The curses
of the Jusenkyo ponds will continue to unleash chaos on contemporary
television. The production committee has officially announced that the new
anime adaptation of the classic manga Ranma 1/2 will have a
third season, which will begin airing during the month of October through
the Japanese network NTV and with exclusive global
distribution through Netflix.
The update,
shared through the franchise's official website, was accompanied by the release
of the first promotional image and a new trailer. This video trailer offers a
first look at the action sequences that will make up this new installment,
while confirming the return and the new additions to the technical team of the
studio in charge.
Details
of Ranma 1/2
The
animation production is maintained under the facilities of the MAPPA studio,
preserving the modernized aesthetics that characterized the first two
installments. To ensure the fluidity of martial arts and comedy, the management
and animation team adds new veteran talents to its ranks.
About
the franchise
The story
follows Ranma Saotome, a young martial arts prodigy who, after a
training accident in the legendary cursed ponds of China, undergoes a peculiar
transformation: every time he is sprayed with cold water, his body changes to
that of a girl, returning to his male form only on contact with hot water.
Added to this curse is an arranged marriage to Akane Tendo, unleashing a spiral
of combat, rivalries and romantic comedy that has lasted for decades.
The
original work, created by legendary mangaka Rumiko Takahashi, is
one of the historical pillars of the industry. This animated modernization
project began its broadcast cycle in October 2024 with its first season,
followed by a second installment in October 2025. With the announcement of this
third part, the franchise consolidates its annual release format for the fall
season.
