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Answerman - Why is the Macross franchise streaming in the UK/Australia/Canada but not in the U.S. yet?
📣 Why Is the Macross Franchise Not Streaming in the U.S. Yet?
Fans of Macross in the U.S. have been left wondering why the beloved sci-fi anime franchise is available on Disney+ in regions like the UK, Canada, and Australia but not in the United States. While sequels like Macross Frontier, Macross Delta, and others are streaming in these territories, the original Macross TV series and "Do You Remember Love?" movie are notably absent outside Japan. Many believe the issue stems from complex rights agreements and legal disputes, primarily involving Harmony Gold, which previously adapted Macross into ROBOTECH.
🛠️ The 2021 agreement between Harmony Gold, Big West, and other rights holders allowed for international distribution, yet fans in the U.S. still don't have access to Macross on Disney+. Legal conflicts and potential ties with planned ROBOTECH live-action projects might be key reasons for the hold-up. While Big West has assured that fan demands are heard, they hinted that only "most of the Macross library" may become available globally, leaving the U.S. rollout unclear.
🎬 In the meantime, fans in the U.S. can enjoy ROBOTECH on Crunchyroll, but the roadblocks keeping Macross from streaming are causing frustration for many. With hope for an "ongoing rollout," fingers are crossed for more Macross content in the future! 👀
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