Streaming Expansions & Platform Shifts
Key Questions
How is Netflix changing its anime strategy?
Netflix is shifting to a co-production model confirmed at Annecy, with a slate including The Ribbon Hero, Fool Night, Sparks of Tomorrow, Bass X Machina, and the One Piece reboot in 2027.
Where can viewers stream Bleach TYBW Part 4?
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War Part 4 will stream on Hulu and Disney+ starting July 25, 2026, covering the final 13 episodes.
What new platforms is Crunchyroll expanding to?
Crunchyroll is expanding into Taiwan and South Korea while adding classic titles like the CLAMP OVA 'X2 – Double X'. It is also co-producing the Solo Leveling film.
When does Demon Slayer Infinity Castle arrive on Crunchyroll?
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle I will stream on Crunchyroll on July 28, 2026, following its theatrical run. A panel at Anime Expo may provide further confirmation.
What anime are leaving HIDIVE in July 2026?
Akame ga Kill and Fate/Stay Night are scheduled to leave HIDIVE, while new additions include HELL MODE Season 2 and the Dangers in My Heart movie.
Which Disney+ regions are getting new anime movies?
Disney+ is adding Akira, Perfect Blue, and Your Name to UK and France libraries under a new deal with Anime Ltd, though these titles remain region-locked and unavailable in the US.
What is the One Piece store launch details?
An official One Piece store is opening in Los Angeles in fall 2026, expanding the franchise's physical retail presence in the United States.
Which new titles are joining Crunchyroll's summer 2026 lineup?
Crunchyroll has added several titles including Black Torch on July 4 and updates to its existing summer catalog, with further announcements expected at industry events.
Netflix shifting to co-production strategy (confirmed at Annecy), with major slate including The Ribbon Hero (Aug 8), Fool Night, Sparks of Tomorrow, Bass X Machina, One Piece reboot (Feb 2027). Crunchyroll expanding to Taiwan and South Korea, CEO wants Indian stories. Hulu's Animayhem returns for Anime Expo. ADN Anime coming to Disney+. Crunchyroll added classic CLAMP OVA 'X2 – Double X'. HIDIVE reviving forgotten classics, announces Blade & Bastard for 2027. Free Amasian TV launched as Crunchyroll rival. Demon Slayer Infinity Castle streaming leak for July 29 Crunchyroll; panel at Anime Expo July 3 may confirm. Netflix June 2026 lineup includes AssClass S2, One Piece Whole Cake, Shangri-La Frontier S2, Kill Blue, BAKI-DOU Part 2 (June 18). Bleach TYBW Part 4 now confirmed for Hulu and Disney+ July 25. Disney+ adding Akira, Perfect Blue, Your Name to UK/France libraries (region-locked, US excluded). HIDIVE July schedule includes HELL MODE S2, Forsaken Saintess, Dangers in My Heart movie; Akame ga Kill, Fate/Stay Night leaving. One Piece official store in LA this fall. GKIDS taking over Ghibli UK rights. Live-action Kiki's Delivery Service series in development. Akira IMAX release.