The high-speed racing action of MF Ghost Season 3 continues this month with the upcoming release of episode 8. The latest season of the Initial D successor has been delivering intense competition on the tracks, with protagonist Kanata Rivington fighting through a painful elbow injury that has put him at a serious disadvantage. Fans around the world are now marking their calendars for the next installment, which is scheduled to arrive on streaming platforms this week.
The third season premiered on January 1, 2026, and has been releasing new episodes weekly ever since. With 13 episodes planned for this season, viewers are now past the halfway mark of the season. Episode 7 dropped on February 12, 2026, and the series continues to build momentum as Kanata struggles to regain his position after dropping to ninth place due to his injury .
When Will MF Ghost Season 3 Episode 8 Release?
MF Ghost Season 3 Episode 8 is scheduled for release on Thursday, February 19, 2026 . The episode will be available on Crunchyroll for international audiences at the following times :
- Pacific Standard Time: 6:30 AM (PST)
- Mountain Standard Time: 7:30 AM (MST)
- Central Standard Time: 8:30 AM (CST)
- Eastern Standard Time: 9:30 AM (EST)
- Greenwich Mean Time: 2:30 PM (GMT)
For viewers in India, the episode will be available around 8:00 PM IST on February 19. Australian fans can expect the episode on Friday, February 20, 2026, at approximately 12:30 AM AEST. Canadian viewers will have access at the same time as US audiences, with 9:30 AM EST being the release time for Eastern Canada .
New episodes arrive on Crunchyroll with English subtitles first. The English dubbed versions typically follow at a later date .
In Japan, the episode will also air on television networks including Tokyo MX and BS NTV on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 11:30 PM JST, following the typical broadcast pattern where streaming precedes TV airing by a few days .
What Happened in Episode 7?
Episode 7 (titled episode 27 of the overall series) showed Kanata making a stunning comeback attempt. After struggling through the early part of the race, Kanata managed to pass Fujin Ishigami at a hairpin turn to climb up to fourth place. The lead cars then began their fifth and final lap .
The episode featured intense racing action in the tunnels where Koki Sawatari allowed Kaito Akaba to pass him so they could draft together in an attempt to pass Michael Beckenbauer. Further back, Sena Moroboshi successfully imitated Kanata’s earlier maneuver and finally got past Fujin .
As Kanata inched his way toward the lead pack, he noticed his car starting to understeerโa problem that likely began when he passed Fujin. Despite this mechanical issue, Kanata used another technique he learned from his mentor to pass Michael and climb all the way to second position. The episode ended with viewers wondering whether Kanata can hold his line and maintain this incredible comeback .
Where to Watch MF Ghost Season 3
Crunchyroll is the primary streaming platform for MF Ghost Season 3 in most regions worldwide. The service is streaming the anime in :
- North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
- Central and South America
- Europe
- Africa
- Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)
- Middle East
- CIS countries
- Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka)
- Southeast Asia
In Japan, viewers can watch the series on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, in addition to the television broadcast on Tokyo MX and BS NTV .
For those who prefer to purchase episodes, the series is also available for purchase on digital platforms like Apple TV Store and Amazon Video .
The series is accessible through the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel as well, giving Amazon Prime subscribers another way to watch the show .
What to Expect in Episode 8
With Kanata now sitting in second place despite his injury and car troubles, episode 8 will likely focus on the final stages of the Peninsula Manazuru race. The intense battle between Kanata, Michael Beckenbauer, and the other top drivers is far from over.
Kanata’s elbow injury, which initially prevented him from using second gear, has been a major plot point throughout this season. Earlier episodes showed him struggling to shift properly, but during the race, the pain seemed to subside, allowing him to push harder .
The racing action in MF Ghost continues to feature the signature eurobeat soundtrack that Initial D fans have come to love. The opening theme song “Timeless Power” is performed by Yu Serizawa featuring MOTSU, while the ending theme “Yokan no Tochลซ” is performed by Himika Akaneya and produced by Taku Takahashi of m-flo .
The Story So Far
MF Ghost takes place in a near-future Japan where self-driving cars have become the norm. However, street racing in the form of the MFG competition has exploded in global popularity, becoming the last major racing series for combustion engine vehicles .
The story follows Kanata Rivington (also known as Kanata Katagiri), a 19-year-old half-Japanese, half-British driver who graduated from a prestigious racing school in England. He returns to Japan not only to prove himself in the MFG races but also to search for his missing father .
The third season began with Kanata dropping positions due to an elbow injury sustained when he saved Ren Saionji from being hit by a train. Unable to use second gear, he faced a seemingly impossible situation. But as the races progress, his fighting spirit continues to push him forward .
Ren Saionji, voiced by Ayane Sakura, is a 17-year-old high school girl who falls for Kanata at first sight. She also works as an MFG Angel (number 7), though Kanata remains unaware of this connection .
A new character introduced this season is Emma Green, a 19-year-old female driver from England who harbors competitive feelings toward Kanata. Voiced by model and actress Nanako Aizawa, Emma arrives in Japan to participate in MFG Round 4, bringing her high driving skills and strong pride to the competition .
Cast and Crew Information
The Japanese voice cast features several well-known performers :
- Yuma Uchida as Kanata Rivington (Kanata Katagiri)
- Ayane Sakura as Ren Saionji
- Daisuke Ono as Shun Aiba
- Hiroshi Kamiya as Michael Beckenbauer
- Junichi Suwabe as Kaito Akaba
- Hiroki Yasumoto as Fujin Ishigami
- Kenta Miyake as Emil Hanninen
- Shinichiro Miki as Narrator
- Takehito Koyasu as Ryล Takahashi
- Tomokazu Seki as Keisuke Takahashi
- Kazuki Yao as Koichiro Iketani
- Mitsuo Iwata as Itsuki Takeuchi
- Nanako Aizawa as Emma Green
The anime is directed by Tomohito Naka at Felix Film, continuing their work from previous seasons. Kenichi Yamashita handles series composition, with scripts written by Yamashita and Akihiro Inari. Akio Dobashi composes the music .
The English dub cast includes Kieran Flitton as Kanata, Trisha Mellon as Ren, Larry Brantley as Ogata, Cory Phillips as Aiba, and Joel McDonald as Takumi Fujiwara, among others .
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Episode Release Schedule for Season 3
The complete release schedule for MF Ghost Season 3 is as follows :
- Episode 1 โ January 1, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 2 โ January 8, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 3 โ January 15, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 4 โ January 22, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 5 โ January 29, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 6 โ February 5, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 7 โ February 12, 2026 (Released)
- Episode 8 โ February 19, 2026 (Upcoming)
- Episode 9 โ February 26, 2026
- Episode 10 โ March 5, 2026
- Episode 11 โ March 12, 2026
- Episode 12 โ March 19, 2026
- Episode 13 โ March 26, 2026
All 13 episodes will follow this weekly pattern, with the season concluding in late March 2026 .
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