Introduction

Japanese comics – or manga, the source material for many beloved anime series – will become even more accessible in North America. Crunchyroll, a leading global anime platform, announced today the launch of a new app for fans to enjoy digital manga as part of a premium option for Crunchyroll members.

Crunchyroll Manga App Announcement

Crunchyroll President Rahul Purini announced the new app at Sony Group Corporation’s press conference during CES 2025 in Las Vegas. The app will be available later this year, bringing a new premium offering to Crunchyroll members in the U.S. and Canada.

Crunchyroll Manga Service

Home to the largest dedicated anime library, Crunchyroll will soon offer an all-new service, Crunchyroll Manga, making it easier than ever for fans to read brand-new and beloved titles from multiple top publishers all in one place.

The Crunchyroll Manga app will debut later this year as a standalone app on iOS and Android, complementing Crunchyroll memberships. The app will be a premium add-on, with web browser integration planned for the future.

Features and Benefits

“Crunchyroll Manga will be a premier online manga app that carries catalogs from renowned publishers, offering fans unparalleled access to the visionary works that inspire the anime we love,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. “As we strengthen partnerships in this exciting new venture, we aim to add even more value to the Crunchyroll membership, complementing our vast anime library, Crunchyroll Game Vault, and extensive selection of products in the Crunchyroll Store.”

Purini continued, “Research shows that nearly 70% of anime fans read digital manga at least once a month, highlighting the immense demand for this medium. Crunchyroll Manga will not only meet this growing interest but also fuel the continued global popularity of anime and manga alike.”

Extensive Manga Catalog

Offering a vast array of stories across diverse genres, Crunchyroll Manga will feature both iconic titles and current fan favorites. Manga on Crunchyroll Manga will debut in English, with plans to expand language options as the app grows, similar to how Crunchyroll’s streaming service expanded its offerings.

Crunchyroll Manga will give manga fans an exciting, easy way to dive deeper into their favorite series and explore new stories from a variety of genres. Whether you’re a long-time manga reader or a newcomer, this new service will revolutionize how manga is enjoyed digitally.

—Official Press Release