The psychological thriller anime LIAR GAME continues its run with Episode 21 arriving soon. The series, produced by Studio Madhouse, has kept viewers on the edge of their seats with its intense mind games and deception-filled battles. Based on the popular manga by Shinobu Kaitani, the show follows Nao Kanzaki, a college student who gets pulled into a dangerous game where lying is the only way to win. She teams up with Shinichi Akiyama, a former con artist, to survive the twisted competition.
LIAR GAME Episode 21 Release Date and Time
LIAR GAME Episode 21 is scheduled to release on Monday, August 24, 2026. The show follows a weekly release pattern, with new episodes arriving every Monday. The series is running for two consecutive cours, totaling around 24 episodes.
The release time for Episode 21 varies depending on your location. Here are the confirmed timings:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 11:00 AM or 12:00 PM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): August 25, 2026, at 1:00 AM
Some sources indicate a 12:00 AM UTC release time for the episode. The episode will be available with English subtitles shortly after the Japanese broadcast.
Where to Watch LIAR GAME Episode 21
LIAR GAME streams exclusively on Crunchyroll for viewers outside Japan and China. The platform offers the series with subtitles in multiple languages. In Japan, the anime airs on TV Tokyo and other local networks.
For viewers in different regions, here is the complete streaming guide:
United States
Watch LIAR GAME Episode 21 on Crunchyroll starting at 8:00 AM PDT / 11:00 AM EDT on Monday, August 24. The episode is also available on the Crunchyroll Amazon Channel.
United Kingdom
The episode releases at the same time as the US, which is around 4:00 PM BST. Crunchyroll is the primary platform for streaming in the UK.
Canada
Canadian viewers can watch LIAR GAME on Crunchyroll with the same release timing as the US (8:00 AM PDT / 11:00 AM EDT).
Australia
For Australian audiences, the episode drops on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in the early morning hours (around 1:00 AM AEST). Crunchyroll is the official streaming partner.
India
Indian viewers can stream LIAR GAME Episode 21 on Crunchyroll starting at around 8:30 PM IST on Monday, August 24.
Brazil and Latin America
In Brazil and other Latin American countries, Crunchyroll offers the series. The episode releases at 10:00 AM in Mexico and 11:00 AM in Colombia.
Turkey
Turkish viewers can watch LIAR GAME on Crunchyroll with Turkish subtitles.
Japan
In Japan, the anime airs on TV Tokyo and other networks. Streaming platforms like U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, ABEMA, and d Anime Store also carry the series.
Other Regions
Crunchyroll provides worldwide streaming coverage, excluding Japan and China. The platform is accessible in most countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
There are currently no free legal options to watch LIAR GAME. A Crunchyroll subscription is required to stream the series.
LIAR GAME Episode 20 Recap: What Happened Before
Episode 20, titled “Provocation” (挑発), delivered major twists and set the stage for the next round. The episode focused on the intense confrontation between Akiyama and his rival Yokoya.
Yokoya cornered Akiyama with his clever strategies. He claimed that Akiyama had made a serious mistake and laughed at his attempt to fight the Liar Game office. The refund amounts for each player were announced, leaving Akiyama shocked.
Yokoya did not take the dropout procedure and moved forward to the fourth round. Akagi also remained in the game. Fukunaga voluntarily registered for the revival round. Meanwhile, Akiyama and Nao had already declined the return of 400 million yen from the previous episode.
Nao showed significant growth in this episode. She spoke with confidence and used bluffing tactics against Yokoya. She declared herself the “loser” during the refund announcement, which surprised everyone.
Yokoya’s true goal was revealed. He wanted to secure profits through a third-country account. The episode ended with Nao and Akiyama applying to participate in the next battle. Fukunaga made a surprising return in female clothing, adding a lighter moment to the intense episode.
The episode also set up the upcoming revival round, which will be a team battle. The Liar Game office continues to target Akiyama specifically. The stakes are higher than ever as the game moves toward its conclusion.
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LIAR GAME Cast and Voice Actors
LIAR GAME features a talented voice cast:
- Saya Hitomi as Nao Kanzaki
- Takeo Otsuka as Shinichi Akiyama
- Kazuhiro Nakaya as Reronira
- Nobuo Tobita as Kazuo Fujisawa
- Yoji Ueda as Mitsuo Tanimura
- Yasutaka Tomioka as Teruyuki Eda
- Shoya Ishige as Takahiro Kikuzawa
- Ryosuke Asano as Hiroto Kitamura
- Taro Kiuchi as Tetsuzo Sato
The series is directed by Yuzo Sato (chief) and Asami Kawano at Studio Madhouse. The anime premiered on April 6, 2026, and has been running continuously since then.
The show follows Nao Kanzaki, a naive and honest young woman who receives a mysterious suitcase containing 100 million yen and a letter stating she has been selected for the Liar Game. In this high-stakes psychological battle, lies, deception, and betrayal are the main tools for survival.
Also Read: LIAR GAME Episode 19 Release Date, Time, and Streaming Guide
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