Full Steam Ahead: Crunchyroll and Gonzo Rolls On Strong
Online Anime Leader Expands Catalog with Four Quality Titles from Gonzo
San Francisco, California (January 7, 2009) – GDH K.K. (Gonzo) continues its commitment to online distribution in the US market, announcing the addition of several all-time favorite classic Gonzo titles available via streaming on <www.crunchyroll.com> today (January 7, 2009). In addition to free streaming on Crunchyroll, fans will have the option of downloading-to-own and a subscription video-on-demand service. More information can be found at the company's website at www.crunchyroll.com.
The titles that are launching on Crunchyroll, available to North American users, include CHRNO CRUSADE, KALEIDO STAR, LAST EXILE, and PEACEMAKER KUROGANE.
“We are having great success with GDH in creating a online channel for Gonzo's work and we're delighted to be able to bring some great classics to Crunchyroll,” states Kun Gao, CEO of Crunchyroll. “We are continuing the growth of the largest, legitimate online catalog so fans have as many title options and with as many anime genres for them to enjoy.”
“We are honored to be able to distribute more GONZO titles through Crunchyroll and to its many users all over the world. GDH plans to continue to strengthen its partnership with Crunchyroll, and to meet the demands of anime fans of the world”, said Tetsuo Karasawa, CEO of GDH.
Title Synopses:
CHRNO CRUSADE
In the 1920's, a gun-toting nun named Sister Rosette Christopher and a boy
demon named Chrono are New York's first line of defense against the spirits
and devils that haunt the city's streets. As part of an elite convent
designed to battle demons, they stalk the streets on their dark mission –
kill the demons, one ugly beast at a time!
© 2003 Gospel
KALEIDO STAR
High flying circus action on the Kaleido Stage - a thrilling show combining
circus and magic acts. Watch Sora, a young girl, follow her extraordinary
dream to become the top circus performer - the KALEIDO STAR. Created and
directed by Junichi Satō, creator of SAILOR MOON and DOREMI.
© Junichi Satō•HAL•GDH/Kaleido Stage
LAST EXILE
In this richly romantic/action adventure fantasy, a young duo unravel an
aerial epic. Their adventures lead them into magnificent battles as they
struggle to unlock the mysteries that grip their planet in eternal conflict.
Behold this stunning display of GONZO's boldest 2D/3D series to date!
Directed by Koichi Chigira (Blue Submarine No. 6, Full Metal Panic!) and
character design by Rrange Murata (Blue Submarine No. 6, Sega Saturn
Wachenroeder)
© 2003 GONZO/Victor Entertainment•GDH
PEACEMAKER KUROGANE
A young boy named Tetsu joins an exclusive samurai force to learn the skills
he needs to avenge his father's death. With fierce enthusiasm, he trains his
sword skills and grows-up fast in a dark world of conspiracy and death.
Along the way, he meets friends and rivals, but nothing deflects his
vengeful focus! Tetsu will stop at nothing until his father's murderer is
found and killed by his own hand!
© 2003 Nanae Chrono•Mag Garden/Shinsengumi-Tonsyo
About GDH K.K. GDH is a globally-focused Japanese media company founded in February 2000. The group produces cutting edge entertainment for teens and young adults through its GONZO animation brand. Kids and family product is distributed through the GONZO FILMS and GONZINO brands.
GDH is a world leader in content development targeting both domestic and international audiences with Japan's trend-setting animation culture and, usually, GDH controls licensing management and international distribution for the content it produces. For additional information, visit <www.gdh.co.jp/english> (for GDH) and <www.gonzo.co.jp> (for GONZO - Japanese only).
GDH group companies include GONZO Rosso K.K., GONZO K.K., Future Vision Music K.K., GONZINO K.K., and GK Entertainment K.K.
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