In a highly anticipated announcement, the official website for “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” has released the first promotional video for the upcoming third season, offering fans a glimpse into the exciting journey ahead. The video not only serves as a teaser for the new season but also introduces 10 new cast members, heightening the anticipation for what’s to come. The season is slated to premiere on April 5, creating a buzz among eager fans who can mark their calendars for the much-awaited event.
Adding to the excitement, Rin Kurusu has been revealed as the talent behind the ending theme song, titled “Believer.” The premiere is scheduled for April 5 at 11:00 p.m. as part of the “Friday Anime Night” programming block on NTV channel and its 29 affiliates. BS11 will also broadcast the series starting on April 6 at 10:00 p.m. To prepare viewers, NTV will air two compilation specials featuring newly recorded narration of the first two seasons on April 3 and 4.
Fans can brace themselves for an extended adventure, as the show is set to run for two continuous cours, covering half a year. Atsushi Nakayama, the experienced director from 8-Bit, returns to helm the series, with Toshizo Nemoto overseeing the series scripts. Character designer Ryōma Ebata and music composer Hitoshi Fujima, known for their work on previous installments, are also making a comeback.
STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION will perform the opening theme song, promising a captivating musical experience for fans. The anticipation for the third season builds on the success of the first two, which premiered in October 2018 and January 2021, respectively.
The franchise expanded with “The Slime Diaries: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime,” a spinoff manga adapted into a television anime that aired in April 2021. Following its conclusion, the second cours of the second season began in July 2021, treating fans to nine consecutive months of captivating content.
Highlighting the series’ popularity, the “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Scarlet Bond” film premiered in Japanese theaters in November 2022. Additionally, the three-episode anime “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Coleus’ Dream” debuted on November 1, with Crunchyroll providing subtitles and an English dub for international audiences. The expansive “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” universe continues to capture audiences’ attention, promising an immersive and thrilling experience in the upcoming season.