The Apothecary Diaries Season 3: Episode Release Schedule & Streaming Guide
The fall 2026 anime season brings back one of its most sophisticated and wildly popular historical mystery series: The Apothecary Diaries Season 3. Following Maomao’s brilliant deductions, medical expertise, and her intricate dynamic with the enigmatic Eunuch Jinshi, fans are ready for a fresh batch of imperial court conspiracies.
Here is your ultimate guide to The Apothecary Diaries Season 3, featuring the complete episode release schedule, global streaming times, and story highlights.
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The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Global Simulcast Times
- Pacific Time (PT): 1:45 AM (Sundays)
- Eastern Time (ET): 4:45 AM (Sundays)
- British Summer Time (BST): 9:45 AM (Sundays)
- Central European Summer Time (CEST): 10:45 AM (Sundays)
- Eastern European Summer Time (EEST / Romania): 11:45 AM (Sundays)
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 6:45 PM (Sundays)
The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Complete Episode Online Release Schedule & Titles
Below is the schedule for the upcoming episodes of Season 3, outlining release dates and official titles:
Episode Number/EpisodeTitle/Global Release Date
- Episode 1 – A New Imperial Mandate – Oct 02, 2026
- Episode 2 – The Poison Taster’s Ledger – Oct 09, 2026
- Episode 3 – Secrets of the Western Pavilion – Oct 16, 2026
- Episode 4 – A Stitch in Time – Oct 23, 2026
- Episode 5 – Oct 30, 2026
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- Episode 6 – The Herbalist’s Shadow – Nov 06, 2026
- Episode 7 – Beneath the Moonlit Pavilions – Nov 13, 2026
- Episode 8 – An Unseen Hand – Nov 20, 2026

Where to Stream The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 Online
International anime fans can watch new episodes legally with multi-language subtitles shortly after the Japanese television broadcast:
- Worldwide (Excl. Asia): Streaming exclusively on Crunchyroll (Subbed & Dubbed).
- Asia-Pacific: Available through regional platforms including Crunchyroll Asia, Ani-One Asia, and local broadcast networks.
Story & Lore Highlights: What Lies Ahead?
Season 3 dives deeper into the complex political machinations of the rear palace and the broader Li Empire. As Maomao continues to use her vast knowledge of poisons, medicine, and human psychology, she finds herself entangled in high-stakes investigations that threaten not only her position but also Jinshi’s standing within the imperial hierarchy. Expect sharper mysteries, deeper character backstories, and more witty banter between our favorite apothecary and her supervisor.
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