Crunchyroll announces their Anime Expo 2022 panels and experiences

Anime Expo 2022 is coming up quick! Happening at the Los Angeles Convention Center July 1-4, Anime Expo will be in-person for the first time since 2019. Crunchyroll has announced their exciting lineup of panels, premieres, and experiences for this year. There is something for every anime fan!

Crunchyroll Anime Expo 2022 details

Crunchyroll is pulling out all of the stops for this year’s Anime Expo! Attendees will be greeted in the South Hall Lobby by Crunchyroll’s official mascot and VTuber, Crunchyroll-Hime, on a large monitor to share her excitement for everything happening at the event. Also, the South Hall will hold an immersive experience called New Crunchy City HQ. Here, attendees will see previews of the hottest new anime and be provided with unique swag. If attendees stay in New Crunchy City long enough, they may also spy a secret area for photo ops that will resemble a certain anime family’s apartment located in the fictional country of Ostania.

Crunchyroll’s presence will be immediate at the entrance of the showroom floor. At the main activation (Booth 3000), badge holders can stop by to pick up free drawstring bags (different anime series each day), Aoashi and Rent-a-Girlfriend Season 2 character photo frame cards, and a That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime stress ball among other promo items while supplies last. Guests can also visit the booth to enter to win awesome prize packs. There will be photo ops with The Rising of the Shield Hero characters Naofumi, Raphtalia, and a giant 10’ tall Filo. Also, be sure to check out a shikishi (autographed art boards) gallery with over 40 artists and play the latest titles from Crunchyroll Games library!

Gita Rebbapragada, Crunchyroll’s Chief Marketing Officer said:

“This is the first Anime Expo since Crunchyroll and Funimation have come together, and we’re pulling out all of the stops to surprise and delight fans. We’re delivering something for everyone to enjoy and become a part of our world.”

Those looking to refresh can head on over to the Crunchyroll takeover of the JW Marriott on Friday, July 1 through Sunday, July 3 from 11:00 am to 11:00 pm. This is where anyone with or without a badge can take advantage of anime themed drinks for purchase at the themed “Crunchyroll Lounge” lobby sidebar. Also, enjoy pop up photo ops and special activations. Special themed coasters will be available while supplies last.

Panels, experiences, and premieres

Here are Crunchyroll’s full Anime Expo 2022 lineup of panels and screenings:

MY HERO ACADEMIA OVAs NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE: Friday, July 1 | 12:00 pm PT, Los Angeles Convention Center – Main Events Hall

Attendees are welcome to the North American premiere of two brand new original video animations from the global anime phenomenon, My Hero Academia! Presented by Crunchyroll, go beyond Season 5 as our favorite heroes batter up and continue their internships. Join us for this exclusive screening!

SPY x FAMILY ENGLISH DUB CAST PANEL: Friday, July 1 | 3:00 pm PT, Los Angeles Convention Center – Petree Hall

Join Crunchyroll for the first official SPY x FAMILY panel featuring the English Cast! Including Q&A with Alex Organ (Loid Forger), Megan Shipman (Anya Forger), Natalie Van Sistine (Yor Forger), and Anthony Bowling (Franky). Also, there will be a special message from the Japanese cast, and more – this is a TOP SECRET event that you won’t want to miss! Panelists include Alex Organ, Megan Shipman, Natalie Van Sistine, and Anthony Bowling.

CRUNCHYROLL PRESENTS: NEW SIMULCAST PREMIERES ROUND 1: Friday, July 1 | 7:00 pm PT, JW Marriott  – Platinum Ballroom

Be the first to see the newest anime series before it begins streaming! Check out the hottest titles coming to Crunchyroll this summer. Each premiere panel has a different lineup of shows, so be sure to check them all out. Shine On! Bakumatsu Bad Boys! – Episode 1 (World Premiere); Utawarerumono Mask of Truth – Episodes 1 & 2 (International Premiere)

CRUNCHYROLL PRESENTS: NEW SIMULCAST PREMIERES ROUND 2: Saturday, July 2 | 11:30 am PT, JW Marriott – Platinum Ballroom

Join Crunchyroll and the Director and Animation Producer of Ranking of Kings from WIT STUDIO for a Q&A session. Hear about some of the behind-the-scenes action and reminiscing about some of the best moments. Panelists include Director Yosuke Hatta and Animation Producer Maiko Okada. Crunchyroll’s Chris Han will host.

JUJUTSU KAISEN FOCUS PANEL: Sunday, July 3 | 1:30 pm PT, Los Angeles Convention Center – Main Events Hall

JUJUTSU KAISEN is one of the biggest hits on Crunchyroll. Join some of the team behind the JUJUTSU KAISEN anime as they talk about their experiences working on the hit series and movie. Don’t miss the chance to hear from them directly. Find out what it was like behind the scenes! Panelists are to be determined.

CRUNCHYROLL PRESENTS: NEW SIMULCAST PREMIERES ROUND 3: Sunday, July 3 | 3:00 pm PT, JW Marriott – Platinum Ballroom

Be the first to see the newest anime series before it begins streaming! Check out the hottest titles coming to Crunchyroll this summer. Each premiere panel has a different lineup of shows, so be sure to check them all out. Classroom of the Elite – Season 2 Episode 1 (International Premiere); In/Spectre – Season 2 Episode 1 (World Premiere); Shoot! Goal to the Future – Episode 1 & 2 (World Premiere of Episode 2)

*MOB PSYCHO 100 III KICKOFF PANEL (HOSTED BY WARNER BROS. JAPAN): Sunday, July 3 at 6:30 pm PT, JW Marriott – Platinum Ballroom

Come join this kick-off panel for Mob Psycho 100 III! Find out what to expect in the upcoming season, including the world-premiere of OP theme song reveal. This panel will be hosted by Warner Bros. Japan’s Nari Takamura and Crunchyroll’s Chris Han.

CHAINSAW MAN PANEL BY MAPPA AND CRUNCHYROLL: Monday, July 4 | 11:30 am PT, Los Angeles Convention Center – Main Events Hall

Every event at Anime Expo 2022 is subject to change. Check out Crunchyroll’s website and follow their social media for updates and more information!

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*The MOB PSYCHO 100 III KICKOFF PANEL scheduling has been corrected from Monday, July 4th to Sunday, July 3rd.

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