Netflix has announced that the critically acclaimed animated series Blue Eye Samurai will conclude with its third season. The streamer revealed the news alongside a new trailer and images for the show's second season, which is slated for release in January 2027.
Season 2 will pave the way for an "epic conclusion" to the story of Mizu, a mixed-race warrior seeking revenge in Edo-period Japan. The co-creators, Amber Noizumi and Michael Green, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to bring Mizu's personal journey to life and thanked Netflix for allowing the story to continue.
The first season of Blue Eye Samurai garnered widespread praise from both critics and audiences, achieving a 97% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The series follows Mizu, who disguises herself as a man to hunt down four white men believed to be living illegally in Japan during its period of isolation. Her quest is driven by a desire for vengeance against her perceived father, whom she blames for her status as an "outcast."
The trailer for the second season depicts Mizu embarking on a voyage to London, navigating treacherous seas and encountering dangerous individuals. The announcement of the series' conclusion with Season 3 follows other recent Netflix animation news, including updates on Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2. Netflix has seen success with its animated projects such as Castlevania, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, and Arcane.