Key updates: director exit, industry defense, and the Episode 3 clock
One-Punch Man season 3 has collided with a familiar online storm: heated criticism of its animation and direct harassment of staff. Director Shinpei Nagai said the environment had become “untenable,” condemning those who “tarnish the staff’s honor” and “exploit the struggles of the creators for profit through hate,” before deleting his social-media account. Episodes 1–3 are rolling out weekly this month, with Episode 3 scheduled for October 26, 2025, at 11:45 a.m. ET / 8:45 a.m. PT / 3:45 p.m. GMT. The season streams on Hulu in the U.S. and on Crunchyroll in many international regions.
The One Punch Man director decided to delete his account here after relentless harassment from western fans.
It’s heartbreaking to read his final message before deletion. The people who profited off of this cultivated drama should not be acting like victims, let’s be real.
— Liss (@LissBevs) October 22, 2025
“Such despicable behavior is unforgivable”: why Shinpei Nagai left social media
Nagai addressed the backlash directly, writing that “continuing in this environment is untenable for this project.” He added, “I cannot forgive those who tarnish the staff’s honor or exploit the struggles of the creators for profit through hate… I cannot overlook actions that degrade the work itself.” Earlier sentiments from Nagai acknowledged that expectations run high after season 1 and asked fans to “please stop with the harassment and the persistent questions that I can’t answer due to NDAs.”
Industry pushback: Vincent Chansard defends J.C. Staff
Vincent Chansard—an animator known for One Piece, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Castlevania—publicly defended the team behind season 3. Chansard argued that the situation is “a bit more complex” than blame directed at J.C. Staff, noting that production committees often drive decisions above the studio level and describing conditions in Japan’s industry as “very difficult,” with artists “trying to survive” under pressure. He also criticized harassment of production staff, underscoring that “people on social media are harassing the staff… everyone has work conditions that push them to make choices.”
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Release schedule & where to watch One Punch Man season 3
- Episode 0 (Recap): October 5, 2025
- Episode 1: October 12, 2025
- Episode 2: October 19, 2025
- Episode 3: October 26, 2025 — 11:45 a.m. ET / 8:45 a.m. PT / 3:45 p.m. GMT
In the United States, episodes stream on Hulu. In Europe and many other regions, Crunchyroll handles distribution. Reporting also notes a potential migration to Disney+ after the planned Hulu integration in December 2025. This season is listed at 12 episodes.
Studios, staff, and characters referenced (complete list)
- Studios/Companies: J.C. Staff; Madhouse; Hulu; Crunchyroll; Disney+.
- Creators/Staff/Reporters named in coverage: Shinpei Nagai; Vincent Chansard; Megan Garside (GamesRadar+, SFX, Total Film online).
- Characters/Organizations on-screen this arc: Saitama; Genos; King; Garou; the Monster Association; the Hero Association.
Why season 3’s animation discourse is so intense
Season 1, produced by Madhouse (2015), set a high bar for sakuga-forward spectacle. Seasons 2 and 3 moved to J.C. Staff, prompting prolonged comparison and skepticism—especially after a six-year gap between seasons 2 and 3. Season 3 adapts the Monster Association arc, which demands dense, multi-character battle staging. That scale, combined with broadcast deadlines and committee-driven schedules, can stress even veteran teams. Public harassment, however, crosses a line—one that Nagai and industry voices have called out explicitly.
What’s next for One Punch Man season 3
Episode 3 lands on October 26, 2025. Expect further escalation around the Monster Association incursion and higher stakes for Genos and King, while Saitama humorously remains detached from the wider crisis. We’ll continue tracking schedule updates, any platform changes in December tied to Hulu and Disney+, and official statements from the creative team.
Conclusion: One Punch Man season 3 amid scrutiny
One-Punch Man season 3 is proceeding on schedule even as the conversation around animation quality intensifies. The director’s departure from social media is a reminder that feedback can be forceful without tipping into abuse. The release schedule remains clear, and the industry conversation—amplified by voices like Vincent Chansard—adds useful context to how big anime gets made in 2025.
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