Crunchyroll Unveils ‘Solo Leveling’ Movie, ‘Ghost Of Tsushima’ Adaptation First Look At Anime Expo

Crunchyroll packed its Anime Expo showcase with a long list of announcements late last week, led by the reveal of a new Solo Leveling feature, a first look at the upcoming Ghost of Tsushima Legends anime, and several new series headed to the platform over the next year.

The headline news was the announcement of Solo Leveling: Beyond the System, an original theatrical film that will continue the story following the end of the anime’s second season. The project is now in production at A-1 Pictures, with production by Aniplex, Netmarble, D&C Media, Kakao Piccoma, and Crunchyroll. English voice actor Aleks Le, who plays Sung Jinwoo, appeared at the panel to reveal the project, while attendees were shown a teaser visual and promotional concept video. No release date was announced.

Crunchyroll also unveiled the first character designs from Ghost of Tsushima Legends, the anime adaptation of Sucker Punch’s hit videogame. Director Takanobu Mizuno is leading the series, with scripts by Satoshi Maejima and Gen Urobuchi, character designs from Takashi Okazaki, and animation by Kamikaze Douga. The adaptation was first announced last year, though a premiere date has yet to be revealed.

Another surprise came via a recorded appearance from Dave Grohl, who announced that Nirvana’s “Breed” will serve as the opening theme for The Guy She Was Interested in Wasn’t a Guy At All, the anime adaptation of Sumiko Arai’s popular manga. The series is scheduled to premiere in early 2027.

The showcase also featured an appearance by Taihi Kimura, the newly announced Japanese voice of Chihiro Rokuhira in Kagurabachi, who joined Crunchyroll News editor-in-chief Kyle Cardine for a Q&A. Fans in attendance also received an exclusive look at Chihiro’s provisional character design.

In other news, Crunchyroll confirmed several acquisitions and release windows. The boys’ love series Here U Are is joining the service, while original sci-fi thriller Fate Rewinder is set for April 2027. Returning titles include The Rising of the Shield Hero Season 5, arriving next year, and Aoashi Season 2, which premieres in October.

New series headed to the streamer include Dengeki Daisy, Gacha Girls Corps, Magical Buffs – The Support Caster Is Stronger Than He Realized!, The Vermilion Mask, and Overgeared, with release dates spanning late 2026 through 2027.

Crunchyroll also highlighted several platform initiatives. During the presentation, the company reminded fans that Katsuhiro Otomo’s Akira returns to North American theaters in 4K IMAX presentations on September 4. The company also announced a major expansion of Crunchyroll Manga through a new partnership with Kodansha US Publishing, bringing series including Attack on Titan, Fire Force, and Fairy Tail to the service. Black Torch will also join the platform on July 13, shortly after its anime adaptation begins streaming.