One of Netflix’s most talked-about Japanese series, “Alice in Borderland,” has had fans on tenterhooks waiting for news on its third season. The thrilling narrative, inspired by Haro Aso’s manga, catapults characters into a desolate Tokyo, forcing them into a series of perilous games. After successfully captivating audiences with its first season in December 2020 and an enthralling second installment in December 2022, the question on everyone’s mind is: Will there be a Season 3?
Unraveling the Clues
While Netflix had been tight-lipped about the continuation of this popular series, social media has been buzzing with speculations. In a tantalizing reveal, fans noticed a suggestive poster in Tokyo’s Shibuya Station in September 2023. Decked with the Netflix emblem and a sequence of playing cards, a vigilant fan decoded the message to read “ALICE THREE.” This cryptic hint certainly added fuel to the rumors that Season 3 is on the horizon.
Moreover, later that month, Netflix put an end to all speculations with an official announcement. Confirming that the adrenaline-pumping series has indeed been renewed for a third season, they released a teaser showcasing a Joker card, a pivotal element in the series’ narrative.
Who’s in and Who’s out?
If the show continues its trajectory, we can anticipate the return of most of its stellar cast. After a whirlwind ending in Season 2, notable actors likely to grace our screens once again include:
- Kento Yamazaki as Yuzuha Usagi
- Tao Tsuchiya as Ryōhei Arisu
- Aya Asahina as Kuina
- Nijirō Murakam as Chishiya
- And many more.
Plot Twists Await
With the first two seasons having encapsulated the entirety of the original manga, the trajectory of the narrative in Season 3 is up in the air. The mysterious Joker card showcased in the teaser and featured in the manga symbolizes the Ferryman. This entity, known for guiding players back to reality, implies a significant plot twist: the games may still be afoot, and everything believed to be “real” might just be another delusion.
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Riisa Naka, who brilliantly portrayed Mira Kano, shared her anticipations for the forthcoming season. Speaking to Nextshark in December 2022, she hinted at the potential comeback of the “ghost of Hatter,” saying, “You saw the ghost of Hatter introduced in the show so many times. So, I have this feeling that he might come back again.”
Furthermore, Season 3 might delve into the narrative of “Alice in Borderland Retry” manga, setting the stage a few years post the original plot.
Stay Tuned!
While the air is thick with speculation and anticipation, one thing is certain: the third season promises to be a roller-coaster ride. Until then, fans can dive into the gripping world of “Alice in Borderland” with the first two seasons available for streaming on Netflix.
