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Crunchyroll has announced that they have partnered with Idris and Sabrina Elba to produce an original sci-fi anime series.

The partnership will have Green Door Pictures (Idris Elba studio) and Pink Towel Pictures (Sabrina Elba studio) develop an anime series for Crunchyroll. Under the working title of “Dantai”, it will be an Afro-futuristic series.

It will be set in a world in which the rise of biotechnology creates a gap between social-economic class lines. The story will follow two characters from either side of this divide as they are first pitted against each other before having to join forces. More information will become available in the future.

In a press release that was made available, Head of Development at Crunchyroll Sarah Victor, has stated,

“We’re thrilled to be collaborating with Idris and Sabrina to develop this anime-inspired sci-fi epic. It is a privilege to work with such talented, creative partners and we look forward to bringing this exciting project to life.”

Sarah Victor
Head of Development at Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the largest anime streaming service, having been credited for introducing the medium to a greater audience. It’s also very active in the fandom community with its support for anime conventions (major and local).

Idris Elba is an acclaimed performer best known for his role as Stringer Bell in The Wire. Sabrina Elba is a model and producer who is also known for her humanitarian work.

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