Another year , another online war over anime supremacy . With the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2025 just around the corner , fans are once again rallying behind their favorite show , arguing over repulse , and placing wager on which studio apartment will take the air away with vaporing right . But this class , the conversation feels a bit unlike .
For the first time ever , the event is larger and better than ever as it is being held live in Tokyo with global celebrity presenter like Pabllo Vittar and Finn Wolfhard , according to sources . It ’s giving , bold , and more mainstream than ever ; truly a great sentence to be a weeb . But that also means the stakes are mellow — and so is the dramatic play .
get ’s have a smell and break down what ’s going on , who ’s nominated , who deserves the win , and what fans are getting fire up about yet again this year .
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New Categories, New Energy
Crunchyroll shook things up this year by introducing some overbold categories : Best Background Art , Best Isekai , and evenBest Hindi Voice Artist . That last one particularly shows how much anime has grown globally . It ’s a prissy nod to the ever - blow up fanbase beyond Japan and the West .
The new categories feel like a step in the right direction . Isekai has become its own universe at this point — it merit dedicated acknowledgment . If you do n’t agree , our friend Truck - kun has some choice discussion for you . And ground art ? at last . Some of these view deserve their own drift show .
Anime of the Year: The Heavy Hitters
The big enquiry : who takes home Anime of the Year ? The front - runners seem to be :
If we ’re being honest , Solo Leveling has the aura raise on ignition lock and the sheer popularity bet on it up , but Frieren has that sleeper - hit energy — the kind of show that does n’t hollo to be notice but stays with you long after the credits rove . Delicious in Dungeon brings unexpected nub and relish to phantasy gum anime with a side of culinary charm , while Apothecary Diaries quietly builds a case with its rich storytelling and penetrating , cerebral machination . If the internet buzz is anything to go by , Dan Da Dan and Kaiju No . 8 might just pull off a surprise win .
Anime Film of the Year: Big Screens, Big Emotions
Who takes the crown ? A sport climax for the ages , a soul - stirring short , or a family of spy make unnecessary the day ?
Best Continuing Series: Still Going Strong
These show did n’t just continue . They delivered . Whether it was breaking hearts , breaking the internet , or just devote something to us die - hard fan to see forward to every week , they ’ve earned their spot here .
Fresh Faces, Instant Icons: Best New Series
newfangled to the scene but already unforgettable , these shows made one hell of a first effect . Whether it was through jaw - dropping aliveness , sweet storytelling , or case that instantly stuck with us , they ’ve already carve out their place in the Zanzibar copal vestibule of fame . If this is what “ Modern ” looks like , the future of anime is in very well hands .
Best Original Anime: Built Different
These were n’t adaptations or reboots — just gross , originative swing from studios willing to take risks . Whether it was stylish action mechanism , emotional storytelling , or just vapourous originality , these series reminded us that Zanzibar copal still knows how to storm us .
Best Animation: A Year of Eye-Candy Excellence
This year , the stakes have been raised . It ’s not just about one big studio anymore , it ’s all aboutwhich show delivered the most visually satisfying experience .
Best Character Design: Drip, Detail and Distinct Vibes
These characters did n’t just look good — they matt-up alive in every single scene . Every kit , expression , and small item say you on the dot who they were before they even said a word . It ’s the sort of figure study that sticks with you , long after the episode ends .
Best Director: The Visionaries
From chaotic energy to muted emotion , these directors convey out the best in their stories . They made bluff creative cry , shaped entire tones , and turned animation into an experience that felt personal . These are the storytellers behind the history .
Best Background Art: Worlds Worth Getting Lost In
These were n’t just configurations — they were graphic symbol in their own right . Whether it was eery sci - fi urban center , snug villages , or sweeping phantasy landscape , these backgrounds tear us into world we did n’t desire to leave . Every frame was a picture .
Best Romance: Heartbeats and Blushes
From tranquil crush to chaotic love triangles , this yr gave us all the feel . These romances made us root for the shy confession , shout out at the misunderstandings , and melt at the heartfelt moment . Love was messy — and that ’s what made it magic .
Best Comedy: Certified Laugh Fuel
From laughable punchlines to absolutely timed chaos , these appearance reminded us that gum anime comedy can be as astute as it is wacky . Whether it was magical nonsense , oddball friendly relationship , or good quondam - fashioned slapstick , these series kept us laughing all season long .
Best Action: Adrenaline Overload
Explosions , blade fighting , supernatural confrontation — this yr ’s action Zanzibar copal came out swinging . It was n’t just about cool scrap scenes ( though we definitely acquire those ) ; it was about the tenseness , the stakes , and those hype moment that make you leap out of your seat .
Best Isekai Anime: Otherworldly Escapes
Getting transported to another world has never count this goodness . Whether it was heartfelt buyback , disorderly comedy , or benighted twists on phantasy tropes , this year proved isekai still has eternal stories left to tell — and some real surprises , too .
Best Drama: Tears, Twists and Tension
These series did n’t just tug at our heartstrings — they rive them out and handed them back tenderly . From slowly - burning emotion to gut - punching twists , these dramas prompt us how knock-down storytelling can be when it tip into exposure .
Best Slice of Life: Simple Moments, Lasting Impact
Sometimes , it ’s the quietest moments that hit the arduous . These show gave us ease , introspection , and a chance to just breathe . Whether it was cute , unearthly , passive , or bittersweet — these were the little stories that made our hearts full .
Best Main Character: Leads That Left a Mark
They made us like . About save the world , chasing specter , brew medical specialty , or just making it through one more day . These characters were n’t just the star of their show — they were the ticker . Some made us laugh , some made us cry , and some made us require to hit the gym . But all of them ? Unforgettable .
Best Supporting Character: Scene Stealers
They were n’t always in the limelight , but when they evince up ? You felt it . These characters lifted every fit they were in — with wisdom , chaos , benignity , or just plain vibe . Some had us in our feels , some had us ululate with laughter … all of them made their appearance substantially .
Must Protect at all Costs
This is the class where our corporate soft spots experience . The characters who made us say , “ if anything fall out to them , I will carouse . ” Whether they ’re tiny topsy-turvyness gremlins or quiet souls just trying to do good , they made our hearts ache in the best fashion .
Best Anime Song: Certified Bangers
From instant hits to worked up gut - punches , these Song did n’t just unresolved or closemouthed episode — they became the moment . Whether blast in your earpiece or live rip - devoid in your chief , these tracks give anime fans something to obsess over all class .
Best Score: The Sound of Emotion
The background music did n’t stay in the background . These score carried the emotion , drove the tenseness , and gave scenes their soul . Sometimes , a undivided note told you everything you needed to feel .
Best Opening Sequence: Open Strong
These openings made us hit “ rewatch ” every clock time . Whether it was for the animation flex , the beat drop , or just how good it felt to vibe with your favorite show for 90 seconds — these intros nab it .
Best Ending Sequence: Close With an Impact
After the natural process disappearance and the story pauses , these ending give us the perfect cooldown . Emotional , stylish , tricky — or sometimes all three — they wrapped each instalment with a serious personality .
Best Voice Artist Performance (Japanese)
From the whimsical wisdom of Maomao to the emotional stillness of Frieren , these performances were n’t just heard . They were felt deep in our heart . Each seiyuu brought nerve , mood , and heroics in shipway that made their characters unforgettable .
Best Voice Artist Performance (English)
Whether it was AJ Beckles channeling supernatural scare or Aleks Le delivering tranquil intensity , the English interpreter cast gave global fans an equally copious experience . These artist did n’t just dub . They really deliver emotion with precision , crafting spokesperson that stuck with us long after the quotation rolled .
Personal Picks vs. Fan Predictions
Predicted Winner : Solo Leveling seems to have the right premix of hype , timing , and world-wide appeal to take the crown . Its sleek animation , massive webtoon fanbase , and ordered tempo give it a all-inclusive reach even beyond core anime audiences . With a fighter ’s journey that blends flashy combat and emotional stakes , it ’s the kind of show that fetch both casual witness and longtime fans endow .
Personal Pick : Frieren deserves more making love than it ’s getting . It ’s gentle , aroused , and quietly powerful , unlike the usual action - expectant contenders . What makes Frieren : Beyond Journey ’s conclusion special is how it search life after the vainglorious adventure , focusing on memory , grief , and healing . It does n’t shout , but it lingers . And maybe that ’s what make it so unforgettable .
Snubs, Salt, and Surprises
Every laurels show has its contestation . This twelvemonth , sports fan are side - eyeball the lack of love for :
The Bigger Picture: Global Growth
The addition of regional spokesperson acting awards shows just how global anime has become . The Hindi VA category is a huge win for Native American fans who ’ve been defend dubbed contentedness for years . It ’s clear that gum anime is n’t just a Japanese export anymore . It ’s a worldwide language .
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards are more than just a fan - vote popularity competition . They ’re a snap of where the anime macrocosm is powerful now , the trends we love , the write up that hit hardest , and the creators pushing boundaries .
Whether your favourite wins or not , one thing ’s for certain : it ’s a good time to be an anime fan . Now go vote to make certain your selection does n’t lose out on a well - deserved laurels .
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Frieren and Himmel from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s EndImage Source: © Kanehito Yamada & Tsukasa Abe / Shogakuka
Maomao and Jinshi from The Apothecary Diaries. Image Source: © Natsu Hyuuga / Nekokurage / TOHO Animation / OLM
Kafka Hibino from Kaiju No. 8. Image Source: © Naoya Matsumoto / Shueisha / Production I.G / Studio Khara
Momo Ayase and Okarun. Image Source: © Yukinobu Tatsu / Shueisha / Science SARU
Sung Jin-Woo with his shadow army from Solo Leveling.Image Source: © Chugong / DUBU (REDICE Studio) / A-1 Pictures / Crunchyroll
“The Slime Diaries” — a spinoff ofThat Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime. © Fuse / Kodansha / Eight Bit
My Deer Friend Nokotan. © Oshioshio, Kodansha/My Deer Friend Nokotan Production Committee
Anya Forger from Spy x Family. © Tatsuya Endo/Shueisha, SPY×FAMILY Project.
The main cast from Shangri-La Frontier.Image Source: © Katarina / Ryosuke Fuji / C2C
