Will We Ever See Black Clover Season 5 Return?

The world of anime has delivered countless epic adventures, but few have held onto their fans the way Black Clover has. Ever since its debut in 2017, this magical action-packed series has been a staple for anime lovers craving intense battles, heartwarming friendships, and that classic underdog story. With over 170 episodes and one explosive film, the journey of Asta and the Black Bulls has captured hearts worldwide. But now, fans are left asking the big question, when will Black Clover Season 5 return? It's been a long wait since Season 4 wrapped up, and with no official announcement in sight, everyone’s on edge. Here's everything we know so far, and why the wait might just be worth it.

Asta's Journey So Far

From the very first episode, Black Clover throws viewers into a world ruled by magic, except for one boy who has none. Asta, born without a single drop of magical power in a world where magic is everything, refuses to back down. His determination, muscle training, and sheer willpower lead him to join the Magic Knights and begin a wild ride with the Black Bulls, a group of misfits who becomes his second family. Alongside his rival Yuno, who is gifted with immense magical talent, Asta’s dream of becoming the Wizard King only grows stronger with every challenge.

By the time Season 4 ends, we’ve seen Asta unlock powerful new forms, uncover shocking secrets about devils and grimoires, and join forces with his own devil partner Liebe. The season finishes at a tense moment, with Asta preparing to train under Nacht, the mysterious vice-captain of the Black Bulls. The Clover and Heart Kingdoms are gearing up for a full-on war against the Spade Kingdom’s Dark Triad and we’re left on an edge-of-your-seat cliffhanger. It’s no wonder fans are desperate to know what happens next.

Why Season 5 Is Taking So Long?

If you're wondering why it’s been over 4 years since a new episode, you’re not alone. As of now, there are no official announcements confirming Black Clover Season 5. Many fans believe the main reason is because the anime caught up with the manga too quickly. With the manga being the main source of the story, this often means the anime needs to take a break, giving the manga time to release new chapters.

Things slowed down even more in August 2023, when creator Yūki Tabata shared that he had to cut back on his manga work for family and health reasons. This led to Black Clover moving from Weekly Shonen Jump to Jump GIGA, reducing the manga’s release to once every three months. That’s a huge drop from its usual weekly pace. So, while we now have around 100 new chapters since Season 4 ended, Studio Pierrot, the studio behind the anime, seems to be playing the long game. Based on their current projects including the high-profile Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War, it’s likely we won’t see Season 5 until late 2026 or even spring 2027.

Who’s Coming Back and What’s Next?

When Black Clover does return, get ready for some serious action. The anime is expected to pick up with the Spade Kingdom Raid Arc, one of the biggest and most thrilling parts of the manga yet. The Clover and Heart Kingdoms will unite to rescue their captured allies and prevent the Dark Triad from releasing devil magic that could destroy everything. We’ve already seen hints of this in the last few episodes of Season 4, and the full arc spans over 70 chapters, meaning there’s plenty of material for a super-packed season or even multiple seasons.

As for the cast, we can expect familiar voices to return. Asta, Yuno, Noelle, Liebe, Yami, and more are likely to come back with their original Japanese and English voice actors. Expect even more devil magic, heart-pounding battles, and maybe some new fan-favorite characters along the way. If the animation follows in the footsteps of the 2023 film Sword of the Wizard King, we might be in for some seriously jaw-dropping visuals.

One Cool Detail You Might Have Missed!

While waiting for the next season, many fans turned to Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King, a movie that was released in mid-2023. It’s set in between earlier arcs of the show and offers a look at a never-before-seen Wizard King. The movie doesn’t advance the main story, but it does deliver a huge dose of Black Clover energy, and it’s worth watching if you miss the characters. You can stream it on Crunchyroll along with all the previous episodes of the anime.

Also, here's something you might not know, even with only 4 episodes left before the Spade Kingdom Raid fully kicks off, Studio Pierrot could go big. With such a massive story arc, there’s a chance Season 5 could end up being longer than previous seasons, or even split into different parts like many other anime. That’s exciting news for fans who want more than just a short comeback. You can watch the black clover sword of the wizard king trailer below:

Hold On a Bit Longer Magic Knights

We get it, the wait has been tough. Black Clover Season 4 ended in 2021, and since then, fans have had almost nothing to go on. But when you look at the bigger picture, it all makes sense. The manga needed more chapters, the creator needed a break, and the studio has been balancing other projects. Still, with so much new material to adapt, and a fanbase that’s only growing stronger, it feels like just a matter of time before Season 5 is officially announced.

Until then, now’s the perfect time to rewatch the series, check out the movie, or even start reading the manga if you haven’t already. Asta’s journey to become the Wizard King isn’t over, and when he comes back, he’s bringing the full power of the Black Bulls with him. Keep your grimoire close, and get ready for the magic to return.

Black Clover is available to stream on Crunchyroll for anyone wanting to relive the magic or start the journey fresh.