Crunchyroll To Be Available On Prime Video Channels In India

Prime Video announced the addition of Crunchyroll on its Prime Video Channels on June 25, 2024.

This collaboration gives Prime members access to over 800 anime titles, including the latest series and films, through a convenient add-on subscription for ₹79 per month.

The Crunchyroll subscription on Prime Video Channels will feature over 40 new shows from the current anime season, including Kaiju No.8, Black Butler – Public School Arc, Solo Leveling, and Demon Slayer – Hashira Training Arc.

Many of these series and films will also be accessible in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, besides English.

Gaurav Bhasin, Head of Prime Video Channels and Movie Rentals at Prime Video, India, expressed his excitement about the launch.

“The popularity of anime content in India has grown exponentially over the last few years, and through various Channels, we are working towards building a wide and diverse library of popular and blockbuster Japanese animation. We are thrilled to launch Crunchyroll on Prime Video Channels and make it even more convenient for Prime members in India to watch premium and latest anime content, immediately after its release in Japan. The availability of select shows and movies in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, besides English, will make anime more accessible for fans, while also helping introduce the genre to new viewers. We look forward to strengthening our anime programming on Prime Video Channels in the coming months.”

Terry Li, Executive Vice President of Business Development at Crunchyroll, echoed this enthusiasm, stating, “Crunchyroll offers an anime adventure for every kind of fan. From sports to romantic comedy, horror and action to slice-of-life, even the anime-curious can get immersed in our library. We look forward to welcoming new fans into the anime community through our launch on Prime Video, offering convenient access to Crunchyroll’s vast library of anime, including the latest shows, new seasons and movies in India”.

Source: Press Release