Crunchyroll, the leading streaming platform for anime content, has officially announced the nominees for the eighth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards, celebrating the outstanding achievements in Japanese animation. Set to take place in Japan on March 2, the awards ceremony will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including the chart-topping rapper Megan Thee Stallion.
Megan Thee Stallion, a three-time GRAMMY-winning recording artist, philanthropist, and entrepreneur, expressed her excitement about the upcoming event, stating, “Watching anime is one of my favorite things to do! I love cosplaying all of my favorite characters, I love the storytelling, and I love getting inspiration from the different anime art styles! I’m really excited for the opportunity to attend and present an award at this year’s Crunchyroll Anime Awards. I’m looking forward to traveling to Tokyo and joining my fellow anime lovers as we celebrate and honor the best anime creators and shows in the world.”
Joining Megan Thee Stallion in presenting awards are renowned figures from various industries, adding a diverse and international flavor to the ceremony:
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- Iman Vellani: Award-winning actress known for her roles in MS. MARVEL and THE MARVELS.
- LiSA: Japanese singer-songwriter celebrated for her performances of hit anime theme songs.
- Roland: Japanese night club host, entrepreneur, and TV personality.
- Aquaria: American fashion model, drag entertainer, and winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 10.
- Che Lingo: British rapper and artist known for blending genres in his music.
- Lena Lemon: Content creator with a focus on anime, cosplay, and gaming.
- Yaeji: Artist, producer, vocalist, and DJ, recognized globally for her dance floor-ready tracks.
- Ylona Garcia: Singer born in the Philippines and raised in Australia.
The Chairman and CEO of Sony Group Corporation, Kenichiro Yoshida, will return to deliver opening remarks at the live ceremony. The event will be hosted by voice actress Sally Amaki and entertainer Jon Kabira.
Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll, highlighted the global appeal of anime, stating, “With more than 30 anime studios, 5 streaming platforms, 50 series and films, and over 50 voice actors, the nominees for the Crunchyroll Anime Awards represent the world-class creatives powering the global love of anime.”
Fans have until January 27 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time to cast their votes for their favorite anime series and creators. The winners will be announced during the live ceremony on March 2, with the event also featuring a global fan livestream. To further celebrate the nominees, a selection of series will be available for free streaming on Crunchyroll’s AVOD (Ad-Supported Video On Demand) platform until March 2.
Anime Awards 2024 Nominees (Listed in alphabetical order by category
Anime of the Year
BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
【OSHI NO KO】
VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2
Best Continuing Series
Attack on Titan (Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1)
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc)
JUJUTSU KAISEN (JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2)
ONE PIECE
SPY x FAMILY (SPY x FAMILY Season 1 Cour 2)
VINLAND SAGA (VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2)
Best New Series
BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Chainsaw Man
Heavenly Delusion
Hell’s Paradise
【OSHI NO KO】
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
Best Film
Black Clover: Sword of the Wizard King
BLUE GIANT
Kaguya-sama: Love Is War -The First Kiss That Never Ends-
PSYCHO-PASS: Providence
Suzume
THE FIRST SLAM DUNK
Best Original Anime
Akiba Maid War
BIRDIE WING -Golf Girls’ Story- Season2
Buddy Daddies
Do It Yourself!!
Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch From Mercury
THE MARGINAL SERVICE
Best Animation
Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
Mob Psycho 100 III
TRIGUN STAMPEDE
Best Character Design
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
Hell’s Paradise
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
【OSHI NO KO】
TRIGUN STAMPEDE
Best Director
Yuichiro Hayashi – Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Keiichiro Saito – BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Ryu Nakayama – Chainsaw Man
Hirotaka Mori – Heavenly Delusion
Shota Goshozono – JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
Daisuke Hiramaki – 【OSHI NO KO】
Best Cinematography
Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
Heavenly Delusion
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2
Best Art Direction
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
Hell’s Paradise
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
【OSHI NO KO】
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
Best Romance
Horimiya: The Missing Pieces
Insomniacs after school
My Happy Marriage
My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999
Skip and Loafer
Tomo-chan Is a Girl!
Best Comedy
BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Buddy Daddies
MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES
SPY x FAMILY Season 1 Cour 2
URUSEIYATSURA
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
Best Action
Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Separation
Chainsaw Man
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
ONE PIECE
Best Fantasy
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Swordsmith Village Arc
Hell’s Paradise
MASHLE: MAGIC AND MUSCLES
Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation Season 2
Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage
The Ancient Magus’ Bride SEASON 2
Best Drama
Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Heavenly Delusion
My Happy Marriage
【OSHI NO KO】
To Your Eternity Season 2
VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2
Best Slice of Life
BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Do It Yourself!!
Horimiya: The Missing Pieces
Insomniacs after school
My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999
Skip and Loafer
Best Main Character
Bocchi (Hitori Goto) – BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Denji – Chainsaw Man
Eren Jaeger – Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Mob (Shigeo Kageyama) – Mob Psycho 100 III
Monkey D. Luffy – ONE PIECE
Thorfinn – VINLAND SAGA SEASON 2
Best Supporting Character
Arataka Reigen – Mob Psycho 100 III
Hange Zoe – Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1
Kana Arima – 【OSHI NO KO】
Power – Chainsaw Man
Satoru Gojo – JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
Suguru Geto – JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
“Must Protect At All Costs” Character
Anya Forger – SPY x FAMILY Season 1 Cour 2
Hitori Gotoh (Bocchi) – BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Bojji – Ranking of Kings: The Treasure Chest of Courage
Miri Unasaka – Buddy Daddies
Pochita – Chainsaw Man
Suletta Mercury – Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury
Best Anime Song
Idol – YOASOBI – 【OSHI NO KO】
KICK BACK – Kenshi Yonezu – Chainsaw Man
Seisyun Complex – Kessoku Band – BOCCHI THE ROCK!
Suzume – RADWIMPS feat. toaka – Suzume
Where Our Blue Is –– Tatsuya Kitani – JUJUTSU KAISEN Season 2
WORK – Ringo Sheena and millennium parade – Hell’s Paradise
Best Score
Attack on Titan Final Season THE FINAL CHAPTERS Special 1