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Broadcast Pro
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Crunchyroll now available on Yango Play
As part of the agreement, Yango Play subscribers can now stream popular anime titles ad-free, featuring newly added Arabic subtitles and available in both Japanese and English audio. Yango Play has entered a major content partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and Crunchyroll to deliver the world's most extensive anime library to viewers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This agreement marks a significant step in expanding the region's access to high-quality, global entertainment content. As part of the deal, Yango Play subscribers now enjoy ad-free streaming of top anime titles such as Tower of God and Welcome to Demon School, Iruma kun!—all available with fresh Arabic subtitles and Japanese or English audio options. The collaboration also introduces a new Crunchyroll channel on Yango Play, allowing fans to watch blockbuster series like Solo Leveling, Fire Force, Shangri-La Frontier, and The Rising of the Shield Hero directly on their TVs via the Yango Play app. This launch is just the beginning of a broader rollout. Yango Play plans to expand its anime selection throughout the year with more iconic series from Crunchyroll's catalogue. Notable upcoming additions include fan-favourite titles like Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation, further cementing the platform's position as a go-to destination for anime in the region. Khalid El Sergany, Head of Acquisition at Yango Play, said: 'Our collaboration with Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures marks a major milestone in Yango Play's mission to expand access to world-class entertainment in the MENA region,' he said. 'This isn't just about adding anime—it's about recognising the cultural appetite for it and meeting fans where they are, in Arabic, on TV, on-demand.' Ziad Yaghi, SVP, Distribution & Networks, MENA and Turkey, Sony Pictures Television, added: 'We're pleased to team up with Yango to announce this exciting deal. Coupling the vast breadth of anime on Crunchyroll and the power of SPE's film library, this comprehensive package will see a wealth of quality content coming to Yango Play's audiences across the region.' In addition to anime, the partnership enhances Yango Play's offerings with an array of blockbuster films from Sony Pictures' extensive library. Viewers can now stream acclaimed titles such as The Equalizer and The Equalizer 2, Venom, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Blade Runner 2049, The Amazing Spider-Man series, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, Django Unchained, The Social Network, Hancock, and Bad Boys II and Bad Boys. Yango Play is currently available across the Middle East and Egypt and supports streaming on all devices. The platform is offering a one-month free subscription for a limited time, giving new users a chance to explore its diverse and exclusive library, designed to cater to the varied tastes of the region's viewers.
Broadcast Pro
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Animotion Media and Yango Play bring ‘The Fixies' to Arabic-speaking audiences
With this collaboration, Yango Play subscribers will now have access to the first two seasons of this globally recognised show, fully localised in Arabic. Animotion Media, a distributor of premium animated content for children, has partnered with Yango Play, an all-in-one streaming super app, to bring the animated series The Fixies to Arabic-speaking viewers. Through this collaboration, Yango Play subscribers can now enjoy the first two seasons of the globally recognised show, fully localised in Arabic. The Fixies follows the adventures of tiny, intelligent creatures living inside everyday devices, teaching children about science, technology, and problem-solving through engaging storytelling. The series has captivated audiences worldwide, garnering over 10bn views on YouTube and more than 5m views on its Arabic YouTube channel. This partnership strengthens The Fixies' presence in the Arabic-speaking market, ensuring that young viewers in the MENA region can experience the same high-quality educational entertainment enjoyed by audiences globally. As a diverse content platform, Yango Play continues to expand its family-friendly programming, offering Arabic-speaking families localised, engaging and educational entertainment. Commenting on the deal, Julia Nikolaeva, General Manager at Animotion Media, said: 'We are excited to bring The Fixies to Yango Play, offering Arabic-speaking children a fun and enriching way to learn about the world around them. This partnership aligns with our mission to make high-quality, educational animation accessible to children everywhere.' Khalid El Sergany, Head of Acquisition at Yango Play, added: 'Bringing The Fixies to Yango Play is a testament to our commitment to providing meaningful and engaging content for Arabic-speaking children. We are thrilled to offer this unique show that combines entertainment with education, empowering children to learn in a fun and interactive way.' With this launch, The Fixies continues to inspire the next generation of young learners, merging entertainment with valuable educational lessons. Yango Play subscribers can now watch the adventures of Simka, Nolik and their friends—exclusively on Yango Play.
