New York Comic Con 2022 is returning with some anime bangers as Cruchyroll releases info on their schedule plans for the con, including Chainsaw Man, Bleach, One Piece and more.
Crunchyroll returns to New York Comic Con with an incredible slate of experiences for both anime fans and the anime curious, immersing them into a dynamic world where everyone belongs,” said Gita Rebbapragada,
Chief Marketing Officer, Crunchyroll.
NYCC attendants will also have first to see the US premiere of Chainsaw Man which is this year’s most anticipated series set to release this Fall. Chainsaw Man follows the journey of Denji as he becomes what is called the “Chainsaw Man” – a man with the devil’s heart. The screener will offer the English Dub of the series before the Sub premieres on Crunchyroll first. There will also be a Q&A with the English Dub Cast.
Crunchyroll’s additional plans for NYCC will also host a list of panels that include My Hero Academia, with the English voice of Deku, Justin Briner as a guest, One Piece Film Red Cast, the next theatrical adventure from the long-running series, coming to North American cinemas on November 4.
A US Premiere Panels with some of your favorite anime Series, and yes, there will be floor activations. On the show floor, attendees can enjoy two unique Crunchyroll booths. The first booth (#1557), themed “Movies in the City,” will exhibit a Tokyo skyline, as well as a photo opp designed to be a replica of the Forger family’s apartment from the breakout new anime series SPY x FAMILY.
The second booth (#1545) will host two photo ops for One Piece and Chainsaw Man where main characters Denji, Makima, Aki, Power, and Pochita will be gathered next to a unique chainsaw sculpture art installation. Epic My Hero Academia character monuments depicting fan favorite moments will also be displayed throughout the weekend in various locations.
Here are the details for Crunchyroll’s full New York Comic Con 2022 lineup of panels below:
CRUNCHYROLL INDUSTRY PANEL
Friday, October 7 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am ET
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center – Room 405
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CHAINSAW MAN DUB CAST PANEL AND US PREMIERE
Friday, October 7 | 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm ET
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center – Empire Stage
Calling all Devil Hunters! Join Crunchyroll for a Chainsaw Man panel with the English dub cast that will have you totally revved up and ready for the upcoming hit anime! Featuring a conversation with the voice actors for Denji, Makima, Aki, and Power, as well as the exclusive US PREMIERE of the first episode dubbed!
- Panelists: TBA
- Moderator: Mike McFarlan
ONE PIECE FILM RED PREMIERE CAST & CREW PANEL
Saturday, October 8 | 10:45 am – 11:45 am ET
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center – Empire Stage
ONE PIECE FILM RED IS ALMOST HERE. Join members of the English and Japanese Crew as well as some of your favorite voice actors from the English Dub right before the film hits North American theaters on November 4.
- Panelists: Shinji Shimizu (Executive Producer), Goro Taniguchi (Director), Colleen Clinkenbeard (English voice of Luffy), Christopher R. Sabat (English voice of Zoro), Luci Christian (English voice of Nami), Sonny Strait (English voice of Usopp), and Ian Sinclair (English voice of Brook).
- Moderator: Kyle Cardine
MY HERO ACADEMIA PANEL
Saturday, October 8 | 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm ET
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center – Empire Stage
Join My Hero Academia cast members to discuss the highly anticipated new season. Featuring Justin Briner, the English voice of Deku and more. Hosted by Lauren Moore, presented by Crunchyroll.
- Panelists: Justin Briner (Deku) and more TBA
- Moderator: Lauren Moore
More updates to arrive on what Crunchyroll has in store for everyone next month. Stay tuned.