The Apothecary Diaries Anime Announces Season 3 Release Dates and Original Film

By Barry Potter
The Apothecary Diaries Season 2 anime screencap

The Apothecary Diaries anime's 2nd anniversary video released today revealed that the previously confirmed sequel is a third season that will air in split cours, with the first to air from October 2026 and the second to air from April 2027.

An anime film with an all-new story by original author Natsu Hyuuga was also announced for a December 2026 theatrical release.

The Apothecary Diaries 2nd Anniversary Video

The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 + Film Teaser Visual

The Apothecary Diaries Season 3 and anime film super teaser visual

Furthermore, sweet osmanthus and sweet abs are the subject of The Apothecary Diaries' latest monthly seasonal visual released earlier today.

The Apothecary Diaries Sweet Osmanthus Seasonal Visual

The Apothecary Diaries anime seasonal visual for sweet osmanthus, featuring Bisen, Likahu and Jinshi

The Apothecary Diaries anime is directed by Norihiko Naganuma, who also serves as series composer, and assistant-directed by Akinori Fudesaka (Tsuredure Children) at TOHO animation STUDIO and OLM. Natsu Hyuuga pens the original light novels and Touko Shino provides the illustrations.

Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!

Source: Official Website