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The 10th Annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards have concluded live in Tokyo, Japan, delivering a night of historic triumphs and some of the most competitive votes in the ceremony's history. From the Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa, the world watched as 2026's defining masterpieces were officially crowned.
Watch the 2026 Ceremony
Relive the magic of the 10th Annual Anime Awards live from Tokyo.
Anime of the Year
Winner: My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON
In a powerful conclusion to one of the most influential series of the decade, Deku's final stand resonated with fans and judges alike to take home the night's biggest prize.
The Major Winners
Film of the Year: Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle. Ufotable's cinematic spectacle continues to break records, securing its place as the definitive anime film event of 2026.
Best Animation: Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-. A-1 Pictures pushed the technical boundaries of the medium, delivering a masterclass in kinetic action and visual fidelity.
Best Main Character: Maomao (The Apothecary Diaries Season 2). The poison-testing protagonist won the hearts of the global audience with her unmatched wit and charm.
Full Category Breakdown
- Best New Series Gachiakuta
- Best Continuing Series ONE PIECE
- Best Original Anime Lazarus
- Best Comedy Anime DAN DA DAN Season 2
- Best Romance Anime The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity
- Best Action Anime Solo Leveling Season 2 -Arise from the Shadow-
- Best Isekai Anime Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Season 3
- Best Director Akinori Fudesaka, Norihiro Naganuma (The Apothecary Diaries Season 2)
- Best Score Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle (Yuki Kajiura, Go Shiina)
- Best Song "IRIS OUT" by Kenshi Yonezu (Chainsaw Man - Movie: Reze Arc)
- Best Drama Anime The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
- Best Slice of Life SPY x FAMILY Season 3
- Best Character Design Gachiakuta
- Best Background Art Gachiakuta
- Best Supporting Character Katsuki Bakugo (My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON)
- "Must Protect" At All Costs Anya Forger (SPY x FAMILY Season 3)
- Best Opening Sequence "On The Way" by AiNA THE END (DAN DA DAN Season 2)
- Best Ending Sequence "I" by BUMP OF CHICKEN (My Hero Academia FINAL SEASON)
- Best Voice Performance (JP) Aoi Yuki (Maomao)
- Best Voice Performance (EN) Lucien Dodge (Akaza)
- Best Voice Performance (Latin SP) Jose Antonio Toledano (Akaza)
Dreaming Anime celebrates this historic night for the industry. The 2026 winners reflect a shift toward bold, creator-driven stories that push the boundaries of the medium while honoring the legacy of long-running titans.
For the complete official list and ceremony highlights, visit the Official Crunchyroll Winners Portal.