Dr Stone season 4 episode 1 release date, exact time, where to watch

Dr Stone season 4 episode 1 marks the thrilling return of the anime adaptation of Riichiro Inagaki and Boichi’s groundbreaking sci-fi shonen manga.

This season features the other regions of the petrified stone world and the race to uncover the secrets behind the petrification.

If you’re also seeking the truth behind the petrification, this ONE Esports article has all the information you need on the release schedule and where to watch the upcoming episodes.

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What is Dr Stone Science Future about?

Xeno from Dr Stone season 4 — Credit: TOHO animation, TMS Entertainment, Riichiro Inagaki

Dr Stone Science Future is the fourth season of the anime series, it follows Senku and his team as they uncover the truth behind the petrification phenomenon.

After using the remaining power of the petrification device to save Tsukasa, Senku becomes determined to uncover its mechanisms and energy source. This quest leads them to America, where they aim to gather crucial resources to revive more allies who can aid in their mission.

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However, upon reaching America, they face an unexpected ambush led by Stanley. Armed with advanced firearms, he outguns their current technology.

This season unravels unanswered questions from previous seasons and showcases a gripping clash between two science empires.

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Tsukasa from Dr Stone — Credit: TOHO animation, TMS Entertainment, Riichiro Inagaki

Dr Stone New World follows Senku and the Kingdom of Science as they take their technological advancements to the next level. To save Tsukasa, Senku devises a daring plan to build the Perseus, a vessel capable of crossing the seas to find the origin of the petrification.

Their objective is to obtain platinum from Treasure Island, crucial for mass-producing revival fluid, and use the petrification device’s properties to heal Tsukasa’s injuries.

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Upon reaching Treasure Island, they encounter a powerful village wielding the petrification device and face an ambush that petrifies the Perseus crew. The remaining survivors regroup with newfound allies from a neighboring village, who join forces to infiltrate the enemy stronghold.

In an all-out battle, Senku and his team reclaims the petrification device, only to discover it has limited power, just enough for one final use.

In a climactic moment, Senku employs its last charge to save Tsukasa, setting the stage for the next chapter in their journey.

Dr Stone season 4 episode 1 release date and time

Dr. Stone's protagonist, Senkuu Ishigami — Credit: TMS Entertainment

The anime’s fourth season, Dr Stone Science Future, premieres on January 9, 2025, at 5 a.m. Pacific Time (PT).

The release times and schedule for international viewers vary based on their time zone.

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DR STONE SEASON 4 EPISODE 1 RELEASE DATE TIME ZONES	THURSDAY, JANUARY 9/TIME
CT (Central Time)	7 a.m.
ET (Eastern Time)	8 a.m.
GMT (Western European Time)	1 p.m.
CET (Central European Time)	2 p.m.
IST (Indian Standard Time)	6:30 p.m.
JST (Japanese Standard Time)	10 p.m.
GMT+8	9 p.m.

Where to watch Dr Stone

You can watch the latest episodes of Dr Stone on the following streaming platforms:

Subscription costs and availability may vary depending on your location.