Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Content

Yango Play has forged a significant content partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) and Crunchyroll, bringing the most extensive anime library to audiences in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). This collaboration represents a pivotal move in enhancing access to high-quality global entertainment in the region.

Ad-Free Streaming of Top Anime Titles

As part of this agreement, Yango Play subscribers can now stream acclaimed anime series such as Tower of God and Welcome to Demon School, Iruma kun!—all available with fresh Arabic subtitles and audio options in Japanese or English. Additionally, a new Crunchyroll channel has been introduced on Yango Play, allowing fans to watch blockbuster series like Solo Leveling, Fire Force, Shangri-La Frontier, and The Rising of the Shield Hero directly on their TVs via the Yango Play app.

Expanding Anime Selection

This launch is merely the beginning of a broader initiative. Yango Play plans to enhance its anime offerings throughout the year, featuring more iconic series from Crunchyroll’s extensive catalogue. Upcoming fan-favorites include Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation, solidifying the platform’s status as a premier destination for anime enthusiasts in the region.

Leadership Insights

Khalid El Sergany, Head of Acquisition at Yango Play, remarked: “Our partnership with Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures is a significant milestone in our mission to broaden access to world-class entertainment in the MENA region. This initiative is not just about adding anime; it’s about acknowledging the cultural demand for it and delivering content to fans in Arabic, on TV, and on-demand.”

Quality Content for Diverse Audiences

Ziad Yaghi, SVP of Distribution & Networks for MENA and Turkey at Sony Pictures Television, added: “We are thrilled to collaborate with Yango on this exciting deal. By combining the vast array of anime available on Crunchyroll with the strength of SPE’s film library, we are set to deliver a wealth of quality content to Yango Play’s audiences across the region.”

Blockbuster Films and More

Beyond anime, this partnership enriches Yango Play’s offerings with a selection of blockbuster films from Sony Pictures’ extensive library. Viewers can now stream acclaimed titles such as The Equalizer, The Equalizer 2, Venom, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Blade Runner 2049, and many more.

Accessible Streaming Across Devices

Yango Play is currently available throughout the Middle East and Egypt, supporting streaming on all devices. To celebrate this launch, the platform is offering a one-month free subscription for a limited time, allowing new users to explore its diverse and exclusive library, tailored to meet the varied tastes of viewers in the region.