Mumbai, India (February 22, 2024) – In a move set to delight anime enthusiasts worldwide, Crunchyroll, the premier destination for anime streaming, has announced its collaboration with LG Electronics to extend its reach to LG Smart TVs globally. Following its recent launch on Samsung Smart TVs last week, this expansion marks another significant milestone for Crunchyroll in its mission to provide seamless access to anime content across various platforms.
Rolling out today, the Crunchyroll application will be accessible on LG Smart TVs not only in the United States but also across international regions, granting viewers the opportunity to explore an extensive library boasting over 18,000 hours of content. This includes a vast collection of 46,000 episodes and films, along with 3,300 Japanese music videos and concert specials.
One of the highlights of this collaboration is the enhanced access to Crunchyroll’s latest simulcast series, which will be available for streaming shortly after their premiere in Japan. Fans can look forward to immersing themselves in popular titles such as Solo Leveling, Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, and MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES The Divine Visionary Candidate Exam Arc, among others.Crunchyroll’s catalog is available in subtitled or dubbed format across more than 12 languages including English, Spanish (Latin America and Spain/Castilian), Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Italian, Hindi, Telugu and Tamil.
Kaliel Roberts, Chief Product Officer at Crunchyroll, expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “Our new collaboration with LG makes it even easier for anime fans to indulge in their favorite shows. Anime offers a diverse range of genres and viewing experiences, and now viewers have even more options to dive deeper into this captivating world.
“Crunchyroll, boasting more than 13 million paying subscribers globally, serves audiences in 200 countries and territories with its extensive anime streaming library. In addition to streaming services, Crunchyroll offers a myriad of events, experiential opportunities, theatrical releases, gaming, merchandise, and e-commerce options, further enriching the anime experience for fans worldwide.
With the integration of Crunchyroll into LG Smart TVs, viewers can enjoy their favorite anime titles conveniently from the comfort of their living rooms, further solidifying Crunchyroll’s position as the leading destination for anime enthusiasts everywhere.
Source – Press Release via Crunchyroll
