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When Will Dr. STONE Season 4 Release? Meet New Characters Dr. Xeno and Stanley, Voiced by Kenji Nojima and Koji Yusa

The final season of the hit anime Dr. STONE, titled Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, will debut its first cour in January 2025. The latest teaser PV and main visual reveal that Kenji Nojima and Koji Yusa have joined the cast, bringing life to two formidable characters: Dr. Xeno and Stanley Snyder.


Main visual for the final season of Dr. STONE.

Main visual for the final season of Dr. STONE. (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee


What’s New in Dr. STONE Season 4?

Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE takes viewers on a journey to America, where Senku and his friends search for corn, an essential ingredient in their revival fluid. However, their mission won’t go unchallenged. The newly introduced Dr. Xeno and his ally, Stanley Snyder, emerge as significant threats, wielding advanced scientific prowess to stand in Senku’s way. The teaser gives fans a glimpse of the intense science-driven battles that lie ahead.


Who Are Dr. Xeno and Stanley?

Dr. Xeno is a brilliant scientist, and Stanley Snyder is his highly capable and skilled right-hand man. Their inclusion signals new and intense challenges as they oppose Senku’s goal of saving humanity. Voiced by Kenji Nojima, Dr. Xeno has intrigued fans as a complex antagonist with a deep connection to Senku. Stanley Snyder, portrayed by Koji Yusa, is depicted as a character exuding confidence and skill.


Dr. Xeno from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025

Dr. Xeno from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025 (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee


Stanley Snyder from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025

Stanley Snyder from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025 (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee


Cast Comments on Their Roles

Kenji Nojima as Dr. Xeno
“I’m thrilled to play such a cool antagonist in Dr. STONE. Fans will be intrigued by Dr. Xeno’s connection with Senku. I hope viewers enjoy both the original manga and Dr. Xeno’s animated portrayal. Look forward to it!”


Kenji Nojima

Kenji Nojima


Dr. Xeno from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025 (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee

Dr. Xeno from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025 (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee


Koji Yusa as Stanley Snyder
“I’m excited to take on the role of Stanley, who is highly skilled and dependable. While I can’t help but worry about his heavy smoking habit, fans can rest assured that with Stanley, things are in good hands. Enjoy!”


Koji Yusa as Stanley Snyder

Koji Yusa as Stanley Snyder


Stanley Snyder from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025

Stanley Snyder from The first cour of Dr.STONE's final season will air in January 2025 (C) Riichiro Inagaki, Boichi/Shueisha, Dr. STONE Production Committee


About Dr. STONE’s Legacy

Dr.STONE, which was serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump from March 2017 to March 2022, has over 17 million copies in circulation. The series is a science-based survival adventure set in a world where all of humanity has mysteriously turned to stone. Senku, with his extraordinary intellect, rebuilds civilization from scratch, creating modern technology like medicines, phones, and katanas.

The final season will be divided into three cours, starting in January 2025.

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