My Hero Academia season 8 has now released all its episodes, marking the end of one of the most beloved anime series of the last decade. The popular anime, based on Kohei Horikoshi's manga, might continue with other TV titles (the spin-off/prequel My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, and Netflix's live-action remake) but the main show has said goodbye forever in 2025. Here's everything you should know about the episode count, the season's reception, trailers, and where to watch it.
After almost a decade, Deku's story has come to an end in the most epic way possible, with a last fight between the big bad All for One and the brave students of U.A. High School. Adapting the final arcs from the manga, the show brought back Bakugo, Todoroki, Uraraka and the rest of the gang, and we even got three epilogue episodes to get proper closure with the characters.
Below, we've put together a guide on every key piece of information about the final season. For even more, check out our complete guide to all the latest new anime in 2025, including Dan Da Dan season 3 and Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle 2.
My Hero Academia season 8 release dates
My Hero Academia's final season began on October 4, 2025, as it was revealed on a pullout in an issue of Shonen Jump. Those expecting a straightforward My Hero Academia season 8 release schedule, however, were left puzzled by its hours-late arrival on Crunchyroll, as well as a lack of subtitles. Luckily for everyone, the next episodes released more smoothly on Saturdays.
The show ended on December 13, 2025 with the release of the last ever episode.
Here's the complete My Hero Academia season 8 release schedule, in case you want to check exact release dates:
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 1: October 4, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 2: October 11, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 3: October 18, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 4: October 25, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 5: November 1, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 6: November 8, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 7: November 15, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 8: November 22, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 9: November 29, 2025
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 10: December 6, 2025 -
- My Hero Academia season 8, episode 11: December 13, 2025
My Hero Academia season 8 review
My Hero Academia's final season has a 98% approval rating from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes.
At GamesRadar+ we thought the last episode cemented the anime as one of the all-time great superhero stories, writing: "Deku's unlikely journey, mirrored by Horikoshi's own, is an inspiration to anyone who's ever dreamed big, to anyone who's ever failed but found the strength to pick themselves back up and try again. That's why the greatest superhero epic of this hero age we find ourselves in wasn't created by Marvel or DC. It's this weird, quirky saga that earnestly captures the essence of heroism like no other."
My Hero Academia season 8 story: which manga chapters is it adapting?
My Hero Academia season 8 picks up where the previous season left off, adapting the remainder of the Final War arc (chapters 398-424 of Kohei Horikoshi's manga) and the Epilogue arc (chapters 425-430).
The 'Final War' label given to the last major arc should give you some indication that we're in the midst of the ultimate battle between the Heroes (such as All Might and Deku) and Villains (Shigaraki and All For One, to name but a few).
My Hero Academia previously said goodbye to Toga, who sacrificed her life to save Ochago thanks to her Quirk – essentially a blood transfusion. All Might and All For One's city-razing battle also continued, with the previous season showing All Might gaining the upper hand but All For One frustrating the villain by remaining resolute – and laughing during the fight.
Deku, meanwhile, also has his own final battle to contend with, as he's going one on one with Shigaraki and is struggling to gain the upper hand.
Essentially, then, My Hero Academia season 8 comes down to a final showdown between the heroes and those in Class 1-A, and the Paranormal Liberation Front with the world at stake. No pressure…
Is My Hero Academia season 8 the final season and will there be a final movie?
Yes, My Hero Academia season 8 is the final season. Unlike one of its peers, Demon Slayer, the superhero shonen has come to a close on our TV screens this year instead of opting for a big-screen film release.
While the main adaptation will end here with the eighth season, a new spin-off, titled Vigilantes, was released in 2025.
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My Hero Academia season 8 episode count
My Hero Academia season 8 ran for 11 episodes.
A cursory glance at the manga's remaining 30-or-so chapters gave us an indication of what to expect. Taking into account that the previous season (roughly) adapted three manga chapters per episode, at least 11 episodes were needed to wrap everything up.
Where to watch My Hero Academia season 8
As revealed during the AnimeJapan 2025 festivities, My Hero Academia season 8 is streaming on Crunchyroll.
My Hero Academia season 8 trailer and cast news
My Hero Academia season 8 released an official trailer over the summer 2025, which you can see above. It teases an epic last fight between Midoriya and Shigaraki, with incredible images and action.
A previous teaser was released earlier in the year, which was a pretty basic 20-second clip just unveiling the Final Season announcement. It also showcases the key visual, which features a battle-scarred Deku gearing up for one more fight.
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The main cast returned, including Deku (Daiki Yamashita), All Might (Kenta Miyake), All For One (Akio Otsuka), and Shigaraki (Koki Uchiyama).
As per Crunchyroll, Kenji Nagasaki is back as chief director and Naomi Nakayama on directing duties at Bones.
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