The indomitable Senku Ishigami and his Kingdom of Science are poised to return in Dr. Stone: Science Future Cour 3, officially slated for a 2026 premiere. This latest chapter in the celebrated science-adventure saga promises to escalate the stakes of humanity’s rebirth through groundbreaking inventions. The announcement comes directly from the production team, marking another milestone in the franchise’s unrelenting quest to rebuild civilization with the power of knowledge.
The reveal was made during a special online event dedicated to the Dr. Stone series, where key visuals and teaser details were unveiled to highlight the upcoming arc. Titled Dr. Stone: Science Future Cour 3, this segment will adapt further volumes of the original manga, delving deeper into the post-apocalyptic world's technological renaissance. While an exact premiere date within 2026 remains under wraps, the production has confirmed it will air as part of the Winter 2026 anime lineup, aligning with the franchise's tradition of seasonal releases.
Returning to helm the project is director Shinya Imai, known for his work on previous seasons, ensuring continuity in the series' dynamic pacing and visually stunning depictions of scientific experiments. The animation studio TMS Entertainment, a staple for the adaptation, will once again bring the manga's intricate inventions to life with meticulous detail. Voice cast favorites, including Yusuke Kobayashi as the brilliant protagonist Senku Ishigami and Kengo Kawanishi as his steadfast companion Taiju Oki, are expected to reprise their roles, though full confirmations are pending.
This cour follows the momentum of Science Future Cour 1 and Cour 2, which aired in 2024 and early 2025, respectively. Those segments adapted the manga's "New Stone World" arc, introducing advanced challenges like interstellar exploration and bio-engineering feats that tested the Kingdom of Science's limits. With Cour 3 on the horizon, anticipation builds around how Senku's team will tackle escalating global threats, potentially incorporating even more cutting-edge concepts from modern and futuristic science.
The Dr. Stone anime has been a standout in the shonen genre since its debut in 2019, praised for its educational undertones and thrilling narrative. Each season has escalated the scope, from rudimentary Stone Age tools to sophisticated machinery, all while maintaining a core message: science as the ultimate tool for humanity's salvation.
What Dr. Stone: Science Future is About
The Dr. Stone franchise originated as a manga series written by Riichiro Inagaki and illustrated by Boichi, serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump from March 2017 to March 2022, spanning 232 chapters across 27 volumes. It quickly garnered acclaim for its unique premise, blending post-apocalyptic survival with a deep reverence for scientific history and innovation. The series won the 64th Shogakukan Manga Award in the shōnen category in 2019 and inspired spin-offs, light novels, and merchandise, cementing its status as a cultural phenomenon. Its anime adaptation, produced by TMS Entertainment, began airing in July 2019 and has since expanded into multiple seasons, with Science Future representing the final major arc.
At its heart, Dr. Stone: Science Future chronicles the audacious efforts of a young genius to reconstruct society from the ashes of a petrified world. The story unfolds several thousand years after a cataclysmic event that fossilized all human life, leaving behind a silent planet overrun by nature. Amid this desolation, the narrative explores themes of perseverance, collaboration, and the transformative power of knowledge, as a small band of survivors leverages chemistry, physics, and engineering to reclaim progress.
As per Crunchyroll's official description of Dr. Stone: Science Future:
Several thousand years after a mysterious phenomenon that turns all of humanity to stone, the extraordinarily intelligent, science-driven boy, Senku Ishigami, awakens. Facing a world of stone and the total collapse of civilization, Senku makes up his mind to use science to rebuild the world. Starting with his super strong childhood friend Taiju Oki, who awakened at the same time, they will begin to rebuild civilization from nothing... Depicting two million years of scientific history from the Stone Age to present day, the unprecedented crafting adventure story is about to begin!
This synopsis encapsulates the series' foundational drive, with Science Future elevating the stakes through encounters with rival factions, ethical dilemmas in technological advancement, and explorations of humanity's potential beyond Earth.
For viewers eager to dive into Dr. Stone: Science Future, all episodes of previous cours and seasons will stream exclusively on Crunchyroll, with simulcast options for international audiences. The platform offers subtitles in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese, alongside premium dubs. New episodes of Cour 3 are slated to follow the same model upon premiere, ensuring global accessibility for Senku's next scientific odyssey.
Source: Official X account of the Dr. Stone anime (@dr_stone_PR).
