Netflix’s hit Japanese sci-fi survival thriller Alice in Borderland returned in 2025 after a long three-year break, bringing intense emotions, new deadly games, and a surprising ending that left fans asking only one question—Is Alice in Borderland Season 4 happening?
With Season 3 dropping on September 25, 2025, viewers were glued to the screen as the story of Arisu and Usagi took another shocking turn. While Netflix has not made an official renewal announcement yet, speculation and clues strongly suggest something big is coming—possibly a spin-off or an English adaptation.
Here’s everything you need to know about the future of Alice in Borderland, the Season 3 finale explained, cast updates, and what surprises Netflix may have in store.
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Alice in Borderland Season 4 Renewal Status
Current Status: Not yet renewed (as of November 2025)
Netflix has not officially confirmed Season 4. While Season 3 was subtly promoted as “the final season,” the ending suggests otherwise. Interestingly, Netflix avoided calling it the final installment in many promotions—except a TikTok campaign where one clip mentioned “third and final season.”
So, is Season 3 really the end?
Not exactly—the finale hints at a continuation, but possibly outside Japan.
Director Shinsuke Sato’s Busy Schedule Raises Questions
Series director Shinsuke Sato recently expressed interest in returning to the franchise, saying he “would certainly say yes” to future seasons. However, he currently has two major commitments:
- Directing Kingdom 5 (the next film in the hit historical action series)
- Working on Netflix’s My Hero Academia live-action adaptation
With a packed schedule, it may be challenging for Sato to return anytime soon. This fuels rumors that a future season or spin-off might use a new creative team—especially if it’s in another language.
Will There Be an English Spin-Off of Alice in Borderland?
The final scene of Season 3 gave us a HUGE hint. After the events in Tokyo, we cut to Los Angeles, where a waitress named Alice appears—strongly suggesting the next chapter could shift to the United States.
Netflix has already followed a similar pattern with Squid Game, which is developing English-language versions and spin-offs. The “death-game” genre is trending globally—so an American adaptation of Alice in Borderland makes perfect strategic sense.
Prediction:
We may get a new English-language series set in the same universe, not a direct Season 4 continuation in Japan.
Will Arisu & Usagi Return?
Fans are eager to see Kento Yamazaki (Arisu) and Tao Tsuchiya (Usagi) return. Both actors have expressed interest in reprising their roles.
However, given their story arc, they may appear in a cameo or mentor role rather than leading the next series. After all, Arisu survived the Borderland twice and now has a family on the way—he deserves peace… right?
Also, actor Ken Watanabe is widely expected by fans to return due to his Hollywood presence, making him a strong fit for an international spin-off storyline.
Alice in Borderland Season 3 Viewership Performance
Season 3 continued the show’s strong global performance on Netflix. In its first 5 weeks, it recorded:
| Week | Hours Viewed | Completed Views | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 55.9M | 8.5M | #2 |
| Week 2 | 46.3M | 7M | #1 |
| Week 3 | 20.5M | 3.1M | #5 |
| Week 4 | 11.9M | 1.8M | #7 |
| Week 5 | 7.7M | 1.2M | #9 |
Total: 142.3 million hours & 21.6 million completed views
This performance solidifies Alice in Borderland as Netflix’s most successful Japanese live-action series ever.
Alice in Borderland Season 3 Ending Explained (Spoilers)
Season 3 begins with Arisu and Usagi living peacefully in Tokyo, expecting a child—unaware of their past. But their lives turn upside down when they willingly return to Borderland to relive memories and face the ultimate challenge.
Key Highlights:
- Arisu & Usagi regain their memories
- Ryuji, manipulated by Banda, brings them back
- Final game: escape a labyrinth grid by making strategic choices
- Arisu sacrifices himself—but is spared for proving worthiness
- Tokyo floods; Usagi nearly dies but is saved
- Banda meets his end after refusing to leave Borderland
- A mysterious Joker-like entity gives Arisu a final life-or-death choice
- Arisu chooses life and returns to the real world with Usagi
- Global earthquakes hint the phenomenon isn’t limited to Japan
- Final scene: In Los Angeles, a waitress named “Alice” appears
The message is clear:
The Borderland isn’t over—it may be global now.
What Does the Joker Scene Mean?
The Joker card symbolizes chaos and new beginnings in the manga. The scene suggests:
✔ A new game master exists
✔ Arisu may not be fully free
✔ The Borderland world could reopen globally
✔ Another protagonist (possibly in the US) will emerge
Future Predictions for Alice in Borderland
| Possibility | Chance |
|---|---|
| Season 4 (Japanese cast returns) | ⭐⭐☆☆☆ |
| English spin-off in US | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Arisu cameo/mentor role | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ |
| Ken Watanabe leading spin-off | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Conclusion
While Alice in Borderland Season 4 isn’t officially confirmed yet, all signs point toward:
- No direct Japanese Season 4 immediately
- A likely English-language spin-off
- Potential cameos from original cast
- Franchise expansion like Squid Game
Fans shouldn’t lose hope—the universe is too popular for Netflix to end abruptly.
For now, we wait—and rewatch Arisu’s journey until the cards fall again.
Stay Tuned
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