Key Facts
Crunchyroll has added three anime titles to its streaming library: the 'Given: The Movie' anime film, the 'Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved' sequel film, and the 'Dream Galactic Paradise' anime. The additions were made on Friday, expanding the platform's anime catalog for viewers in Himachal Pradesh and across India.
Details on 'Given: The Movie'
The 'Given' film, also known as 'Given: Uragawa no Sonzai', is directed by Hikaru Yamaguchi (who also directed the TV series) at studio Lerche. Yuniko Ayana wrote the screenplay. The character designers are Mina Ōsawa and Yūki Nishioka (both chief animation directors for the TV series) and Yūki Morimoto (character designer for the TV series). Michiru Ōshima returned to compose the music. The film features returning cast members: Shōgo Yano as Mafuyu, Yūki Shin as Ritsuka, and Masatomo Nakazawa as Haruki. New cast includes Yūki Kuwahara as Kimun Kamui and Yūko Kaida as Azad.
The film is part of a sequel project that began with an original video anime titled 'Given: Uragawa no Sonzai' (Given: Existence on the Other Side), which focused on Mafuyu and Ritsuka during the events of the TV series. That OVA shipped with the limited edition of the manga's seventh volume in December 2021. The first film in the sequel project premiered in Japan in January 2024, and the second film opened in September 2024.
Details on 'Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved'
The film is directed by Tatsuya Ishihara (who also directed the TV series) at Kyoto Animation. The screenplay is written by Yuka Yamada. Character designers include Futoshi Nishiya and Nobuaki Maruki. The music is composed by Masumi Itō. Returning cast members include Yūki Kuwahara as Kobayashi, Naomi Ōzora as Tohru, and Maria Naganawa as Kanna. Saori Hayami voices Ilulu, replacing Yūki Kuwahara who retired from voice acting in 2022. The film's opening theme song 'Namida no Parade' is performed by fhána, the ending theme 'Bokutachi no Hibi' is by Yūki Kuwahara, and the insert song 'Negaigoto' is by Saori Hayami.
The film is a sequel to the TV anime series which premiered in July 2017. An original video anime based on the manga was released in Japan in May 2020. The film continues the story of the dragons and their human friends.
Impact and What Readers Should Know
These additions to Crunchyroll's library provide anime fans in Himachal Pradesh and India with more streaming options. The 'Given' film is particularly notable for its emotional music-focused story, while the 'Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid' film offers lighthearted fantasy comedy. Both films are available with subtitles and dubbing in multiple languages.
FAQ
- Which 'Given' anime film did Crunchyroll add? Crunchyroll added 'Given: The Movie' (also known as 'Given: Uragawa no Sonzai'), which continues the story of the band Given.
- What is the new 'Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid' film about? The film is titled 'Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid: A Lonely Dragon Wants to Be Loved' and serves as a sequel to the TV series, focusing on the dragon Ilulu.
- Who are the new cast members in the Dragon Maid film? New cast includes Yūki Kuwahara as Kimun Kamui and Yūko Kaida as Azad. Saori Hayami voices Ilulu, replacing Yūki Kuwahara who retired from voice acting in 2022.
- When did the 'Given' manga end? The 'Given' manga by Natsuki Kizu concluded in March 2023, with the ninth and final compiled volume released in September 2023.
Source: www.animenewsnetwork.com