Fans of the hit volleyball anime Haikyu!! can now enjoy the first two seasons, Haikyu!! and Haikyu!! 2nd Season, with English dubs on Crunchyroll. The streaming giant announced that these beloved seasons are available to stream immediately, offering a new way for viewers to follow Shoyo Hinata’s journey to the top of the volleyball world.
Dive into Karasuno’s Journey with English Voice Acting
The addition of English dubs for the initial two seasons marks a significant expansion for Haikyu!! on Crunchyroll. Previously, while many other seasons and related content were available in Japanese with subtitles, the English dub for the early seasons had been difficult to access, leaving many fans eager for its inclusion on the platform.
This move allows both new and returning viewers to experience the Karasuno High School Volleyball Club’s formation and initial challenges with a full English voice cast. The story, based on Haruichi Furudate’s popular Weekly Shonen Jump manga, follows the passionate Shoyo Hinata as he strives to become a top volleyball player despite his small stature, alongside his rival-turned-teammate Tobio Kageyama.
The Road to the Top: Season 1 Highlights
Haikyu!! Season 1 introduces audiences to Shoyo Hinata, a middle schooler inspired by the “Small Giant” to pursue volleyball. After a crushing defeat in his final middle school tournament against Tobio Kageyama, the “King of the Court,” Hinata vows to surpass him. To his surprise, when he joins the Karasuno High School volleyball team, he finds Kageyama is also there. The season focuses on the team’s formation, their initial struggles, and their renewed determination to reclaim Karasuno’s former glory. It covers the Karasuno High Team Formation Arc and the Interhigh Arc.
Elevating the Game: Season 2 Developments
Haikyu!! 2nd Season continues the narrative as the Karasuno team, having faced setbacks, seeks to strengthen their abilities. This season sees them embark on a training camp in Tokyo, facing new rivals and developing more complex strategies. It delves deeper into character development, showcasing the growth of individual players and the team’s cohesion. Key arcs include the Tokyo Expedition and the Spring High Preliminary.
Crunchyroll’s Growing Haikyu!! Library
While the English dubs for Seasons 1 and 2 are a fresh addition, Crunchyroll already boasts a comprehensive collection of Haikyu!! content. Viewers can find Haikyu!! 3rd Season, Haikyu!! TO THE TOP, and various movies and OADs (Original Animation DVDs) in Japanese with English subtitles. This includes the theatrical film Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle, further solidifying Crunchyroll as the go-to platform for Haikyu!! enthusiasts.
The platform’s continued efforts to expand its dubbed anime catalog reflect a growing demand from international audiences who prefer to watch anime in their native language. This latest update ensures that the foundational seasons of Haikyu!!, crucial for understanding the characters and the overarching narrative, are now more accessible than ever.
