Dr. Stone: Science Future Anime's Final Part Debuts on April 2

Dr. Stone: Science Future Final Season's Third Cours Premiere Date Announced
The staff for the third and final cours of Dr. Stone: Science Future, the fourth and final season of the Dr. Stone anime series, announced on Wednesday that the third part will premiere on April 2 on Tokyo MX and other channels at 10:00 p.m. JST (9:00 a.m. EST). This announcement marks a significant milestone for fans eagerly awaiting the conclusion of Senku's scientific adventures.
Advance Screening Event Details
Adding to the excitement, the anime's staff also announced an advance screening of episodes 25-27 with the voice cast on March 21 at the TOHO CINEMAS Hibiya in Tokyo. This exclusive event will also be live-streamed to five other theaters, allowing fans across Japan to participate in the early viewing experience.
Broadcast and Streaming Information
The anime originally premiered in January 2025 on the Tokyo MX channel, followed by broadcasts on BS11, Sun TV, KBS Kyoto, and TV Aichi. Simultaneously, the anime debuted in January on various streaming platforms in Japan, including ABEMA, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and DMM TV, ensuring wide accessibility for viewers. The season is being aired for three cours with breaks in between, providing a structured viewing experience.
Second Cours Recap
The anime season's second cours premiered on July 10 and concluded on September 25, leaving fans anticipating the arrival of the final cours to resolve the ongoing storylines and character arcs.
Global Streaming Availability
Crunchyroll continues to stream the anime in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, and CIS, ensuring a global audience can follow the series. Moreover, Crunchyroll is also providing same-day English dubs, catering to English-speaking viewers and enhancing accessibility.
New Cast Members for the Final Season
The final season introduces several new cast members, enriching the existing ensemble with fresh voices and characters. These additions include:
- Kenji Nojima as Dr. Xeno
- Kōji Yusa as Stanley Snyder
- Mariko Higashiuchi as Maya
- Akira Sekine as Luna
- Chiharu Sawashiro as Carlos
- Taishi Murata as Max
- Hiroki Yasumoto as Brody
- Minami Hinata as Charlotte
- Megumi Han as Chelsea
- Reigo Yamaguchi as Leonard
These talented voice actors will bring new dimensions to the final season, further enhancing the viewing experience.
A Look Back at Previous Seasons
The first television anime debuted in July 2019, marking the beginning of the Dr. Stone anime adaptation. Crunchyroll streamed the first season as it aired, and Funimation provided a dub of the season, expanding its reach to international audiences. The anime also premiered on Toonami in August 2019, introducing the series to a wider demographic.
Dr. Stone: Stone Wars, the anime's second season, premiered in January 2021, continuing the story's momentum. Crunchyroll streamed the series worldwide, excluding Asia, while Funimation offered an English dub. The anime then debuted on Toonami in May 2021, further solidifying its popularity.
The one-hour Dr. Stone: Ryusui anime special aired in July 2022, offering a standalone story that captivated fans and provided additional content between seasons.
Dr. Stone: New World, the third Dr. Stone anime season, premiered its first cours in Japan in April 2023, consisting of 11 episodes. Crunchyroll streamed the anime as it aired in Japan, accompanied by an English dub. The anime also began airing on Toonami in June 2023, continuing its run on the network. The second cours of Dr. Stone: New World premiered in Japan in October 2023, culminating in the 22nd and final episode in December 2023.
Manga Origins and Legacy
Boichi and Riichirou Inagaki launched the Dr. Stone manga in Weekly Shonen Jump in March 2017, captivating readers with its unique blend of science and adventure. The series concluded in March 2022, leaving a lasting impact on the manga community. Viz Media has published the manga both digitally and in print, making it accessible to readers worldwide. MANGA Plus also published the manga digitally in English, further expanding its reach.