The race for redemption has a confirmed date and time: «JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run» premieres on Netflix this Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT. The long-awaited Part 7 of the saga will be released worldwide with a special 47-minute episodemarking the beginning of the adaptation of what is considered by critics and fandom to be the true «Shonen masterpiece» and the creative cusp of Hirohiko Araki.
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“STEEL BALL RUN JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” Animation series1st STAGE (1 episode, special 47 minutes)
Exclusive worldwide advance distribution on Netflix on March 19, 2026!STEEL BALL RUN… pic.twitter.com/J0nlgxvsvK
— «JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure» animation series official (@anime_jojo) March 18, 2026
Set in an alternative 1890, This installment functions as a complete reboot of the franchise, allowing both long-time fans and new viewers to immerse themselves in Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli’s journey across the United States..
In this survival scenario, the series presents us with an unprecedented horse race that crosses the entire continent, where the tactical ingenuity and evolution of the protagonists will be the key to achieving a goal that hides much more than a simple millionaire prize.
To ensure a fair launch, Netflix will premiere Steel Ball Run worldwide at 12:00 AM (PT). The debut will be in style with a 47-minute extended special episode. here you go the breakdown of official schedules by country so you don’t miss anything from the launch:
STEEL BALL RUN EPISODE 1 GLOBAL EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE TIMINGS
Date : March 19, 2026
– Los Angeles (PDT): 12:00 AM (Midnight)
– Mexico City (CST): 1:00 AM
– Chicago (CDT): 2:00 AM
– New York / Toronto (EDT): 3:00 AM
– Sao Paulo (BRT): 4:00 AM
– London / UTC (GMT): 7:00 AM
– Paris /… pic.twitter.com/H93gCXzZM3— Saif and Viatrent2x (@Saif_Viatrent) March 17, 2026
- USA: 12:00 AM (PT) / 3:00 AM (ET).
- Mexico (CDMX), Nicaragua and Guatemala: 1:00 AM
- Venezuela, Bolivia, Puerto Rico, Cuba and the Dominican Republic: 3:00 AM
- Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay: 4:00 AM
- Spain (Peninsula): 8:00 AM
How many episodes will JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run have?
Although Netflix and David Production have maintained a certain secrecy about the final figure, The length of the original manga suggests that this will be one of the longest parts to date. It is estimated that The complete season will have between 40 and 50 episodes, divided into several cours or broadcast blocks.
Get excited, the 1st STAGE is just around the corner! pic.twitter.com/dv5MvQ34lC
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This long format, similar or superior to Stardust Crusaders (48+ episodes), is due to the fact that Steel Ball Run is the second longest manga in the franchise (the longest being «JoJolion – Part 8).

One of the biggest unknowns is the distribution format. After the controversial reception of the «tandas» system in Stone Ocean, There are strong reports indicating that Netflix could opt for a weekly premiere to maintain the community’s hypealthough This will be officially confirmed once the first episode is available on the platform.
What is JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run about?
Set in a reimagined Wild West, The plot follows Johnny Joestar, a former prodigy jockey who became a paraplegic after a tragic incident.. His life changes when he meets the enigmatic Gyro Zeppelia warrior who uses mysterious steel spheres with a rotating technique capable of making Johnny momentarily regain movement in his legs.
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Driven by the hope of walking again and the desire for redemption, Johnny joins Gyro in the Steel Ball Run: an unprecedented horse race that crosses the entire United States, from San Diego to New York.

Con a prize of 50 million dollars at stakethe protagonists will have to face not only relentless riders like the charismatic Diego Brandobut also uncover a political conspiracy involving sacred relics and stand battles more creative than ever.



