The news follows last year’s launch of the Crunchyroll application on Samsung Smart TVs, underscoring the growing demand for new and accessible ways to experience anime.
According to Ampere Analysis, announced game‑to‑anime commissions climbed by 137% year‑on‑year in 2024, overtaking comics to become the third‑largest source of adaptations.
The streamer expands its local slate with “Straight to Hell,” “Did Someone Happen to Mention Me?” and “Steel Ball Run: JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure,” strengthening its investment in Japanese drama, comedy, and anime.
Driven by the rising appeal of Anime and Dramas, Japan’s share of non-US franchises on Netflix North America jumped from 13% to 29% between Q2 2022 and Q2 2025, while UK franchises declined from 26% to 17%, according to Ampere Analysis.
In a first-of-its-kind collab, NIKE and Konami Cross Media NY fuse anime and athletics—channeling the spirit of Yu-Gi-Oh! into sneakers and streetwear that speak to fans old and new.