Honestly, can we just talk about how crazy the Blue Exorcist resurgence has been lately? Social media has been absolutely losing its mind over the franchise’s massive comeback, and for good reason! After years of waiting in the dark, the fandom is finally eating good. It feels like everyone on my timeline is constantly debating the lore, sharing fan art, and screaming about the latest adaptations.
When The Blue Night Saga first dropped, I was instantly hooked all over any discussions online. It is safe to say that the hype is real, and this project has completely cemented itself as a cultural phenomenon that every self-respecting otaku is talking about right now. So, you can imagine my excitement when the news dropped that we are finally getting a proper home release to add to our shelves!
Inside My Personal Notebook: Chaotic, Rapid-Fire Facts and Release Details
The Shocking Truth
Rin Okumura leads a totally aimless life with no school or job prospects, living with his deeply responsible twin brother, Yukio, and Father Fujimoto. But their world completely shatters when a long-kept secret comes to light: the brothers discover they are actually the sons of Satan himself. Talk about an unreal family cliffhanger!
The Studio Switch Up
Studio VOLN was the powerhouse responsible for producing this 12-episode continuation. They delivered some seriously top-tier animation sequence courtesy of director Daisuke Yoshida, who you might know from Idol Incidents. The show originally dominated Japanese TV from January to March 2025.
The Drop Date
Mark your calendars, because Volume 1 of Blue Exorcist: The Blue Night Saga is officially scheduled to drop on September 4, 2026! Thanks to early listings on AKIBA PASS and Amazon, we know Crunchyroll is bringing the second part of Season 4 to DVD and Blu-ray very soon.
Streaming & Catch-up
If you cannot wait for the physical discs, Crunchyroll has the complete fourth season streaming right now. Plus, they have all 12 episodes of Season 3 on demand, which previously hit the home video market back in Fall 2025. You can watch it all with the original Japanese audio and subtitles or dive into the German dub.
The Loot (Volume 1 Specs)
This first physical volume packs the first six episodes. If you snag the first edition, it comes loaded with awesome physical extras: a sweet collector’s slipcase, a 40-page booklet, two art cards, and a mini shikishi.
Let’s Talk!
Pre-orders are already live on AKIBA PASS and Amazon for both Blu-ray and DVD formats, so do not sleep on it if you want that first-press edition! What do you think about Studio VOLN’s take on the animation style compared to the older seasons? Are you going to double-dip and grab this physical release for your collection, or stick to streaming? Drop your thoughts, hot takes, and theories down in the comments below—let’s discuss!
