Jojo`s Bizarre Adventure Episode 9 Apr 2026

: She carries both an orphaned baby girl she rescued and the child she conceived with Jonathan—who we later learn is the key to the next generation.

For many fans, this episode solidified their love for the series by proving it wasn't afraid to take risks. It is one of the rare instances in shonen anime where the main villain essentially wins by achieving their goal—Dio successfully takes Jonathan's body, a plot point that resonates through several later parts of the series. JoJo`s Bizarre Adventure Episode 9

Dio’s plan is simple yet horrifying: he intends to kill Jonathan and steal his body, which he deems the only one worthy of hosting his head. : She carries both an orphaned baby girl

: Using the last of his strength and willpower, Jonathan manages to jam the ship's gears, triggering a massive boiler explosion. Dio’s plan is simple yet horrifying: he intends

Reviewers have praised the "flawless" storyboarding and the emotional weight of Jonathan's death, with the voice actor for Jonathan even reportedly shedding tears during the recording of the final farewell. It remains a masterclass in blending "ridiculous insanity" with genuine, manly tears. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Episode 9 (End of Phantom Blood)