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Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026: winners overview

The 10th Crunchyroll Anime Awards were held in Tokyo, celebrating the most popular and critically acclaimed anime of the year across many categories, including action, drama, romance, and film.

The biggest award, Anime of the Year, went to My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON, marking a major win for the long-running series in its final chapter.

In the Film of the Year category, the winner was Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, beating several high-profile competitors.

Other notable winners include:

  • Best Romance Anime:The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity
  • Best Slice of Life Anime: SPY x FAMILY Season 3
  • Best Character Design: Gachiakuta
  • Best Supporting Character: awards included characters from My Hero Academia and The Apothecary Diaries

Several major categories such as Best Animation, Best Action Anime, and Best Comedy Anime were also awarded, though some winners varied or were tied to ongoing announcements depending on category.

Overall, the awards highlighted a strong year for major franchises like My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, DAN DA DAN, and The Apothecary Diaries, reflecting both fan voting and industry recognition.

Source: https://www.crunchyroll.com/news/latest/2026/5/22/anime-awards-2026-winners-list?srsltid=AfmBOopOmrIRTT1xpw2NI04_l5Faycgoxfq7D_9eeZGC1cehkOWd2Q8g