Netflix Animation in Vancouver; Sony Launches Crunchyroll Storyworks

“Variety reports Netflix Animation Studios opened a 110,600-square-foot office in Vancouver. Deadline says Sony launched Crunchyroll Storyworks, led by Tohru Iokibe.” — Chip Darnell, on air

On air: Chip Darnell and Dr. Nina Byte on The Closing Bell
Published 4:01 PM ET, Wednesday, October 7, 2026

At a glance

First reported by Variety: “Vancouver Builds in Sophistication, Breadth as World-Class Animation Hub, as Netflix Animation Studios Launch and Leah Nelson Dazzles With ‘”, with reporting from Deadline.
Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 4:01 PM ET on The Closing Bell, by Chip Darnell and Dr. Nina Byte.
Topics: Japanese.
BBN covered this story before: Goodman's Japan Data Centre Draws Fire After Sydney Setback (October 7).

The real story

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VarietyVancouver Builds in Sophistication, Breadth as World-Class Animation Hub, as Netflix Animation Studios Launch and Leah Nelson Dazzles With ‘
DeadlineSony Pictures Entertainment Launches Crunchyroll Storyworks, Aiming To Boost Japanese Anime’s Reach

What BBN said about it

Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorVariety reports Netflix Animation Studios opened a 110,600-square-foot office in Vancouver. Deadline says Sony launched Crunchyroll Storyworks, led by Tohru Iokibe.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorI love every animated movie ever made!
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentChip, you have seen none of them. Deadline says Storyworks aims to deepen ties with the Japanese anime community.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentTranslation: a new division to hold meetings about drawings.