One of the most anticipated anime sequels of 2025, Fire Force Season 3, is set to return after a five-year hiatus.
Produced by David Production, the anime adaptation of Atsushi Ohkubo’s hit manga series will continue its thrilling story of pyrokinetic battles and supernatural intrigue.
With the return of Shinra Kusakabe and Company 8, fans are eager to know the full release schedule for Fire Force Season 3.
The anime will be split into two cours, with the first cour premiering in April 2025 and the second cour beginning in January 2026.
Based on previous seasons, Fire Force Season 3 is expected to feature 24 episodes, with the first cour consisting of 12 episodes.
Fire Force Season 3 Release Date and Schedule
The first episode of Fire Force Season 3 is set to premiere in Japan on Friday, April 4, 2025, at 25:53 JST (effectively Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 1:53 AM JST).
International audiences will be able to stream the episodes on the same day due to time zone differences.
Below is the expected release schedule:
| Episode | Release Date | Release Time (PDT/BST/IST) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 4, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 2 | April 11, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 3 | April 18, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 4 | April 25, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 5 | May 2, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 6 | May 9, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 7 | May 16, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 8 | May 23, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 9 | May 30, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 10 | June 6, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 11 | June 13, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 12 | June 20, 2025 | 11 AM / 7 PM / 11:30 PM |
| 13-24 | Begins January 2026 | TBD |
(Note: This schedule is subject to change based on potential delays.)
Where to Watch Fire Force Season 3?
For Japanese audiences, Fire Force Season 3 will air on networks including TBS, MBS, CBC, BS-TBS, SBS, and NBC.
For international viewers, Crunchyroll has acquired the streaming rights.
This means fans outside of Japan, excluding China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Macau, Taiwan, and Malaysia, will be able to stream the anime legally on Crunchyroll.
What to Expect in Fire Force Season 3?
The third season will adapt Fire Force manga from Chapter 175 onwards, picking up the Obi Rescue Arc and delving into the final major battles of the series.
The story will focus on:
- Shinra Kusakabe and Company 8’s mission to rescue Captain Obi, who has been captured by the Tokyo Empire.
- The growing conflict between the Special Fire Force Companies and the mysterious White-Clad faction.
- Shinra uncovering the secrets of the Great Cataclysm and the origins of pyrokinetic abilities.
- High-intensity battles, emotional character developments, and the climax of the Fire Force storyline.
With Studio David Production maintaining its stellar animation quality, fans can expect explosive fight scenes, intense storytelling, and an epic conclusion to the Fire Force saga.
Stay tuned for more updates on Fire Force Season 3 as we get closer to its premiere!