One Punch Man Season 3 Studio Confirmation Revealed
Excitement builds as the highly anticipated Season 3 of One Punch Man is on the horizon, with the return of a well-known studio at the helm of the anime production.
Exciting news emerged this week regarding the long-awaited third season of One Punch Man. A new teaser trailer was released, finally answering the burning question that fans have been asking since the series was first announced in August 2022: who will be animating it? The second season of One Punch Man received mixed reviews due to the change in production studio from Madhouse (known for Death Note) to J.C. Staff (known for Is It Wrong to Pick Up Girls In a Dungeon?).
Despite nearly five years passing since the second season and minimal updates since the initial announcement, anticipation for the series' return is high. The teaser trailer confirmed that J.C. Staff will be back to produce the upcoming third season of One Punch Man, with a focus on the highly anticipated showdown between Saitama and Garou. The subtitle for One Punch Man 3 is "Supreme Power vs Ultimate Fear" – a battle of the best against the best.
Youtube video: アニメ『ワンパンマン』第3期特報 / One-Punch Man Season 3 Special Announcement [ENG SUB]
It's Been A Long Time Coming
The Original Announcement Was Nearly Two Years Ago
Anime Heroes Burdened by Power- Saitama One Punch Man - The Original Announcement Was Nearly Two Years Ago - It's Been A Long Time Coming
The third season of One Punch Man was confirmed a while back, but details about its production were scarce when it was announced in August 2022, three years after the second season aired. Despite the long wait and lack of updates, fans have remained hopeful due to the series' strong fanbase from its first season and the ongoing manga by ONE and illustrator Yusuke Murata.
In the manga, significant plot developments and new characters have emerged, building excitement for a potential third season. Moreover, speculation about which studio would take over the series has added to the anticipation, especially after some fans were disappointed by the production quality of the second season, which was handled by J.C. Staff, a renowned studio with a vast portfolio of franchises.
Who Is Working On Season 3?
Teaser Trailer Revealed A Few Members of (J.C.) Staff
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Garou – One Punch Man Season 3 teaser trailer
The teaser for the third season of One Punch Man has unveiled some key staff members at J.C. Staff who will be involved in the series. This includes Tomohiro Suzuki, the composer of the previous seasons and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End. The character designers for the new season are Chikashi Kubota, Shinjiro Kuroda, and Ryōsuke Shirakawa. The music for the series will be composed by Makoto Miyazaki, known for his work on One Punch Man seasons 1 and 2.
Sources from the animation enthusiast site Sakugabooru have revealed that the teaser trailer for One Punch Man season 3 was pre-animated by Kenichiro Aoki, who worked on the animation for season 2. The supervision of the teaser was done by Kazunori Ozawa, known for Saga of Tanya the Evil movie. Ozawa himself confirmed this on his private Twitter account. The cast members announced so far include Makoto Furukawa as Saitama, Hikaru Midorikawa as Garou, and Daisuke Namikawa as Doctor Genus and the narrator.
Is The Teaser A Good Indicator?
We Might Be In For a Visual Treat
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Saitama – One Punch Man Season 3 Teaser Trailer
The trailer for One Punch Man season 3 showcased impressive visuals, focusing on a fight between Garou and a giant insectoid monster. The narrator built up anticipation for the upcoming battle between Garou and Saitama, calling it a clash between Supreme Power and Ultimate Fear. The brief parts of the battle featured stunning lighting and effects, hinting at a return to the brilliance that made the first season famous. However, no release date has been announced yet.
Editor's P/S:
The long-awaited return of One Punch Man is finally upon us, and the hype is real. The new teaser trailer has ignited excitement among fans, who have been eagerly anticipating the third season since its announcement in 2022. While the wait has been agonizing, the trailer has provided a glimpse of what's to come, and it looks nothing short of spectacular. The stunning visuals and the promise of an epic showdown between Saitama and Garou have raised expectations to new heights.
The confirmation of J.C. Staff's return as the production studio is both intriguing and reassuring. While the second season received mixed reviews, the teaser trailer suggests that the studio has taken fans' feedback to heart. The involvement of key staff members from the previous seasons and the pre-animation by Kenichiro Aoki, who worked on season 2, hint at a potential return to the brilliance that made the first season so unforgettable. With the anticipation at an all-time high, One Punch Man season 3 is poised to deliver a visual feast and an unforgettable anime experience.
