Following its highly anticipated return on October 3, 2026, Black Clover Season 2 has surged to the top of streaming rankings in seven countries. According to FlixPatrol data reported by Collider, the fantasy anime secured the No. 1 spot on Crunchyroll Amazon Channels in key international markets-including the United States, the United Kingdom, and France-just days after its premiere.
The series maintained strong momentum into the second week. By October 8, FlixPatrol data placed the show at No. 2 in the United States while holding firm at No. 1 in Spain and Italy. This massive international response highlights the enduring popularity of the franchise following a hiatus of more than five years.
Record-Breaking Return and Milestone Metrics
Crunchyroll officially categorizes the returning content as Season 2, with the October 3 comeback functioning as overall episode 171. The episode picked up directly where the 2021 hiatus left off, adapting Yūki Tabata’s completed manga series as the Magic Knights prepare for high-stakes conflicts against the Spade Kingdom.
The premiere quickly shattered internal platform benchmarks. According to reporting by Collider and SamLover, the comeback episode became Crunchyroll’s most-liked anime episode in history, racking up over 100,000 likes within days. On IMDb, the episode scored an impressive 9.4/10, making it the second-highest-rated entry in the entire series catalog, sitting just behind Episode 167.
Voice Actors Reflect on Asta’s Evolution at NYCC 2026
The streaming success coincided with promotional appearances at New York Comic Con 2026, where Japanese voice actor Gakuto Kajiwara and English voice actor Dallas Reid discussed the evolution of protagonist Asta.
Kajiwara reflected on nearly a decade of voicing the character, noting how his own personal growth mirrored Asta’s journey from an uncertain underdog to a trusted pillar of strength. Meanwhile, Reid pointed out the fundamental shift in Asta’s narrative standing within the Clover Kingdom.
“Asta went from somebody who was just trying to get a little bit of respect, to the person that some of the best Magic Knights in the kingdom are waiting on his arrival because they know he will be the key to winning the fight they face now,” Reid stated during the panel.
Schedule and Availability
Produced by Studio Pierrot, Black Clover Season 2 is confirmed for 24 episodes split across two parts. New subtitled episodes premiere every Saturday at 8:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 a.m. ET on Crunchyroll, with global distribution spanning North America, Europe, Latin America, Oceania, and parts of Asia. Streaming platforms have not yet announced a formal release schedule for English-dubbed episodes.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Black Clover Season 2 premiere?
Black Clover Season 2 premiered on October 3, 2026, marking the show’s return after a five-year hiatus.
Which countries ranked Black Clover Season 2 at No. 1?
FlixPatrol data showed the series reaching No. 1 on Crunchyroll Amazon Channels in seven countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Italy.
How many episodes will Season 2 have?
Season 2 is confirmed for a 24-episode run divided across two parts.
Where can I watch new episodes of Black Clover?
New subtitled episodes stream internationally on Crunchyroll every Saturday at 8:00 a.m. PT.
Why did the anime go on hiatus originally?
The anime paused in 2021 after 170 episodes to allow the source manga by Yūki Tabata sufficient time to pull ahead before returning to adapt the Spade Kingdom arc.
