Crunchyroll Is Bringing Monthly 'Anime Nights' to Theaters Across the U.S. — GeekTyrant
Unlike the limited screenings we've been used to in past years, Crunchyroll is going big. Anime movies have already been making huge waves in theaters recently thanks to hits like Jujutsu Kaisen 0 , Demon Slayer: Mugen Train , and more, but now Crunchyroll is making sure there's something for fans to enjoy every single month on the big screen.
Crunchyroll describes Anime Nights as a way to 'honor the past, elevate the present, and celebrate the future of anime.'
These events will take place on the third Monday of every month across theaters in the United States, and more than 225 theaters nationwide will be part of the program, including major chains like Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, AMC Theatres, Regal, Cinemark Theatres, Harkins Theatres, and Landmark Cinemas.
The first event happens on October 20, 2025, featuring the U.S. debut of Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved . That's just the beginning. November and December already have exciting lineups in store: November 17, 2025 – OVERLORD – A Celebration of the Anime's 10th Anniversary
December 15, 2025 – Crunchyroll Anime Nights: Secret Sneak Peek! (Yep, a surprise event teasing new anime before it hits streaming!)
Crunchyroll is looking to make this a major part of the anime fan experience, one that could even expand into 2026 with more big premieres and special screenings.
Theatrical anime has exploded in popularity over the past few years. What used to be limited to a handful of special screenings has now become a regular fixture in U.S. theaters.
Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment are taking this momentum and turning it into something consistent with a monthly event that gives fans a reason to gather and celebrate their favorite series on the big screen.
And Crunchyroll wants this to feel like more than just a movie night. As Mitchel Berger, Executive Vice President of Commerce at Crunchyroll, explains:
'Anime Nights offers more than a screening – it's a shared experience that honors the art form, invites fans into the world of creators, and brings anime to life in a theatrical setting. Crunchyroll is committed to the theatrical experience, and there's something powerful about watching beloved anime surrounded by friends and fellow fans in a theater. It's a unique opportunity to connect to the anime community every month to honor stories they love.'
So, starting this fall, anime is taking over theaters in a big way. With Crunchyroll Anime Nights, fans will have a consistent opportunity to enjoy their favorite shows and movies on the big screen, share the experience with the community, and even get sneak peeks at upcoming releases.
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Crunchyroll is about to make your trips to the theater a monthly event. The streaming giant announced during San Diego Comic-Con that it's launching a brand-new program called Crunchyroll Anime Nights, a nationwide theatrical celebration of anime that kicks off this October. Unlike the limited screenings we've been used to in past years, Crunchyroll is going big. Anime movies have already been making huge waves in theaters recently thanks to hits like Jujutsu Kaisen 0 , Demon Slayer: Mugen Train , and more, but now Crunchyroll is making sure there's something for fans to enjoy every single month on the big screen. Crunchyroll describes Anime Nights as a way to 'honor the past, elevate the present, and celebrate the future of anime.' These events will take place on the third Monday of every month across theaters in the United States, and more than 225 theaters nationwide will be part of the program, including major chains like Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, AMC Theatres, Regal, Cinemark Theatres, Harkins Theatres, and Landmark Cinemas. The first event happens on October 20, 2025, featuring the U.S. debut of Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved . That's just the beginning. November and December already have exciting lineups in store: November 17, 2025 – OVERLORD – A Celebration of the Anime's 10th Anniversary December 15, 2025 – Crunchyroll Anime Nights: Secret Sneak Peek! (Yep, a surprise event teasing new anime before it hits streaming!) Crunchyroll is looking to make this a major part of the anime fan experience, one that could even expand into 2026 with more big premieres and special screenings. Theatrical anime has exploded in popularity over the past few years. What used to be limited to a handful of special screenings has now become a regular fixture in U.S. theaters. Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment are taking this momentum and turning it into something consistent with a monthly event that gives fans a reason to gather and celebrate their favorite series on the big screen. And Crunchyroll wants this to feel like more than just a movie night. As Mitchel Berger, Executive Vice President of Commerce at Crunchyroll, explains: 'Anime Nights offers more than a screening – it's a shared experience that honors the art form, invites fans into the world of creators, and brings anime to life in a theatrical setting. Crunchyroll is committed to the theatrical experience, and there's something powerful about watching beloved anime surrounded by friends and fellow fans in a theater. It's a unique opportunity to connect to the anime community every month to honor stories they love.' So, starting this fall, anime is taking over theaters in a big way. With Crunchyroll Anime Nights, fans will have a consistent opportunity to enjoy their favorite shows and movies on the big screen, share the experience with the community, and even get sneak peeks at upcoming releases.
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