Every My Hero Academia Final Season Episode Has High Ratings So Far: Has Bones Truly Made a Masterpiece?

Deku
Deku (Image Credit: Studio Bones)

The My Hero Academia final season is pulling off something almost no anime ever has. Every episode so far has scored 9 or higher on IMDb. And not with small numbers. Episode 5, released on November 1, has a 9.1 rating from over 3,000 viewers. That’s wild when you realize how rare that kind of consistency is in anime.

Most shows have ups and downs. Even the best ones struggle to stay strong all season. But Studio Bones seems to have figured it out this time. Episode 3, “The Final Boss!!,” even hit a 9.8 rating, one of the highest of 2025.

So what’s behind it? Are we watching true peak anime, or is it just the hype of the final chapter?


The Animation Quality of the My Hero Academia Final Season Is Unreal

Let's talk about what everyone notices first: the animation. Studio Bones went absolutely crazy with this season. Fans on Reddit and IMDb keep using the same word over and over: "movie-quality." And they're not exaggerating.

A shot from episode 3 (Image Credit: Studio Bones)
A shot from episode 3 (Image Credit: Studio Bones)

The brawl in Episode 3 between Bakugo and All For One contained some of the most fluid, vibrant animation that’s ever been in the series. The impact frames, the way the camera moves, and the way that characters just disappear and reappear because they are so fast. It all felt very blockbuster. Not something one can casually stream on a Saturday morning.

One fan on IMDb described it as watching a movie because of how good the animation was. Another viewer said that they had to rewind the scenes four or five times just to catch all the details. The My Hero Academia final season has consistently delivered these jaw-dropping moments, making each week feel like an event.


Bakugo's Character Arc Hit Different

Katsuki Bakugo (Image Credit: Studio Bones)
Katsuki Bakugo (Image Credit: Studio Bones)

But stunning visuals only get you so far. What elevated episode 3 of the My Hero Academia final season to that 9.8 rating was the emotional payoff. How Bakugo went from just an annoying rival to an actual hero is one of the most intricately written character arcs that you will find in a shonen anime. And this episode allowed him to shine in ways fans had been waiting for years to see.

The scene where he saves All Might? Chef's kiss. The moment he embraces the nickname Kacchan that he used to hate? Tears. Watching him go toe-to-toe with All For One while actually smiling like a true hero? Absolute cinema.

These weren't just cool action moments. They were the culmination of eight seasons of character development, and the My Hero Academia final season knew exactly how to deliver that payoff.


God Bless Studio Bones

All Might (Image Credit: Studio Bones)
All Might (Image Credit: Studio Bones)

From the looks of it, Studio Bones genuinely loves the My Hero Academia final season. You can feel it in every frame. The way the studio elevated everything about the show makes it more awesome. While other popular anime adaptations struggle with production issues, Bones went all-in for MHA's finale.

They even added a little extra detail that wasn't even in the manga. There was mention of the film, the appearance of side characters, and an improved opening sequence. The voice acting, the soundtrack, the rhythm, everything seems to be planned and made with due regard. It was a contrast between a studio merely aiming at completing a story and a studio wishing to respect a series that helped define modern shonen anime.


Can It Keep This Up?

Another shot from episode 3 (Image Credit: Studio Bones)
Another shot from episode 3 (Image Credit: Studio Bones)

The big question now is whether the My Hero Academia final season can sustain this momentum. There are still episodes to come, and fans remain optimistic but wary. Some worry that the quality may slip. Others note that the manga’s final arc was not well-received, even if the ending worked.

Still, judging by these first few episodes, Studio Bones isn’t slowing down. They are aware that this is their chance to give My Hero Academia a more iconic status. And they’re doing an amazing job so far.


Conclusion

Whether you're a longtime fan or someone who dropped off during earlier seasons, this final run is worth checking out. The My Hero Academia final season isn't just going out strong. It's going out like a true hero: with style, emotion, and one hell of an explosive finish.

Edited by Tanisha Aggarwal