OFFICIAL: 'GRAND BLUE DREAMING' ANIME CONFIRMS SEASON 3, TARGETING 2026 RELEASE
TOKYO Fans of the hilarious college comedy and scuba diving series, Grand Blue Dreaming, can finally celebrate! The official production committee has formally confirmed that a third season is in production, with an estimated release window now circulating.
The announcement was made immediately after the broadcast of the Season 2 finale in Japan. The swift confirmation has eased the worries of many fans, who had previously endured a seven-year wait between the first two seasons.
Release Window & New Setting Confirmed
Official Release Window Estimate: While an exact premiere date has not been set, multiple reports indicate that Grand Blue Dreaming Season 3 is aiming for a 2026 broadcast. Some sources, however, suggest a possible release as early as July 2026—a much shorter wait than before!
New Setting: The new season will take the chaos overseas! The story is confirmed to be set in Palau, a tropical island nation famous for its stunning diving locations. This marks the first time the Peek-a-Boo diving club will have their antics in an international setting.
* Production: The anime is expected to continue production with the studios involved in Season 2, Zero-G and Liber, under the direction of Shinji Takamatsu.
Official Confirmation Source
The official confirmation came directly from the anime's production team.
The official X account (@gb_anime) posted:
ぐらんぶる Season 3制作決定！
Season 3制作決定🍻 さらに制作決定ビジュアルも解禁 Season 3の舞台は初の海外、パラオ 伊織たちを国外に出しても大丈夫なのか！？ 続報は公式HPや公式Xにて発表予定！ 皆様、Season 3もご期待ください
(Translation: Grand Blue Season 3 Production Decided! Season 3 production decided We're also unveiling the key visual for the decision The setting for Season 3 will be its first overseas location, Palau. Is it really okay to let Iori and the others go abroad!? Further details will be announced on the official website and official X! Everyone, please look forward to Season 3!)