Is Ishowspeed Really Getting His Own Anime? the Truth Behind the Variety Exclusive
Q1: Is the IShowSpeed anime series officially confirmed?
Yes. The development deal was confirmed on April 8, 2026, by major trade publications including Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, and IGN, citing sources at Brian Robbins’ Big Shot Pictures.
Q2: What is Matt Owens’ role in the project?
Matt Owens, who led the creative team on Netflix’s critically acclaimed live-action One Piece adaptation, is officially attached as the head writer and developer of the series.
Q3: Which platform will stream the IShowSpeed animated series?
No streaming service or broadcast network is attached at this time. Big Shot Pictures is packaging the concept with Owens and Watkins before shopping the project to major platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, or anime-focused outlets like Crunchyroll.
Q4: Will Darren Watkins Jr. voice himself in the show?
While formal voice-cast contracts have not been finalized, the project is conceived specifically around Watkins’ persona, and he is expected to provide the voice for the central character.
