Streaming Expansions
Key Questions
What is happening with Crunchyroll's subscriber numbers?
Crunchyroll is experiencing a decline to 20-21 million subscribers. Several titles like Season 2 of 86 and Hunter x Hunter have lapsed or been canceled amid this trend.
What anime titles are coming to Netflix in May and June 2026?
Netflix's May-June 2026 lineup includes Blue Lock, My Dress-Up Darling Season 2, Assassination Classroom Season 2, and new arrivals such as Horimiya in India. Additional summer titles like Akane-banashi and One Piece arcs are also planned.
When and where are the Crunchyroll Anime Awards taking place?
The tenth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards will be held in Tokyo, Japan on May 23, 2026. The event returns to its home city for the ceremony.
What is Amasian TV and how does it challenge Netflix?
Amasian TV is a new free anime streaming service launched by Odk Media, offering anime, Korean dramas, and Asian cinema. It positions itself as a direct competitor to paid platforms like Netflix.
Which anime releases are scheduled for Prime Video?
Prime Video will add Ghost in the Shell on July 7 and Hokuto titles on April 10-11. These join other platform additions across Hulu and Sony LIV in India.
How is Netflix expanding its anime and Japan content?
Netflix is broadening beyond anime with a massive Japan expansion that includes live-action dramas and other formats. It is also adding titles like Horimiya in India and releasing films such as Milky-Subway.
What is Netflix's latest move in AI animation?
Netflix is expanding its AI animation efforts through the new INKubator Studio. This builds on its ongoing push to integrate AI tools into anime production.
Are there any other notable anime platform updates?
Hulu is adding new titles, Sony LIV is expanding in India, and a Scooby-Doo anime series titled Yokoso Scooby-Doo! is set for Tubi in 2027. Yen Press has also announced surprise manga licenses.
CR 20-21M subs decline/86 S2 killed/HxH lapse/AI/Ani-May; Netflix May-June 2026 lineup with Blue Lock/My Dress-Up Darling S2/AssClass S2 + Horimiya India June 15 + new arrivals; Prime GitS July7/Hokuto Apr10-11/Hulu adds; Sony LIV India; DS IC $354M July29. CR Awards Tokyo May 23. New free Amasian TV by Odk Media challenges Netflix.