JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run Just Dropped on Netflix — The Biggest Anime Event of September 2026

Steel Ball Run Finally Arrives on Netflix

Anime fans have been waiting for this moment. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Steel Ball Run, the long-anticipated seventh part of Hirohiko Araki's iconic manga adaptation, has officially landed on Netflix in September 2026. It's the centerpiece of what might be the platform's strongest anime lineup ever.

Steel Ball Run follows Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli as they compete in a cross-country horse race across 1890s America, a journey that quickly spirals into a supernatural battle involving ancient artifacts, Stand powers, and some of the most creative action sequences in anime history. For JoJo fans, this arc is widely considered the masterpiece of the franchise.

What Else Is Coming to Netflix Anime in September

Steel Ball Run isn't alone. September 2026's Netflix anime lineup includes Pokémon Horizons: Season 3 — the final episodes of Liko and Roy's journey, bringing their story to a close after three seasons. The conclusion of this era of Pokémon marks the end of a beloved chapter before the franchise pivots to its next adventure.

Also arriving is Perfect Blue, the legendary psychological thriller film from the late Satoshi Kon. Originally released in 1997, the film — about a pop idol-turned-actress stalked by an obsessive fan — remains one of the most influential anime films ever made, directly inspiring works like Black Swan and Requiem for a Dream. Its arrival on Netflix introduces a new generation to Kon's genius.

Rounding out the month are several other anime series and films that make this September a particularly stacked month for the genre on Netflix.

Why This Is a Landmark Month for Netflix Anime

Netflix has been investing heavily in anime for years, but September 2026 represents a new level. Steel Ball Run alone would make it a landmark month — the arc has been the most requested JoJo adaptation since the franchise returned to anime in 2012. Combined with Pokémon Horizons' finale and the addition of a Satoshi Kon classic, Netflix is making a clear statement: it wants to be the definitive home for anime.

Whether you're a die-hard JoJo fan, a Pokémon completist, or someone discovering Satoshi Kon for the first time, September 2026 on Netflix has something for you. Clear your watchlist.