Netflix Announces Steel Ball Run Second Stage for Fall 2026

Netflix has announced that the second stage of its anime adaptation of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run will begin streaming in fall 2026, with new episodes releasing weekly on the platform. The update comes more than five months after the series premiered its first episode on March 19, 2026, leaving fans awaiting further installments.

The announcement, shared on Netflix's official social media account, outlined a split-cour release structure for the entire season. This approach divides the series into batches, or cours, with pauses between them to allow for ongoing production. "Thank you for all the incredible support for STEEL BALL RUN JoJo's Bizarre Adventure," the statement read. "The series is currently in production and will be available for everyone to enjoy. We are planning a split-cour release across the entire run of episodes. The next cour 2nd STAGE will begin streaming in fall 2026 on Netflix, with one new episode released each week. This release schedule is part of our original plan and reflects the wishes of the production committee. Your passion and enthusiasm mean a great deal to everyone involved in the preparation. We appreciate your patience and...