Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- web series (ONA)
- Episodes
- 52
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 20 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- August 8, 2025 – July 23, 2026
- Source
- Other source
- Studio
- Wonder Cat Animation
- Original creator
- Dong Chen
- Country
- China
- AniList score
- 62/100
Tags & Tropes
Synopsis
After sleeping for ten thousand years, Chen Nan wakes up from the Cemetery of Gods and Demons, and becomes famous after a series of adventures. As Chen Nan arrives in Yangjin Country and meets Chen Xi, a new adventure begins again. He fights in Kaiyuan City, searches for the mystery of his life in the Death Zone, and fights the Ling family just to seek justice. In this season, Chen Nan will continue to search for Yu Xin's traces while exploring the mystery of his life. (Source: Youku, Google translated)
Should you watch Shen Mu 3?
Only if you enjoy action, adventure and fantasy.
Reception is lukewarm: 62/100 on AniList.
About 5.5% of viewers drop it, which is typical.
Watch Shen Mu 2 first: this continues its story.
At roughly 20 h 48 min in total, it is a long commitment — about 3 weeks at an hour a day.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
52 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Original creator
- Dong Chen
Where it fits in the series
- Watch first: Shen Mu 2
Related entries
Shen Mu 3 FAQ
How many episodes does Shen Mu 3 have?
Shen Mu 3 has 52 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 20 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Shen Mu 3?
About 20 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 26 days; at one hour a day, about 21 days.
Is Shen Mu 3 finished?
Yes. Shen Mu 3 has finished airing — the final episode aired July 23, 2026.
Is there a season 2 of Shen Mu 3?
No sequel is listed for Shen Mu 3 as of October 2026.
What should I watch before Shen Mu 3?
Watch Shen Mu 2 first — Shen Mu 3 is a direct sequel.
Is Shen Mu 3 based on a other source?
Yes. Shen Mu 3 adapts the other source by Dong Chen.
Who animated Shen Mu 3?
Shen Mu 3 was animated by Wonder Cat Animation.
Where can I watch Shen Mu 3?
Shen Mu 3 is listed on Youku. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.