News

BBFC refuse classification for Valkyrie Drive: Mermaid

Sexualised depictions of underage characters would mean cuts would have to be made, making a UK release unlikely.

Ian Wolf • 22nd October 2018

Book Review

An Archdemon’s Dilemma: How to Love Your Elf Bride Volume 2 Review

After reading the second volume of Elf Bride, I found myself just as committed to this fluffy romance tale as I was with the first volume. Putting the oddities of Nephy’s rapidly developed personality aside, I had a lot of fun reading about Nephy and Zagan acting as parents while slowly growing closer to one another.

Demelza • 22nd October 2018

Anime Review

One Piece: Collection 19 Review (Episodes 446-468)

The race to save Ace is on, as his captain Whitebeard declares war on the Navy's home turf.

Ian Wolf • 22nd October 2018

Features

Autumn Streaming Preview 2018

Bewildered by the wealth of new titles on offer in the Autumn 2018 Season? The Anime UK News writers are here to share their recommendations!

AUKN Staff • 21st October 2018

Manga Review

Hinamatsuri Volume 1 Review

A great first volume that establishes a fun, unique comedy premise, with unusual but wacky characters. The slice-of-life format makes it very easy to drop into and follow the story.

darkstorm • 20th October 2018

News

30th Anniversary Edition of My Neighbour Totoro to be released

Just 1,000 copies of this deluxe edition of the Studio Canal classic will be released, totalling £104.99.

Ian Wolf • 19th October 2018

News

Funiroll Crumbles: Crunchyroll and Funimation End Partnership After Two Years

Funimation and Crunchyroll are both returning to offering both dubs and subs, but lots of titles are set to be shuffled in the process.

Teapot • 18th October 2018

News

Humble Announces Humble Book Bundle: Tales of Horror

Featuring Ajin: Demi-Human, Parasyte, Devils' Line, Dragon Head, and more.

Teapot • 18th October 2018

Anime Review

Yu-Gi-Oh! The Movie: Pyramid of Light Review

Yu-Gi-Oh! The Movie: Pyramid of Light is bound to appeal to fans of the long-running series. But is there enough here to attract or interest the casual viewer? And does this, the first Yu-Gi-Oh! film, amount to anything more than an extended series episode?

Sarah • 18th October 2018

News

HIDIVE App Now Available on Xbox One

You can now watch anime on your Xbox One from HIDIVE!

NormanicGrav • 17th October 2018

Features

Summer Season 2018 Overview

As the Summer Season 2018 draws to a close, four of the AUKN writers look back at the shows that caught their attention.

AUKN Staff • 16th October 2018

Anime Review

Wolf Children Review

In anticipation of its showing at Scotland Loves Anime in Edinburgh this week, we take a look at Mamoru Hosoda's superb film, Wolf Children.

N.E.C • 15th October 2018

Anime Review

Dragon Ball Z Kai – The Final Chapters: Part 1 Review

After a couple of years break, Dragon Ball Z Kai returns to UK shores to present the final DBZ arc in cut down form: the Buu Arc. That being said if you’re expecting the same sort of release at the other three distinct arcs in the series then you’ll be in for a shock, and not a particularly pleasant one…

Cold Cobra • 15th October 2018

News

Mamoru Hosoda’s MIRAI UK & Ireland Theatrical Location Recap Details

The latest film from director Mamoru Hosoda is coming very soon! We recap everything you need to know in preparation for its theatrical release!

NormanicGrav • 15th October 2018

News

Crunchyroll & Funimation Autumn 2018 Anime Season Round-up Part 4!

A couple more titles including an update on Index III have appeared on Crunchyroll & Funimation's service.

NormanicGrav • 13th October 2018

Features

Interview: Mamoru Hosoda on Mirai, Family and Studio Chizu

Ahead of the release of Mirai next month, we talk to anime director Mamoru Hosoda about the film, his experiences as a new father, and the formation of Studio Chizu!

Josh A. Stevens • 13th October 2018