Crunchyroll Streaming Service

Crunchyroll is a prominent online streaming platform dedicated to anime, manga, and Asian content, founded in 2006 by a group of UC Berkeley graduates. Initially a user-uploaded video site, it transitioned into a licensed streaming service, significantly enhancing its catalog. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California. In 2020, Sony acquired Crunchyroll for approximately $1.175 billion, integrating it with Funimation to solidify a stronghold in the anime sector against competitors like Netflix and Hulu. As of 2024, Crunchyroll has over 15 million paid subscribers and offers more than 1,000 titles, playing a significant role in promoting anime culture through events that connect fans and celebrate the industry.