Alice in Borderland Season 3: Release Date, Cast, and Plot Details

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In a thrilling update for fans of the dark Japanese sci-fi drama series, "Alice in Borderland," it has officially been renewed for a third season. This series, which has garnered immense popularity, brings viewers into a chilling alternate version of Tokyo, where a group of young people becomes ensnared in a series of deadly games.

Based on Haro Aso's manga of the same name, the show has made a significant impact with its remarkable visual effects and heart-pounding action sequences. Season 3 promises to continue this adrenaline-packed journey, with stars Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya returning as Arisu and Usagi, and Shinsuke Sato back in the director's chair, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

Alice in Borderland Season 3 Release Date

While the news of Season 3's renewal has excited fans, it's essential to remember that "Alice in Borderland" isn't known for its speedy episode releases. There was a two-year gap between the first and second seasons, and a similar wait is expected for the next chapter. Given that the confirmation for Season 3 only arrived in September 2023, it's plausible that we might have to wait until the following year. This suggests that the show may return to its familiar Christmas release window in 2024. Keep an eye on this page for updates as more information becomes available.

Alice in Borderland Season 3 Cast

Officially, Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya will reprise their roles as Ryōhei Arisu and Yuzuha Usagi in Season 3. However, the full cast list for the upcoming episodes is yet to be revealed. Here's a list of major characters from Season 2 who could potentially return:

Kento Yamazaki as Ryōhei Arisu

Tao Tsuchiya as Yuzuha Usagi

Nijiro Murakami as Shuntarō Chishiya

Ayaka Miyoshi as Ann Rizuna

Dori Sakurada as Suguru Niragi

Aya Asahina as Hikari Kuina

Yutaro Watanabe as Kōdai Tatta

Tsuyoshi Abe as Keiichi Kuzuryū

Sho Aoyagi as Morizono Aguni

Riisa Naka as Mira Kano

Alice in Borderland Season 3 Plot

With the conclusion of Season 2, which closely followed the manga's storyline, fans are left wondering where the show will head next. It's possible that adaptations of the "Alice in Borderland Retry" manga or Haro Aso's other spin-off, "Alice on Border Road," may be in the works, but there's little information on this front. What is known is that the mysterious Joker card, teased at the end of Season 2, will play a significant role going forward. In the manga, the Joker symbolizes the Ferryman, who holds the key for the characters to return to the real world. This implies vast narrative possibilities for the future.

Alternatively, the writers may choose to craft an entirely new storyline for Arisu and the gang, given the expansive world of the show offers creative freedom. A potential Season 3 could dive deeper into the enigmatic mysteries behind the deadly games and their orchestrators, addressing lingering questions about how and why the characters were transported to this peculiar world.

We will keep an eye on Alice in Borderland Season 3 and track its development and update you accordingly.

Alice in Borderland seasons 1 and 2 are available to stream now on Netflix.

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