Are you ready to dive back into the fiery world of “Fire Force”? As fans eagerly await the return of this thrilling anime, we have all the details you need about the upcoming third season. From release dates to adaptation specifics, this article will guide you through everything you need to know. Don’t miss out on the action!

What to Expect from Fire Force Season 3

The anime “Fire Force” (炎炎ノ消防隊) is a dark fantasy that depicts the battles of a special fire brigade against monsters engulfed in flames, protecting cities from their threats. The original work is a manga series by Atsushi Ōkubo, serialized in “Weekly Shōnen Magazine” (Kodansha), with a total of 34 volumes published and over 20 million copies sold worldwide.

This article will explore when the third season of “Fire Force” will air and how much of the original manga will be adapted into the anime. Additionally, we will summarize the storylines of the first and second seasons.

Overview of Fire Force

Set in a fictional nation called the Tokyo Empire, “Fire Force” revolves around mysterious human combustion phenomena that turn ordinary people into flame-wielding monsters known as “Hōmura-bito”. The protagonist, Shinra Kusakabe, who lost his family in a fire, joins the special fire brigade formed to combat these disasters. Together with his fellow firefighters, Shinra uses his unique abilities to save people from the terror of flames.

When Will Fire Force Season 3 Air?

Season 3 of “Fire Force” will be broadcast in two split cours, with the first part airing from April 2025 and the second part from January 2026. The first cour will premiere on April 4, 2025, airing every Friday at 25:53 JST. The broadcasting stations include MBS, TBS, and BS-TBS under the “Animeism” programming block.

The broadcast schedule for various networks is as follows:

• MBS/TBS/CBC: Every Friday at 25:53 JST
• BS-TBS: Every Friday at 26:30 JST
• SBS: Starting April 16, every Wednesday at 26:00 JST
• NBC: Starting April 19, every Saturday at 24:58 JST

Where to Watch Fire Force Season 3?

The first cour of Season 3 will be exclusively available on Netflix after its broadcast. As Netflix operates on a subscription model, there are no free viewing options available for this season.

Recap of Seasons 1 and 2

Before Season 3 airs, let’s recap the storylines of the first two seasons and the extent of the original manga that has been adapted.

Season 1 Overview

Season 1 covers the content from the original manga’s first volume to the first half of the eleventh volume. The story follows Shinra as he joins the Special Fire Force Company 8, where he builds bonds with his teammates while uncovering the truth behind the mysterious occurrences of Hōmura-bito. The narrative intensifies as Shinra discovers that there are individuals within the organization who are artificially creating Hōmura-bito.

Season 2 Overview

Season 2 adapts the latter half of volume 11 to the middle of volume 20. The main focus is on the escalating conflict with the Evangelist, showcasing the growth of Shinra, Arthur, and Tamaki. The season introduces various arcs, including the competition for the Fifth Pillar and the invasion of the Holy Sol Temple.

What Will Season 3 Adapt?

Season 3 is expected to cover the story from volume 20 onwards, following the events after the death of the Fourth Special Fire Force’s captain, Aurg. It has been confirmed that the entire manga, up to volume 34, will be adapted into the anime.

Conclusion

In summary, “Fire Force” Season 3 will be broadcast in two parts, starting in April 2025 and continuing in January 2026. The first cour will air on various networks and will be available for streaming on Netflix. Fans can look forward to the adaptation of the complete story as the anime progresses.