On March 19, 2026, the long-awaited anime adaptation of Steel Ball Run, the seventh part of Hirohiko Araki’s iconic JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure, finally made its global debut. Netflix premiered the first episode, titled "1st STAGE," to fans around the world, marking a major milestone for the long-running franchise. This release follows years of anticipation for the story, which transitions the series into a new continuity and a gritty, 19th-century setting.

The premiere arrived as an extended 47-minute special, providing a deep dive into the high-stakes cross-country horse race that defines this arc. Set in 1890s America, the narrative follows Johnny Joestar and Gyro Zeppeli as they compete for a massive cash prize while navigating the supernatural "Stand" powers that fans have come to love. According to GameRant and AV Club, this exclusive streaming partnership continues the platform's recent trend of being the primary home for new JoJo content.

While the first episode is currently live, the rollout strategy for the rest of the series remains a mystery. Netflix has not yet revealed the specific release dates for subsequent episodes, leaving fans to wonder if the show will follow a weekly schedule or arrive in larger batches. For now, the "1st STAGE" stands as the only available chapter of what is widely considered one of Araki's greatest masterpieces.