After 22 years of Soul Reapers, Hollows and bankai, the end is finally here. The last two episodes of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War were delayed to make them even better — and now they land on October 20 and October 27, 2026.
Quick Info
- Final part: Part 4: The Calamity
- Part 4 premiere: July 25, 2026 (TV Tokyo)
- Final episodes: October 20 & October 27, 2026
- Studio: Pierrot
- Stream: Hulu (US), Disney+ (international)
- Filler: None
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War — Official Trailer
Why Were the Final Episodes Delayed?
The production team pushed the last two episodes back to raise the animation quality for the finale. Fans waited a few extra weeks — and from early previews, it looks worth it.
Thousand-Year Blood War: All Four Parts
| Part | Aired | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1: The Blood Warfare | Oct – Dec 2022 | 13 |
| Part 2: The Separation | Jul – Sep 2023 | 13 |
| Part 3: The Conflict | Oct – Dec 2024 | 14 |
| Part 4: The Calamity | Jul – Oct 2026 | 10 |
What to Expect From the Finale
Ichigo and his allies face Yhwach, the king of the Quincy, in the final war for the Soul Society. The anime has added new scenes that were never in the manga — so even manga readers can expect surprises.
Where to Watch the Bleach Finale
- United States: Hulu
- Most other regions: Disney+
- Japan: TV Tokyo and affiliates
New to Bleach? Start Here
Use our Bleach filler list to watch the original 366 episodes fast, then jump into Thousand-Year Blood War.
FAQ
Is this really the end of the Bleach anime?
Yes — Part 4 completes the adaptation of Tite Kubo’s final manga arc.
Is Thousand-Year Blood War canon?
Yes. It adapts the manga, with extra scenes supervised by Kubo himself.
