A Certain Scientific Railgun is a Japanese manga series by Kazuma Kamachi and illustrated by Motoi Fuyukawa. It began serialization in April 2007 and is a spin-off of Kamachi’s A Certain Magical Index light novel series. Seven Seas Entertainment published the series in North America in 2011.
The anime television series adaptation was released in Japan between 2009 and 2010, followed by an original video animation in 2010. The series has been adapted into a spin-off manga series, A Certain Scientific Railgun: Astral Buddy, and a third season, A Certain Scientific Railgun T. A fourth season is set to be announced at the Dengeki Bunko Winter Festival 2025.
Get ready, Railgun fans—Season 4 of A Certain Scientific Railgun is officially on the way, and we’ve got all the electrifying details right here!
A Certain Scientific Railgun Season 4
Tatsuyuki Nagai will direct the fourth season of A Certain Scientific Railgun, following his successful tenure on the first three seasons. Yuichi Tanaka and Shogo Yasukawa may return as character designer and series composer, respectively. The fourth season will feature 25 episodes, with the episode count unknown at this time.
The announcement was made at the Dengeki Bunko Winter Festival 2025, five years after the last season. Fans will closely monitor the anime’s social media accounts. No release date has been provided, but fans can expect updates in the coming months. A Certain Scientific Railgun is set to return after its 30th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the publisher, which has lost many light novel-turned anime franchises over the years.
Cast
The voice cast for A Certain Scientific Railgun has remained mostly consistent throughout the past three seasons, so fans can expect the same familiar voices in the upcoming installment:
- Rina Satō as the electrifying Mikoto Misaka
- Satomi Arai returning as the teleporting Kuroko Shirai
- Aki Toyosaki voicing the sweet Kazari Uiharu
- Kanae Itō as the lively Ruiko Saten
- Azumi Asakura reprising her role as Misaki Shokuhō
- Kengo Kawanishi as the energetic Gunha Sogīta
- Minako Kotobuki returning as Mitsuko Kongō
- Haruka Tomatsu as Kinuho Wannai
- Yoshino Nanjō voicing Ma’aya Awatsuki
- Minami Tsuda as Junko Hokaze
- Nozomi Sasaki as the Sisters
- Maaya Uchida returning as Frenda Seivelun
Overview
In a world where mysticism and science intersect, supernatural powers are derived from either science or religion. Academy City, a metropolis with 80% students, is the center of this world. Students are enrolled in the city’s “Power Curriculum Program,” where they learn to master their psychic powers. Only seven students have Level 5 status, and Mikoto Misaka, the third most powerful Level 5 esper, is part of this group.
Together with Kuroko Shirai and Judgment, a student-run law enforcement agency, they explore the scientific sprawl of the city and uncover secrets. The manga series, A Certain Scientific Railgun, follows the exploits of Mikoto and her friends before and during the events of A Certain Magical Index. The series has been published in North America, Japan, and Japan, with a second season titled A Certain Scientific Railgun S and a spin-off manga series titled A Certain Scientific Railgun: Astral Buddy. A fourth season has been announced.
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about A Certain Scientific Railgun Season 4:
1. Is A Certain Scientific Railgun getting a Season 4?
Yes! Season 4 of A Certain Scientific Railgun has been officially confirmed, exciting fans who’ve been eagerly waiting for more adventures in Academy City.
2. When is the release date for Season 4?
As of now, an exact release date hasn’t been announced. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
3. Will the main cast return for Season 4?
Most likely! The main cast has remained consistent through the previous seasons, so fans can expect the return of familiar voices like Rina Satō as Mikoto Misaka and Satomi Arai as Kuroko Shirai.
4. What story arc will Season 4 cover?
While details are still under wraps, fans speculate that Season 4 might cover new arcs from the manga, continuing Misaka’s adventures in Academy City.
5. Where can I watch Season 4 of A Certain Scientific Railgun?
The new season is expected to be available on popular streaming platforms that have previously aired the series. Keep an eye out for official announcements regarding streaming options.
Final Thoughts
A Certain Scientific Railgun is a Japanese manga series by Kazuma Kamachi, illustrated by Motoi Fuyukawa. Published by Seven Seas Entertainment in North America in 2011, the series has been adapted into an anime television series and a manga series. A fourth season is set to be announced at the Dengeki Bunko Winter Festival 2025, with Tatsuyuki Nagai directing and Yuichi Tanaka and Shogo Yasukawa returning as character designers and composers.
The fourth season will feature 25 episodes, with the episode count unknown at this time. The announcement was made at the Dengeki Bunko Winter Festival 2025, five years after the last season. A Certain Scientific Railgun is set to return after its 30th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the publisher.
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