 12 serving as the finale. The anime is based on the manga by Otsuji, which is published in Japanese by Ichijinsha. The English release of the manga is handled by Seven Seas Entertainment. A second season has not been announced.
The series is directed by Keisuke Inoue at NEWON studio. The opening theme, “Amayadori no Doukei”, is performed by Lia, and the ending theme, “Clair”, is performed by AVAM.
For viewers who want to catch up before the finale, all previous episodes are available on the streaming platforms listed above. The finale will bring the first season of this gentle family comedy to its close.
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