Pokémon Horizons Season 3’s third and final part, titled “Rising Hope,” is set to debut on Netflix on 26 June 2026, marking the conclusion of the series’ latest narrative arc. The release, announced by the streaming platform, will see the episode premiere simultaneously in the U.S. And Latin America, while other regions will face a delayed rollout. The series, produced by OLM and directed by Daiki Tomiyasu and Saori Den, premiered in Japan on 11 April 2025 on TV Tokyo before its Netflix debut on 6 January 2026. The third part follows two earlier segments, with the second already scheduled for 20 March 2026.
The third season’s narrative centers on the protagonists—Liko, Roy, and Dot—intensifying their training at Blueberry Academy to confront the looming threat of Laquium, a mysterious substance linked to the aggressive behavior of Pokémon. The official synopsis highlights the academy’s role as a hub for battling Elite Four members and encountering rare Pokémon, alongside the characters’ personal growth. Ult, a key figure in the series, is set to uncover his own ambitions as a Trainer, while the team gains insights into Terapagos and its connection to Laquium.
A teaser trailer for the third part was released on 20 May 2026 via the Official Pokémon YouTube channel, amassing over 6.95 million subscribers. The 59-second clip, described as a “first look,” emphasizes the series’ focus on training and high-stakes battles, with a voiceover stating, “Get ready for the journey with Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope coming to Netflix on June 26.” The trailer’s brevity underscores the series’ shift toward action and character development, with glimpses of battles involving Mega Evolution and Terastallization.
The voice cast includes Alejandra Reynoso as Liko, Anjali Kunapaneni as Roy, and Faye Mata as Dot, alongside Crispin Freeman as Professor Friede and Ikue Ōtani as Captain Pikachu. Laura Stahl voices Ult, whose arc is expected to deepen in the final part. The season comprises 34 episodes in total, with the third part consisting of 12 episodes. Titles such as “Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!” and “Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!” suggest a focus on competitive battles and unresolved conflicts.
Production details reveal OLM, the studio behind the Pokémon animated series since the 1990s, as the creative force behind the project. Tomiyasu and Den, both veteran animators, have previously worked on Pokémon films and special episodes. The series’ structure, divided into story arcs for Netflix, reflects a strategy to maintain viewer engagement across multiple releases. While the third part’s release date has been confirmed, no official announcements have been made regarding a Season 4, leaving the franchise’s future open to speculation.
As fans await the June 2026 premiere, the series continues to build anticipation through its narrative progression and character dynamics. The emphasis on training and
