Event Brief
Crunchyroll Raises Prices After Ending Free Tier
Filed: Feb 03, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Summary: Sony's Crunchyroll increases streaming prices shortly after eliminating its free service.
WHO: Crunchyroll
WHAT: Raised subscription prices
WHEN: Feb 02, 2026 at 5:31 PM ET
WHERE: Online
WHY: To adjust pricing after acquisition by Sony
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