Fans can mark their calendars for the next chapter of the Monster Association arc. One Punch Man Season 3 Episode 3, titled “Organism Limits,” is set to premiere on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The episode continues the weekly release schedule, with the season expected to run for a total of 12 episodes.
Global Release Timings
The new episode will be available to stream at the same time globally, which translates to different local times. The main release schedule is as follows:
- United States (PT): 8:45 AM
- United States (ET): 11:45 AM
- United Kingdom (BST): 4:45 PM
- Central Europe (CET): 5:45 PM
- India (IST): 9:15 PM
- Japan (JST): 12:45 AM (Monday, October 27)
Where to Watch
Where you can watch the new episode depends on your region. In the United States, the show is streaming exclusively on Hulu. For viewers in the United Kingdom and Europe, the official platform is Crunchyroll. Fans in Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand can find new episodes on Netflix.
Episode 3 Preview and Synopsis
The upcoming episode promises intense action. The official synopsis reveals that Garou continues his offensive against the monsters Kirisaki King and the Bug God. However, the situation becomes more dangerous when a new monster, a sludge jellyfish, appears and takes the child Tareo hostage. Meanwhile, a separate storyline will follow Professor Kuseno as he receives a distress call from Genos and visits Saitama.
Fan Reaction and Production Controversy
The launch of the third season has been met with significant discussion among the fanbase, particularly concerning the animation quality. Criticism directed at studio J.C. Staff has been widespread on social media, with some fans unfavorably comparing it to the first season produced by Madhouse.
The situation escalated when the season’s director, Shinpei Nagai, addressed the online harassment before deleting his social media account. In a final post, he stated, “Such despicable behavior is unforgivable,” and explained that the environment was taking a toll on his mental health. He added, “I’ve always done my best for the fans with utmost sincerity, but I’ve come to the conclusion that continuing in this environment is untenable for this project.”
Recap of Episode 2
The previous episode, “Monster Traits,” focused heavily on Garou’s internal conflict as he wandered into the city. Despite his goal to become the ultimate monster, he was shown protecting a bullied kid, highlighting his lingering humanity. The episode also featured a comedic scene where Saitama accidentally encountered Garou while trying to resolve a dine-and-dash situation, leading to Garou being knocked out with a single punch. The narrative also delved deeper into the Monster Association, with Gyoro-Gyoro revealing that their leader, Orochi, was once human.
Full Release Schedule
The season follows a weekly release pattern every Sunday. The schedule for the first few episodes is:
- Episode 0 (Recap): October 5, 2025
- Episode 1: October 12, 2025
- Episode 2: October 19, 2025
- Episode 3: October 26, 2025
- Episode 4: November 2, 2025
If the season does consist of 12 episodes, the finale is projected to air on December 28, 2025.
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