As the Winter 2026 anime season draws to a close, one of its heaviest hitters is about to reach a major milestone. Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3: The Culling Game Part 1 is airing its extended finale this week, and this is the place to discuss the final episode, the season as a whole, and where the story is headed next.
Show Information
- Based on: Manga by Gege Akutami
- Animation Studio: MAPPA
- Current Arc: The Culling Game (Part 1)
- Streaming on: Crunchyroll (worldwide, excluding Asia)
- Total Episodes for Part 1: 12
What’s Happening This Week?
The 12th and final episode of this season, titled the “Main Story Expanded Special,” will air on March 26, 2026. Unlike a standard 23-minute episode, this finale will be an extended 27-minute special.
Episode List & Titles (Season 3, Part 1)
Here is a list of the episodes for this season, which serves as the 59th overall entry in the series. Episode titles follow the progression of the “Culling Game” arc from the original manga.
- The Culling Game Begins
- Tokyo No. 1 Colony
- Sendai Colony
- The Rules of the Game
- Hakari vs. Charles
- The Height of Excitement
- Tokyo No. 2 Colony
- The Sumo and the Idol
- The Commanders’ Meeting
- Ren’s Shadow
- A Storm Rolls In
- Rampage (Extended Finale - March 26, 2026)
Voice Cast (Main)
The main cast returns to voice these iconic characters:
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Yuji Itadori | Junya Enoki |
| Megumi Fushiguro | Yuma Uchida |
| Nobara Kugisaki | Asami Seto |
| Satoru Gojo | Yuichi Nakamura |
| Ryomen Sukuna | Junichi Suwabe |
| Kenjaku | Akira Ishid |
The main cast returns to voice these iconic characters:
| Character | Japanese Voice Actor |
|---|---|
| Yuji Itadori | Junya Enoki |
| Megumi Fushiguro | Yuma Uchida |
| Nobara Kugisaki | Asami Seto |
| Satoru Gojo | Yuichi Nakamura |
| Ryomen Sukuna | Junichi Suwabe |
| Kenjaku | Akira Ishida |
Staff
- Director: Shōta Goshozono
- Series Composition: Hiroshi Seko
- Character Design: Yosuke Yajima & Hiromi Niwa
- Music: Yoshimasa Terui
- Opening Theme: “AIZO” by King Gnu
- Ending Theme: “Yoake no Uta” by jo0ji
Should You Catch Up? (A Short Review & Recommendation)
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
Do you need to catch up before the finale? Absolutely.
Why you should watch: This season has been a masterclass in tension. The “Culling Game” arc throws our heroes into a chaotic battle royale where the rules of Jujutsu society are completely rewritten. Director Shōta Goshozono continues to push the boundaries of action animation, delivering some of the most stunning and visceral fight sequences of the year. The expansion of the world and the introduction of a wide array of new, powerful characters have made every episode feel essential.
How to catch up: If you’ve fallen behind, the first 11 episodes are available to stream now on Crunchyroll. The story has been building toward a major confrontation, and the extended runtime for Episode 12 promises a climax that will leave a lasting impact. It’s a near-perfect time to jump back in before the series takes a break ahead of the eventual second part of the Culling Game arc.
Verdict for new viewers: While you could enjoy the animation on its own, starting a series this deep into its story would be a disservice to the complex plot and character development. If you’re new, start from the very beginning with Season 1. For existing fans, you won’t want to miss this finale live.
Discussion Starters
- What are your predictions for the finale?
- Which episode had the best animation this season?
- How do you think this arc compares to the “Shibuya Incident” arc from Season 2?
- What are you most looking forward to in the second part of the Culling Game?