Kingdom: Season 6 release date and time for every region, where to watch, and everything you need to know

Ri Shin, Ou Hon, and Mou Ten as seen in Kingdom Season 6
Ri Shin, Ou Hon, and Mou Ten as seen in Kingdom Season 6 (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)

Kingdom: Season 6 materializes from the battlefield with official confirmation that will reshape the anime landscape this October. The legendary Warring States saga is set to unleash its most ambitious chapter yet.

Kingdom: Season 6 launches October 4, 2025, targeting the Western Zhao Invasion arc across global domains. The series transitions into its sixth iteration with enhanced production values and condensed seasonal formats designed to preserve consistent quality output.

A new battle begins in the new season (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)
A new battle begins in the new season (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)

Kingdom: Season 6 marks around three years since the climax of the fifth season. The series will keep its Saturday broadcast slot on NHK General TV at 12:10 JST, providing Japanese audiences with weekly episodes throughout the season.

The production timeline indicates that Season 6 will have a similar episode count to recent seasons, likely featuring 13-15 episodes. This shorter format has become Studio Pierrot's best approach, entitling it to higher animation quality and more frequent season releases.


Kingdom: Season 6 Release Schedule

Time ZoneRelease DayRelease TimeRelease Date
Japan Standard Time (JST)Saturday12:10 PMOctober 4, 2025
Central European Time (CET)Saturday5:10 AMOctober 4, 2025
Eastern Standard Time (EST)Friday11:10 PMOctober 3, 2025
Central Standard Time (CST) Friday10:10 PMOctober 3, 2025
India Standard Time (IST) Saturday8:40 AM October 4, 2025
Pacific Standard Time (PST) Friday8:10 PMOctober 3, 2025

During daylight saving periods, some regions may encounter one-hour variations. Streaming platform availability may vary by 30-60 minutes depending on processing and subtitle preparation times.


Where to Watch Kingdom: Season 6

Yo Tan Wa, Ou Sen, and Kan Ki as seen in the new season (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)
Yo Tan Wa, Ou Sen, and Kan Ki as seen in the new season (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)

Earlier Kingdom seasons have been available on Crunchyroll Premium, making it the most likely platform for international streaming of the new season. Crunchyroll has consistently supplied access to Kingdom content with proficient subtitles and high-quality video streams.

Alternative viewing options may include:

  • Prime Video (availability varies by region)
  • Apple TV (purchase option)

Fans should note that streaming availability can vary immensely between regions due to licensing agreements. Some territories may experience stalled releases or limited platform options.


Story Arc and Plot Expectations

Ri Shin, the General of Qin's army (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)
Ri Shin, the General of Qin's army (Image Source: Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost)

The upcoming season will adapt the Western Zhao Invasion arc, picturing the beginning of large-scale warfare between the Qin and Zhao kingdoms. This storyline marks a consequential escalation in the series' military conflicts.

Main characters Shin, Kyou Kai, Mou Ten, and Ou Hon will face their most difficult military crusades yet. The arc introduces new strategic aspects and a political conspiracy that will test the protagonists' growth from previous seasons.

Also, this season familiarizes five new characters with their individual voice actors: Koji Takeda as Akou, Dai Matsumoto as Makou, Shinosuke Tachibana as Akakin, Yoshino Nanjo as Kanjou, and Masaki Mizunaka as Kanki. These acquisitions expand the series' already vast cast.

Kingdom: Season 6 defines a key moment for the franchise, merging improved animation quality with one of the manga's most exciting story arcs. The collaboration between Studio Pierrot and Studio Signpost, along with NHK's continued support, places this season to deliver epic warfare. With noteworthy source material remaining and strong franchise undertakings across multiple media formats, it marks just one chapter in the series's preceding legacy.

Edited by Akihito Chakma