Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is on the way, and after what seemed like an eternity of waiting, we finally have a release date in sight. Plus, the brand new trailer teases more battles than before. But, even though the new season is heading to Crunchyroll even sooner than we originally expected, you still have time to catch up with Jujutsu Kaisen seasons 1-2 before kicking off your 2026 with season 3.
So, what can you expect from Jujutsu Kaisen season 3? The upcoming installment is based on the Culling Game arc from the manga, which sees Yuji, Megumi, and more enter the Culling Game with the intention of rescuing Tsumiki. But don't worry too much about that, as whether you're a newcomer or well-versed in the source material, we're here to guide you through the essentials and other confirmed news surrounding the shonen anime.
So what are you waiting for? Simply scroll on for everything you need to know about Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, including its release date, cast list, plot theories, and more. When you're done, check out the latest on new anime coming in the next 12 months, including the Demon Slayer Infinity Castle movie trilogy and One-Punch Man season 3.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release date
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 hits our screens in January 2026. Typically, shows in the winter season premiere at the beginning of January, though nothing has been confirmed as of yet.
There's also a chance to watch the first two episodes early as part of the release of compilation film Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution - Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins on December 5.
Check out our in-depth breakdown on how to watch Jujutsu Kaisen in order, if you fancy a refresher.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 story: what’s happened and what chapters will be adapted next?
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 will follow on from the Shibuya Incident, which saw ‘Geto’ and Mahito attempt to seal away Gojo for good.
Unfortunately for them, it didn’t quite go to plan. As a veil envelops Shibuya, the likes of Yuji and Megumi helping turn the tide against the villains. Choso, the third Death Painting sibling, tried to seek revenge against Yuji, but stopped short of killing his foe after seeing visions of his brother – and Yuji.
The Shibuya Incident wasn’t without some casualties, however: Nanami is killed by Mahito, while Nobara is seriously wounded and presumed dead.
The end of the Shibuya Arc saw ‘Geto’/Kenjaku awaken several non-sorcerers (those who had ingested cursed objects or had latent abilities of their own, including a certain Tsumiki Fushiguro). That’s all part of a plan to have sorcerers and non-sorcerers kill each other. Later, Gojo is exiled from Jujutsu society, with Yuji being sentenced to death – and swordsman Yuta (who you may remember from the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie) named as his executioner.
What's next? Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 is all set to adapt the Culling Game arc of the manga (chapters 159-221), but before that, there are a few briefer story arcs to cover.
Itadori’s Extermination (chapters 137-143) kicked off at the tail-end of Jujutsu Kaisen season 2, and its story is self-evident: it’ll hinge on the death – or attempted execution, anyway – of Yuji. Then, season 3 will likely move on to the Perfect Preparation arc (chapters 144-158), which will see our band of sorcerers prepare for the Culling Game – a tournament arc-of-sorts that acts as a mega Jujutsu battle royale. Fun times ahead!
Seeing as how season 2 covered around 70 chapters and season 3 will aim for 80+, we expect some things to be cut for time so we get a 23 or 24-episode season.
As ever, expect brilliant animation alongside its plot. As Yuji voice actor Junya Enoki said at Anime Expo, "I started recording already, and I can tell you, the battle scenes are on a whole different level. I would be excited about that if I were you."
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 trailer
The new Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 trailer was released in August and features Yuji's pained reaction to the Shibuya Incident, as well as a tease of his battle with Yuta.
A key visual was also released as part of Jump Festa 2025. It doesn't tease much, but does show Yuji and his bloodied hand.
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 cast: who is returning?
There is no confirmation yet, though we expect Yuji (Junya Enoki) and Megumi (Yuma Uchida) to return alongside Gojo (Yuichi Nakamura).
Takahiro Sakurai will likely reprise his role as Geto/Kenjaku, while we also expect to hear more from Yuta (Megumi Ogata) and Megumi’s step-brother Tsumiki (Saori Hayami)
Nobara and Nanami, given their deaths (or presumed deaths, in one case), will likely only appear in flashbacks – if at all. Keep your eyes on this page as more details come our way!
Where can I watch Jujutsu Kaisen?
All episodes from the first two seasons of Jujutsu Kaisen are available to watch on Crunchyroll, as is the Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie. A compilation movie, titled Hidden Inventory/Premature Death, brings together season 2's batch of prequel episodes and hits Japanese cinemas this May.
Crunchyroll is also packed with quality content, from anime staples like One Piece to newer additions like Blue Lock. If you need any recommendations on what to watch while we wait for Jujutsu Kaisen season 3, we have plenty of watch order guides for you to check out. So, to help avoid any anime-shaped headaches, read our break-downs on how to watch Demon Slayer in order and how to watch Neon Genesis Evangelion in order.
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