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Amazon-owned Prime Video released (and then pulled) several AI dubbed anime, with rights holders Kadokawa and Sentai Filmworks issuing statements
The Banana Fish and No Game, No Life Zero dubs were created using AI, but Amazon doesn't seem to have gotten permission from the Japanese rights holders first.
December 03, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
Fist of the North Star created the modern seinen anime the same way Dragon Ball created the modern shonen [Popverse Jump]
Both Fist of the North Star and Dragon Ball debuted in Weekly Shonen Jump in the 80s, but would become the foundation for two different genres of anime.
November 28, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
How anime’s punk era in the US 1980s set the stage for today’s global fandom
Before anime went mainstream, it survived as underground punk — and one producer saw its future first.
November 24, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
The people crave a new Berserk anime but the story's bizarre structure makes that nearly impossible [Popverse Jump]
I love the Golden Age arc as much as anyone but there is so much more to Berserk that should be in an anime adaptation.
November 21, 2025
Trent Cannon
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Witch Hat Atelier anime (finally) gets an April 2026 release window and confirms the two lead voice actors
The voice cast for Witch Hat Atelier includes actors from Maebashi Witches and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
November 18, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
Between the end of My Hero Academia, the return of Spy x Family, Gnosia as an anime, and a woman slapping her haters, this anime season has the perfect mix of old and new shows [Popverse Jump]
The Fall anime season has the best mix of returning shows, with more Spy x Family, the final season of My Hero Academia, and May I Ask for One Final Thing? all capturing my heart.
November 14, 2025
Trent Cannon
Guides
Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 release date: Crunchyroll's beloved shōnen anime returns in 2026
The wait is nearly over for Jujutsu Kaisen fans, as Crunchyroll has finally set a release date for season 3 of the anime
November 14, 2025
Jules Chin Greene
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Between Chainsaw Man and Demon Slayer movies, MAPPA President sees anime having a big moment around the world
The Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc followed Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle as the top movie in the US, marking a huge shift in how people watch anime.
November 11, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
The poorly defined retro timeline of Spy x Family is the series' greatest strength [Popverse Jump]
Which decade does Spy x Family take place in? It doesn't really matter.
November 07, 2025
Trent Cannon
News
Manga giant Kodansha sets up its own studio to adapt anime like Akira and Attack on Titan movies - and they're putting an Oscar-winning MCU director in charge
Kodansha Studios opens its doors - and its extensive manga library - to the possibility of more anime live-action movies and series.
November 04, 2025
Trent Cannon
Features
J-Pop star LiSA shares how she preps to write songs & perform, and her connection to Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
She is the singing voice behind some of anime's biggest modern hits like Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaba, My Hero Academia, Sword Art Online, and Fate/Zero.
August 22, 2024
Veronica Valencia
News
Here’s where to watch Tower of God season 2
Curious about where to watch Tower of God season 2? Popverse has you covered.
August 11, 2024
Avery Kaplan
News
Here’s where to watch Shy season 2
The second season of the ongoing anime series is being released in summer 2024, but where can you stream the show?
August 11, 2024
Avery Kaplan
Features
What is the One Piece? The English Dub Cast including Colleen Clinkenbeard and Ian Sinclair give their theories
Their answers may surprise you!
June 11, 2024
Veronica Valencia
Features
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle Movie delivers the emotional payoff of Kenma and Hinata's rivalry
Hinata is determined to help Kenma discover his acual passion for volleyabll
June 03, 2024
Veronica Valencia
Features
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle Movie doesn't hold back, killer animation from beginning to end
Big movie budget equals big movie animation
May 31, 2024
Veronica Valencia
Features
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle ending was wild, as cast describe the "breakneck speed" of it all
"This film really is what Haikyu!! is all about"
May 23, 2024
Veronica Valencia
Features
Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle Movie shows the entirety of Kenma's journey in one movie
Fans get to see the sport through Kenma's eyes
May 23, 2024
Veronica Valencia
News
New Dragon Ball Daima first look show little Goku getting into trouble and filling his belly
It's a new, simpler adventure.
January 29, 2024
Fran Ruiz
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Hunger Games, Godzilla, and Hayao Miyazaki become the unlikely stars in a very challenged holiday season for US movie theaters
It's an unusual-looking box office ahead of Christmas.
December 12, 2023
Fran Ruiz
News
Spirited Away: Live On Stage is coming to Max just in time for Christmas
A different way to experience the modern classic
November 28, 2023
Fran Ruiz
News
Of course a live-action Naruto movie is coming from a big Hollywood studio
Everyone's wishing for a Rasengan-level hit, but let's be cautious.
November 27, 2023
Fran Ruiz
News
Scott Pilgrim Takes Off season 2 would take "50 different miracles" says creator Bryan Lee O'Malley
Taking off again isn't on the cards.
November 27, 2023
Fran Ruiz
Features
Naruto cast member is finally watching the series for the first time
One of Naruto’s voice actors has never watched the series before, despite playing one of the most prominent characters.
November 06, 2023
Joshua Lapin-Bertone
Features
Attack on Titan final episode release time confirmed
Give your hearts one last time.
November 04, 2023
Dion Dassanayake
Features
Watch the Anime Across Cultures panel from MCM in London
Crae Wolf, Miss Bubbles, Shao Dow, and the Anime and Chill channel were at MCM 2023 talking about their favorite anime
November 02, 2023
Grant DeArmitt
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Attack on Titan: Eren Yeager dub voice actor bit his own hand during intense recording session
Bryce Papenbrook literally bit his own hand to explore Eren Yeager's own darkness
November 01, 2023
Pierce Lydon
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8 Ways to Get Your Anime & Manga Fix at New York Comic x MCM Comic Con Metaverse
Anime fans and KPop stans unite!
May 20, 2022
Charlotte Napier
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Quiz: Which McDonald's Dipping Sauce Are You?
The answer to the question you never thought to ask.
October 07, 2020
Camilla Di Persia
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Top 10 Moments From ReedPop Metaverse
Come for the hi-jinks and stay for the cook-off that determines the fate of an entire planet.
August 31, 2020
Britt Rivera