Demon Slayer Takes Home Top Prize at Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024

Demon Slayer was the winner of the highly anticipated Best Animation award at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024. The popular action-fantasy series produced by studio Ufotable emerged victorious over tough contenders such as Attack on Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen.

The anime phenomenon first premiered in April 2019 with its initial season, and its latest installment, the Swordsmith Village Arc, took home the prestigious Best Animation award at the 8th Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024.

Demon Slayer beats Jujutsu Kaisen to win the Best Animation Award during the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024

The anime series maintained the traditional animation style of the studio, delighting fans and securing its third consecutive win of the prestigious award.

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The Best Animation Award at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 was won by Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc. Joaquim Dos Santos, a well-known Portuguese-American animator and storyboard artist, presented the award. He is famous for his work on the popular Marvel movie series Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

Voice actor Kengo Kawanishi, known for voicing Muichiro Tokitou in the series, was honored with the award. Muichiro played a key role in the Swordsmith Village arc and Kawanishi is also recognized for his work as Gen in Dr. Stone and other characters.

This award marks the third consecutive win for the series as the Best Animation Series. It reflects the dedication and effort put in by the animators to make the series a success.

Best Animation Nominations

The nominations for Best Animation were filled with fan favorites, but Demon Slayer ultimately took home the award after a tough competition. Other nominees included:

Attack on Titan Final Chapters by Studio MAPPA

Chainsaw Man by Studio MAPPA

Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 by Studio MAPPA

Mob Psycho 100 III (Season 3) by Studio BONES

TRIGUN STAMPEDE by Studio Orange

What is Demon Slayer about?

Kamado Tanjiro as seen in the anime (Image via Ufotable) - What is Demon Slayer about?

Kamado Tanjiro as seen in the anime (Image via Ufotable)

The anime series follows the story of Kamado Tanjiro, a young boy whose family was brutally murdered by demons, leaving only his sister Nezuko alive. Unfortunately, Nezuko was also turned into a demon, leaving Tanjiro with no family left.

Determined to find a way to turn his sister back into a human, Tanjiro joins the Demon Slayer Corps, a group of people who use swords to fight and defeat demons. Along his journey, Tanjiro faces many challenges and encounters the powerful demon responsible for his family's tragedy.

The Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village Arc is about Tanjiro visiting the Swordsmith Village to get a new sword. He meets new Hashiras and learns about a looming danger that threatens the villagers. Can Tanjiro obtain a new sword in time to protect the people of the Swordsmith Village?

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Editor's P/S:

The article captures the excitement and recognition surrounding the award-winning anime series "Demon Slayer." The series has consistently impressed audiences with its captivating storyline, stunning animation, and memorable characters. Its third consecutive win at the prestigious Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the animators and voice actors involved.

The article also highlights the diverse range of nominations in the Best Animation category, reflecting the high caliber of anime production in recent years. While "Demon Slayer" ultimately emerged victorious, the other contenders, including "Attack on Titan" and "Chainsaw Man," have also garnered immense popularity and critical acclaim. The success of these anime series showcases the growing global appeal of Japanese animation and its ability to captivate audiences worldwide.