My Hero Academia Special Episode Set to Release: Here’s What You Need to Know!
Anime fans, get excited! Crunchyroll has just dropped the news that a special episode of My Hero Academia is on the way, set to stream on May 2. This episode, dubbed “More,” is based on Chapter 431 of the manga and gives us a peek into the lives of our favorite heroes eight years after the main story. So, what should you mark on your calendars?
The special episode, officially titled My Hero Academia Special Episode 170+1 “More,” will be available for streaming right after its premiere. According to Crunchyroll’s latest trailer, the episode will go live at 5:30 PM JST on May 2. For those tuning in from the States, that means it will hit screens at 4:30 AM EST or 1:30 AM PST on the same day. Based on past experiences with Crunchyroll’s simulcasts, there might be a slight delay before the episode is accessible, so if you’re planning to stay up late or wake up super early, expect it to drop by around 5:30 AM EST or 2:30 AM PST at the latest.
Both subbed and dubbed versions of this episode are confirmed to be available on the same day, which is excellent news for fans who prefer one over the other. The special is expected to have a runtime of about 20 to 25 minutes, airing from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM JST, although keep in mind this includes commercial breaks.
Earlier this week, a teaser trailer was released on YouTube, giving fans a first glimpse at Class 1-A and what they’ve been up to after that eight-year time skip. For those who may not know, the My Hero Academia anime has been around since 2016, and this year marks its 10th anniversary! The eighth and final season recently concluded as part of the Fall 2025 anime lineup, and early reviews have noted how the series continues to explore deep themes of heroism and legacy.
The original manga, crafted by Kōhei Horikoshi, ran in Shonen Jump from 2014 to 2024. While this special episode serves as a heartfelt conclusion to the main series, it doesn’t spell the end for the My Hero Academia universe. The spin-off series My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is currently in its second season, and fans are hopeful for anime adaptations of other spin-offs like Smash!! or Team-Up Missions in the near future.
So, gear up for the special episode of My Hero Academia, and let’s dive back into the world of Quirks together!