Netflix’s hit Japanese survival thriller Alice in Borderland is finally returning with its long-awaited third season, and fans won’t have to wait much longer. After years of speculation and a cliffhanger ending in season 2, the series will bring audiences back to its deadly games with even higher stakes and the introduction of the mysterious Joker card.
When Will Alice in Borderland Season 3 Release?
Netflix has confirmed that Alice in Borderland season 3 will premiere on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
The gap between seasons has been significant, with season 2 arriving in December 2022. Despite the long wait, anticipation remains sky-high, with the series having developed a massive international fan base since debuting in 2020.
While the episode count hasn’t been officially revealed, fans can expect the season to follow the same pattern as earlier installments, with eight episodes.
Returning Cast Members in Alice in Borderland Season 3
Two fan-favorite leads are officially back:
- Kento Yamazaki as Ryōhei Arisu
- Tao Tsuchiya as Yuzuha Usagi
Alongside them, a number of key supporting characters are expected to return, including:
- Nijiro Murakami as Shuntarō Chishiya
- Ayaka Miyoshi as Ann Rizuna
- Dori Sakurada as Suguru Niragi
- Aya Asahina as Hikari Kuina
- Sho Aoyagi as Aguni Morizono
- Riisa Naka as Mira Kano
- Yuri Tsunematsu as Heiya
Netflix has also revealed an expanded lineup of new cast members: Hayato Isomura, Katsuya Maiguma, Koji Ohkura, Risa Sudou, Hiroyuki Ikeuchi, Tina Tamashiro, Kotaro Daigo, Hyunri, Sakura Kiryu, Yugo Mikawa, Joey Iwanaga, Akana Ikeda, and Kento Kaku, with Kaku reportedly playing a new character named Ryuji.
What Will Happen Alice in Borderland Season 3?
Season 2 concluded with a shocking twist, as several characters appeared to wake up in the real world, leaving viewers questioning whether the games were truly over. However, the ominous appearance of the Joker card hinted that the ultimate challenge had yet to begin.
Netflix’s official synopsis for season 3 teases the next chapter:
“After Usagi is abducted and left unconscious by a mysterious scholar obsessed with the afterlife, Arisu returns to the perilous ‘Borderland’ to save her. Teaming up with new players, they must face the yet-unseen Joker stage in a desperate bid to find a way back to their original world.”
This suggests that season 3 will not only expand the mythology of the games but also dive deeper into the psychological and philosophical themes of life, death, and survival that have defined the series.
Trailer Breakdown
Netflix has already released a full-length trailer, showcasing glimpses of the Joker card stage, new players, and heart-stopping action sequences that promise to push Arisu and Usagi to their limits. The tone is darker than ever, with the imagery suggesting a battle not just for survival but also for truth.
Why Alice in Borderland Remains a Global Hit
The series, based on Haro Aso’s manga, has consistently drawn comparisons to Battle Royale and Squid Game, but its unique mix of puzzle-driven games, brutal survival stakes, and emotional character arcs has carved out its own identity. Season 3 appears to raise the bar, with bigger set pieces, deeper lore, and the much-anticipated Joker stage.
Final Thoughts
With its September 25 release date, Alice in Borderland season 3 is set to dominate Netflix’s fall lineup. Between the expanded cast, the looming Joker card, and the high-stakes emotional drama, this could be the show’s boldest and most shocking season yet.
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