Ranma ½ Season 3 Release Date and Schedule: When to Watch on Netflix
Netflix is streaming the third season of the Ranma ½ reboot, which premiered on October 3, 2026. New episodes are released weekly on Saturdays at 10:00am Pacific Time. Produced by Studio MAPPA, the series continues the adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi’s classic manga, following a consistent annual release cadence since the 2024 debut. The season officially made its worldwide debut on October 3rd as part of the Fall 2026 anime schedule.
Weekly Release Schedule and Time Zones
The third season of Ranma ½ follows a synchronized global release pattern. According to the production schedule, new episodes debut on Netflix at 10:00am Pacific Time every Saturday. This timing occurs approximately one hour after the initial broadcast in Japan. Viewers in other regions can access the content at the following local times:
- Eastern Time: 1:00pm on Saturday
- UK Time: 6:00pm on Saturday
- Central European Summer Time: 7:00pm on Saturday
- India Standard Time: 10:30pm on Saturday
- Philippine Time: 1:00am on Sunday
These times remain subject to potential shifts due to complexities in the dubbing or streaming distribution process. The season is slated for a 12-episode run, concluding on December 19, 2026.
Production Background and Studio Involvement
Studio MAPPA, the production house recognized for its work on Attack on Titan and Chainsaw Man, continues to lead the Ranma ½ reboot. The project is part of a broader celebration for the 100th anniversary of publisher Shogakukan. The production staff from the first two seasons remains intact, with Konosuka Uda directing, Kimiko Ueno handling scripts, and Hiromi Taniguchi overseeing character designs. Additionally, Yoshiko Saito, Kosuka Kawamura, Riko Kaneda, and Haruki Miura serve as chief animation directors for the new season.
The reboot has garnered attention for its balance of high-energy action and comedy, while updating specific elements of the source material for a modern audience. The third season introduces several new characters to the narrative, including Sentaro Daimonji, voiced by Jun Fukuyama, and Tsubasa Kurenai, voiced by Minami Tanaka. Masako Nozawa has also joined the cast as the Grand Master, alongside Mayumi Tanaka and Saori Hayami, who have been cast in currently unnamed roles.
Episode Rollout Through December 2026
The season began on October 3, 2026, and maintains a consistent weekly cadence.
| Episode | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Episode 1 | October 3, 2026 |
| Episode 2 | October 10, 2026 |
| Episode 3 | October 17, 2026 |
| Episode 4 | October 24, 2026 |
| Episode 5 | October 31, 2026 |
| Episode 6 | November 7, 2026 |
| Episode 7 | November 14, 2026 |
| Episode 8 | November 21, 2026 |
| Episode 9 | November 28, 2026 |
| Episode 10 | December 5, 2026 |
| Episode 11 | December 12, 2026 |
| Episode 12 | December 19, 2026 |
New Themes Accompany the Third Season Trailer
The series has utilized a distinct promotional strategy for its third season, highlighted by the release of a new trailer. The season features a new opening theme, “Sunao Miman” by Fumino, and an ending theme, “Kawaikunai” by Yuika. This integration of new musical IP is intended to maintain engagement as the series expands its roster of romantic rivals for the protagonists, Ranma and Akane. For further updates on the series, viewers may consult the Radio Times TV and Streaming Guide or listen to The Radio Times Podcast.
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