Ranma ½ Episode 5: Release Date, Time, Streaming Options, and Additional Details

Episode 5 of Ranma ½ is set to premiere on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at 12:55 am JST. This latest installment is significant for the series, marking the first appearance of Ryoga Hibiki in this new anime adaptation. Additionally, it features a pivotal moment when Akane Tendo accidentally gets her hair cut, which will play a crucial role in her character development, especially regarding her relationship with Ranma Saotome.

This episode primarily centers on introducing Ryoga Hibiki, portraying him as a formidable martial artist who can rival Ranma and shares a long history with him from their school days. The two characters engage in several intense confrontations, while Akane continues to grapple with her feelings towards Ranma, a storyline expected to evolve further in episode 6 of Ranma ½.

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Release Date & Time for Ranma ½ Episode 5 Across Different Regions

Female Ranma after being slapped by Akane (Image via MAPPA)

The release schedule for Ranma ½ episode 5 in various time zones is as follows:

Time Zone	Release Time	Release Day	Release Date
Pacific Time	8:55 am	Saturday	November 2
Central Time	10:55 am	Saturday	November 2
Eastern Time	11:55 am	Saturday	November 2
Greenwich Mean Time	3:55 pm	Saturday	November 2
Central European Time	5:55 pm	Saturday	November 2
Indian Standard Time	9:25 pm	Saturday	November 2
Philippine Time	11:55 pm	Saturday	November 2
Australia Central Time	1:25 am	Sunday	November 3

Where to Stream Ranma ½ Episode 5?

Ranma and Ryoga fighting for food in a flashback (Image via MAPPA).

Ranma ½ episode 5 on NNS (Nippon TV). For those outside of Japan, the English-subtitled version will be available on Netflix.

Summary of the Previous Episode

Ryoga Hibiki in the new anime adaptation (Image via MAPPA)

The latest episode kicked off with the introduction of Ryoga Hibiki, who easily overpowered a charging bull while journeying through a nearby town, showcasing his fighting skills. A significant monologue outlined his pursuit of Ranma Saotome.

Meanwhile, Ranma comedically finds himself forced to wear girlish attire by the Tendo sisters due to the lack of dry clothes, which adds a humorous aspect to their interactions.

When Ranma and Akane reach school, they encounter Ryoga, leading to a showdown between the two. It becomes clear that Ryoga bears a deep grudge against Ranma, although Ranma initially fails to recall their history. He eventually recalls stealing Ryoga’s lunch in school, deducing that it could be the reason for Ryoga’s animosity.

The second part of the episode primarily focused on the ongoing skirmish between Ranma and Ryoga, with Ryoga’s poor sense of direction serving as a comedic subplot. The thrilling battles see Akane attempting to assist Ranma during his transformation into a girl, resulting in a conflict between them—culminating in a slap from Akane and an accidental haircut courtesy of Ryoga, leaving viewers in suspense.

What’s Coming Up in Ranma ½ Episode 5?

Akane losing her hair in the latest episode (Image via MAPPA)

In episode 5 of Ranma ½, viewers can expect an exploration into why Ryoga Hibiki harbors such deep-seated hatred for Ranma, which may not be linked to their playful antics at school.

Furthermore, the cliffhanger involving Akane’s haircut will be addressed, potentially marking a significant turning point in her relationship with Ranma.

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