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Blue Lock seasons
As of October 2026, Blue Lock has two anime seasons totaling 38 episodes, plus one film. Season 1 has 24 episodes (2022–2023) and Season 2, titled VS. U-20 JAPAN, has 14 episodes (2024). The film Episode Nagi opened in Japanese theaters in April 2024. Eight Bit animates the series, and Crunchyroll streams it outside Japan. The manga by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura has run in Kodansha's Weekly Shōnen Magazine since August 2018, is still ongoing and reached 40 volumes in August 2026.
| Season | Premiere | End | Episodes | Studio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | October 9, 2022 | March 26, 2023 | 24 | Eight Bit |
| Season 2: VS. U-20 JAPAN | October 5, 2024 | December 28, 2024 | 14 | Eight Bit |
| Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi | April 19, 2024 | Eight Bit |
Season 1
Season 1 aired from October 9, 2022 to March 26, 2023, with 24 episodes. It introduces the Blue Lock program, the First Selection in which Isagi's Team Z fights to avoid elimination against squads such as Nagi's and Barou's, and the start of the Second Selection, where players face stronger rivals and must form new partnerships.
Season 2: VS. U-20 JAPAN
Season 2, VS. U-20 JAPAN, aired from October 5 to December 28, 2024, with 14 episodes, ending with a two-episode finale. The Blue Lock players take on Japan's U-20 national team in a match that decides the program's future. Sae Itoshi enters the story, and Isagi has to adapt to teammates who used to be his rivals.
Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi
Blue Lock: The Movie – Episode Nagi opened in Japanese theaters on April 19, 2024. It runs 91 minutes and was directed by Shunsuke Ishikawa. Based on the spin-off manga about Nagi, it retells the First Selection from his and Reo's point of view, starting from their high school days.
Next season Announced
Blue Lock season 3 was announced on September 28, 2025 at the BLUELOCK EGOIST FESTA 2025 event. On June 9, 2026 its title was revealed as Blue Lock: Neo Egoist League, adapting the arc of the same name. As of October 22, 2026, the official site still lists the season as in production, with no premiere date or broadcasters. Dates circulating on fan sites have not been confirmed by the production. Michael Kaiser, voiced by Mamoru Miyano, is featured in the official material.
FAQ
How many seasons does Blue Lock have?
As of October 2026, there are two anime seasons, with 24 and 14 episodes, plus the film Episode Nagi. Season 3, Neo Egoist League, is announced and in production, with no premiere date yet.
When does Blue Lock season 3 come out?
There is no official date yet. The season was announced in September 2025 and titled Neo Egoist League in June 2026. As of October 2026, the official site only says it is in production.
How many episodes does Blue Lock have?
There are 38 TV episodes so far: 24 in Season 1, which aired from 2022 to 2023, and 14 in Season 2, VS. U-20 JAPAN, from 2024. The Episode Nagi film is separate.
What order should I watch Blue Lock in?
Start with Season 1, then Season 2, VS. U-20 JAPAN. The Episode Nagi film retells the First Selection through Nagi and Reo, so it works best after Season 1.
Who is the main character of Blue Lock?
The main character is Yoichi Isagi, a little-known high school striker who joins the Blue Lock program. He starts on Team Z and stands out for his field vision and his ability to learn from every rival.
Is the Blue Lock manga finished?
No. The manga has run in Weekly Shōnen Magazine since August 2018 and is still ongoing, with 40 volumes in Japan as of August 2026. A live-action film also opened in Japan on August 7, 2026.
Sources
- Official TV anime site
- Anime Hack (eiga.com): ブルーロック ネオ・エゴイストリーグ
- AniTrendz: Blue Lock Announces Season 3 and Live-Action Film
- Wikipedia: Blue Lock
- Wikipedia: List of Blue Lock characters
- Anime Corner: season 2 two-episode finale
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