In a new collaboration, Crunchyroll and Aniplex have officially announced the global debut of the highly anticipated anime adaptation of the Korean manhwa sensation, Solo Leveling. The series is set to hit Crunchyroll’s streaming platform on January 6, 2024, marking a significant milestone in anime entertainment and will be accessible to viewers across an impressive 200 territories.
Unlocking the Gates: A World of Hunters and Superhuman Powers
Solo Leveling unfolds in a world where over a decade has passed since the sudden appearance of “gates” connecting our reality with an alternate dimension. Those bestowed with superhuman powers, known as “hunters,” have risen to the forefront. Their mission? To conquer dungeons within the gates and make a living using their extraordinary abilities. Enter Sung Jinwoo, the lowest-ranked hunter, deemed the Weakest Hunter of All Mankind. However, fate takes an unexpected turn when Jinwoo encounters a double dungeon—one hidden inside another. Faced with a mysterious quest window in the throes of severe injury, Jinwoo decides to accept the challenge, becoming the sole individual capable of leveling up.
Crunchyroll’s Excitement and Commitment to Diverse, High-Quality Content
Asa Suehira, Chief Content Officer at Crunchyroll, expressed enthusiasm for the project, emphasizing Crunchyroll’s dedication to connecting audiences with captivating stories globally. Suehira stated, “Solo Leveling is a groundbreaking series that has captured the imagination of fans worldwide. We are thrilled to be part of the journey to bring this extraordinary manhwa to life as an anime. Our collaboration with Aniplex symbolizes our commitment to delivering high-quality, diverse content that resonates with our viewers.”
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Behind the Scenes: Crafting Solo Leveling’s Anime Universe
The Solo Leveling anime series is adapted from the best-selling Korean web novel by Chugong, later transformed into a webtoon and manhwa in 2018, featuring illustrations by DUBU. Animated by the acclaimed A-1 Pictures (known for Sword Art Online) with motion graphics by Production I.G (recognized for Attack on Titan and PSYCHO-PASS), the series is helmed by director Shunsuke Nakashige (Sword Art Online).
Additional creative talents include music by Hiroyuki Sawano (Attack on Titan) and TOMORROW X TOGETHER (K-pop band), character design by Tomoko Sudo, and monster design by Hirotaka Tokuda.
Meet the Voices: A Stellar Cast in Japanese and English
The Japanese voice cast includes Taito Ban as Sung Jinwoo, Genta Nakamura as Yoo Jinho, Haruna Mikawa as Sung Jinah, Reina Ueda as Cha Hae-in, Daisuke Hirakawa as Choi Jong-in, Hiroki Touchi as Baek Yoonho, Banjo Ginga as Go Gunhee, and Makoto Furukawa as Woo Jinchul.
The English voice cast features Aleks Le as Sung Jinwoo, Justin Briner as Yoo Jinho, Rebecca Wang as Sung Jinah, Michelle Rojas as Cha Hae-in, Ian Sinclair as Choi Jong-in, Christopher R. Sabat as Baek Yoonho, Kent Williams as Go Gunhee, and SungWon Cho as Woo Jinchul. Dani Chambers voices Lee Joohee.
Dubs Beyond Borders: Solo Leveling in Other Languages
Fans worldwide can anticipate dubs in various languages, with premiere dates to be revealed at a later time. Solo Leveling’s expansive reach promises a truly global anime experience, and Crunchyroll and Aniplex’s collaboration aims to bring this extraordinary narrative to audiences around the world.
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