My Hero Academia Season 8 Release Date and Full Episode Schedule

My Hero Academia season 8 has finally premiered, bringing the epic conclusion of Izuku Midoriya’s journey to screens. The first episode aired on Saturday, 4 October 2025, and new episodes will now drop weekly on the same day. Fans can stream each episode on Crunchyroll shortly after its Japanese broadcast.

The long-running shonen anime is entering its climactic Final War Arc and Epilogue Arc, where heroes and villains face their ultimate battles. With All Might and All For One preparing for a final showdown and Deku confronting Tomura Shigaraki, this season promises a dramatic end to nearly a decade of storytelling.

My Hero Academia Season 8 Episode Release Schedule

Season 8 follows a weekly Saturday release pattern. Here’s the confirmed schedule so far:

• Episode 1 – 4 October 2025
• Episode 2 – 11 October 2025
• Episode 3 – 18 October 2025
• Episode 4 – 25 October 2025
• Episode 5 – 1 November 2025
• Episode 6 – 8 November 2025
• Episode 7 – 15 November 2025
• Episode 8 – 22 November 2025
• Episode 9 – 29 November 2025
• Episode 10 – 6 December 2025
• Episode 11 – 13 December 2025

Episodes premiere at 5:30 p.m. JST in Japan, followed by international streaming on Crunchyroll. For other time zones, that’s 1:30 a.m. PT, 4:30 a.m. ET, and 9:30 a.m. BST.

Season Length and Story Details

While an official episode count has not been confirmed, it is expected that season 8 will feature 11 episodes. This is based on the number of remaining manga chapters (around 33) and the upcoming replacement of its broadcast slot by “The Blue Wolves of Mibu” from late December. This shorter run is consistent with the final pacing of other long-running shonen anime.

The story picks up with the Final War Arc, where the fate of hero society hangs in the balance. Deku leads the charge against Tomura Shigaraki while All Might faces All For One in one last, decisive confrontation. Supporting heroes and villains will have their arcs resolved as the show moves toward its epilogue and long-awaited conclusion.

How and Where to Watch

International fans can stream My Hero Academia season 8 exclusively on Crunchyroll. In Japan, new episodes air on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV before hitting streaming platforms. Other services like Netflix or Hulu may get the season later, but Crunchyroll remains the only platform offering simulcast releases worldwide.

Season 8 marks the definitive ending of My Hero Academia, wrapping up the story that began in 2016. For longtime fans, this is the last chance to experience the series as it airs live before spoilers spread online.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: When did My Hero Academia season 8 start airing?

It premiered on Saturday, 4 October 2025, with new episodes every Saturday.

Q2: How many episodes will season 8 have?

It is expected to run for 11 episodes, covering the Final War and Epilogue Arcs.

Q3: What time do new episodes release?

Episodes drop at 5:30 p.m. JST, which is 1:30 a.m. PT, 4:30 a.m. ET, and 9:30 a.m. BST.

Q4: Where can I watch My Hero Academia season 8 online?

Crunchyroll is the official platform for international viewers. Japan airs it first on Yomiuri TV and Nippon TV.

Q5: What arcs are adapted in season 8?

Season 8 adapts the Final War Arc and the Epilogue Arc, concluding the manga’s story.