Netflix has obtained the exclusive streaming rights to upcoming anime Kuromukuro.

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The streaming service will offer a high-definition stream of the new show from P.A. Works in Japan, starting with the first episode on April 11, four days after its TV premiere, according to an announcement on the series' official website today New episodes will premiere on Netflix each Monday. The announcement only gives specifics for streaming in Japan, with announcements for other regions to come at a later date.P.A. Works, known for Angel Beats and Another, are developing Kuromukuro as part of their 15th anniversary project. Another series of theirs, Shirobako, is IGN's current Anime Club Watch Party selection This is Netflix's first simulcast anime series. While the company has streamed original anime series in the past, and has announced their own original anime series developed by Production I.G , this is the first time an anime will air so close to its televised broadcast on Netflix.Are you excited at the prospect of current anime simulcasting on Netflix? Let us know in the comments!

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