Crunchyroll

Profile narrative

Crunchyroll is a streaming media company that specializes in the distribution of anime, manga, and Asian drama content. It provides a subscription‑based video‑on‑demand service that offers simulcasts of newly aired Japanese series as well as a catalog of classic titles. The platform also includes a free, ad‑supported tier that allows users to access a limited selection of shows. In addition to video streaming, Crunchyroll operates a digital manga service where readers can access licensed manga chapters. The company primarily serves audiences interested in Japanese pop culture, but its offerings are available to viewers in many countries through localized interfaces and subtitles. Its core business revolves around licensing and delivering animated and illustrated entertainment directly to consumers via internet‑connected devices.

Crunchyroll’s headquarters are located in the United States of America. The service is owned by Sony Group Corporation and operates as a subsidiary within Sony’s entertainment division. It has built a reputation as a leading destination for anime streaming, distinguished by its extensive library of simulcast titles and its partnerships with Japanese production studios. The company’s distinguishing attributes include its focus on timely delivery of new episodes, often within hours of Japanese broadcast, and its integration of manga reading alongside video content. In March 2026, Crunchyroll faced public claims of a cyberattack involving its outsourcing partner Telus, with threat actors alleging that malware infection enabled the exfiltration of approximately 100 gigabytes of personally identifiable information, although the company stated that its investigation found the data limited to customer service ticket information and saw no evidence of continued network access. The incident followed a previous class‑action lawsuit concerning alleged unauthorized sharing of user viewing data. These events highlight the company’s exposure to cybersecurity risks despite its specialization in media distribution.

Incidents

1 incident linked to this organisation.