Netflix has rolled out ‘Watch Your Favourite Books’ globally, a dedicated hub on the platform inspired by the vibrant book community and the popularity of its adaptations. “We’ve seen a real passion from fans around Netflix’s library of book adaptations,” commented Mansi Patel, Netflix’s Senior Director of Product Merchandising. “Our team looked to celebrate that […]
The Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA) has signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs); one with the Alliance for Manga and Webtoon (AMW), a French organisation related to manga and webtoons, and the other with L’Autorité de Régulation de la Communication Audiovisuelle et Numérique (Arcom), the regulatory authority responsible for audiovisual and digital communications in France. […]
Toei Animation and Crunchyroll have announced the return of the One Piece Simulcast on Crunchyroll this spring in EMEA with the start of the Elbaph Arc, continuing the global anime phenomenon with an all-new chapter in the Straw Hats’ journey. Following a three-month break after the conclusion of Egghead Arc Part 2, this new arc […]
Crunchyroll, the ultimate home for anime worldwide, has announced the double premiere and same-day English dub release for the award winning fantasy series Witch Hat Atelier. Episodes 1 & 2 stream exclusively on Crunchyroll from April 6th. In a world where only witches can cast magic, they must avoid being seen by ordinary people while […]
Crunchyroll, the home for anime worldwide, has acquired the upcoming ninja battle action anime Black Torch, licensed by VIZ Media, the leading publisher and distributor of manga and anime, and home to the iconic Shonen Jump brand. Based on the manga by Tsuyoshi Takaki, the series will stream exclusively on Crunchyroll worldwide excluding Asia, with […]
Prmie Video reports that its non-English language movies and series are engaging global audiences more than ever, with an abundance of new titles in the pipeline that were presented at the inaugural Prime Video Presents: International Originals showcase in London. Introduced by Vice President of Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios International, Kelly Day, and hosted […]
In November 2025, the Shanghai Public Security Bureau of China searched the residence of a man living in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on suspicion of copyright infringement. The suspect is alleged to have operated what the China Overseas Development Association (CODA) called “the world’s largest” manga piracy site, BATO.TO (plus approximately 60 related sites), […]
After a breakout year for anime across streaming and on the big screen, Crunchyroll announced the 2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards will return to Tokyo, Japan on May 23rd. The marquis tenth celebration will be punctuated by a global pre-show, star-studded orange carpet, and once-in-a-lifetime performances, all in support of honoring nominees across thirty two categories of […]
Crunchyroll has announced the acquisition of the two seasons of Fist of the North Star (Hokuto no Ken). All the episodes are now available in Japanese with English subtitles. Adapted from a manga written by Buronson, illustrated by Tetsuo Hara, and published in Weekly Shonen Jump, the anime was produced by Toei Animation. Broadcast in […]
Netflix anime titles like Baki Hanma and Pokémon Concierge may live on opposite ends of the genre spectrum, but their global fandom reflects something bigger: anime is no longer niche, it’s now mainstream, according to the streaming giant. “With over 50 per cent of global Netflix members watching anime, the genre is reaching more audiences […]