Kapanlagi.com - The third season of ALICE IN BORDERLAND officially premiered on September 25, 2025, globally on Netflix. This series, adapted from the manga by Haro Aso, is once again directed by Shinsuke Sato, with the main cast Kento Yamazaki as Arisu and Tao Tsuchiya as Usagi.
After successfully completing the card game in the previous season and returning to the real world, Arisu and Usagi's lives seem happy. However, that peace is disturbed when their memories of Borderland resurface in the form of dreams and hallucinations.
The situation becomes even more complex when Usagi suddenly disappears. Her departure brings Arisu back into the world of Borderland to search for her. This world is now dominated by one last card, the Joker, which holds the darkest and most terrifying puzzles. Check out the full synopsis below.
1. Usagi Disappears, Arisu Returns to Borderland

Synopsis of 'ALICE IN BORDERLAND' Season 3 (credit: YouTube/Netflix)
The peaceful life that Arisu and Usagi experienced after leaving Borderland is gradually disturbed by psychological disturbances. Their memories of that deadly world emerge in dreams that cannot be explained logically.
One day, Usagi disappears without a trace. She is kidnapped by an eccentric scientist named Ryuji, who is obsessed with life after death, and brings her back to Borderland.
2. Meeting Banda and the Beginning of Arisu's Journey
In sadness and confusion, Arisu meets Banda, who now resides in Borderland. From Banda, Arisu learns that Usagi is still alive and has returned to the world they once left behind.
This information leaves Arisu with no choice but to return to Borderland. Shortly after returning, he is immediately greeted by terrifying obstacles such as rain of fire arrows and deadly electric currents that test his physical and mental endurance.
3. Joker Card and New Mysteries

Synopsis of 'ALICE IN BORDERLAND' Season 3 (credit: YouTube/Netflix)
One card remains in the game, the Joker, which is at the center of all the conflicts this season. The Joker is predicted to introduce the deadliest and most deceitful game ever faced.
Netflix showcases a visual teaser and a poster showing Usagi and Arisu reaching for each other amidst the chaos of Borderland, creating a dark and mysterious atmosphere that depicts the psychological pressure of the game.
4. Returning Cast and New Faces
In addition to Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya, several actors from the previous season are returning, such as Hayato Isomura, Ayaka Miyoshi, and Katsuya Maiguma. Their presence is believed to strengthen the narrative continuity from the previous season.
Meanwhile, new faces joining include Koji Ohkura, Risa Sudou, Hiroyuki Ikeuchi, Tina Tamashiro, Kotaro Daigo, and Kento Kaku as Ryuji. Ryuji becomes a key character whose role is not yet fully clear, whether as a friend or foe.
5. Large Scale Production and Stunning Visuals

Synopsis of 'ALICE IN BORDERLAND' Season 3 (credit: YouTube/Netflix)
The ALICE IN BORDERLAND season 3 series promises even more magnificent and complex cinematic visuals compared to the previous two seasons. The details of the visual effects and action choreography will be more intense thanks to the involvement of the same production team.
This series is again written by Yasuko Kuramitsu and Shinsuke Sato, with musical support from Yutaka Yamada and cinematography by Taro Kawazu. This massive production is done by ROBOT and released exclusively on Netflix.
6. Questions About ALICE IN BORDERLAND Season 3
Q: When is ALICE IN BORDERLAND SEASON 3 airing?
A: The series will air on September 25, 2025, globally, only on Netflix.
Q: Who are the new characters in this third season?
A: Among them are Ryuji (Kento Kaku), Rei the blue-haired girl, Tetsu, and Kazuya who looks deadly in the trailer.
Q: What is the role of the Joker card in this season?
A: The Joker is the only remaining card believed to be at the core of the final and most dangerous game.
Q: Will Arisu and Usagi reunite?
A: Arisu returns to Borderland to find Usagi, but whether they will meet again remains a big question.
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