JoJo Fridays are officially back.

After *Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure* premiered with a special 47-minute first episode on March 19, Netflix is preparing to continue the adaptation of Hirohiko Araki’s Part 7 with a much more traditional weekly release schedule.

The **2nd & 3rd STAGE will begin streaming on [September 25, 2026](https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/steel-ball-run-jojos-bizarre-adventure-release-date-news)**, with a new episode arriving every Friday on Netflix. The upcoming run consists of **11 episodes in total**.

That means fans will have plenty of *Steel Ball Run* to watch throughout the Fall 2026 anime season.

Steel Ball Run Episode Release Schedule

Netflix has officially confirmed that the next 11 episodes will begin releasing on **Friday, September 25**, followed by one new episode every Friday.

Based on that confirmed weekly schedule, the release calendar is expected to look like this:

  • **Episode 1 — March 19, 2026** — Available now
  • **Episode 2 — September 25, 2026** — Confirmed
  • **Episode 3 — October 2, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 4 — October 9, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 5 — October 16, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 6 — October 23, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 7 — October 30, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 8 — November 6, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 9 — November 13, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 10 — November 20, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 11 — November 27, 2026** — Expected
  • **Episode 12 — December 4, 2026** — Expected

**Note:** Netflix has confirmed the September 25 start date, the Friday release pattern and a total of 11 episodes for the 2nd & 3rd STAGE. The individual dates after September 25 are based on that weekly schedule and assume there are no delays or breaks.

We will update this page if Netflix announces any changes to the release calendar.When Does Steel Ball Run Episode 2 Come Out?*Steel Ball Run* Episode 2 is scheduled to release on **Friday, September 25, 2026, on Netflix**.The episode marks the beginning of the anime’s 2nd STAGE and the return of the series more than six months after its March premiere.Netflix describes the next part of the race as a roughly 750-mile desert crossing where Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli encounter the mysterious area known as the **Devil’s Palm**. New characters including Mountain Tim, Hot Pants and Funny Valentine are also set to enter the story.Will Steel Ball Run Release Weekly?Yes.Unlike some previous Netflix releases of *JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure*, the next episodes of *Steel Ball Run* will follow a **weekly schedule**.Netflix and the[ official *JoJo* anime website ](https://jojo-portal.com/anime/sbr/)both state that new episodes will stream **every Friday beginning September 25**.The announced run contains 11 episodes covering the **2nd & 3rd STAGE**, bringing the anime to 12 episodes in total when combined with the 47-minute premiere.What Time Do New Steel Ball Run Episodes Release?Netflix has not announced a specific global release time for each upcoming *Steel Ball Run* episode.Netflix Originals are generally released at **12:00 a.m. Pacific Time**, although weekly series can follow different schedules.Because of that, viewers should check the *Steel Ball Run* page on Netflix on release day for the exact availability in their region.Why Was There Such a Long Wait After Episode 1?*Steel Ball Run* debuted on March 19 with what the production officially called the **1st STAGE**, presented as a single 47-minute episode.Rather than immediately continuing with weekly episodes, the series paused until September.The September return begins the **2nd & 3rd STAGE**, which will consist of 11 episodes released weekly.This gives *Steel Ball Run* a somewhat unusual release structure:**1st STAGE** March 19, 2026 1 special episode — 47 minutes**2nd & 3rd STAGE** Beginning September 25, 2026 11 episodes — released weekly on FridaysThe overall adaptation is also being released in a split format, meaning this is not expected to represent the entirety of *Steel Ball Run*.Where Can You Watch Steel Ball Run?*Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure* is streaming **exclusively on [Netflix ](https://help.netflix.com/en/node/118959)worldwide**.The first episode is already available, while weekly releases resume on September 25.The series is produced by **David Production**, the studio responsible for the previous *JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure* anime adaptations.What Is Steel Ball Run About?Set in America in **1890**, *Steel Ball Run* follows former jockey Johnny Joestar and the mysterious Gyro Zeppeli as they participate in an unprecedented horseback race across North America.The race stretches roughly **[4,000 miles](https://www.netflix.com/br/title/82116553)** and offers a massive **$50 million prize**, attracting competitors from around the world. But as Johnny and Gyro progress through the race, it becomes increasingly clear that the Steel Ball Run involves far more than simply reaching the finish line first.The anime adapts **Part 7 of Hirohiko Araki’s JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure manga**, introducing a new setting, characters and continuity to the franchise.Steel Ball Run Release Schedule at a Glance**Next episode:** Episode 2 **Release date:** September 25, 2026 **Streaming service:** Netflix **Release day:** Friday **Upcoming run:** 11 episodes **Release format:** Weekly **2nd & 3rd STAGE expected finale:** December 4, 2026, if the weekly schedule continues without interruption*Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure* returns September 25 on Netflix, with new episodes every Friday.**Anime Meridian will keep this release schedule updated as Netflix announces new episode information, delays or changes to the series.**