The official website for the popular anime series Dr. Stone has announced that the third and final cours of its current season, Dr. Stone: Science Future, will air in 2026. This announcement follows the conclusion of the second cours of Dr. Stone: Science Future, which aired its final episode on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
Fans eagerly anticipating the conclusion of Senku Ishigami’s scientific journey to rebuild civilization can look forward to the grand finale next year. While a specific release month within 2026 has not yet been revealed, more details are expected to be announced at a later date.
The Journey of Dr. Stone So Far
Dr. Stone is a Japanese manga series written by Riichiro Inagaki and illustrated by Boichi, which began its serialization in Weekly Shōnen Jump in March 2017. The story plunges humanity into a mysterious petrified state for 3,700 years, from which the scientific prodigy Senku Ishigami awakens with a grand plan to revive civilization through the power of science.
The anime adaptation, produced by TMS Entertainment, first premiered in July 2019. Since then, the series has captivated audiences with its unique blend of adventure, post-apocalyptic settings, and educational scientific explanations.
Previous Seasons and Specials
The Dr. Stone anime has consistently delivered new content to its dedicated fanbase:
- Season 1 (Dr. Stone): Aired from July to December 2019, comprising 24 episodes.
- Season 2 (Dr. Stone: Stone Wars): Aired from January to March 2021, focusing on the conflict with Tsukasa’s Empire.
- Dr. Stone: Ryusui (TV Special): Aired in July 2022, introducing the pivotal character Ryusui Nanami and bridging the gap between seasons.
- Season 3 (Dr. Stone: New World): This season aired in two split cours. The first cours ran from April to June 2023, and the second cours from October to December 2023.
Dr. Stone: Science Future – The Final Season
Dr. Stone: Science Future was announced as the fourth and final season immediately following the conclusion of the third season. This final arc is structured into three split cours.
Current Status of Science Future
The first cours of Dr. Stone: Science Future aired from January 9 to March 27, 2025, with the second cours premiering on July 10, 2025. The second cours concluded on September 25, 2025. Crunchyroll has been streaming the anime globally, including same-day English dubs for fans in various regions.
The story of Dr. Stone: Science Future sees Senku and his companions embarking on a crucial mission to deal with the mastermind behind the petrification phenomenon, who is believed to reside on the moon. This ambitious goal necessitates a transcontinental journey to gather resources and manpower, leading the Kingdom of Science exploration team to America, where they face new adversaries with advanced scientific technology.
The announcement of the third part airing in 2026 confirms the timeline for the epic conclusion of Senku’s quest to restore humanity and advance the world into a new era of scientific enlightenment. Fans can anticipate a thrilling finale as the series brings its overarching narrative to an end.
