The highly awaited drama anime Oshi no Ko has returned for its second season. Here’s what you need to know about the release dates for Oshi no Ko Season 2 episodes and the total number we can expect.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 has been one of the most anticipated anime series of 2024, premiering on July 3 as part of the Summer 2024 lineup, continuing the gripping story from the first season.
This captivating anime follows a teenage idol, Ai Hoshino, who is tragically murdered after secretly giving birth to twins. Unbeknownst to her, her children, Aqua and Ruby, are reincarnations of her two fans. The storyline intricately weaves together themes of reincarnation and the mystery surrounding their biological father, who played a role in Ai’s murder.
The first season concluded without revealing key questions, leaving fans eager for answers regarding Aqua and Ruby’s father and his motivations for betraying Ai.
When is Episode 11 of Oshi no Ko Season 2 out?
Episode 11 of Oshi no Ko Season 2 is scheduled for release on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
Oshi no Ko Season 2 faced scheduling delays, with Episode 10 postponed by a week. While no official reason was given, it is speculated that Doga Kobo, the studio behind the anime, encountered some scheduling conflicts.
This wasn’t the first setback for the franchise. In Season 1, Episode 8 was also delayed, which was initially set to air on May 31, but ultimately released on June 7, 2023.
Season 2 is set to feature a total of 13 episodes, which is two more than the first season. The episodes will be available weekly, concluding before the Fall 2024 anime season begins.
Here is the full release schedule for Oshi no Ko Season 2:
- Episode 1: Tokyo Blade – Wednesday, July 3, 2024
- Aqua, Kana, and Akane begin rehearsals for the Tokyo Blade stage drama, four months after B-Komachi’s JIF debut. Meanwhile, B-Komachi continues to rise in popularity, engaging in local concerts for its fans.
- Episode 2: Game of Telephone – Wednesday, July 10, 2024
- This episode includes a flashback to the cast’s initial meeting. Akane expresses her desire to act alongside Aqua again, prompting jealousy from Kana. Moreover, Melt later apologizes to Kana regarding his earlier performance.
- Episode 3: Rewriting – Wednesday, July 17, 2024
- Ruby feels proud of B-Komachi’s growing fame but is also disheartened as she feels left behind. The group’s concerts remain on hold until Kana finishes the play, while Akane invites Aqua to view a Smash Heaven production.
- Episode 4: Emotional Acting – Wednesday, July 24, 2024
- Smash Heaven’s performance shocks Abiko. Raida discovers that Abiko is in the audience and encourages her to give GOA another chance.
- Episode 5: The Curtain Rises – Wednesday, July 31, 2024
- Akane pledges her support to Aqua, even when he reveals his need for revenge. At the same time, she seeks Aqua’s help against Kana and Taiki, as she knows she can’t face them alone.
- Episode 6: Growth – Wednesday, August 7, 2024
- The first act of the Tokyo Blade play turns out successful, establishing the “Shinjuku Faction” led by Aqua, Akane, and Sakuya against Taiki’s “Shibuya Faction.”
- Episode 7: Sun – Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- Akane decides to stay with the play, encouraged by her co-stars, while Aqua devises a strategy to enhance Akane’s public image.
- Episode 8: Trigger – Wednesday, August 21, 2024
- Aqua is impressed by Akane’s performance as Ai, unaware that she has uncovered a secret about the idol. Additionally, Aqua invites Memcho to join the newly formed B-Komachi.
- Episode 9: Dream – Wednesday, August 28, 2024
- Memcho successfully joins B-Komachi. She auditions at Ichigo Productions but is met with suspicion from Miyako. Meanwhile, Kaburagi converses with Aqua about Ai.
- Episode 10: Liberation – Wednesday, September 11, 2024
- Aqua discusses a DNA test and reveals shocking information about his family relationships to Taiki. The dynamics of B-Komachi shift with Memcho now onboard.
- Episode 11: Title TBA – Wednesday, September 18, 2024
- Episode 12: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
- Episode 13: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
The first episode of Season 2 had an advanced screening in Tokyo on June 30, with an additional special screening at Anime Expo 2024 showcasing the first two episodes.
What time are the new episodes released?
The episodes of Oshi no Ko Season 2 are released weekly at 11 pm JST in Japan and 7 am PST in the United States. They can be streamed exclusively on HIDIVE.
Global release times for Oshi no Ko Season 2 are as follows:
- 10:00 am Eastern Time
- 03:00 pm British Time
- 04:00 pm European Time
- 07:30 pm Indian Time
- 10:00 pm Philippine Time
How many episodes are in Season 2?
Oshi no Ko Season 2 will consist of 13 episodes.
This sequel will adapt the 2.5D Stage Play Arc, the fifth and longest arc of the manga to date, centering on the buildup and premiere of the theater adaptation of the beloved Tokyo Blade manga.
Aqua’s journey continues as he learns that Ai encountered their biological father at the Lala Lai Theatrical Company, leading him to participate in the Tokyo Blade production alongside his pretend girlfriend Akane Kurokawa and childhood friend Kana Arima.
The cast expands to include popular actor Taiki Himekawa, who will play a pivotal role in the narrative, along with side characters like Abiko Samejima, Sumiaki Raida, and Go.
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