If you’ve been glued to your screen every Friday night, you’re not alone. Hell University, the Filipino dark academia thriller streaming on Viva One, has become one of 2026’s most talked-about shows. Here’s your complete guide to the episode schedule, plot, cast, and where to watch.
What is Hell University?
Hell University is a Philippine mystery thriller with elements of romance and dark academia, adapted from the Wattpad novel of the same name by KnightInBlack — itself inspired by the dystopian horror franchise The Purge. The series is directed by Bobby Bonifacio Jr. and co-produced by Studio Viva and Webtoon Productions. Wikipedia
The story takes place in a school hidden from society that operates outside government control. Students don’t pay tuition or buy food — but they must survive a nightly event called the “Bloody Night,” which runs from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM, during which all violent acts, including murder, are permitted. Wikipedia
Learn more about the show’s full background on Wikipedia.
Full Episode Release Schedule
New episodes drop every Friday at 12:00 AM PHT on Viva One. soapcentral The series runs for 18 episodes in total, airing from February 6 to June 5, 2026, with each episode running approximately 53 minutes. mydramalist
| Episode | Title | Release Date (PHT) |
|---|---|---|
| Ep 1 | Newbies | Feb 6, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 2 | — | Feb 13, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 3 | — | Feb 20, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 4 | — | Feb 27, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 5 | — | Mar 6, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 6 | — | Mar 13, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 7 | — | Mar 20, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 8 | — | Mar 27, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 9 | Fairy Tale | Apr 3, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 10 | Hoy | Apr 10, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 11 | Foundation Day | Apr 17, 2026 ✅ |
| Ep 12 | — | Apr 25, 2026 🔜 |
| Ep 13–18 | TBA | May 1 – Jun 5, 2026 |
Global Streaming Times for New Episodes
| Region | Day | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines (PHT) | Friday | 12:00 AM |
| USA – East Coast (EDT) | Thursday | 11:00 AM |
| USA – West Coast (PDT) | Thursday | 8:00 AM |
| India (IST) | Friday | 2:30 AM |
| South Korea (KST) | Friday | 1:00 AM |
Where to Watch
Hell University streams exclusively on Viva One — the official platform from Viva Entertainment. It is not available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or any other service. The Viva One app can be downloaded for free from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, and offers monthly and yearly subscription plans. Episodes include subtitles for global audiences. vviptimes
Also check out our guide on top Filipino dramas streaming in 2026 and how to watch Viva One outside the Philippines.
Hell University: Main Cast
| Actor | Character | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Ryan | Zein Shion | Lead — brave survivor |
| Zeke Polina | Ace Craige | Lead — the Supremo |
| Aubrey Caraan | Samantha | Supporting |
| Lance Carr | Raze Silvenia | Supporting |
| Andre Yllana | Matthew Hart | Supporting |
| Keagan de Jesus | Nazzer Lumia | Supporting |
This project marks the first lead roles for both Heart Ryan and Zeke Polina. Wikipedia
