Anime Expo 2026 was bursting with excitement as Crunchyroll made a series of highly anticipated announcements that have the anime community buzzing. The highlight of the event was the reveal of Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, a new film that promises to capture the hearts of fans as it picks up where Solo Leveling Season 2 left off. This announcement, made by Aleks Le, the English voice actor, has added to the excitement surrounding this production. Currently in the works at A-1 Pictures, the film is a collaborative effort involving Aniplex, Netmarble, D&C MEDIA, Kakao Piccoma, and Crunchyroll.
Fans of the hit game Ghost of Tsushima were treated to a surprise reveal of the character designs for the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime. Helmed by director Takanobu Mizuno, with the creative genius of Gen Urobuchi and Satoshi Maejima on story composition and scripting, this adaptation is poised for greatness. Renowned artist Takashi Okazaki is bringing his vision to the character designs, while KAMIKAZE DOUGA is set to deliver stunning animation.
Crunchyroll’s announcements didn’t stop there, as several new and returning series were unveiled. Here U Are has found a home with Crunchyroll, and fans can gear up for the launch of Fate Rewinder in April 2027. The popular series The Rising of the Shield Hero is slated to return with Season 5 in 2027. Dengeki Daisy thrilled audiences with its first worldwide trailer, while Aoashi Season 2 gears up for an October 2026 debut. Anime enthusiasts can also look forward to Gacha Girls Corps and Magical Buffs – The Support Caster is Stronger Than He Realized!, both launching in January 2027. The Vermilion Mask will premiere in October 2026, and Overgeared is scheduled to stream later this year.
In a delightful surprise for anime movie lovers, Crunchyroll confirmed the return of the iconic AKIRA to theaters across the United States and Canada on September 4, 2026. This classic film will be presented in stunning 4K IMAX, offering an unforgettable cinematic experience. Expanding its library even further, Crunchyroll Manga announced a major expansion with the addition of Kodansha USA, promising even more manga content for subscribers to enjoy.
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