Official Announcement: Season 4 Arrives in 2026
The fan community has been anxiously awaiting news about a possible continuation, and the wait is finally over. NHK announced that the fourth season of the anime "Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun" (Mairimashita! Iruma-kun) will premiere in April 2026. The announcement, which generated great anticipation, was made after a re-broadcast of the final episode of the second season. The fourth season will be aired via NHK Educational for the Japanese audience, and Crunchyroll will handle the streaming distribution for North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Oceania, the Middle East, CIS, and India.
Previous Seasons' Summary: A Consistent Success
"Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun" has had a successful run since its debut in 2019. The first season, consisting of 23 episodes, premiered in October of that year and was well-received by critics and the public. Crunchyroll played a fundamental role by streaming it internationally and offering an English dub. The following seasons maintained the popularity, with the second premiering in April 2021 and the third in October 2022. Both were also streamed by Crunchyroll with their respective dubs. The series has established itself as a popular option within the isekai genre with a comical and endearing touch.
What to Expect from the New Season: Key Arc Adaptations
The fourth season is expected to focus on adapting the "Purson Soi" and "Music Festival" arcs from the original manga, which correspond to chapters 147 through 183. These arcs are particularly popular among fans due to their character development, memorable comedic moments, and storylines that delve deeper into the dynamics of the demonic world.
The Manga's Popularity and Its Global Impact
The animated series is just one part of the global success of "Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-kun". The original manga, created by Osamu Nishi, has become a phenomenon with nearly 20 million copies sold across its 44 volumes published to date. Kodansha USA handles the distribution of the manga in English. The series has garnered a good reputation online, with ratings on MyAnimeList of 7.74 for the first season, and 8.02 and 7.82 for the second and third seasons, respectively, demonstrating its popularity among anime fans.
