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entertainment3 months ago

‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ Sets Box Office Records, Highlighting Anime's Global Rise

The success of 'Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle,' which has become the highest-grossing Japanese film and top-earning anime feature ever, underscores the massive global popularity of anime. Crunchyroll CEO Rahul Purini highlights how this milestone demonstrates anime's mainstream appeal, its diverse audience, and the strategic importance for Sony, which has integrated anime into its core growth sectors. The film's success is expected to boost future installments, streaming, merchandising, and further solidify anime's position in global entertainment.

entertainment4 months ago

Sekiro Anime Adaptation Announced for 2026 with First Trailer

An official anime adaptation of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, titled Sekiro: No Defeat, has been announced, set to feature fully hand-drawn animation and debut later in 2026 exclusively on Crunchyroll outside Japan, China, and Korea. The adaptation aims to respectfully bring the game's story and aesthetic to life, with a talented cast and crew involved in its production.

entertainment6 months ago

Anime Expo 2025 Celebrates Two Decades of Global Anime Culture in Los Angeles

Anime Expo in Los Angeles, attracting 100,000 fans, is a major event for Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures to connect with dedicated anime fans, promote new projects, and celebrate anime as a global art form and lifestyle. The event highlights the growing popularity of anime, fan engagement through cosplay and social media, and the importance of anime in mainstream entertainment, with Crunchyroll emphasizing its role as a comprehensive destination for anime enthusiasts.

entertainment1 year ago

"Crunchyroll Announces Theatrical Releases for Haikyu!!, Blue Lock, and Overlord Anime Movies"

Crunchyroll announced plans to bring three anime movies, "Haikyu!!: The Dumpster Battle," "Blue Lock The Movie – Episode Nagi," and "Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom," to North American theaters, underscoring the growing mainstream appeal of anime. The move comes as anime has become increasingly important in domestic theaters, offering alternative programming amid a slowdown in studio films. Crunchyroll, which was acquired by Sony in 2021, has seen success with previous anime releases and aims to capitalize on the passionate fanbase and unique storytelling of anime on the big screen.

entertainment1 year ago

Crunchyroll Sparks Outrage by Swapping Miku Expo Hologram for Flatscreen TV

Fans are outraged after Crunchyroll's North American Miku Expo events featured virtual diva Hatsune Miku on a flat-screen TV instead of a hologram, leading to criticism of understocked merch vendors, expensive tickets, and a disappointing concert experience. Attendees are considering legal action, as they feel misled by event organizers who allegedly kept the use of a TV instead of a hologram a secret until the event.

entertainmenttech1 year ago

"The Future of Anime Streaming: Mergers, Myths, and Must-Watch Recommendations"

Funimation and Crunchyroll are working to compensate customers who will lose their digital libraries in the upcoming merger, with options such as access to digital copies on other services or discounts on subscription services. However, the process seems inconsistent and difficult to take advantage of, with some customers receiving boilerplate responses from customer service. The merger comes after Sony's acquisition of Funimation and Crunchyroll, and customers are concerned about losing access to their digital copies. Sony customers have previously faced similar issues with their digital purchases, raising concerns about the handling of digital libraries in the entertainment industry.

business1 year ago

Sony Pictures' Third-Quarter Profits Soar to $281 Million

Sony Pictures Entertainment's profits for the third-quarter of fiscal year 2023 surged 57% to $281 million, with revenues also rising 5% to $2.473 billion. The increase was attributed to higher television and digital streaming licensing revenues, home entertainment sales, and the success of theatrical releases like "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Additionally, the company noted significant increases in the Financial Services, Pictures, and Music segments, with a 16% rise in sales for Games & Network Services. Sony also highlighted the success of Crunchyroll and expects the impact of Hollywood strikes to be around $133 million.

entertainmenttech1 year ago

"Sony's Funimation Merger Sparks Outrage Over Lost Anime Libraries"

Sony's merger of Funimation with Crunchyroll will result in the erasure of purchased digital content, causing frustration among anime fans who had expected to have access to their content indefinitely. While physical copies will still provide access, the move serves as a reminder of the impermanence of digital content and the control companies have over it.

entertainment1 year ago

"Funimation Shutdown Sparks Anime Fans' Frustration and Digital Library Woes"

Funimation is shutting down on April 2nd, 2024, and existing subscribers will be migrated to Crunchyroll, resulting in potential price increases and the loss of digital libraries. Legacy subscribers will see price hikes, with some facing significant increases. Additionally, Crunchyroll will not support the digital copies redeemed through Funimation, leading to the loss of previously available digital copies. The move comes after Sony's acquisition of Crunchyroll in 2021 and the subsequent plans to combine the two services. Users are advised to check their email for specific pricing details and instructions on transferring watch history and queues to Crunchyroll.

entertainment1 year ago

"Sony's Funimation Shutdown Sparks Anime Library Chaos for Fans"

Sony-owned Crunchyroll's absorption of Funimation will result in the loss of purchased content for customers, with no support for transferring digital copies to Crunchyroll. Additionally, the annual price for the service is increasing to $100, citing running costs and competition. This move raises concerns about digital ownership and consolidation in the entertainment space, prompting the suggestion to reconsider purchasing digital media.