Solo Leveling Season 3: Release date rumors, cast updates and what to expect next
Solo Leveling has taken the anime world by storm with its breathtaking animation, gripping storyline, and the meteoric rise of Sung Jinwoo from the weakest hunter to a near-unstoppable force. After the explosive Season 2 finale in March 2025, fans are eagerly awaiting news about Solo Leveling Season 3. Here's everything we know so far about the upcoming season. Solo Leveling Season 3 Release Date Rumors
Speculation about the Solo Leveling Season 3 release date varies widely. Based on the production timeline of previous seasons, which saw Season 1 premiere in January 2024 and Season 2 in January 2025, some fans hoped for a January 2026 release.
Aleks Le, the English voice actor for Sung Jinwoo, confirmed that Season 3 is in the works but won't arrive 'for a while,' aligning with projections of late 2026 or 2027. Fans might also see a compilation film, similar to Solo Leveling: ReAwakening for Season 1, to bridge the gap Cast Updates for Solo Leveling Season 3
The core voice cast is expected to return for Solo Leveling Season 3, continuing the stellar performances that have defined the series. Confirmed returning cast members include: Taito Ban (Japanese) and Aleks Le (English) as Sung Jinwoo, the Shadow Monarch.
(Japanese) and (English) as Sung Jinwoo, the Shadow Monarch. Reina Ueda (Japanese) and Michelle Rojas (English) as Cha Hae-in, the S-rank hunter and Jinwoo's ally.
(Japanese) and (English) as Cha Hae-in, the S-rank hunter and Jinwoo's ally. Haruna Mikawa (Japanese) and Rebecca Wang (English) as Sung Jin-ah, Jinwoo's sister.
(Japanese) and (English) as Sung Jin-ah, Jinwoo's sister. Rikiya Koyama (Japanese) and Robert McCollum (English) as Sung Il-Hwan, Jinwoo's father, whose role will expand in Season 3. What to Expect from Solo Leveling Season 3
Solo Leveling Season 3 will pick up after the Jeju Island arc, which concluded around chapter 110 of the manhwa. The anime has adapted roughly 3.5 volumes per season, and Season 3 is expected to cover volumes 8 to 11, spanning the following arcs: Recruitment Arc : Jinwoo forms the Ahjin Guild, taking on a leadership role while recruiting new allies.
: Jinwoo forms the Ahjin Guild, taking on a leadership role while recruiting new allies. Ahjin Guild Arc : Jinwoo's guild faces new challenges, deepening his relationships with other hunters.
: Jinwoo's guild faces new challenges, deepening his relationships with other hunters. Double Dungeon Arc : A return to the dungeon where Jinwoo's journey began, revealing secrets about the System and his powers.
: A return to the dungeon where Jinwoo's journey began, revealing secrets about the System and his powers. Japan Crisis and International Guild Conference Arcs: Global stakes rise as Jinwoo confronts international hunters and the looming threat of the Monarchs.
The season will delve deeper into the conflict between the Monarchs and Rulers, with Jinwoo facing formidable foes like the Dragon Monarch. Expect larger-scale battles, political intrigue, and emotional moments as Jinwoo uncovers the truth behind his abilities and his father's mysterious past. The narrative will grow darker and more existential, setting the stage for the final war in the manhwa's later arcs.
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