Anime leaks are common, and we hear about them all the time. But this one is bigger because the leaks consist of not just scenes or a few episodes but the entire series. The leaks have affected major streaming platforms like Netflix and Crunchyroll.
Let’s dig deep into more information about one of the major anime leaks in history. It was recently confirmed that some upcoming anime episodes were leaked and available on piracy sites like 4chan and BitTorrent.
How did it Happen?
Netflix has commented on the leaks and that they will be taking actions sooner. Since the leaks have caused a negative impact on many anime and movies which were scheduled to be released this year and further, they are taking actions quickly.
Crunchyroll is also investigating the source of leaks and have announced to take actions sooner. They are also trying hard to take down the leaks.
It also caused distress for animators as their efforts were shattered with the leaks. They worked so hard, but their works are leaked prior to the release date, causing the worries as fans can watch it free of cost and their efforts are not valued.
Which Anime Were the Victims of Leaks?
Terminator Zero
Netflix’s Terminator Zero was due for release on the 29th of August. But all the episodes of the show got leaked. Netflix describes the anime as-
A warrior from a post-apocalyptic future travels to 1997 to protect an AI scientist being hunted by an unfeeling and indestructible cyborg
Ranma ½
Rumiko Takahashi’s Ranma ½, by MAPPA, was one of the most anticipated anime. Episodes 1, 3, and 4 got leaked recently. Later, all 12 episodes were leaked.
Dan Da Dan
Episodes 3-6 of Dan Da Dan have been leaked. The theatrical screening of the starting three episodes is scheduled for the 31st of August in Asia, the 7th of September in Europe, and the 13th of September in North America. The screening will also expand to over 50 countries and regions. The series will premiere in October and will be streamed on Netflix and Crunchyroll.
Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain
The first movie of the trilogy, Mononoke the Movie: Phantom in the Rain, was also leaked on the piracy websites.
Re: Zero- Starting Life in Another World
The first episode of the third season of Re: Zero- Starting Life in Another World was leaked.
The leaked versions of the anime are said to have low resolution and have watermarks and time stamps. The leaks have created havoc in the anime community. But regardless, the true fans will respect and wait for the show’s original streaming.
Arcane Season 2
The entire episodes of the awaited season of one of the best game adaptation, Arcane Season 2 was also leaked. The leaked episodes of Arcane Season 2 also had watermarks on them.
The first season was a hit and had received great recognition as the best adaptation too. The leaks distressed the fans and the animators on a huge level.
Plankton: The Movie
One of the most anticipated animated SpongeBob movies, Plankton: The Movie was also leaked. The entire movie was leaked as part of the massive leaks, causing more trouble for Netflix as the movie was scheduled to release in 2025.
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