Anime Adaptation of The Beginning After The End Announced

The anime adaptation of the popular American web novel and webcomic 'The Beginning After the End' was officially announced at New York Comic Con 2024, with a 2025 release planned. The series, produced by Crunchyroll and animated by Studio A-Cat, will consist of two seasons totaling 24 episodes, though details about the second season remain unconfirmed. The story follows King Grey, a powerful ruler who is reincarnated as a baby named Arthur Leywin in a magical world, and is designed to appeal to a broad audience with its themes of adventure and self-discovery. The adaptation marks a significant moment as the first anime based on an American webcomic, with creator TurtleMe actively involved as story supervisor and executive producer. A trailer showcasing the anime's characters and premise has been released on Crunchyroll's YouTube channel. The series has garnered a massive following, with over 62 million views and substantial revenue from its webcomic format, highlighting its success in the creator-driven economy.