Crunchyroll, the popular streaming service, has officially confirmed that the 2023 Hollywood Critics Awards will be considering anime for its nominations, according to reports. The announcement came alongside the unveiling of the nominees for the Best Streaming Animated Series or TV Movie category. While several American-made shows received nominations, all eyes were on the anime selections.

Crunchyroll has put forth “Attack on Titan” and “My Hero Academia” as contenders for this year’s nomination. These two beloved anime titles are now competing against other notable shows such as Animaniacs, Harley Quinn, Central Park, and Star Trek: Lower Decks. The final decision lies in the hands of the judges from the Hollywood Critics Association, who will carefully deliberate to determine the winner. Naturally, anime fans are eagerly hoping that one of Crunchyroll’s picks will emerge victorious, but the announcement of the winner is still a little ways off.

For those unfamiliar with these anime series, despite their recognition from the Hollywood Critics Awards, they are readily available for binge-watching. Attack on Titan is nearing its anime finale, and viewers can catch up on all the action-packed episodes starting from season one on Crunchyroll. Similarly, “My Hero Academia” has already aired six seasons, with the upcoming premiere of its seventh season just around the corner.

This development once again demonstrates how anime is breaking barriers and gaining wider recognition. The medium has experienced tremendous growth over the past decades, and its global popularity continues to soar. Major entertainment brands, from Netflix to Disney, have recognized the appeal of anime and are investing in its content. Now, with two popular anime titles vying for recognition at The Hollywood Critics Awards, it is evident that even Hollywood is starting to take notice of the influence and quality of anime productions.