Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 & 4: Official News and Release Date

Few anime series have captured the cultural moment quite like Jujutsu Kaisen. Whether you’re wondering about the latest release date or the fate of Satoru Gojo, here’s what we know so far from official sources.

Seasons released: 2 (Season 1: 2020, Season 2: 2023) ·
Total episodes: 47 (Season 1: 24, Season 2: 23) ·
Movie: Jujutsu Kaisen 0 (2021) ·
Manga status: Ongoing, 28+ volumes ·
Age rating: TV-MA (18+) in the US

Three seasons, one movie, and a manga still running — the franchise’s growth is steady. Here’s how the core stats stack up.

Is there a season 3 of Jujutsu Kaisen?

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 official announcement

• MAPPA officially announced season 3 in September 2023, but the teaser didn’t specify a premiere window — that came later via promotional materials.
• The first concrete date arrived with a Crunchyroll teaser (official streaming partner) confirming a January 2026 release.

The third season, titled Jujutsu Kaisen: The Culling Game: Part 1, adapts manga chapters 159 through 221 — the sprawling tournament arc where sorcerers battle for survival in a cursed game created by Kenjaku. GamesRadar+ (entertainment news) covered this adaptation.

Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release window

• Premiere date: January 8, 2026 in Japan with a two-episode launch. GamesRadar+ (entertainment news) reported this.
• Crunchyroll simulcast the same day worldwide. IMDb News (editorial coverage) confirmed the simultaneous stream.
• Wikipedia reports the season ran for 12 episodes from January 9 to March 27, 2026. Wikipedia (community-edited database) lists the broadcast window.

Is season 4 of Jujutsu Kaisen confirmed?

Jujutsu Kaisen season 4 announcement status

Season 4 — The Culling Game: Part 2 — was announced immediately after the season 3 finale aired on March 27, 2026. Wikipedia (community-edited database) states the announcement came from the anime’s official account but did not include a release window.

As of now, MAPPA has not released a teaser trailer or a specific date for season 4. Manga sources suggest the remaining material would cover the final confrontation arcs after the Culling Game.

What to expect from Jujutsu Kaisen season 4

If the pattern holds, season 4 will likely be a direct continuation, still adapting the later chapters of the Culling Game. Unlike the earlier announcement, this one came after the season 3 broadcast, so production is likely underway but not yet public.

Why was Gojo killed off in Jujutsu Kaisen?

Author Gege Akutami’s explanation for Gojo’s death

Gojo’s death is a manga moment — it occurs in chapter 236, well beyond the current anime adaptation. Creator Gege Akutami explained in an interview with Jump Ryu that the death was necessary to raise the stakes and shift the power balance among the remaining sorcerers. The anime hasn’t reached that point yet, so viewers watching season 3 will see Gojo still trapped in the Prison Realm rather than killed. GamesRadar+ (entertainment news) covered this context.

Impact of Gojo’s death on the story

Gojo’s removal — either by imprisonment or later death — forces the younger generation, including Yuji and Yuta, to take on greater threats themselves. It’s a narrative pivot that transforms the series from a single-powerhouse story into a team-survival saga.

Why is Jujutsu Kaisen rated 18+?

Content warnings for Jujutsu Kaisen

The TV-MA rating reflects graphic violence, frequent gore, and disturbing imagery. The show doesn’t flinch from showing cursed spirits tearing bodies apart, and season 2’s Shibuya Incident arc is particularly brutal.

Common Sense Media recommends ages 16+ for the series, citing intense fight scenes and mature themes like death and sacrifice.

Age rating details

In the US, the rating is TV-MA (18+). In other regions, it varies: for example, in the UK it’s rated 15 on Netflix. The rating is consistent across all three seasons and the movie.

Where can I watch Jujutsu Kaisen?

Streaming platforms for Jujutsu Kaisen

• Crunchyroll: Seasons 1, 2, the movie Jujutsu Kaisen 0, and season 3 (exclusive simulcast) are all available (Crunchyroll official teaser (streaming service)).
• Netflix: Season 1 and season 2 are available in most regions, but season 3 is not currently on Netflix.
• Other services: Some regions also offer the series on Amazon Prime Video and Hulu, but Crunchyroll and Netflix are the primary global partners.

Jujutsu Kaisen on Netflix and Crunchyroll

Netflix carries seasons 1 and 2 in many countries, while Crunchyroll has exclusive rights to season 3 outside Asia. Wikipedia (community-edited database) notes the licensing arrangement. The movie is available on both platforms in select territories.

Jujutsu Kaisen timeline

• March 2018: Manga serialization begins in Weekly Shonen Jump. (Wikipedia (community-edited database))
• October 2020: Season 1 premieres (24 episodes). (Wikipedia (community-edited database))
• December 2021: Jujutsu Kaisen 0 movie released in Japan. (Wikipedia (community-edited database))
• July 2023: Season 2 premieres (23 episodes). (Wikipedia (community-edited database))
• September 2023: Season 3 officially announced by MAPPA. (GamesRadar+ (entertainment news))
• January 8, 2026: Season 3 premieres with a two-episode launch. (Wikipedia (community-edited database))
• March 27, 2026: Season 3 finale; Season 4 announced. (Wikipedia (community-edited database))

Clarity: confirmed facts vs what remains unclear

Quotes from the creators

I killed Gojo because the story needed a turning point — the readers needed to feel that no one is safe.

Gege Akutami, interview with Jump Ryu

We are thrilled to bring the Culling Game to life. Season 3 is our most ambitious project yet.

MAPPA official statement, via IMDb News (editorial coverage)

For fans who have followed Yuji, Gojo, and the rest from the beginning, the road ahead is both exciting and uncertain. The anime is now moving faster than ever, and with the manga still running, the source material isn’t drying up. The implication for Crunchyroll and Netflix subscribers: season 3 is locked in on Crunchyroll, but those waiting for a Netflix release of the new season will need to be patient — or switch platforms.

Frequently asked questions

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