The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Official Release Date Revealed Alongside Feature Film

The hit historical mystery series The Apothecary Diaries is returning with a massive release slate. Producers have formally announced that The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 will premiere on October 2, 2026, with animation returning to TOHO Animation STUDIO and OLM. The upcoming third season will follow a split-cour broadcast format: the first half launches in Fall 2026, while the second part arrives in Spring 2027 (April to June). Additionally, an original theatrical anime movie, The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress’ Treasure, will land in theaters on December 11, 2026, debuting right in the middle of Season 3’s broadcast run. Fans can stream the main series directly on the Crunchyroll platform.

Key Information

• Series Title: The Apothecary Diaries (Kusuriya no Hitorigoto)
• Original Author: Natsu Hyuuga (Light Novel), Touko Shino (Illustrations)
• Animation Studios: TOHO Animation STUDIO, OLM
• Streaming Platform: Crunchyroll
• Genre: Historical Mystery, Medical Drama, Court Intrigue
• Official Website: Nippon TV Official English Page
• Official X Account: @kusuriya_PR

What Is the Release Schedule for The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 and the New Movie?

The franchise is expanding rapidly across television and film. The first cour of Season 3 kicks off on October 2, 2026. Just two months into the season, the standalone feature film The Apothecary Diaries: The Deceased Empress’ Treasure hits cinemas on December 11, 2026.

After a brief mid-season break, the second cour of Season 3 will resume in Spring 2027, running from April through June. This stacked rollout builds directly on the foundation laid by Season 1, which debuted in Fall 2023 with 24 episodes, and Season 2, which released in January 2025.

• Season 3 (Cour 1): October 2, 2026
• Original Anime Movie: December 11, 2026
• Season 3 (Cour 2): Spring 2027 (April to June)

Who Is the Creative Team Behind The Apothecary Diaries Season 3?

The adaptation continues under the co-production of TOHO Animation STUDIO and OLM, the legendary studio behind hits like Pokémon and Inazuma Eleven.

• Director and Script Supervisor: Norihiro Naganuma (The Ancient Magus’ Bride)
• Character Designer: Yukiko Nakatani (Go! Princess Precure, Tropical-Rouge! Precure)
• Art Director: Katsumi Takao (Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle)
• CGI Director: Yu Nagai (Komi Can’t Communicate)

Who Are the Main Voice Cast Members Returning for Season 3?

The original Japanese voice cast returns to reprise their roles in the imperial palace:

• Aoi Yuuki as Maomao
• Takeo Ootsuka as Jinshi
• Katsuyuki Konishi as Gaoshun
• Atsumi Tanezaki as Gyokuyo
• Yui Ishikawa as Lihua
• Hina Kino as Lishu
• Yuko Kaida as Ah-Duo
• Megumi Han as Meimei
• Ami Koshimizu as Pairin
• Hiroki Nanami as Joka
• Kimiko Saito as Yarite Babaa (Madam)
• Hiroshi Yanaka as Luomen
• Kenji Akabane as Lihaku
• Misaki Kuno as Xiaolan
• Mitsuaki Kanuka as Yabu Isha (Quack Doctor)