Critically Acclaimed Anime Studio Science SARU Bought Out

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Summary Toho Animation acquires Science SARU, aiming to boost production output and animation revenue growth.

Acclaimed studio Science SARU's acquisition by Toho presents exciting opportunities for both companies.

The move is expected to add a greater variety of stories to Toho's portfolio, thanks to Science SARU's international influence.

Fresh off a stellar 2023, along with numerous international hits since their 2013 founding, acclaimed studio Science SARU has been bought out by Toho Animation, as Toho officials confirmed today. With Toho acquiring all shares, the June 19, 2024 acquisition will make Science SARU a Toho subsidiary.

As confirmed by gamebiz.jp, this is a move by Toho to improve Science SARU's production output while boosting Toho's animation revenue growth.

With Science SARU attaining critical acclaim for hits like Devilman Crybaby and Scott Pilgrim Takes Off and upcoming anticipated showstoppers like Dandadan, the timing presents an exciting opportunity for Toho Animation.

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Toho Animation's acquisition is a major push as they continue to boost their portfolio, as while they've had a stellar few years as producers of hits like Spy x Family and Jujutsu Kaisen, this is a potential permanent boost to their output. The exciting prospects of Science SARU's acquisition are not lost on most people, as even their earlier collaboration, such as on Adventure Time, suggests flexibility and global appeal. Science SARU's work promotes and results from international influence, so having this in Toho's portfolio will result in a greater variety of stories.

Source: gamebiz.jp