Get ready, heroes! The highly anticipated third season of the hugely popular hero anime, Wanpanman, making its grand return after six and a half years, has officially announced that it will be broadcast for free on ‘ABEMA’.
About Wanpanman
Wanpanman (also widely known as One-Punch Man) is an exhilarating anime adaptation based on the immensely popular manga series, which is currently serialized in Shueisha’s ‘Tonari no Young Jump’. The original story is crafted by ONE, with stunning artwork by Murata Yuusuke. The series brilliantly portrays the surprisingly mundane yet hilariously captivating everyday life of Saitama, an incredibly powerful, laid-back hero who possesses the ability to defeat any opponent with just ‘one punch’. Alongside Saitama’s adventures, the anime also showcases the thrilling exploits of other diverse heroes as they bravely battle a myriad of formidable monsters.
The first season of the TV anime premiered in October 2015, followed by the second season in April 2019. It swiftly garnered massive popularity, captivating audiences worldwide not only with its unique and memorable cast of characters but also with its compelling blend of clever comedic elements and spectacular, intense battle action sequences. Now, as the anime celebrates its 10th anniversary since its debut, the eagerly awaited third season is set to begin broadcasting this October. The commencement of this new series, after a significant six-and-a-half-year hiatus, is being met with tremendous excitement and anticipation from countless dedicated fans.
ABEMA’s Free Broadcast Plans
Great news for all you heroes out there: it has been officially decided that Wanpanman Season 3 will be broadcast for free on ABEMA! The premiere will kick off with a special compilation episode on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 25:30 JST (which is effectively Monday, October 6, 1:30 AM JST). Following this exciting start, brand new episodes will be broadcast every Sunday at 24:30 JST (effectively Monday, 0:30 AM JST). Additionally, for those who might miss the live broadcast, each new episode will be available for free streaming for one full week, starting every Friday at 18:00 JST after its initial airing.
Leading up to the highly anticipated Season 3 premiere, ABEMA is launching its first-ever official Wanpanman free channel for a limited time! This special event will feature a non-stop, exhilarating free broadcast of Anime Season 1, Season 2, and the OVAs (Original Video Animations), which will be making their exciting debut on ABEMA. This epic marathon will run for three full days, from Saturday, October 4, 18:00 JST, to Monday, October 6, 23:59 JST. And even better, after the broadcast, all episodes will remain available for free streaming for one week, ensuring everyone gets a chance to catch up!
Furthermore, an additional complete free marathon broadcast of both Season 1 and Season 2 has been scheduled, starting from Saturday, September 27, 24:00 JST (effectively Sunday, September 28, 0:00 AM JST)! Fans are highly encouraged to catch up on Saitama, the chillest yet strongest hero’s, past and upcoming battles exclusively on ABEMA. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to relive all the action and prepare for the new season!
Wanpanman Season 3 Free Broadcast Details
- Broadcast Date/Time: Sunday, October 5, 2025, 25:30 JST (effectively Monday, October 6, 1:30 AM JST) for the special compilation episode. Subsequent episodes will air every Sunday at 24:30 JST (effectively Monday, 0:30 AM JST).
- Broadcast Channel: ABEMA Anime Channel
- Note: After broadcast, the latest episode will be available for one week of free streaming every Friday from 18:00 JST.
Wanpanman Season 1 & 2 Full Free Marathon Broadcast
- Season 1 (#1-12)
Broadcast Dates/Times:
September 27, 2025 (Saturday) 24:00 JST – 6:00 JST (effectively Sunday, September 28, 0:00 AM – 6:00 AM JST)
September 28, 2025 (Sunday) 6:00 JST – 12:00 JST
September 28, 2025 (Sunday) 18:00 JST – 24:00 JST - Season 2 (#13-24)
Broadcast Dates/Times:
September 28, 2025 (Sunday) 12:00 JST – 18:00 JST
September 29, 2025 (Monday) 0:00 JST – 6:00 JST (effectively 24:00 JST on Sunday, Sept 28th)
September 29, 2025 (Monday) 11:30 JST – 17:30 JST - Broadcast Channel: Late Night Anime Channel
- Note: All episodes will be available for free streaming for four days after broadcast.
Production Information
Wanpanman Season 3
Cast
| Character | Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Saitama | Furukawa Makoto |
| Genos | Ishikawa Kaito |
| Senritsu no Tatsumaki | Yuuki Aoi |
| Silver Fang | Yamaji Kazuhiro |
| Atomic Samurai | Tsuda Kenjiro |
| Dou Tei | Takayama Minami |
| King | Yasumoto Hiroki |
| Zombie Man | Sakurai Takahiro |
| Pig God | Namikawa Daisuke |
| Chou Gokin Kurobikari | Hino Satoshi |
| Senkou no Flash | Toriumi Kousuke |
| Puri Puri Prisoner | Onosaka Masaya |
| Ikemen Kamen Amai Mask | Miyano Mamoru |
| Jigoku no Fubuki | Hayami Saori |
| Garou | Midorikawa Hikaru |
| Kaijin Ou Orochi | Ono Atsushi |
| Gyoro Gyoro | Koyasu Takehito |
Staff
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Original Work | ONE, Murata Yuusuke (“Wanpanman” serialized in Shueisha’s “Tonari no Young Jump”) |
| Director | Nagai Shinpei |
| Series Composition | Suzuki Tomohiro |
| Character Design | Kubota Chikashi, Kuroda Shinjiro, Shirakawa Ryousuke |
| Art Director | Murakami Sakura |
| Color Design | Tenbashi Mayumi |
| Director of Photography | Hirose Yuuki |
| Editor | Gotou Masahiro (REAL-T) |
| Sound Director | Iwanami Yoshikazu |
| Music | Miyazaki Makoto |
| Music Production | Lantis |
| Opening Theme Song | JAM Project feat. BABYMETAL “Get No Satisfied !” |
| Ending Theme Song | Furukawa Makoto “Soko ni Aru Akari” |
| Animation Production | J.C.STAFF |
(C)ONE・Murata Yuusuke / Shueisha・Hero Association HQ
By Yoneda Kaori
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