The highly anticipated Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8 is set to premiere on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 1:53 AM JST across various Japanese networks, including CBC and TBS. Following its broadcast, the episode will be available for streaming with English subtitles on platforms such as Crunchyroll.
In the previous episode, Benimaru made a dramatic entrance at Fuchu prison, successfully rescuing the beleaguered members of Company 8 from the White-Clad. This heroic act culminated in the return of Shinra and his companions to Asakusa, setting the stage for the upcoming events.
Meanwhile, Hibana, Karim, and Huo Yan unearthed alarming revelations regarding the Holy Sol Orphanage, particularly its disturbing role in the creation of doppelgangers. Hibana’s discovery of Sumire’s true nature only added to the tension and excitement, leaving fans eager for the continuation of the storyline in Episode 8.
Release Date and Times for Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8
According to the official anime website, Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8 will air on May 24, 2025, at 1:53 AM JST. However, due to time zone variations, some international viewers can catch it a day earlier, on May 23, 2025. Below is the release schedule tailored to different time zones:
| Time Zone | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Standard Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 11 AM |
| Central Standard Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 1 PM |
| Eastern Standard Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 2 PM |
| Brazil Standard Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 3 PM |
| Greenwich Mean Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 7 PM |
| Central European Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 8 PM |
| Indian Standard Time | Friday, May 23, 2025 | 11:30 PM |
| Philippine Standard Time | Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 2 AM |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 3:30 AM |
Where to Watch Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8?
Fans can watch Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8 on various Japanese networks, such as CBC, TBS, MBS, and later on BS-TBS and NBC channels. For viewers outside Japan—including regions like Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, and Taiwan—the episode will be accessible on Crunchyroll as part of their Spring 2025 anime lineup.
Recap of Fire Force Season 3, Episode 7
The events of Episode 7 opened with Benimaru Shinmon arriving at Fuchu Prison, where he aimed to save Company 8 members from the White Clad’s onslaught. His quick thinking allowed the team to escape, as Joker intervened to eliminate the Infernal Bugs threatening Akitaru Obi.
After his rescue, Akitaru questioned Shinra regarding Leonard Burns, while Benimaru used his flame abilities to fend off their pursuers and escort the fatigued Company 8 to safety in Asakusa.
Although they evaded immediate danger, Haumea noted that their plans were still on track, hinting at the forthcoming Great Cataclysm. In a distressing turn of events, the Holy Sol Empire declared Shinra a fugitive in connection to Captain Burns’s mysterious disappearance.
As Company 1 held a solemn service for Leonard Burns, Karim and Huo Yan recalled their captain’s urging to reshape the world ahead. Meanwhile, Captain Pan noted the necessity of stronger ties with Company 8 following the losses of pivotal figures like Hague and Burns.
Hibana’s pursuit of truths related to the doppelganger issue led her to the ruins of St. Raffles Convent. Using her technology, she unearthed clues suggesting that the sisters at the orphanage had been experimenting with Infernal bugs, potentially transforming the convent into a site for horrific experiments. The episode concluded with an unsettling encounter, as Hibana felt another presence behind her—the enigmatic Sister Sumire.
Anticipations for Fire Force Season 3, Episode 8
In the upcoming Episode 8, the plot will delve deeper into Chapter 200, unveiling the intricate links of the St. Raffles Convent to the doppelganger phenomenon. Given the ominous connections established, viewers should not underestimate Sister Sumire’s role in these dark events.
The episode is expected to clarify Sumire’s motivations and may showcase an intense confrontation between her and Hibana, along with their allies. The revelations in this episode promise to be both shocking and pivotal in the ongoing narrative.