Direct answer: As of the latest available reports in late 2025, My Hero Academia Season 8 is reported to have either 11 or 12 episodes, with several outlets leaning toward 11 episodes for the final season, while a few others claim 12. There is no official, universally confirmed episode count publicly released by Studio Bones at the time of these reports, so the exact number may vary as official announcements finalize. Context and nuances:

• Some outlets (Beebom, Economic Times) indicate the final season will run for 11 episodes and conclude around mid-December 2025, suggesting an 11-episode arc for Season 8. These reports often base their claims on broadcast schedules and timing constraints rather than a formal confirmation from the studio.

• Other publications have floated 12-episode counts, noting that the season released its first episode on October 4, 2025, and would extend into December, which would align with a 12-episode run if weekly episodes continued without breaks.

• Community discussions and some entertainment sites have varied estimates (ranging from 11 to 13), but these are speculative without an official episode tally from Bones.

• The first episode did air on October 4, 2025, and episode lists or catalogs that track Season 8 typically show entries up through multiple weeks; however, exact final episode count remains dependent on Bones’ official disclosure.

What to watch for:

• Official confirmation from Studio Bones or the anime’s broadcaster regarding the final episode count.
• If you’re tracking by air dates, expect a weekly schedule with approximately 11–12 episodes spanning October to December 2025.

If you’d like, I can search for the most current official statement or recent industry reports to pin down the latest confirmed episode count.