Demon Slayer clinched one of the most coveted awards at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024, securing the title of Best Animation.
This remarkable achievement saw the Ufotable animation, known for its classical aesthetic animation style, triumph over formidable contenders such as Attack on Titan and Jujutsu Kaisen.
The action-fantasy series, which took the anime world by storm since its first season in April 2019, continued its winning streak with its third sequel, the Swordsmith Village Arc, earning the Best Animation award during the 8th Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024.
This victory marked the third consecutive win for Demon Slayer in this category, a testament to the unwavering dedication of its animators.
Demon Slayer Wins The Best Animation Award at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024
The award presentation, a momentous occasion, was carried out by Joaquim Dos Santos, a renowned Portuguese-American animator and storyboard artist acclaimed for his work on the Marvel movie series Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.
The honor was accepted by Kengo Kawanishi, the voice actor behind Muichiro Tokitou, a pivotal character in the Swordsmith Village Arc. Kawanishi also recognized for roles like Gen in Dr. Stone, represented the series with pride.
This accolade holds profound significance, symbolizing not just a win but a recognition of the consistent excellence demonstrated by Demon Slayer’s animation team.
The intense competition in the Best Animation category, featuring heavyweight nominees like Attack on Titan Final Chapters, Chainsaw Man, Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2, Mob Psycho 100 III (Season 3), and TRIGUN STAMPEDE, accentuates the magnitude of Demon Slayer’s achievement.
Demon Slayer’s narrative revolves around Kamado Tanjiro, whose family fell victim to feral demons, leaving only his sister, Nezuko, alive but transformed into a demon.
Driven by the desperate desire to restore his sister to humanity, Tanjiro becomes a Demon Slayer, wielding a sword to combat demons and seeking a cure for Nezuko.
The Swordsmith Village Arc, the winning installment, unfolds as Tanjiro visits the village to obtain a new sword, encountering new Hashiras and an impending peril threatening the villagers.
In essence, Demon Slayer’s triumphant journey at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2024 echoes its resilience, artistic brilliance, and enduring appeal within the anime community.