BLUE LOCK Season 3 Confirmed + Live-Action Film Announced for 2026
The world of BLUE LOCK continues to expand! At BLUELOCK EGOIST FESTA 2025, fans received two huge announcements:
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The anime will return for Season 3, currently in production, adapting the highly anticipated Neo Egoist League arc.
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The series is getting its first-ever live-action film, set for a Summer 2026 theatrical release in Japan, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup.
These updates come after the massive success of BLUE LOCK Season 2 and the hit anime film BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI-.
Let’s dive deep into everything we know about Season 3, the live-action adaptation, comments from the creators, and what this means for the future of the franchise.
⚽ BLUE LOCK Season 3: The Neo Egoist League Arc
The Next Step in Isagi’s Journey
Season 3 of BLUE LOCK will focus on the Neo Egoist League arc, a major turning point in the series. Following the intense Blue Lock Project and the U-20 Japan match, Isagi and his rivals step onto the global stage.
In this arc:
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Players from Blue Lock are drafted into training camps by top international clubs (England, Spain, Germany, Italy, and France).
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Isagi finds himself testing his limits against world-class prodigies and eccentric international rivals.
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The arc highlights not just football skills, but also ego, adaptability, and the ability to thrive under extreme competition.
Why Fans Are Excited
The Neo Egoist League is one of the most beloved arcs in the manga because it introduces powerful new characters and showcases Isagi’s rapid evolution. Fans will finally get to see some of the world’s strongest strikers animated for the first time.
As illustrator Yusuke Nomura teased:
“The eccentric international players—who are even more intense than the Blue Lock team—are coming. Please wait for it!”
This means that Season 3 will bring new fan-favorite characters, spectacular match sequences, and jaw-dropping animation moments.
🎬 BLUE LOCK Live-Action Movie (2026)
Alongside Season 3, BLUE LOCK is making the leap into live-action for the first time ever.
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Release Date: Summer 2026 (aligning with the FIFA World Cup hype).
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Production Studio: CREDEUS, the same company behind successful live-action films like Kingdom and Golden Kamuy.
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Executive Production: CK WORKS.
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Distribution: Toho, a powerhouse in Japanese cinema.
Why This Matters
Live-action anime adaptations are always risky — but BLUE LOCK seems to have the perfect setup:
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CREDEUS has a proven track record of handling action-heavy manga adaptations.
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Football naturally lends itself to high-energy live-action sequences.
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Releasing during the World Cup will boost visibility and hype.
Previously, BLUE LOCK had been adapted into successful stage plays, so the live-action leap feels like a natural progression for the franchise.
✍️ Comments from the Creators
Both the original creators of BLUE LOCK shared their excitement during the FESTA 2025 announcement.
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Muneyuki Kaneshiro (Author):
“Season 3 is officially confirmed!!! We did it… Huge thanks to the entire Egoist production team…! This marks a brand-new beginning for Isagi and for us as well! We’ll be creating this with full ego, eyes spinning, and tongues out, so get on your knees and wait for it!”
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Yusuke Nomura (Illustrator):
“It’s finally been announced! We’re finally bringing the Neo Egoist League to life on screen. The eccentric international players—who are even more intense than the Blue Lock team—are coming. Please wait for it!”
These passionate statements capture the ego-driven spirit of BLUE LOCK and reassure fans that the team is going all-in for this next chapter.
📺 Where to Watch BLUE LOCK
If you’re catching up:
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BLUE LOCK Seasons 1 & 2 are streaming on Crunchyroll worldwide.
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BLUE LOCK THE MOVIE -EPISODE NAGI- had theatrical screenings in Japan and is expected to arrive on streaming soon.
With Season 3 in production, now is the perfect time to binge the anime and get ready for the Neo Egoist League arc.
🌍 BLUE LOCK’s Global Impact
Since its debut, BLUE LOCK has grown into one of the most popular sports anime worldwide, rivaling classics like Haikyuu!! and Kuroko’s Basketball.
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The manga, published by Kodansha, has surpassed 30 million copies in circulation.
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Season 1 received widespread praise for its unique psychological approach to sports storytelling.
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The franchise continues to grow through anime, movies, stage plays, merchandise, and now a live-action film.
With its focus on ego, ambition, and international rivalry, BLUE LOCK stands out as a modern sports phenomenon.
🔮 What to Expect Next
Here’s what fans should look forward to:
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Teaser visuals and trailers for Season 3 (likely in early-mid 2026).
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Casting announcements for the live-action movie — who will play Isagi, Bachira, Nagi, and Rin?
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More details on how the Neo Egoist League matches will be animated.
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Potential tie-in events leading up to the 2026 World Cup.
✅ Conclusion
The announcements at BLUELOCK EGOIST FESTA 2025 mark a new era for the franchise. With Season 3 in production and a live-action film coming in 2026, fans can look forward to an explosion of BLUE LOCK content in the next year.
The Neo Egoist League arc promises to push Isagi and the Blue Lock players to their limits against international talent, while the live-action movie aims to bring the intensity of ego-driven football to the big screen.
One thing is certain: BLUE LOCK’s ego is only getting bigger.
