Spy Family Anime Return: New Season Premieres October 4

Fan excitement is building as news breaks surrounding the upcoming third installment of the beloved anime SPY×FAMILY. It’s been officially announced that the sequel season will make its debut this October, injecting a well-desired resurgence of the stealthy family into our screens.

The upcoming season is set to air at a tantalizingly late hour of 11:00 PM on October 4, broadcasting exclusively on TV Tokyo, TV Osaka, TV Aichi, TV Setouchi, TV Hokkaido, and TV Kyushu. Following this, it will stream on October 5 on BS TV Tokyo. Character designer Kazuaki Shimada has also crafted a detailed visual for the season, showcasing the ongoing ingeniousness that the franchise is known for.

Yukiko Imai, who directed episodes in the past seasons, will take the helm for the third season. Wit Studio and CloverWorks, renowned for their animation prowess, are stepping in to produce this installment post second season. The creative team has also been bolstered with Yuki Takeuchi and Tomomi Sugimoto taking the reins for art setting, Keita Watanabe leading the 3D directorial workshop, and Rina Koguchi handling the critical role of editor.

Embracing loyal fans, the new season retains beloved cast and production staff. These essential elements ensure that the seamless narrative and artistic continuity that fans crave.

The franchise will always be remembered for its captivating first season, which aired in April 2022, garnering massive attention. The series has struck chord across global audiences with its first appearance and Crunchyroll has successfully streamed both the original raw and English dub. Crunchyroll’s dedication continued for the second season which kicked off in October 2023 and running successfully for 12 episodes.

Notably, SPY×FAMILY has expanded its footprint into cinematic realms offering fans a fresh narrative arc in Code: White. The film debuted in Japan in December 2023, becoming an instant box office hit and eventually landing on #5 at the US Box Office in spring 2024. The film then streamed in near-time for North American audiences.

Fans eager to delve into the source material will appreciate Viz Media’s ongoing publication of the original and ongoing manga in English. Conveniently, readers can catch up on the mastermind saga through the Shonen Jump subscription on Viz Media’s app or Shueisha’s MANGA Plus services. The narrative design is variously explored on stages, too. The first stage adaptation of the franchise was themed in December 2023, followed by a new run slated from September to December of his year.

Fans anticipate and clamor for the return of the strategic spy family, and October promises to deliver.

News Source: Animenewsnetwork.com