TCLtv+ & VIZ Media Align for Anime Content Partnership

TCLtv+ and VIZ Media have partnered to release a new TCL Anime category and four dedicated anime channels in December.

The content rollout includes four single-IP channels for Naruto, Hunter x Hunter, Inuyasha and Sailor Moon, as well as a dedicated TCL Anime channel populated by some of the most popular properties from the VIZ Media library.

“By integrating VIZ Media’s unparalleled library of iconic anime and manga-inspired content, we are expanding our catalog and opening a gateway for TCL audiences to experience the rich storytelling and artistry of Japanese pop culture,” said Catherine Zhang, VP of content service and partnership at TCL.

The Naruto Channel on TCL features 11 movies, including Naruto Shippuden, from the popular franchise. The Hunter x Hunter Channel will host the series. The Inuyasha Channel will include both Inuyasha and Inuyasha: The Final Act, as well as four movie titles. The Sailor Moon Channel will include both Sailor Moon and Sailor Moon Crystal, as well as three movies.

TCL Anime, a new content category for the platform, includes a variety of series and movies, including Death Note, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure and Captain Tsubasa.

In addition, TCL will program four Bleach titles from the franchise: Fade to Black, Hellverse, Memories of Nobody and The DiamondDust Rebellion.

“At VIZ, our mission has always been to share the worlds and characters that inspire millions of fans,” said JP Villanueva, senior director of sales and distribution at VIZ Media. “Anime isn’t just entertainment; it’s a global phenomenon, and our partnership with TCLtv+ celebrates that power. Together, we’re bringing timeless classics like Naruto to audiences everywhere, making it easier than ever for viewers to experience the stories and artistry that define the genre.”