The ultimate celebration of anime excellence is officially underway! Crunchyroll has just dropped the highly anticipated nominee list for the ninth annual Anime Awards, and this year’s competition is fiercer than ever. With global superstars from Stranger Things to chart-topping musicians set to present, 2025’s ceremony is shaping up to be the most spectacular in anime history.
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Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025: Your Voice, Your Choice: Voting Now Open Through April 14
Anime fans worldwide, your mission begins now. The power to determine anime’s greatest achievements lies in your hands as voting officially opens for all categories. From breakthrough hits like “DAN DA DAN” and “Solo Leveling” to beloved continuations like “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,” this year’s Anime of the Year category showcases the incredible diversity and quality that defined anime in 2024.
“The Crunchyroll Anime Awards are one of the most important times of year for fans because we hear directly from them on what anime they love and get to honor the creative community behind that love,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll.
Hollywood Meets Anime: A Celebrity Lineup That Defies Expectations
In a thrilling announcement that bridges the gap between Western entertainment and Japanese animation, Crunchyroll has revealed an incredible first wave of presenters that includes:
- Finn Wolfhard & Gaten Matarazzo from the phenomenon “Stranger Things”
- Damiano David, the charismatic Italian singer-songwriter
- Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim
- VTuber sensation Ironmouse
- Recording artist d4vd
- Brazilian pop icon Pabllo Vittar
- YouTube pioneer Gigguk
The ceremony will be hosted by voice actress Sally Amaki and popular entertainer Jon Kabira, with opening remarks from Hiroki Totoki, President and CEO of Sony Group Corporation.
The Battle for Anime Supremacy: 2025’s Most Prestigious Nominations
This year’s nominees represent over 50 series and films from more than 35 studios, showcasing the remarkable breadth and depth of today’s anime landscape.
Anime of the Year Contenders
Six exceptional series are vying for the most coveted prize:
- DAN DA DAN
- Delicious in Dungeon
- Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
- Kaiju No. 8
- Solo Leveling
- The Apothecary Diaries
The Competition Heats Up Across Categories
The nominations span everything from heart-pounding action to tear-jerking romance:
- Best Action features heavy hitters like “BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War” and “Solo Leveling”
- Best Comedy showcases fan-favorites “Delicious in Dungeon” and “KONOSUBA -God’s Blessing on This Wonderful World! 3”
- Best Drama highlights emotional powerhouses including “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” and “Pluto”
Catch Up on the Nominees for Free!
In a fan-friendly move, Crunchyroll is making many nominated titles available to watch for free. Plus, the Crunchyroll Store is offering special discounts on manga and collectibles related to the nominees.
How to Make Your Voice Heard
Voting couldn’t be easier:
- Visit the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Official Website
- Vote daily through April 14 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time
- For the first time ever, vote directly through the Crunchyroll mobile app
Mark Your Calendars: May 25, 2025
The winners will be revealed during the live ceremony on Sunday, May 25, broadcast globally from Tokyo, Japan. Whether you’re team “Frieren” or backing “Solo Leveling,” this is your chance to help your favourite anime claim victory on the industry’s grandest stage.
“Anime continues to deeply resonate emotionally with fans, and anime’s biggest night of the year is sure to invoke a lot of joy and pride amongst the anime community—fans and creators alike.”
Don’t miss your chance to influence anime history. Vote now, vote often, and prepare for an unforgettable celebration of the medium we all love!
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For the complete list of nominees across all categories, visit the Crunchyroll Anime Awards Official Website.
