According to Arizton research, anime streaming has evolved from a niche interest into a mainstream global entertainment medium, driving pop culture, youth engagement, and lifestyle trends while creating expansive digital ecosystems beyond traditional viewing. The global anime streaming market, valued at USD 7.50 billion in 2024, is projected to reach USD 14.65 billion by 2030, growing at a robust CAGR of 11.8% during the forecast period.
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Report Summary:
Market Size (2030): USD 14.65 Billion
Market Size (2024): USD 7.50 Billion
CAGR (2024-2030):11.80%
HISTORIC YEAR: 2021-2023
Base Year: 2024
Forecast Year: 2025-2030
Market Segmentation: Subscription Model, Content Format, Genre, Platform Type, Device, Demographics, And Geography
Geographic Analysis: North America, Europe, Apac, Latin America, And Middle East & Africa
Global Anime Streaming Growth Unlocks New Market Revenue Opportunities.
The anime streaming industry is rapidly transitioning from niche fandoms to a mainstream global audience, driven by strategic investments in subscriber growth, content libraries, and localization. Crunchyroll, for instance, surpassed 15 million monthly paid subscribers in August 2024, highlighting, the rising demand for anime beyond traditional markets and cementing its position as a leading SVOD platform focused on anime worldwide.
Similarly, Netflix’s 2025 report, Fueling a New Era of Global Fandom, revealed that anime viewership exceeded 1 billion global views in 2024, with over 50% of its global user base engaging with anime, validating large-scale content investments as a key growth and retention strategy. Meanwhile, Japan’s Cool Japan initiative invested $827.9 million through FY2022 to promote cultural exports, while the 2024 launch of JLOX+ by METI provides fresh subsidies to streamline localization and global marketing, enabling faster rollout of anime content worldwide.
Netflix, Disney+ & Crunchyroll Steer the Industry Toward Next-Gen Hybrid Revenue Models
Global anime streaming platforms are increasingly adopting hybrid revenue models that combine subscriptions, advertising, and cross-media assets, including games, music, merchandise, and live events, to maximize Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) and reduce reliance on traditional SVOD. Reuters projects Netflix’s ad-supported tier to generate nearly US$1 billion in U.S. ad revenue in 2024, with around 7.5% of subscribers expected to opt in, while Disney+ anticipates approximately $912M, highlighting the growing role of tiered pricing in attracting price-sensitive audiences without impacting premium tiers. Crunchyroll has expanded beyond subscriptions with initiatives such as Game Vault, collectibles, anime music videos, and live events, turning each franchise into a monetizable ecosystem. These diversified revenue streams allow streaming platforms to reinvest in anime licensing, dubbing, and original content production, accelerating global library growth and sustaining a consistent content pipeline that retains audiences worldwide.
Recent Developments in the Global Anime Streaming Market
- Hulu expands global reach: Added DAN DA DAN, Dr. Stone, One Piece in Sept 2025, boosting international licensed anime growth.
- RetroCrush strengthens niche content: Acquired exclusive rights to Future Boy Conan in April 2025, enhancing classic anime offerings and competitive positioning.
- HIDIVE broadens distribution: Launched on Amazon Prime Video Channels (UK, Canada, Australia, NZ) and expanded CTV availability in the U.S. in March 2025, increasing market access.
- Netflix reinforces global slate: Announced new co-productions and exclusives at AnimeJapan 2025 (Mar 2025), underlining commitment to international anime expansion.
Global Anime Streaming Faces Hurdles as Only ~62% of Asia-Pacific Has 5G Coverage
Global anime streaming still faces major hurdles, from uneven internet access to mobile infrastructure gaps that limit adoption. Only ~62% of Asia-Pacific has 5G coverage compared to ~11% in Africa, slowing high-quality streaming and delaying content availability in emerging regions. These connectivity challenges restrict subscriber reach and raise operational costs, especially when paired with fragmented localization needs. Yet these obstacles are now pushing platforms to innovate with mobile-optimized streaming, lighter video formats, regional pricing, and faster localization pipelines tailored for underserved markets. As infrastructure steadily improves and mobile-first regions expand, early movers stand to unlock new audiences, capture untapped revenue pools, and secure long-term competitive advantage.
Global Anime Streaming: North America’s Stronghold Meets APAC’s Rapid Ascent
North America remains the powerhouse of the global anime streaming market, commanding over 38% of revenue, driven by the headquarters and licensing operations of major platforms such as Netflix, Crunchyroll (Sony), Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+. Centralized content acquisition, early monetization strategies, and strong subscription uptake reinforce the region’s leadership, making it the core commercial hub for global anime distribution. Within the region, Canada is emerging as a high-growth market, projected to expand at a CAGR of 12.18% from 2025 to 2030.
Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, fueled by the world’s largest viewer base, mobile-first consumption habits, and its central role in anime creation. Japan leads APAC, holding the largest revenue share in 2024, driven by its role as the production origin and earliest distribution hub for leading titles
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Key Company Profile
- Netflix
- Crunchyroll
- Hulu
- AMC Networks
- Amazon
Other Prominent Company Profiles
- Tubi
- Cineverse
- JioHotstar
- Disney+
- U-NEXT
- Ani.ME
- BiliBili
- ABEMA
- Max
- Pluto TV
- Muse Communication
- Anime-Planet
- Anime Digital Network (ADN)
- OceanVeil
- D-anime Store
- YouTube
Market Segmentation & Forecast
Subscription Model
- SVOD (Subscription Video-on-Demand
- AVOD (Ad-Supported Video-on-Demand)
- Hybrid Models (Freemium)
- TVOD (Transactional Video-on-Demand)
Content Format
- Anime TV Series
- Anime Films
- Others
Genre
- Action & Adventure
- Fantasy & Sci-Fi
- Romance & Drama
- Comedy & Slice of Life
- Horror & Thriller
- Sports & Games
- Historical & Cultural
Platform Type
- Dedicated Anime Platforms
- General OTT Platforms
- Free & User-Generated Platforms
Device
- Smartphones & Tablets
- Smart TVs & Streaming Devices
- PC & Laptops
- Gaming Consoles
Demographics
- Millennials
- GenZ Adults
- Gen Xers
- Baby Boomers
Geography
North America
- US
- Canada
APAC
- Japan
- China
- South Korea
- India
- Indonesia
- Thailand
- Philippines
- Vietnam
- Australia
Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Poland
Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- UAE
Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Argentina
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