Thunder 3 anime premieres today on Netflix

The highly anticipated anime adaptation of the sci-fi manga "Thunder 3" has officially premiered on Netflix today, July 8, 2026.

Based on the manga by Yuki Ikeda, this series brings a unique visual style to the screen, blending "cartoonish" character designs with a gritty, hyper-realistic parallel world.

The story follows three middle school friends—Pyontaro, Tsubame, and Hiroshi—who gain superhuman abilities after accidentally entering a dangerous alternate dimension to rescue Pyontaro's sister, Futaba, from alien kidnappers.

Fans have been buzzing with excitement since an early screening at Anime Expo 2026, comparing its shocking narrative style to sci-fi classics like Gantz.

Whether you are a fan of high-stakes sci-fi or unique animation styles, "Thunder 3" is a must-watch on Netflix starting today.