Spy×Family Season 3 has unveiled an emotional promotional video for its highly anticipated “Loid Forger: Past Arc,” offering fans a poignant glimpse into the origins of the master spy known as Twilight. The new arc, which promises to delve deep into Loid’s mysterious childhood, is set to begin with the season’s second episode on October 11, 2025, following the season premiere on October 4, 2025.
Delving into Twilight’s Origins
The newly released promo video vividly portrays a young Loid Forger, showcasing his once-peaceful childhood shattered by the ravages of war. Scenes depict a youthful Loid playing pretend war, only to quickly shift to the tragic reality of his hometown, Luwen, being destroyed, and him clinging to his mother amidst the chaos. This powerful visual narrative highlights how his experiences as a war refugee profoundly shaped his eventual path to becoming the enigmatic spy, Twilight. The trailer sets a somber tone, suggesting a tragic backstory that will finally shed light on the motivations behind Loid’s dedication to maintaining world peace. The promotional video is accompanied by the season’s opening theme song, “Hi o Mamoru” (Protect the Light) by the Japanese rock band Spitz, which adds an evocative layer to the preview of Loid’s past.
Key Details for Spy×Family Season 3
Spy×Family Season 3 officially premiered on Saturday, October 4, 2025, bringing the beloved Forger family back to screens. While the first episode set the stage, the “Loid Forger: Past Arc” is scheduled to kick off with the 39th episode overall, which airs on October 11, 2025.
Where to Watch Spy×Family Season 3
Fans can stream new episodes of Spy×Family Season 3 on Crunchyroll, with episodes releasing weekly on Saturdays. Hulu is also streaming the season for viewers in the U.S.. The series is available with English subtitles, and English dubs are expected to follow at a later date.
Production and Music
The third season sees Yukiko Imai taking over as director at WIT Studio and CloverWorks, who continue to handle the animation production. Rino Yamazaki has been promoted to series composer, while Kazuaki Shimada returns as character designer. The opening theme, “Hi o Mamoru,” is performed by Spitz. The ending theme for the season features the song “Actor” by Lilas Ikuta.
The Enduring Appeal of the Forger Family
Since its manga serialization began in March 2019 by Tatsuya Endo, Spy×Family has garnered immense popularity, with over 38 million copies in circulation across 15 volumes as of October 2025. The anime adaptation, which first premiered in April 2022, quickly captivated audiences with its unique blend of spy action, comedy, and heartwarming family dynamics.
Loid Forger, known to the world as the master spy “Twilight,” is the central figure of “Operation Strix,” a mission to prevent war between Westalis and Ostania. To achieve this, he creates a假family, unaware that his adopted daughter Anya is a telepath and his wife Yor is a deadly assassin. While previous seasons offered little insight into Loid’s background, the “Past Arc” is poised to be a pivotal moment, exploring the foundational experiences that forged him into the formidable yet compassionate spy he is today. This deep dive into Twilight’s backstory has been eagerly anticipated by fans, who are keen to understand the man behind the mission.
