BanG Dream! 3rd Season
Summary: As the all-girl band Poppin’Party continues to rise in fame, they find a poster for an event at the legendary Nippon Budoukan. Now determined to participate in the "BanG Dream," Kasumi Toyama and the other members of Poppin’Party aim to reach new heights and prove their worth by performing on that renowned stage.
Meanwhile, rival band RAISE A SUILEN dreams of changing the world with "the strongest music," but finds itself in dire straits without a guitarist. Though dozens of potential candidates audition for the role, band leader CHU² believes them to be amateurs and unsuitable for the band. However, there may be one guitarist that lives up to CHU²’s high standards.
BanG Dream! 3rd Season features multiple all-girl bands, including Poppin’Party, Afterglow, Pastel*Palettes, Roselia, Hello Happy World!, and now RAISE A SUILEN, as they work to astound fans throughout Japan with their spectacular performances. As the BanG Dream competition draws near, the band members are prepared to captivate audiences with their heartfelt music!
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
Description
As the all-girl band Poppin’Party continues to rise in fame, they find a poster for an event at the legendary Nippon Budoukan. Now determined to participate in the "BanG Dream," Kasumi Toyama and the other members of Poppin’Party aim to reach new heights and prove their worth by performing on that renowned stage.
Meanwhile, rival band RAISE A SUILEN dreams of changing the world with "the strongest music," but finds itself in dire straits without a guitarist. Though dozens of potential candidates audition for the role, band leader CHU² believes them to be amateurs and unsuitable for the band. However, there may be one guitarist that lives up to CHU²’s high standards.
BanG Dream! 3rd Season features multiple all-girl bands, including Poppin’Party, Afterglow, Pastel*Palettes, Roselia, Hello Happy World!, and now RAISE A SUILEN, as they work to astound fans throughout Japan with their spectacular performances. As the BanG Dream competition draws near, the band members are prepared to captivate audiences with their heartfelt music!
[Written by MAL Rewrite]
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BanG Dream! 3rd Season Review
BanG Dream! 3rd Season — As the all-girl band Poppin’Party continues to rise in fame, they find a poster for an event at the legendary Nippon Budoukan. This overview is intentionally spoiler-free and focuses on tone and intent rather than plot specifics.
Thematically, as a TV work and has garnered attention (MAL score: 7.99). This work explores character dynamics, tonal shifts, and the interplay between narrative ambition and execution. The story's pacing and tonal choices are crafted to complement the central ideas, often emphasizing atmosphere and emotional truth over explicit exposition. The show's ability to evoke a consistent mood — whether melancholic, exuberant, or contemplative — is a recurring strength, and the scenes are constructed so viewers can infer stakes without needing explicit spoilers.
Characterization is a core pillar here. Protagonists and supporting figures are written with distinct motivations and narrative roles; even when archetypal, the series invests in small behavioral details that make choices feel earned. Character arcs are handled with an eye for gradualism: development often arrives through incremental beats rather than abrupt, expository shifts. The interactions between characters create texture, and relationships are used to illuminate both personal flaws and larger thematic concerns.
On the visual front, production values play a significant role. The animation quality varies by sequence but frequently showcases thoughtful direction and composition. Background art, framing, and color palettes are used deliberately to support tone — quieter scenes favor muted palettes while action or heightened emotional beats employ brighter, more kinetic visuals. Direction choices, such as camera movement and shot selection, often elevate scenes beyond their raw script, creating moments that linger in the viewer's mind.
The soundscape — score, incidental music, and sound design — complements the visual language. Music cues are placed to maximize emotional resonance without manipulating the audience with melodrama; this restraint often leads to more authentic emotional payoff. Sound design punctuates key moments, and when the series leans on silence, those quieter moments are given weight by measured audio choices.
Pacing and structure are handled with craft. Episodes are arranged to build tension and release methodically, and the narrative rarely rushes through important emotional beats. That said, the deliberate pacing may feel slow to viewers who prefer faster plot turnover; the reward is greater nuance and an accumulation of meaning across the series. Accessibility is generally good — one can appreciate surface-level pleasures, while repeat or attentive viewing reveals additional layers.
No title is without flaws. Occasional unevenness in subplots or variable animation across episodes can be distracting. Some tonal shifts might feel abrupt if you expect uniformity; others will argue that those shifts are purposeful. These are worth noting, but they seldom undercut the larger achievements of the work.
In sum, BanG Dream! 3rd Season offers a rich experience for viewers who value character-driven storytelling, considered visual design, and a soundtrack that supports rather than overwhelms. For fans of thoughtful anime, this is an especially rewarding watch. It's recommended for those who appreciate layered narratives and artistry in animation, and best approached with patience and attention to nuance.
Characters & Voice Actors
Asahi, Rokka
Main
Kohara, Riko
Japanese
Hanazono, Tae
Main
Otsuka, Sae
Japanese
Hikawa, Sayo
Main
Kudou, Haruka
Japanese
Ichigaya, Arisa
Main
Itou, Ayasa
Japanese
Imai, Lisa
Main
Nakashima, Yuki
Japanese
Minato, Yukina
Main
Aiba, Aina
Japanese
Satou, Masuki
Main
Natsume
Japanese
Shirokane, Rinko
Main
Shizaki, Kanon
Japanese
Tamade, Chiyu
Main
Tsumugi, Risa
Japanese
Toyama, Kasumi
Main
Aimi
Japanese
Udagawa, Ako
Main
Sakuragawa, Megu
Japanese
Ushigome, Rimi
Main
Nishimoto, Rimi
Japanese
Yamabuki, Saaya
Main
Ohashi, Ayaka
Japanese
Aoba, Moca
Supporting
Misawa, Sachika
Japanese
Hazawa, Tsugumi
Supporting
Kanemoto, Hisako
Japanese
Hikawa, Hina
Supporting
Ozawa, Ari
Japanese
Kitazawa, Hagumi
Supporting
Yoshida, Yuuri
Japanese
Maruyama, Aya
Supporting
Maeshima, Ami
Japanese
Matsubara, Kanon
Supporting
Toyota, Moe
Japanese
Mitake, Ran
Supporting
Sakura, Ayane
Japanese
Staff
Saitou, Kazuhiro
Producer
Kakimoto, Koudai
Director, Storyboard
Iida, Satoki
Sound Director
Chanohara, Takuya
Episode Director, Storyboard, Character Design, Animation Director
Majima, Takahiro
Episode Director
Morita, Kouri
Episode Director
Takahashi, Naruse
Episode Director
Nakanishi, Yasuhiro
Script, Screenplay
Ogawa, Hitomi
Script
Fujisawa, Toshiyuki
Storyboard
Matsuzono, Hiroshi
Storyboard
Nakano, You
Storyboard
Sugishima, Kunihisa
Storyboard
Takahashi, Masanori
Storyboard
Aimi
Theme Song Performance
Itou, Ayasa
Theme Song Performance, Inserted Song Performance
Oda, Asuka
Theme Song Lyrics
Poppin'Party
Theme Song Performance, Inserted Song Performance
Roselia
Theme Song Performance, Inserted Song Performance
Takeda, Yusuke
Theme Song Arrangement