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Crunchyroll Ltd., trading as Crunchyroll UK and Ireland, is an anime distributor and licensing company in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Founded in 1987 as Island World Communications, the company operated as Manga Entertainment Ltd. until 2021. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Crunchyroll, LLC, run by Sony through Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sony Music Entertainment Japan's Aniplex.

Key Information

History

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See also: Manga Entertainment § History
The former Manga Entertainment logo used from 2015 until 2021

Original history

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Golden Square Music was founded in London in 1987 by Chris Blackwell and Andy Frain as a subsidiary of Island Records' Island World Group. Golden Square Music changed its name to Island World Communications in 1991, and to Manga Entertainment in 1993. Manga Entertainment expanded into North America in 1993 with the purchase of L.A. Hero, renamed to Manga US. Over time, Manga Entertainment changed ownership from IDT Entertainment, Liberty Media, and Starz Media.

In November 2014, it was revealed that Manga UK's Director of Marketing and Acquisitions Jerome Mazandarani, and product manager Andrew Hewson had left Manga Entertainment to form Animatsu Entertainment, a new anime licensing company. The company was registered on 11 September 2014, with Mazandarani becoming COO and Hewson becoming marketing manager.[2] On 13 January 2015, Animatsu announced that it had reached a licensing deal with Sentai Filmworks to distribute titles in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The company would also enter into a sales and marketing partnership with Manga UK. With the partnership, Animatsu was responsible for licensing, marketing, and brand management, while Manga UK was responsible for distribution and sales.[3]

On 26 February 2015, the UK branch was acquired from Starz Media, alongside its parent Anchor Bay UK, by managing director Colin Lomax.[4] Anchor Bay UK was renamed to Platform Entertainment and went on to have exclusive rights to the Manga Entertainment branding and catalog in the UK and Ireland.[5] In September of that year, Mazandarani revealed that Animatsu and Manga UK were in the process of merging operations.[6] The Animatsu brand would ultimately be phased out, with its final release being Hello! KINMOZA, released on 2 July 2018.[7] Animatsu Entertainment was dissolved on 31 December 2019.[8]

On 17 June 2016, it was announced that Animatsu had acquired the global rights to the film In This Corner of the World, with Mazandarani credited as "Overseas Manager" for the film.[9] Animatsu later announced that it had reached a distribution deal with Shout! Factory to distribute the film in North America.[10] In the same month, Kaleidoscope Film Distribution announced they had purchased Platform Entertainment and confirmed that they would split Manga UK off as an independent company.[11]

Prior to 2016, Funimation sublicensed its properties for the UK and Ireland market through companies Revelation Films, MVM Entertainment, then-independent Manga Entertainment, and Anime Limited. In 2016, Funimation began directly releasing its titles in the United Kingdom and Ireland, with Funimation handling licensing, localization and branding, and Anime Limited handling distribution and classification.[12] Funimation later distributed My Hero Academia through Universal Pictures UK in 2017,[13] and later through Sony Pictures UK, along with other select titles, in 2018.[14] Funimation later began sub-licensing titles to Manga Entertainment's UK branch in late 2018, before acquiring the company on 29 May 2019.[15]

Sony acquisition

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On 29 May 2019, Sony Pictures, the parent company of American anime distributor Funimation, had announced that they had acquired Manga UK, and was merging its UK and Ireland operations into Manga UK.[15] Manga UK managing director Jerome Mazandarani stated that the acquisition would secure more content for Manga Entertainment, while being able to pursue licenses outside of Funimation.[16]

On 30 May 2019, Manga UK announced that they were co-producing the anime television series Cannon Busters with Netflix.[17]

On 12 April 2021, Funimation announced that Manga Entertainment would officially rebrand to Funimation in the UK and Ireland on 19 April 2021, with the Manga Entertainment brand name remaining on select releases within the region. They stated in a press release that the distribution of digital, physical and theatrical anime would continue "without interruption". Blue Exorcist and Blue Exorcist: Kyoto Saga joined the Funimation catalog in the UK and Ireland the same day, to celebrate the merger.[18]

On 28 March 2022, the company changed its legal name to Crunchyroll Manga Ltd.[19] and again on 21 July 2022 to Crunchyroll Ltd.[20]

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Crunchyroll UK and Ireland, officially trading as Limited (formerly known as Limited from 1993 to 2022), is a London-based company specializing in the licensing, marketing, and distribution of content across the and . Incorporated on 4 December 1987 and focused on motion picture distribution activities, it serves as the regional arm of the global platform, providing access to a vast library of series, films, and for local audiences through streaming services and partnerships. The company operates from its registered office at the 12th Floor, Brunel Building, 2 Canalside Walk, , W2 1DG, and handles key aspects of anime dissemination in the region, including securing licenses for popular titles and collaborating with local broadcasters and retailers. In recent years, Crunchyroll UK and Ireland has expanded its footprint by appointing specialized licensing agents, such as Reemsborko Ltd., to manage consumer products and merchandise deals for high-profile like and . A significant milestone came in January 2025, when the Crunchyroll streaming app launched on Sky TV platforms in the UK and Ireland, available on Sky Glass TVs and Sky Stream, with a planned rollout to Sky Q set-top boxes later in the year. This integration offers subscribers ad-free access to thousands of anime episodes, including simulcasts and dubs, starting at £4.99 per month after a 7-day free trial. Earlier expansions include the addition of major titles like One Piece to legal streaming in the region starting from the Wano arc in February 2020, broadening availability beyond free ad-supported viewing. Through these efforts, plays a pivotal role in the growing market in the region, supporting events like monthly movie nights and catalog updates with fan-favorite series, while ensuring compliance with local distribution standards.

History

Founding and Early Development

The company that would become was incorporated on 4 1987 as Golden Square Music Limited, initially operating as a music publishing entity within the group. This legal entity served as the foundation for subsequent ventures in visual media distribution. In 1991, it was renamed Island World Communications Limited, marking a pivot toward video content under the leadership of , founder of , and Andy Frain, who became managing director. The rebranding reflected ' expansion into home video through its Island Visual Arts subsidiary, initially focusing on music videos and concert films but quickly adapting to emerging opportunities in international content. By early 1993, the company underwent another name change to Manga Entertainment Limited, shifting its primary focus to anime distribution in response to growing demand in the UK market. This evolution began with the 1991 licensing of the landmark film Akira, distributed on VHS as Manga Video, which introduced cyberpunk anime to British audiences and established the company as a pioneer in the niche. Subsequent early releases included Urotsukidōji: Legend of the Overfiend (1992) and Fist of the North Star (1992), emphasizing dubbed, adult-oriented titles on physical media to penetrate the UK and Irish anime scenes, where such content was scarce. The company secured initial licensing deals with Japanese studios and partners like Central Park Media for dubbing, enabling VHS releases that catered to conventions and specialty retailers, thus building a dedicated fanbase amid limited mainstream availability. By the mid-1990s, the company had solidified its role through high-profile VHS distributions, such as Ghost in the Shell (1995) and Ninja Scroll (1995), which highlighted anime's artistic and narrative depth; transitions to DVD formats began in the late 1990s, further expanding physical media offerings. The 1990s and early 2000s brought operational challenges, including multiple ownership shifts following ' sale to in 1989 and subsequent mergers— to in 1995, and 's entertainment assets to Universal in 1998—which disrupted strategic focus and led to the temporary closure of the office in 1999. These changes, coupled with rising competition from Japanese licensors entering Western markets directly, strained resources and in dubbing and distribution. reopened its operations in 2005 under new ownership by Media (following a 2004 sale to Anchor Bay), allowing a resurgence in DVD releases and partnerships, though persistent corporate restructurings limited expansion until the mid-2010s. This period laid the groundwork for the entity's later integration under ownership, enhancing its global distribution capabilities.

Key Acquisitions and Mergers

In February 2015, , the primary distributor operating in the and , underwent a significant ownership change when its managing director, Colin Lomax, acquired the company from Media along with its parent entity Anchor Bay UK. This transaction, completed on 26 February, allowed to operate independently, separating it from 's broader portfolio and enabling more focused strategies on content distribution. The acquisition included the retention of 's extensive catalog of releases, which had been a cornerstone of its operations since the early 1990s. Preceding this shift, key leadership changes occurred in late 2014, notably the departure of Director of Marketing and Acquisitions Jerome Mazandarani, who left to establish Animatsu Entertainment, a new licensing and distribution venture. Mazandarani's exit, along with product manager Andrew Hewson, marked a transitional period for , as Animatsu quickly secured licensing deals, including an exclusive sales and marketing partnership with for physical and in the and . By September 2015, Animatsu Entertainment and Manga UK initiated a merger of operations, integrating Animatsu's licensing and marketing functions into Manga's structure while maintaining separate corporate entities initially. This consolidation added several high-profile titles to Manga's portfolio, such as Parasyte -the maxim-, Tokyo Ghoul √A, Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma, and Log Horizon Season 2, acquired through Animatsu's agreements with Sentai Filmworks. Operational synergies emerged from shared office space in London and collaborative workflows, where Animatsu handled acquisitions and branding while Manga managed sales and physical releases, streamlining content pipelines and reducing overheads. The process continued through 2019, with Animatsu's brand phased out for most releases by 2017, fully integrating its assets into Manga UK. During this period, expanded its digital distribution rights, incorporating streaming and video-on-demand capabilities for newly licensed titles across Europe, facilitated by partnerships like the deals that encompassed multi-platform rights. In the and markets, these developments led to increased output, with quarterly line-ups featuring over a dozen Blu-ray and DVD releases, including bundled editions of popular series like and Shippuden. Event participation also grew, with Manga UK hosting panels at conventions such as MCM Comic Con to announce upcoming titles and engage fans, boosting visibility and pre-order sales in the region.

Sony Ownership and Rebranding

On May 29, 2019, Sony Pictures Television's anime division, Funimation, acquired Manga Entertainment Limited, the primary distributor of anime content in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The acquisition, with undisclosed financial terms, aimed to consolidate Funimation's physical and digital distribution under a single entity, enhancing direct-to-consumer access to anime in the region by merging Manga's extensive catalog—over 900 hours of subtitled and dubbed content—with Funimation's library. This move positioned the combined operation as the largest distributor of anime Blu-rays and DVDs in the UK and Ireland, while enabling broader streaming availability through Funimation Now, including titles like Dragon Ball Super: Broly, which had grossed over £1 million at the UK box office earlier that year. Strategically, the deal facilitated Sony's expansion in the European anime market by leveraging Manga's established partnerships with retailers and platforms, thereby improving licensing efficiency and content reach for regional subscribers. Following the acquisition, initial effects included streamlined licensing deals that granted and audiences enhanced access to Sony's library, with titles such as and One Piece episodes becoming available for distribution through Manga's channels. This integration reduced fragmentation in content delivery, allowing for quicker rollout of dubbed and subtitled versions on and select streaming services, which boosted subscriber engagement by offering a more unified viewing experience without needing multiple platforms. On April 19, 2021, rebranded as and , marking a full transition to Funimation's branding for all operations in the region. This rebranding involved migrating Manga's physical distribution catalog and digital assets to Funimation's ecosystem, resulting in expanded content libraries for existing subscribers, who gained access to over 50 additional Funimation-exclusive titles previously unavailable in the and . Subscriber impacts were largely positive, with streamlined account management and no reported service disruptions, though some users experienced temporary delays in physical during the transition; overall, it simplified purchasing options for releases and enhanced cross-promotion with Funimation's global streaming service. As part of the broader global merger between Funimation and Crunchyroll—acquired by Sony in August 2021 with content migration in March 2022—the UK and Ireland entity was renamed Crunchyroll Manga Ltd. on March 29, 2022, and further simplified to Crunchyroll Ltd. on July 22, 2022. This rebranding aligned the regional operations with the unified Crunchyroll brand, transferring Funimation's content library to Crunchyroll's platform and ensuring seamless integration for UK and Ireland users into the global anime ecosystem. The merger was fully completed on April 2, 2024, with the shutdown of Funimation's website and app services, consolidating all streaming under Crunchyroll and maintaining regional focus on distribution without altering subscriber pricing or core services. The change supported ongoing licensing enhancements by centralizing access to Sony's expanded anime catalog, including co-productions.

Organizational Structure

Ownership and Parent Company

Crunchyroll UK and Ireland operates through Crunchyroll Limited, a private limited company registered in the United Kingdom with company number 02202664, incorporated on December 4, 1987, and primarily engaged in motion picture distribution activities. The entity is ultimately controlled by Sony Group Corporation, which holds more than 75% of shares and voting rights, as notified to Companies House on April 18, 2019. This control was established through Funimation's acquisition of Manga Entertainment UK in May 2019. Crunchyroll, LLC serves as the primary parent company for the UK and Ireland operations, functioning as a joint venture between Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. (SPE), a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, and Aniplex Inc., a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment Japan. This structure was established following Sony's acquisition of the Crunchyroll anime business from AT&T Inc. for $1.175 billion in August 2021, completed through Funimation Global Group, LLC, a prior joint venture between SPE and Aniplex. Sony's majority ownership ensures integrated governance, with strategic decisions influenced by the Sony Group's board of directors, which oversees global anime initiatives and prioritizes expansion in key markets like the UK and Ireland. The evolution of ownership intensified post the March 2022 merger, when 's content and operations were consolidated into , phasing out the Funimation brand and unifying 's anime ecosystem. This merger granted Sony enhanced majority control, streamlining regional decision-making for and by aligning licensing, content localization, and distribution under a single global platform, while enabling resource allocation toward international growth, as evidenced by subsequent restructurings in 2025.

Headquarters and Leadership

Crunchyroll UK and Ireland maintains its headquarters at the 12th Floor, Brunel Building, 2 Canalside Walk, , , W2 1DG, , serving as the operational base for its regional activities. This location supports the company's focus on distribution and licensing within the UK and Ireland markets. Following the 2015 acquisition of the UK branch from Media by its managing director, Colin Lomax served as a key leader for (later rebranded as UK and Ireland) until his death in early 2018. After Lomax's passing, Jerome Mazandarani assumed the role of managing director, overseeing operations until May 2021. Current leadership under Ltd includes directors such as Ian Stuart Durndell, appointed in 2019 and based in , alongside global executives Travis Edward Page (appointed 2020) and Rahul Phaneendra Purini (appointed 2022), who serves as president of the parent company. The and team, estimated at around 10 employees, concentrates on regional licensing, distribution, and localized content strategies for and related media. This compact structure reflects the entity's specialized role within the broader Sony-owned organization, with no major office expansions or relocations reported since the 2022 rebranding.

Business Activities

Distribution and Licensing

Crunchyroll UK and Ireland handles physical media distribution through partnerships with major retailers, releasing titles on DVD and Blu-ray formats to cater to collectors and enthusiasts primarily in the . These releases are typically available via online platforms and physical stores such as Amazon, , and , with pre-orders often starting weeks in advance to build anticipation. For instance, the October-November 2025 lineup includes key titles like ODDTAXI: The Complete Season on Blu-ray (October 20), Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle in both standard Blu-ray and limited edition Steelbook (November 3), and : Beyond Journey’s End – Season 1 Part 2 in DVD/Blu-ray and limited edition formats (November 17), emphasizing high-quality editions with extras like art books and Steelbooks for popular series. Theatrical distribution forms another pillar of Crunchyroll's dissemination strategy, bringing films to cinemas across the and through collaborations with local exhibitors. This channel allows for immersive big-screen experiences, often timed to coincide with streaming or home video launches to maximize exposure. Notable examples include the : Execution Compilation Film, which screened in select and Irish theaters starting November 14, 2025, recapping the arc and previewing Season 3; : The Last Attack Omnibus Movie, with tickets available for and Ireland showings from February 2025; and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Infinity Castle, announced in March 2025 for release on September 12, 2025. Licensing activities are central to Crunchyroll's operations, involving the acquisition of exclusive rights for anime distribution in the and to ensure controlled regional availability. The company secures licenses from Japanese studios for physical, theatrical, and broadcast windows, often holding exclusivity that prevents competing platforms from offering the same titles simultaneously in the territory. For regional broadcasters, Crunchyroll has integrated its content library into TV platforms across the and since January 2025, enabling and Stream users to access anime via a dedicated app without separate licensing to traditional linear TV channels. Retailer licensing focuses on home entertainment, granting rights to outlets like and for exclusive pre-order bundles and in-store promotions tied to releases. In addition to its core streaming service, pursues digital non-streaming licensing by partnering with video-on-demand platforms for add-on subscriptions and purchases outside its ecosystem. This includes availability through Channels in the UK, where users can subscribe directly to Crunchyroll's catalog for episodic or seasonal access via Prime's interface, and digital purchases on for individual episodes or full seasons in the region. These deals extend reach to non-subscribers while maintaining Crunchyroll's oversight on territorial rights, with exclusivity clauses limiting overlap with primary distribution windows.

Partnerships and Co-Productions

In 2019, Manga Entertainment UK, the predecessor to Crunchyroll UK and Ireland, handled distribution rights for the anime series Cannon Busters in the UK and Ireland, which was produced by Satelight and others for Netflix, with the project marking one of the company's early forays into anime for international audiences. The 12-episode series, created by LeSean Thomas, premiered globally on Netflix on August 15, 2019, and Crunchyroll secured home video distribution rights in the UK and Ireland, releasing the complete series on Blu-ray in 2021 to provide physical access for regional fans. This collaboration highlighted Crunchyroll's role in bridging streaming and physical distribution for anime in the region, ensuring broader accessibility beyond Netflix's platform. Crunchyroll has forged partnerships with European entities to expand dubbed content and host events tailored to and Irish audiences. A notable alliance with , a Scotland-based anime distributor, launched the "Crunchyroll Movie Nights at Home" series in May 2021, offering monthly streaming access to select films with English dubs where available, such as and . This initiative provided and Ireland viewers with curated theatrical experiences at home, rotating titles like The Relative Worlds and Giovanni’s Island through 2022, and emphasized collaborative efforts to localize content for European markets. Recent alliances have focused on content sharing with catalogs to enhance availability in the UK and , particularly for seasonal releases. For the Fall 2025 anime season, starting October 2025, integrated titles from its broader European operations, including new series like the adaptation and returning favorites such as Final Season and Spy x Family Season 3, ensuring synchronized premieres across the EMEA region despite post-Brexit licensing nuances. These arrangements allow seamless access to EU-sourced simulcasts and dubs, bolstering the regional library with timely additions. Strategic ties with Sony and Aniplex, Crunchyroll's parent entities under Sony Group Corporation, enable exclusive regional premieres of high-profile anime in the UK and Ireland. Through Aniplex's production pipeline, Crunchyroll has secured simulcast rights for series like Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, with theatrical and streaming exclusives rolling out in EMEA territories, including the Infinity Castle trilogy films premiering in 2025. Similarly, joint ventures such as the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima anime adaptation, co-produced with Aniplex and Sony Music, will debut exclusively on Crunchyroll in 2027, prioritizing early access for UK and Irish subscribers via Sony's integrated ecosystem.

Services and Content

Streaming and Platform Availability

Crunchyroll launched its dedicated app on Sky Glass and Sky Stream platforms on January 17, 2025, providing direct access to the streaming service for Sky customers across the UK and Ireland. This integration allows users to stream anime content without needing additional devices or apps, with plans for availability on Sky Q originally by the end of summer 2025, though as of November 2025 it remains pending. The expansion enhances accessibility for Sky users in the region by embedding Crunchyroll within their existing TV ecosystem. In the UK and , offers tiered subscription plans tailored to regional pricing, starting with the Fan tier at £4.99 per month in the UK (approximately €5.99 in ), which provides ad-free streaming on one device. The Mega Fan tier, priced at £5.99 per month in the UK (€6.49 in ), adds offline capabilities, streaming on up to four devices simultaneously, and access to exclusive merchandise discounts. The Ultimate Fan tier, at £7.99 per month, includes all Mega Fan features plus access, up to six simultaneous streams, and enhanced store perks like 15% off select items. Offline downloads are limited to mobile devices on Mega Fan and Ultimate Fan plans, enabling users to save episodes for viewing without internet, a feature unchanged since the 2022 Sony-Funimation merger. The platform supports a wide range of devices in the and , including (version 16+), Android (version 8+), major s via and Google TV, gaming consoles like and , and streaming devices such as , , and . integration allows seamless access through the , with support for casting from devices. Post-2022 rebrand, enhancements include broader compatibility and no geo-restrictions within the and for premium subscribers, ensuring full library access without VPN requirements. Accessibility features on Crunchyroll for UK and Ireland users include adjustable playback speeds (0.75x to 2x), keyboard shortcuts for navigation, customizable closed captions with font size and color options, and audio descriptions for select titles. These comply with regional standards like the UK's , with ongoing updates post-2022 to improve subtitle readability and device compatibility for visually impaired users. No content blackouts or payment restrictions apply specifically to the region beyond standard EU data protection rules.

Catalog and Regional Offerings

The and service offers a core catalog exceeding 1,000 titles, encompassing both subtitled and dubbed versions in English, with a focus on releases for new seasons. Notable examples include ongoing series like , which streams all seasons including the 2025 The Blue Night Saga, alongside major fall 2025 releases such as and . This library emphasizes shonen action, fantasy, and slice-of-life genres, with dubs often following shortly after subbed premieres to cater to regional preferences. Between 2023 and 2025, the UK and Ireland catalogs expanded through integrations with Funimation and Wakanim, adding hundreds of legacy titles and enabling broader EU access to seasonal content. Key additions include the full Dragon Ball franchise—over 800 episodes of Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, and spin-offs—made available starting February 2024 specifically for these regions. Seasonal launches further enriched the lineup, such as summer 2025's Gachiakuta, Kaiju No. 8 Season 2, and Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE Cour 2, streamed simultaneously with Japanese broadcasts. Recent regional highlights include the cinema release of Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Compilation Film on November 14, 2025, and simulcast streaming of One-Punch Man Season 3 starting October 2025. Compared to the US catalog, the UK and Ireland offerings may feature fewer titles due to licensing variations. Updates like the 2025 Ani-May promotion provided free ad-supported access to 20 popular titles, including Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Spy x Family, exclusively for the month of May to boost regional engagement. In addition to anime, Crunchyroll UK and Ireland integrates manga reading via its dedicated app, launched in October 2025 with over 200 titles such as One Piece and Jujutsu Kaisen, available digitally on day one of release. Game offerings include free-to-play titles like The Eminence in Shadow: Master of Garden and Street Fighter: Duel, accessible through the platform's Game Vault, with Ani-May 2025 adding limited-time exclusives tied to anime promotions.

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