Fans of My Hero Academia were caught by surprise when Crunchyroll accidentally released a brand new trailer for the anime’s final season. The video appeared on Crunchyroll’s official YouTube channel and its English X account but was swiftly removed within a few hours. The YouTube upload was switched to private, and the post on X disappeared soon after, sparking speculation among the fandom.
Although Crunchyroll has yet to release an official statement, many believe the trailer was uploaded ahead of schedule. The clip featured never-before-seen footage of Deku’s climactic battle with Shigaraki, which makes it likely that the reveal was intended to align with official promotional plans from the Japanese production team. This is not the first time Crunchyroll has slipped up with early uploads. The company had previously listed a release date for Black Clover Season Two earlier than planned, before quickly retracting it.
Despite the sudden removal, excitement for the final season remains sky-high. The new season is confirmed to premiere on October 4, 2025, with streaming on Crunchyroll. Fans are expecting an intense conclusion to the story, especially with the anime focusing on the ultimate showdown between heroes and villains. The footage that briefly surfaced hinted at a visually charged and emotional finale, one that will bring to life the most crucial battles of Kohei Horikoshi’s manga.
At this point, it is unclear whether the deletion was the result of human error, a technical misstep in scheduling, or a deliberate shift in marketing strategy. However, with the “Hero Villain Fest” event scheduled in Japan on August 17, many are speculating that the trailer will be officially revealed there, accompanied by additional announcements and promotional material.
The final season of My Hero Academia is one of the most anticipated anime releases of the year, not only because it marks the conclusion of a long-running and beloved series but also because it promises to deliver some of the most emotionally charged battles the franchise has ever seen. Whether intentional or not, the trailer leak has only heightened anticipation for what is to come.
Final Thoughts
As My Hero Academia prepares to enter its final chapter on screen, the stakes have never been higher for Deku and his classmates. While the early removal of the trailer has left fans waiting, it has also built up even more curiosity and excitement. The official release will no doubt send the fandom into a frenzy when it finally drops.
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