Attack on Titan Final Season Part 3: Leaked details create fan hype
hindustantimes.com -- Mar 02
Anime fans all around the world are eagerly anticipating the release of Attack on Titan Final Season Part 3, set to premiere on March 3, 2023. However, a recent leak has given us some insight into the international streaming plans for the show. Here's what we know so far.
The leak concerning Attack on Titan Final Season Part 3 came from Twitter user @Kami_Casuals, a secondary account run by @AniNewsAndFacts, a reputable source for anime and manga news. According to the leak, the first special of the upcoming season will be broken up into three episodes for streaming services outside of Japan. This confirms the speculation that the show will consist of two one-hour specials rather than weekly episodes. However, it's unclear why this division is being made specifically for international streaming services.
Despite the confusion surrounding the streaming details, fans are excited about the fact that the special will be available to view internationally on the same day as its Japanese release. The leak has created hype around the upcoming premiere, with fans eagerly discussing the new season on social media. ...continue reading
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