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The official website for the two-part stage play musical adaptation of Gen Urobuchi's Fate/Zero light novel series released a trailer for its upcoming second show, Musical "Fate/Zero" ~A Hero of Justice~ , introducing the main cast members. Musical "Fate/Zero" ~A Hero of Justice~ Trailer Following the first show ~The Sword of Promised Victory~ in January, the second show ~A Hero of Justice~ is set to perform at Theater Milano-Za in Tokyo from September 6 to 21, 2025. After various advance sales from June 13 to 21, general sales of the 13,800-yen tickets will begin on July 26. Key visual Related: Fate/Zero Stage Musical Adaptation Reveals Trailer, Main Cast Visuals All of the main cast members from the first show reprise their roles. The site has also revealed individual visuals. Kiritsugu Emiya played by Hironori Araki Saber played by Yuka Akino Irisviel von Einzbern played by Yuka Yamauchi Maiya Hisau played by Minami Tsukui Tokiomi Tohsaka played...

Prequels are presented with the daunting task of living up to the hype of the main series while trying to expand its lore. While most prequel series fail in one of these tasks, a few prequels are balanced perfectly. Furuhashi’s My Hero Academia: Vigilantes is one such prequel that builds its world while enriching the pre-established lore of My Hero Academia. The series is a masterclass in storytelling that has both quality and emotional resonance.

If you agree with us and want to see more such prequels that are just as good as My Hero Academia: Vigilantes, then fear not, because We Are Here! Here are 5 prequels that are just as good as Vigilantes, in no particular order.

1. Fate/Zero is a dark prelude to the Fate series Emiya with Irisveil walking behind him | Credits: Ufotable

Set a decade before the events of the main series, Fate/Zero tells the story...

The Fate series is notorious for its complex timeline, multiple routes, and alternate universes, all of which are considered canon. With various adaptations and spin-offs, it can be a confusing and daunting task for newcomers to decide where to start.

However, by following a structured watch order, you can ease into the wonderful world of Fate. Here is the watch list-

1. Fate/Zero (2011-2012) Fate/Zero | Credits: Ufotable

The best place to start watching from is Fate/Zero. It serves as a prequel to Fate/Stay Night. This series explores the Fourth Holy Grail War, setting the stage for later events and essentially building a base for what is to come.

With a darker setting, it delves into the minds of participants like Kiritsugu Emiya, Kirei Kotomine, and others, forming an emotional impact that will resonate throughout the series.

2. Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works (2014-2015) Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works | Credits: Ufotable

Once Fate/Zero...

Bandai Namco Filmworks has revealed the key visual, trailer, and a release date for the fourth film in the Princess Principal: Crown Handler series. The film will premiere on May 23.

The third film in the six-part series came out in Japan in April 2023, while the first film debuted in February 2021. The release of the first movie was delayed due to Covid-19, originally set for April 2020.

The second film arrived in September 2021. Sentai Filmworks is handling the licensing of the entire film series.

The story of the first film centers on a spy ring, Team White Pigeon, who are sent to uncover a possible double agent in the royal family after an assassination attempt on the Queen. But with danger at every turn, trust becomes a luxury.

The films are being directed by Masaki Tachibana, who worked on Barakamon and .hack//Quantum. Noboru Kimura, who has worked on Gundam Build Divers and Solty Rei,...

Image Credit: Aslak Junttu For those in the more extreme worlds of metal, thall is likely their favorite export from the Nordic countries. The syncopated, earth shattering riffs, coupled with the cold negative space, create an effect unlike any other in the genre. 2024’s standout thall act was undoubtedly the Swedish band Allt, whose album From the New World featured heavily on many “Top Albums of 2024” lists. He’s never really made public before, but guitarist Olle Nordstrom is a massive anime fan, which is precisely why you are seeing this interview on Crunchyroll News. Nordstrom was kind enough to sit down with me to talk through the recording process for the sensational new album, his love of Steins;Gate , and the push and pull of tension and catharsis in anime soundtracks that has captivated his creative mind. How is everything going on your end? It must be nice to...

A Ghost of Tsushima anime adapting Sucker Punch's smash-hit game and Legends multiplayer game is coming to the Crunchyroll streaming service in 2027.

Via a press release, four companies under the Sony Group: Crunchyroll, Aniplex, Sony Music, and PlayStation Productions will produce an anime series adapted from Sucker Punch Productions’ award-winning Ghost of Tsushima video game and its Legends cooperative multiplayer game. The Ghost of Tsushima anime's initial staff announcement includes director Takanobu Mizuno (Star Wars: Visions - The Duel), with Gen Urobuchi credited for the series composition. Star Wars: Visions studio Kamikaze Douga is responsible for animation production and Sony Music serves as the series' strategic music and soundtrack partner. Readers can check out the newly released Ghost of Tsushima visual below. The series premieres exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027.

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The Fate franchise is Type-moon's multimedia collection that covers stories centered around events called The Holy Grail Wars, where mages summon magical familiars in order to battle each other for the wish-granting relic known as the Holy Grail. The most well-known series in the Fate franchise are Fate/Stay Night and Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works, both of which concluded over 10 years ago. However, Fate fans have been eagerly waiting for the premiere of a new installment animated by A-1 Pictures—Fate/strange Fake, which airs this week on Dec. 31.

Fate/strange Fake is based on the light novel collaboration between Type-moon and Durarara!! author, Ryogo Narita. It is said to take place in the late 2000s, set in the city of Snowfield, Nevada, and revolves around a "fake" Holy Grail War produced by an organization of magi that are based in the United States. Fate/strange Fake: Whispers of Dawn...

Demon Slayer is one of the biggest global phenomena in recent years, and there is no doubt that one of the main reasons for the franchise's success has been its anime adaptation by Studio Ufotable, which features one of the most stunning animations in the medium. But more than praises, this has become an aspect used to belittle the series, since many viewers claim that Demon Slayer's high-quality animation is the only notable thing about the franchise. However, by looking at the studio's past works, it's made apparent that Demon Slayer's popularity is not for the reason fans think.

In addition to Demon Slayer, Ufotable adapted several installments of the Fate Series, making it a recognized studio for its high-level production. Yet, because of this, the contrast between franchises highlights that Demon Slayer's animation isn't the only thing behind the series' impact, shining light on what makes...

2024 is almost over, which means only one thing for Solo Leveling fans: Season 2 is nearly here. The highly anticipated new anime season, based on the hit manhwa fantasy series by Chugong, has revealed brand-new footage and its new musical performers.

Per a press release, Crunchyroll unleashed another trailer for Solo Leveling Season 2, teasing never-before-seen footage of the first two episodes. These episodes, "You aren't E-rank, are You?" and "I Suppose You aren't Aware," will accompany the North American theatrical screening of Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- on Dec 6, 2024. In addition to giving fans another taste of the breakthrough hit, Crunchyroll revealed the new musical performers behind Solo Levelings Season 2 anime opening theme song.

Related Solo Leveling: Arise Goes Dark With Chilling New Trailer for Jeju Island Raid

Solo Leveling: Ariseupdates fans with a new trailer for the upcoming Jeju Island Raid, featuring one of the series' strongest foes: the Ant King.

During the Fate 20th Anniversary Showcase Live event today in Los Angeles, Aniplex of America announced that the Fate/stay night [Heaven’s Feel] movie trilogy will be coming to Crunchyroll next month! Read on for everything you need to know about the upcoming release. Fate/stay night [Heaven's Feel] The Movie trilogy Release Date : December 19, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Pt Territories : United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Channel Islands, Malta, Gibraltar, Isle of Man, South Africa, Latin America Sub : English, Spanish, Portuguese Dub : English The first movie in the trilogy Fate/stay night: [Heaven's Feel] I. presage flower was released in Japan in October 2017, with II. lost butterfly released in 2019 and III. spring song released in 2020. Tomonori Sudo directed each of the movies at studio ufotable with scripts by Akira Hiyama and music by Yuki Kajiura. Crunchyroll currently streams other anime series in the Fate franchise, including Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works] , Fate/Zero , Fate/strange Fake...

The official X (formerly Twitter) account for the stage musical adaptation of Gen Urobuchi's Fate/Zero novel today unveiled a second key visual, depicting the seven Servants that take part in the Fourth Holy Grail War. Fate/Zero Musical Key Visual 2 Hideyuki Nishimori ( Moriarty the Patriot musical) directs the production and pens the script under the supervision of Urobuchi, while also being in charge of song lyrics. Performances are currently slated for Tokyo's Theater Milano-Za on January 18-26, followed by Osaka's Sky Theater Mbs on January 31-February 2. The show's core cast is as follows: Kiritsugu Emiya played by Hironori Araki Saber played by Yuka Akino Irisviel von Einzbern played by Yuka Yamauchi Maiya Hisau played by Minami Tsukui Tokiomi Tohsaka played by Yusuke Toyama Archer played by Harumi Okayama Kayneth El-Melloi Archibald played by Yuichi Ito Lancer played by Teruma Ryunosuke Uryu played by Yoshihide Sasaki Caster played by Metal Yoshida...

Even after four years of its release, Genshin Impact has been leading the gacha RPG scene for a while now, due to its intriguing characters and diverse open-world experience. Despite a love-hate relationship with the game, mainly due to its reward systems and updates, the lovable characters of Teyvat keep drawing several veteran players back.

Genshin Impact | Credits: HoYoverse

Following the franchise’s massive success, HoYoverse stunned the entire fandom with the announcement of the game’s transition to an anime. Back in 2022, HoYoverse CEO, Dawei, and Head of Marketing (Mainland China), Michael, confirmed the production of an anime adaptation based on the hit video game.

Since Genshin is already known for its anime-style visuals and graphics, enthralling Archon stories, and top-tier cutscenes, many fans are eagerly awaiting more news on the anime. Despite its massive fanbase, Genshin Impact fans may face disappointing news as the anime could experience a significant delay.

The official website for Musical "Fate/Zero" ~The Sword of Promised Victory~ , the upcoming stage play musical adaptation of Gen Urobuchi's Fate/Zero light novel series, today released a trailer and visuals introducing its main cast members. Musical "Fate/Zero" ~The Sword of Promised Victory~ Trailer Key visual Kiritsugu Emiya played by Hironori Araki Saber played by Yuka Akino Irisviel von Einzbern played by Yuka Yamauchi Maiya Hisau played by Minami Tsukui Tokiomi Tohsaka played by Yusuke Toyama Archer played by Harumi Okayama Kayneth El-Melloi Archibald played by Yuichi Ito Lancer played by Teruma Ryunosuke Uryu played by Yoshihide Sasaki Caster played by Metal Yoshida Kariya Matou played by Kento Waver played by Raima Hiramatsu Rider played by Yuji Kishi Risei Kotomine played by Ryo Kitazono Musical "Fate/Zero" ~The Sword of Promised Victory~ is set to perform at Theater Milano-Za in Tokyo from January 18 to 26, 2025, then at Sky Theater Mbs in Osaka...

This week on The Anime Effect: Subaru Natsuki's voice actor Yusuke Kobayashi joins the show to talk about Re:zero Season 3. Plus, The Elusive Samurai continues with Season 2, Captain Falcon Gba games come to Nintendo Switch and a special One Piece anniversary episode is announced. Episode 35 of The Anime Effect is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you listen to your podcasts! If you're waiting to watch the video episode, it'll be live on Crunchyroll and YouTube at 7 p.m. Et. Listen or Watch on: Episode 35 Summary In this week's episode, LeAlec, Leah and Nick discuss the podcast's recent Signal Awards nominations, One Piece Fan Letter episode and much more. Then, LeAlec and Leah are joined by Re:zero -Starting Life in Another World voice actor Yusuke Kobayashi at Anime Expo 2024 to chat about Season 3, why Emilia is the best girl and what world he would want to be isekai'd into.

An official website and X (formerly Twitter) account opened today announced that a stage musical adapation of Gen Urobuchi's Fate/Zero light novel is in the works. Hideyuki Nishimori ( Moriarty the Patriot musical) directs the production and pens the script under the supervision of Urobuchi, while also being in charge of song lyrics. Performances are currently slated for Tokyo and Osaka in January-February, 2025. The show's cast will be revealed at a later date, but in the meantime, we have our first preview of Saber in the below teaser visual! Teaser Visual Related: Yona of the Dawn Stage Musical Unveils New Key Visual Crunchyroll streams the 2011 anime adaptation of Fate/Zero and describes the story: The ultimate battle royal, in which seven Masters vying for control of the miracle-granting Holy Grail summon seven Servants and fight until only one remains... The Holy Grail War. After three inconclusive wars, the fuse has now...

Tite Kubo’s Bleach first aired in 2004, which became a fan-favorite series that has grown to be one of the most popular Shonen series. The series flaunts an exceptional set of characters carefully honed to perfection with well-built arcs that go perfectly with the storyline of the show.

A still from Bleach: Thousand Year Blood War. Credits: Studio Pierrot

The title was a part of an elusive group that also featured two of the other great series, that is, Naruto and One Piece. Though not as popular as the other two shows, the show is often considered to be the black sheep that has kept its fans entertained.

Hence, the show holds up even in 2024, despite featuring a subpar ending that could have been more enticing. The show has once again become a popular name, as Thousand-Year Blood War has been quite a watch. However, Kubo-Sensei wishes to remake his stellar work,...

When it comes to superior animation, Koyoharu Gotouge’s series Demon Slayer takes the cake. The franchise is popular and widely celebrated for its animation style. With the film dethroning Studio Ghibli in its position as the highest-grossing Asian movie, the franchise marked its success. Furthermore, it is one of the most-watched anime. And there’s more to it.

Mitsuri Kanroji in a still from the series | Credit: Ufotable

While the franchise has bagged several accolades and achievements, its success was unanticipated. This holds especially true with the anime as Ufotable producer Yuma Takahashi revealed in an interview. To say the least, his reasons are valid considering the crew’s painstaking efforts in animating the authors’ work.

Ufotable producer reveals the reason behind the unplanned success of Demon Slayer.

Ufotable is known for producing some of the notable anime such as Garden of Sinners, Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works, and Fate/Zero.

When it comes to par-excellence animation, Demon Slayer takes the cake. From its fight scenes to stunning visuals, the series is praised for illustration and animation. It has bagged several accolades ranging from the Japan Academy Prize to the Crunchyroll Award for its impeccable animation quality.

Sanemi and Obanai in a still from the series | Credit: Ufotable

With the series finale of Season 4, several fans wait in anticipation for the final arc. Amidst all the wait and anticipation, a fan animation of Giyu and Tanjiro’s fight against Akaza has surfaced. To say the least, the video overshadows Ufotable in every possible way.

Fan animation of Giyu and Tanjiro’s fight against Akaza in Demon Slayer is par excellence.

Akaza is one of the twelve kizuki who is also one of the three upper moons in the series. Apart from being Muzan’s loyal follower, he is one of the strongest demons in the series.

The Holy Grail has granted fans' wishes with a new entry in the Fate franchise set to premiere later this year, both in Los Angeles for its world debut before making its way to Crunchyroll streaming.

Fate/strange Fake, an anime adaptation by A-1 Pictures was announced via live stream at Aniplex Online Fest 2024 and is set to premiere in just two months in Los Angeles. The announcement also came with a trailer showcasing character designer Yukei Yamada's work in a gorgeous reveal featuring Archer, Tine Chelc, Lancer and Silver Wolf Chimera.

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Sword Art Online returns to its ballet of bullets in its newest Gun Gale Online trailer, alongside its Crunchyroll streaming home release date.

The New Fate/strange Fake Anime Gets Los Angeles World Premiere Ahead of Crunchyroll Release

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Anime is bigger than ever. With each passing year, the industry continues to make a huge impact not only on television but also in movie theaters. Nevertheless, the Summer 2024 anime season has been a standout, introducing viewers to several fresh stories and captivating the hearts of many fans along the way.

Fushiguro Toji from Jujutsu Kaisen | Credits: Mappa

From thrilling action to heartwarming romance-filled fantasy, this summer season has been a delight for many anime fans who view it as the best 2024 Anime Season by far. As the Summer 2024 anime season progresses, certain anime will naturally fall by the wayside.

While this season featured iconic titles like Pseudo Harem, Fairy Tail: 100 Years Quest, and many more, one in particular instantly emerged as a crowd favorite, The Elusive Samurai. Despite its recent debut, the anime has already captivated numerous fans and is considered the standout anime of the summer 2024 season.

LiSA is a renowned pop-punk artist known for her anime contributions like "Gurenge". Crafting music for anime requires a balance between creative freedom and direction. LiSA's music themes focus on hope and fighting for a brighter future, resonating throughout her career.

With a concert at San Diego Comic-Con behind her and a tour ahead of her, Japanese pop-punk artist LiSA has never been bigger. The acclaimed singer is famous among anime fans for her numerous contributions to the world of anime, such as being the singer behind Demon Slayer's first opening,"Gurenge". "Gurenge" is the best selling song of Japan's Reiwa Era, cementing LiSA's status as a true icon.

Beginning her career in 2005, LiSA has become famous for her unique pop-punk sound. The acclaimed musician has contributed music to a number of prominent anime series such as Demon Slayer, Fate/Zero, and My Hero Academia.

Recently, she made an appearance...

Gege Akutami, creator of Jujutsu Kaisen, revealed that the character Toji Fushiguro was inspired by actor Jason Statham and Emiya Kiritsugu from Fate/Zero.

Akutami discussed the influences behind Fushiguro’s character in a Q&a, which was part of a catalog handed out during the recent Jujutsu Kaisen exhibition which was held at Shibuya in July 2024.

While considering Fushiguro’s character, Akutami initially envisioned him as similar to Kenny from Attack on Titan. However, the character’s appearance shifted after being influenced by the aura of voice actor Kazuhiro Yamaji.

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Yamaji is a Japanese actor & voice actor who has dubbed the voice of Jason Statham in Japanese. This influence made Akutami resemble Fushiguro close to Jason Statham, known for his roles as a tough and professional figure.

Akutami also drew parallels between Fushiguro and Emiya Kiritsugu from Fate/Zero.

If you’re a Haikyu!! fan then you definitely know who Burnout Syndromes is. The band, consisting of guitarist/vocalist Kazuumi Kumagai, bassist Taiyu Ishikawa and drummer Takuya Hirose, is behind some of the anime’s most iconic openings. It's okay if you have “Fly High!!” from Haikyu!! 2nd Season in your head when thinking about Burnout Syndromes. While Burnout Syndromes would go on to do more Haikyu!! hits like "Hikari Are" (the Haikyu!! 3rd Season Op) and the first opening to Haikyu!! Top The Top! , “Phoenix,” the band has also done music for Dr. Stone ("Good Morning World!") and Gintama ("Hanaichimonme"), just to name a few more anime series as they continue to make a name for themselves across the global music scene. The group recently took the time to talk about their music, how they came together back in middle school, what it’s been like to have...

My Hero Academia Season 7 Gets English Dub Release Date - All You Need to Know - Main Image

The latest season of the hit hero anime might have debuted later than other spring series, but its popularity continues to soar. Now, more fans will get to enjoy the new anime, as Crunchyroll confirmed that My Hero Academia (Mha) season 7’s English dub is finally streaming today.

Crunchyroll Streams My Hero Academia Season 7 English Dub

It was previously revealed that Crunchyroll will stream the English dub version of My Hero Academia season 7 this spring.

Finally, the company has announced that it will begin streaming the English version today, May 18, at 1:00 Pm Pt.

Here's when fans may expect the dub to stream in different time zones:

Eastern Time: 4:00 Pm (May 18)Central Time: 3:00 Pm (May 18)London Time: 9:00 Pm (May 18)

The English dub version is delayed by two episodes from the original Japanese version,...

I Parry Everything Anime Confirms Hidive Release Date - All You Need to Know - Main Image

Hidive is already gearing up for the summer 2024 season, as the streaming platform just announced the release date of the I Parry Everything anime along with plans for its North American premiere.

This upcoming anime is an adventure fantasy series based on a popular light novel series. Given this, the show’s voice cast features a lot of notable names.

Meet the Cast of I Parry Everything, the Upcoming Adventure Fantasy Anime

The anime was announced back in November 2023. Soon, the show’s main voice cast members were revealed, many of whom should be familiar to most anime fans.

Here is the complete list of confirmed I Parry Everything cast members:

Daiki Hamano (Katana Man in Chainsaw Man) as NoorRyoko Maekawa (Hanabi Natsubayashi in Bottom-Tier Character Tomozaki) as Lynneburg ClaysNanako Mori (Yukiko Shirato...

The Magical Girl and The Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies Anime - Everything You Need to Know - Main Image

This month saw lots of summer 2024 anime announcements, and there seems to be no signs of slowing down. That’s because The Magical Girl and The Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies is another anime that got a July release date announcement.

The anime’s release date was revealed alongside a new trailer. Also shared were more voice cast members.

As its title implies, this anime should be right up the alley of romance and fantasy anime fans.

What Is The Magical Girl and The Evil Lieutenant Anime About? A Unique Magical Girl Series

The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant is an upcoming romance anime based on the manga of the same name that ran from September 2013 to March 2015.

It has been nearly a decade since it ended,...

The official website for anisong singer Eir Aoi , known for her theme song works for the Sword Art Online franchise, has announced that her new song "Beyond Gaze" is set to release on digital services on June 29, 2024. The song will be planned and produced by herself, while Fumio Yasuda, who previously collaborated with her on her major label debut single "Memoria," the ending theme for the 2011 TV anime Fate/Zero , will co-write the lyrics with her and work on music. Related : Anisong Singer Eir Aoi Announces Several-month Hiatus due to Her Health Issues As reported back in January 2023, Eir Aoi had to suspend her activities due to her health condition that required medium- to long-term treatment and recuperation. After a hiatus for about a year, she left her label, Sacra Music, and her agency, Guan Barl, at the end of last year. She opened her new official website on April...

Demon Slayer’s popularity has been constantly rising since it first began its serialization. It got a further boost in its popularity when it was adapted into an anime. The plot revolves around Tanjirou Kamado, whose family was killed by the Demon King. Later, he joins the Demon Slayer Corps and goes on a journey to avenge his family. Apart from the story, it was the animation that stood out the most.

Demon Slayer season one mostly covered the Water Breathing Style. Several characters from season one was shown to use it, including Tomioka Giyu and Urokodaki Sakonji. Even the main protagonist also trained to learn the Water Breathing Style. The Water Breathing Style was a visual treat to the fans, but there was a lot of hard work that went into bringing it onto the screen.

Animators Had Their Hands Full With Water Breathing Style Water Breathing Style (Credit:...

Have you ever heard a song that mesmerizes you so much that you have to just... sit down for a minute? That was me when I first heard Iniko's "Jericho." With intergalactic lyrics and a voice that immediately catches your attention, Iniko feels like someone from another world. Not only does Iniko know this about themselves and fully embraces it, but their words encourage others to realize that we live in a world full of infinite possibilities. It's hard not to be captivated by their music, but then I found out they're also an anime fan who is inspired by the stories it tells! I am always and forever in awe over the reach anime continues to have. Check out our interview with Iniko as they discuss their music, offers words of affirmation to speak into the universe, discusses the impact of shonen anime and reveals which anime opening...

If you’ve been involved with the anime community any time in the past few years, there’s a good chance you’ve at least heard of the Fate series. Whether it’s Fate/Zero , Fate/Stay Night , or one of the numerous Fate/Grand Order adaptations, you’ve probably seen people discussing the series or sharing artwork from it. But what actually is this series? Speaking as a long-time fan, I’ll admit, it’s difficult to know where to even start with all these adaptations, spinoffs, games, and more, which is why I’m here to go through the history of this franchise, where it started, where it is now, and how to get into it for newcomers who want to try it out. But first, a little background. The Origins of Type-moon The history of Fate is heavily intertwined with the history of the game studio Type-moon . Type-moon began...

Hulu has an excellent catalog of anime shows and movies, including exclusive programs and specific dubs. It's a great place to go for watching anime. Popular shonen anime that have had a massive impact on the Western anime community, like Fate/Zero, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, and Attack on Titan are available to watch on Hulu – and are perfect for new fans. Other notable shonen anime available on the service, like Megalobox, Kill la Kill, and Cowboy Bebop created waves for the impact that they've made on the modern anime industry when they were originally airing, and remain classics even now.

While its library isn't as extensive as other websites, Hulu is still a great site for streaming anime, including shonen. Hulu has an excellent catalog of anime shows and movies both old and new, and as streaming has become a bigger market, they've even managed to secure the exclusive rights to...

2014 saw the rise of great anime like Fate/kaleid liner Prisma Illya 2wei! and Fate/stay night: Unlimited Blade Works, which elevated the Fate franchise to new heights. Amagi Brilliant Park showcased Kyoto Animation's signature art and animation, making it a standout series in an already strong year of anime. No Game No Life and Yuki Yuna Is a Hero proved that they could hold their own in their respective genres, even after a decade.

The landscape of anime has certainly changed a lot since 2014, but that doesn't mean there isn’t any good anime to watch from a decade ago. Even though an entire decade has passed, there are plenty of great anime from 2014 that are still actively producing new content after 10 years, and even for those that finished their stories, they ended up leaving such a big impact on people that they’re still held in high regard after so many years.

Anime fights often end in tragedy: sometimes the hero dies, and other the victory has such a high price that it leaves the victors feeling worse. Some fights stand out due to stellar animation, while others stand out for the tragic stories behind them. Tragic fights can also involve two heroes facing off against each other, and their outcomes are often bittersweet.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Attack on Titan: The Final Chapters Part 2Anime fights are a major staple of the medium, and sure enough, it’s all too common for them to end in tragedy. Sometimes, it’s a result of the hero losing and dying, but there are other times when the tragedy comes from how victory forces the heroes into a situation that only makes them feel worse at the end.

There are plenty of fights in anime that end in tragedy, and there are a few...

The success of Oshi no Ko and Frieren: Beyond Journey's End has put the spotlight on anime that open with theatrical-length episodes. While uncommon, anime sometimes open with episodes that run for an hour or more, either to end things at a certain point without rushing or to expand on the source material. Those episodes are often a sign of a spectacular production, and their anime are often the best of their seasons.

An anime that opens with a theatrical-length episode is usually one that’s more than worth watching, and here are 10 that stand out as among the best. It should be noted that many of the anime listed here will have their premieres technically run for a little less than an hour, as the extra time will come from either commercials when they aired in Japan or advertisements that may run on certain streaming services. Regardless, each of...

In spite of how the show ended, Game of Thrones will forever be seen as the standard-bearer for the fantasy genre, for how globally renowned and beloved the series became. Game of Thrones was epic in many ways, from the scale of its world-building and the countless characters that were explored, to the massive battles, shocking twists, and persistent sense of dread that lingered throughout.

Very few fantasy series have come close to recapturing that epic feeling that Game of Thrones had, but there are some exceptions in the world of anime. Anime has the luxury of going overboard with its creativity, which naturally allows fantastical ideas to take on a life of their own in the most exaggerated ways. While there are plenty of fantasy anime that can't quite compare to Game of Thrones in how epic or grand they are, there are still some huge anime franchises that...

Puella Magi Madoka Magica rocked the entire anime community when it was first released back in 2011. Quite possibly Gen Urobuchi's most successful work, Madoka Magica introduced anime fans to a bright, colorful world that wasn't what it seemed. By the end of episode three and after witnessing Mami Tomoe's demise, viewers were made painfully aware of what type of anime Madoka Magica was shaping up to be—but this should have been expected with the Urobutcher behind the wheel, a moniker he earned with his often hard-hitting, blood-soaked narratives. When Gen is involved, there's likely to be a good amount of death. And although he already put the magical girl quintet through the wringer, he wasn't quite done with them yet.

Gen Urobuchi is known for his somber, often depressing works, such as Psycho-Pass and Fate/Zero. With Madoka Magica, Gen successfully subverted audience expectations by pretending that the series...

After the superb hour-long special Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- whetted fans’ interest, the popular Fate/strange Fake series of light novels will be getting a full series adaptation. This will mark the newest entry in the incredibly popular Fate franchise, and the first in a while to actually feature a Holy Grail War, which is a staple of many of the other Fate anime. This will make it a great potential entry point for many new fans, even though it does have deep connections to other Fate series.

The Holy Grail Wars are the biggest events in the Fate franchise, involving 7 mages summoning 7 Servants that are all major figures from history or myth, which fans of the Gacha game Fate/Grand Order will be very familiar with. These servants then fight each other in a battle royale and the last Servant and Master standing gain access to a Holy Grail,...

The next anime installment of the Fate franchise, Fate/strange Fake -Whispers of Dawn- is set to premiere soon. With a franchise as large and complex as Fate, it can be tricky to get a grasp on how any individual entry relates to any other and what you need to know before watching it. Luckily, Fate/strange Fake seems relatively self-contained, although it does seem to be turning the typical Fate formula on its head.

Most Fate anime focus on a Holy Grail War. These are magical conflicts wherein various masters summon historical or mythological servants to fight for them until one is left standing. This victor then will receive a wish from the Holy Grail. A typical Holy Grail War will include a set of six servants each serving in a specific niche of Saber, Archer, Lancer, Assassin, Caster, and Rider. Some anime have changed this formula however, such as Fate/Apocrypha,...

If Demon Slayer's excellent animation quality was a 10/10, Genshin Impact's anime adaptation would allegedly be 11/10.

According to a self-professed Anime News Account @/oecuf0, who regularly tweets leaks regarding the animanga industry, the anime adaptation of Genshin Impact will reportedly contain higher quality animation than Demon Slayer. The account fortified the claim with a reply, saying, "The staff is very strong." ufotable helms both of the series. Since its anime adaptation announcement in 2022, HoYoverse has not disclosed any other details about the project, including staff details.

Related: Why Genshin Impact Fans Will Love Honkai: Star Rail

The Anime "Genshin Impact" will have better animation than "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba"...

For a long time, anime shows have been praised for their ability to capture complex topics like martial arts down to their essence. There have been several action anime series over the years that have succeeded in every way possible, giving viewers an exhilarating experience. Shows like Naruto, The God of High School, Dragon Ball, and Hajime no Ippo are among the finest examples. However, even amid these strong contenders, there remains an underdog: the Baki franchise.

Baki Hanma is based on a Japanese manga written and illustrated by Keisuke Itagaki. After the manga ran for eight years straight, from 1991 to 1999, various anime shows were released, including Baki the Grappler and Baki Hanma. With the first season, "Baki Hanma: Son of Ogre," being released in September 2021, delivering the franchise's trademark relentless action, many fans were expecting a second season of the highly successful anime. With that in mind, here's everything...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Find a full list of every film and TV show arriving on Netflix this month here.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh...

Netflix is on the cusp of taking down a wide selection of movies and TV series.

The streaming service removes numerous titles each month, but without fanfare; unless you happen to select the thing that’s about to leave, you will have no idea there’s a limited amount of time left to watch.

Fortunately, we’ve compiled a list of every movie and TV show being removed from Netflix in April 2023.

We’ve aggregated all the impending removals from Netflix in the UK and US, which we’ve signalled below. If there isn’t a territory listed next to the title, then it will be leaving both.

Nb: We put this list together with help from What’s on Netflix.

Movies

1 April

Akbar Birbal – US

The American Game

The Aviator – US

Bal Ganesh – US

Bee Movie – UK

Big Daddy – US

Bill – UK

Brokeback Mountain – US

The Bye Bye Man...

The Fate franchise has had no shortage of epic fights throughout its various movies, shows, and games, but a trailer for the series’ newest entry is promising its most epic fight yet. Fate is a franchise that mostly focuses around events called holy grail wars that involve mages using the revived spirits of famous heroes and villains from throughout history to fight each other. One of the most popular of these servants is Gilgamesh, the ancient Babylonian king who starred in a titular epic. Part of what makes the new anime Fate/strange Fake so exciting is the interesting ways it promises to use and develop his character further.

This is part of what makes the Fate/strange Fake trailer (posted to Youtube) so cool. At the end of the trailer, Gilgamesh and his old companion Enkidu face each other, each about to release the full power of their Noble Phantasms,...

An anime series based on popular open-world role-playing game “Genshin Impact” is officially in the works.

HoYoverse, the Shanghai-based game developer behind “Genshin Impact,” announced a partnership with Japanese animation studio Ufotable to develop an anime based on the RPG. It also released a three-minute “concept trailer” in announcing the project (watch below).

“Let’s step into this vast magical world of adventure together!” the games company’s official “Genshin Impact” account tweeted Friday. “The long-term collaboration project between Genshin Impact and ufotable has begun.” The companies did not reveal an anticipated release date for the anime series, nor does the trailer provide firm clues as to what the show’s plot may center on.

First released in 2020, “Genshin Impact” has quickly become one of the highest-grossing mobile games. In the RPG, players travel throughout an open world in search of the Archons of the seven elements.

Ufotable’s projects have included “Ninja Nonsense,...

Anime adaptations of light novels are becoming increasingly popular, thanks to the success of new-age anime like Classroom of the Elite and That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime.

Related: The 10 Best Anime of Winter 2022, According to MyAnimeList

Most people are familiar with the famous manga series that inspired popular anime like Dragon Ball, Naruto, and others. However, only a few people are familiar with the original light novels that inspired popular anime like Fate/Zero and Spice and Wolf. Fans of these kinds of adaptations need to look no further than this list of the best in the subgenre.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is out with his 2021 Spotify playlist, in the spirit of other political figures who’ve taken to releasing their end-of-year favorites.

Blinken’s choices actually are two lists — one an “at home” compilation of American artists, the other an “on the road” selection inspired by places he’s visited over the past year.

The “at home” list — which you can see here — includes 17 choices, including Olivia Rodrigo’s “Traitor,” Taylor Swift’s “State of Grace,” Jon Batiste’s “Freedom,” Chris Stapleton’s “You Should Probably Leave” and “Leave the Door Open” from Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak and Silk Sonic, as well as “Holy” from Justin Bieber, featuring Chance the Rapper.

The “on the road list” — available here — includes three dozen selections.

This is also a bit of a cultural and diplomatic exercise, as the selections highlight artists from different regions of the world,...