Funimation Acquires the Rights to ROBOTECH: THE SERIES and the Films

Funimation has acquired the rights to Robotech. That’s right, after current deals expire with third parties, the rights to Robotech: The Series, Robotech: The Shadow Chronicles, and Robotech 2: The Sentinels will belong to Funimation. This includes all the rights (VOD, EST, home entertainment, and merchandising) worldwide. That’s a big score for the sub and dub giant, and I’m pretty sure that means that we’ll be able to see the series and its subsequent films in the not too distant future on the anime streaming platform.

Talking about the deal, Jonathan Ford of Kew Media Distribution said:

“Funimation is the ‘go-to’ destination for sub and dub and we are very pleased to have licensed Robotech to this global anime powerhouse where it will join the very best series in the genre. We know this highly-regarded and incredibly popular cult animation series will excite and delight Robotech fans around the globe.”

Meanwhile, Colin Decker of Funimation commented:

“Robotech is a beloved and foundational series for fans around the world. We are so proud and excited to connect this iconic series with millions more fans through Funimation.”