The message pinged: “Emergency Culling Game protocols initiated.” Sweat beaded on my forehead as I scrambled for the anime schedule. It felt like only yesterday Maki’s awakening blew the fandom apart—now, the stakes were higher than ever. Ready to mark your calendar?
Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 5: Find Your Release Time
Remember the water cooler chatter after Maki’s Perfect Preparation arc wrapped? Everyone was buzzing. Now, “Fever,” Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3 Episode 5, lands on January 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET) on Crunchyroll and Netflix. Think of this episode as the fuse being lit; all that potential energy is about to explode. Here’s a breakdown to sync your watches:
- US Release: January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM PT (12:00 PM ET)
- UK Release: January 29, 2026, 5:00 PM BST
- Australia Release: January 30, 2026, 3:00 AM AEST
- Philippines Release: January 30, 2026, 1:00 AM PHT
- India Release: January 29, 2026, 10:30 PM IST
What day does Jujutsu Kaisen release new episodes?
Generally, Jujutsu Kaisen drops new episodes on a weekly schedule, but exact days can vary slightly depending on your region and streaming platform. Keep an eye on Crunchyroll or Netflix for the most accurate, up-to-the-minute information.
Countdown to “Fever”
Time zones can be tricky. Use this countdown to ensure you don’t miss a second:
The fifth episode of JJK Season 3 is live now! Stream the new episode on Netflix or Crunchyroll.
Where can I watch Jujutsu Kaisen?
Jujutsu Kaisen is readily available on Crunchyroll and Netflix, depending on your region. Both platforms offer subscription plans. Check their websites for specific availability in your area.
Inside Episode 5: Hakari, Yuji, and a Gamble
Think of the Culling Games prep as a pressure cooker. With Maki’s rampage concluded, the story shifts focus. Episode 5 sees Yuji and Megumi seeking out Kinji Hakari, the suspended Jujutsu High third-year, hoping he’ll join their fight. Here’s the official synopsis:
“Following the Shibuya Incident, Yaga is sentenced to death. An assassin and Gakuganji appear before him. Meanwhile, Itadori and Fushiguro leave Seisei Palace and head to the venue of a gambling match being hosted by Kinji Hakari, a suspended third-year student at Jujutsu High, to ask for his help. Since Hakari is not on good terms with the higher-ups, the two hide their identities and infiltrate the gambling match, the “Gachinko Fight Club Tournament.”
Will Principal Yaga’s death impact the story?
Yes. Besides the Hakari introduction, prepare for Masamichi Yaga’s final moments. Facing a death sentence for his students’ role in the Shibuya Incident, his fate will undoubtedly ripple through the narrative, especially affecting Panda. Will this loss galvanize the remaining Jujutsu sorcerers?
With power shifts and emotional gut-punches on the horizon, the question isn’t if you’ll watch, but how you’ll emotionally prepare; are you ready for what MAPPA Studios has cooked up?