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How Crunchyroll took over the anime world

How Crunchyroll took over the anime world

Fast Company2 days ago

In this episode of FC Explains, we dive deep into how Crunchyroll transformed from a small streaming service to the global leader in anime distribution. Discover how it helped push anime into mainstream pop culture, influenced the global perception of Japanese media, and changed the entertainment landscape forever.

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