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Crunchyroll Brings Free Anime Pop-Up “The Loop” to Los Angeles Starting June 12

Anime fans in Los Angeles are getting a major summer event as Crunchyroll officially launches a new immersive pop-up experience called “The Loop.” Opening on June 12 at Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park, the activation promises to blend anime worlds with real-life retail and fan experiences. The event is being produced in collaboration with Three Ten Merchandising Services, a division of Ceremony of Roses, known for large-scale experiential retail concepts. With free general admission and limited capacity, the pop-up…

Netflix’s Devil May Cry Renewed for Final Season 3 as Adi Shankar Confirms Trilogy Vision

Netflix has officially confirmed that Devil May Cry will return for a third and final season, bringing Dante’s story to its planned conclusion. The announcement comes shortly after Season 2 debuted on Netflix and secured a place in the Global Top 10. With strong viewership and fan response, the renewal signals a confident ending rather than an extended run. The series, developed by Adi Shankar, is based on the popular Capcom video game franchise and has steadily built a loyal…

Crunchyroll Drops Major Anime Slate at Anime Expo With First Looks and New Seasons

Crunchyroll has revealed an expansive lineup of upcoming anime titles ahead of Anime Expo, offering fans an early look at what’s next for the platform. The announcement highlights a mix of returning fan favorites, fresh adaptations, and original stories, reinforcing Crunchyroll’s push to expand its global anime catalog. With more than twenty programming blocks planned, the showcase promises new trailers, creator appearances, and major announcements. The slate also reflects the platform’s growing investment in worldwide audiences, including availability across the…

Crunchyroll Drops Early Premiere of Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You Ahead of July Launch

Anime fans are getting an unexpected early treat this summer as Crunchyroll rolls out a special early premiere for Smoking Behind the Supermarket with You. Ahead of its official simulcast debut in July, the platform has made the first 12 mini-episodes available to stream, offering viewers a sneak peek at one of the season’s most quietly anticipated titles. The release has already started generating buzz among fans who have been following the manga’s growing popularity. With its grounded tone and…

Vampire Princess Miyu Blu-ray Brings Classic Anime Horror Back in HD This September

Anime fans who grew up on darker, atmospheric storytelling have a major release to watch for this year. AnimEigo has officially announced the Blu-ray home media release of Vampire Princess Miyu, bringing the influential horror OVA back in a newly remastered HD edition. The release is set for September 8, 2026, and will be available for a limited time exclusively through the MediaOCD web store, making it a notable collector’s item from day one. Originally released in Japan in 1988,…

WASTED CHEF Anime Announced: Pompo the Cinephile Director Returns With Bold Sci-Fi Cooking Film

KADOKAWA has officially dropped WASTED CHEF, a brand-new original anime film from director Takayuki Hirao, best known for his work on Pompo the Cinephile. Announced on May 31, 2026, the project marks Hirao’s first original feature-length animation, immediately drawing global attention following the release of its teaser trailer and key production details. The film is already gaining momentum internationally, having been selected for the Annecy Animation Showcase at the 79th Cannes Film Festival. A Unique Sci-Fi Story Built Around “Taste”…