Fans of One-Punch Man can now catch the seventh episode of Season 3, which premiered on November 23, 2025. The latest installment continues to delve into the highly anticipated Monster Association Arc, bringing viewers further into the escalating conflict between the Hero Association and the formidable monster threat.
The third season officially kicked off on October 12, 2025, with a recap special of Season 2 airing a week prior on October 5, 2025. This season is expected to maintain the 12-episode format of its predecessors, with new episodes releasing weekly on Sundays.
Episode 7: “Counterstrike” and the Deepening Conflict
Titled “Counterstrike,” Episode 7 is anticipated to intensify the narrative, moving beyond the dialogue-heavy setup seen in some earlier episodes of the season. The episode is expected to show Saitama’s infiltration of the Monster Association’s headquarters potentially converging with the larger group of heroes, setting the stage for significant battle sequences. Viewers can expect to see the continuation of Garou’s storyline, as well as the S-Class heroes navigating the underground stronghold of the Monster Association.
Where to Watch One-Punch Man Season 3
For viewers in the United States, One-Punch Man Season 3 is primarily available on Hulu, with episodes streaming on the same day as their Japanese release. Crunchyroll is handling worldwide distribution outside of Japan, making the episodes accessible for European audiences, among others. Some reports also indicate Disney+ for Canada and Netflix for Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand.
Production and Fan Reception
J.C. Staff is the animation studio behind One-Punch Man Season 3, with Shinpei Nagai taking over as director. The season has been long-awaited by fans, arriving after a significant hiatus since Season 2 aired in 2019.
However, the third season has faced considerable scrutiny, particularly regarding its animation quality and episode pacing. Some fans and critics have expressed disappointment, with Episode 6, “Motley Heroes,” receiving notably low user scores on platforms like IMDb. This backlash led to the season’s director, Shinpei Nagai, deleting his social media accounts due to online harassment. Renowned animator Takashi Hashimoto, who has worked on other major anime titles, publicly defended the production staff, emphasizing the effort put into the series despite the criticisms.
Despite the mixed reception, the Monster Association Arc remains a pivotal and beloved storyline from the original manga, and Episode 7 is poised to deliver more of the action that fans anticipate from One-Punch Man. The season is slated to conclude on December 28, 2025.
