More Than Half of Netflix Users Watch Anime, Says Streaming Giant at Anime Expo
During its panel at Anime Expo in Los Angeles, Netflix revealed an impressive milestone: more than half of Netflix users watch anime. This statistic translates to over 150 million households — approximately 300 million viewers worldwide.
More Than Half of Netflix Users Watch Anime, Says Streaming Giant at Anime Expo
According to Netflix, anime viewership has tripled in the last five years. The year 2024 alone saw 33 anime titles break into Netflix’s Global Top 10 (Non-English) — more than double compared to 2021. In total, anime was streamed over 1 billion times globally this year, marking it as one of the platform’s most-watched content categories.
In addition to the record-breaking reach, Netflix stated that 80% to 90% of anime viewers prefer watching dubbed versions. To meet that demand, the company now provides audio and subtitles in up to 33 languages, allowing more people to enjoy anime in their native tongue.
Upcoming Anime on Netflix: From Action to Cute Stop-Motion
Leading the upcoming anime slate is Sakamoto Days, based on the hit manga about a former assassin turned family man. The show’s first season made it to Netflix’s Global Top 10 and ranked in 54 countries, including Japan, South Korea, France, and Argentina. Season 2 will begin on July 14 with weekly episodes.
Another major highlight is Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, the long-awaited follow-up to Studio Trigger’s 2022 hit set in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe. At Anime Expo, Netflix revealed a teaser and new artwork, hinting at another emotional, action-packed journey.
My Melody & Kuromi and More Anime Titles Coming in 2024
Fans of cute characters can look forward to My Melody & Kuromi, a stop-motion series debuting on July 24. The story follows the Sanrio icons on an adventure to protect their homeland, Mariland, from an unknown threat.
Other anime titles announced during Anime Expo include:
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Record of Ragnarok III
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BEASTARS: Final Season
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The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity (Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku)
Netflix highlighted how anime has grown across all ages and regions, with recent successes in genres like action (Jujutsu Kaisen, Spy x Family), sci-fi (Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance), fantasy (Delicious in Dungeon), and romance (My Happy Marriage, Pokémon Concierge).
