Disney, Netflix & Crunchyroll’s Anime Streaming Battle Has a Clear Winner This March

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Competition for the best anime streaming rights is fierce every season, with different platforms constantly trying to attract viewers with popular titles. But this March, one platform is clearly ahead of the game. They’ve secured an impressive lineup of new shows that sets them apart from the competition.

This is a major step forward for the platform, which until now had limited content available until early 2026. Previously, in January, it only added three titles for viewers in the United States. Popular shows like Jujutsu Kaisen and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End were only available in certain countries.

Crunchyroll had a strong winter season by securing popular shows that weren’t available anywhere else. But in March, Netflix is planning a big comeback with a much stronger selection of original and exclusive series than any other streaming service.

Netflix Emerges as the Clear Winner in the March Anime Streaming Wars

Next month, Netflix will release the martial arts series Wind Breaker on March 2nd. Created by CloverWorks, the show centers on Haruka Sakura, a high school student who wants to become the best fighter at his school—only to end up joining a group that protects their town. While not a Netflix exclusive, Wind Breaker should be a welcome addition for existing subscribers.

The last part of Beastars Season 3 will be available on March 7, finishing the story of Legoshi. The anime first premiered on this platform in March 2020, shortly after it began airing in Japan.

Many anime fans are most excited about . This adaptation of the seventh story arc from the manga, created by David Production, has been highly anticipated for years. It brings the world of JoJo to a challenging horse race across the United States in the 1800s.

One Piece Season 2 Release Cements Netflix’s March Win

Although not strictly an anime, a new series launches on March 10th. This show is a key part of the platform’s plan to attract anime fans and is predicted to be even more popular than the first season.

Crunchyroll usually stays on top by quickly releasing new episodes of shows as they air in Japan. But they aren’t getting many new licenses this March. Most of the big spring anime won’t start streaming on Crunchyroll until April, which has created an opportunity for Netflix to step in and offer those shows instead.

Prime Video has announced it wants to be the top choice for anime viewers, but their biggest upcoming shows aren’t expected until after March. Disney+ hasn’t announced any new anime releases for this month either, remaining silent on their plans.

I’m seriously excited about this win for Netflix! It feels like exactly what they need right now. Their anime numbers have been a little shaky lately – the reports from late 2025 showed a dip – so this is a huge opportunity for them to turn things around. They’re clearly aiming to solidify their place as the go-to streaming service for anime fans, and this upcoming lineup looks like a fantastic step in the right direction. I think it’ll really prove they’re committed to anime for the long haul.

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2026-02-23 03:12