The world of anime continues to expand its reach with the announcement of English dubs for several highly anticipated series. This includes the second season of “Bye Bye, Earth,” the “Emerald Witch Arc” of “Black Butler,” and more. Here’s a breakdown of the exciting news for anime fans eager to enjoy their favorite shows in English.
‘Bye Bye, Earth’ Season 2 English Dub
The second season of “Bye Bye, Earth” premiered in Japan on April 4, 2025, and the English dub is now streaming on Crunchyroll as of April 18, 2025. The series, based on the novel by Tow Ubukata, is directed by Yasuto Nishikata at Liden Films, with Hiroyuki Yoshino handling series composition, Yuki Hino designing characters, and Kevin Penkin composing the music.
English Dub Cast & Crew
The English dub cast for “Bye Bye, Earth” Season 2 includes:
- Belle: Megan Shipman
- Benedictine: Elise Baughman
- Bennett: Sean Letourneau
- Gwyn: Ethan Condon
- Mist: Katie Wetch
- Kitty: Kyle Igneczi
The English dub crew features:
- Voice Director: Lee George
- Producer: Zach Bolton
- Adaptation: Domonique French
- Mixer: Rickey Watkins
- Engineer: Sawyer Pfledderer
About ‘Bye Bye, Earth’
“Bye Bye, Earth” follows Belle Lablac, a human in a world populated by anthropomorphic animals. Lonely and searching for her origins, Belle embarks on a journey to discover the truth about herself.
‘Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc’ English Dub
The English dub of the “Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc” is now available on Crunchyroll as of April 19, 2025. This arc sees Ciel and Sebastian investigating mysterious deaths in Germany’s Werewolves’ Forest at the request of the Queen. As they delve into the forest’s deadly curse, they find themselves becoming victims as well.
English Dub Cast & Crew
The English dub cast for “Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc” includes:
- Ciel: Brina Palencia
- Sebastian: J. Michael Tatum
- Sieglinde Sullivan: Sarah Wiedenheft
- Wolfram: Conner Allison
- Hilde: Alex Moore
- Finnian: Ernesto Jason Liebrecht
- Mey-Rin: Monica Rial
- Baldroy: Ian Sinclair
- Snake: Spike Spencer
- Tanaka: R Bruce Elliott
- Victoria: Julie Mayfield
- Chlaus: Christopher R. Sabat
- Diederich: Anthony Bowling
- Crone: Kirsty Johnson
- Reinald: Tyson Rinehart
- Briegal: Ben Stegmair
The English dub crew includes:
- Voice Director: Caitlin Glass
- Producer: Samantha Herek
- Adaptation: James Cheek
- Mixer: Neal Malley
- Engineer: Victor Acosta
About ‘Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc’
The “Emerald Witch Arc” is a thrilling installment in the “Black Butler” series, filled with mystery, suspense, and supernatural elements. Ciel and Sebastian face new challenges as they uncover the secrets of the Werewolves’ Forest and the curse that plagues it.
Other Anime English Dub Announcements
In addition to “Bye Bye, Earth” and “Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc,” several other anime series have recently announced their English dub casts and premiere dates.
- I’ve Been Killing Slimes for 300 Years and Maxed Out My Level 2: The English dub began streaming on Crunchyroll on April 20, 2025. The cast includes Skyler Davenport as Azusa, Xanthe Huynh as Halkara, Rachelle Heger as Laika, and Lizzie Freeman as Falfa.
- The Beginning After the End: The English dub began streaming on Crunchyroll on April 16, 2025. The cast includes Amber May as Arthur, Christopher Wehkamp as Grey, Colleen Clinkenbeard as Alice, and Jessie James Grelle as Rey.
- Witch Watch: Lilypichu and Stephen Fu lead the English dub cast as Nico Wakatsuki and Morihito Otogi, respectively. The series premiered on April 6, 2025.
Where to Watch
“Bye Bye, Earth” Season 2 and “Black Butler: Emerald Witch Arc,” along with many other anime series, are available for streaming on Crunchyroll. HIDIVE is another platform that offers a variety of dubbed anime, including “From Bureaucrat to Villainess: Dad’s Been Reincarnated!” and “Beheneko: The Elf-Girl’s Cat is Secretly an S-Ranked Monster!”
Final Thoughts
The announcement of English dubs for these anime series is exciting news for fans who prefer to watch in English. With talented voice casts and dedicated production crews, these dubs promise to bring new life to these beloved stories. Be sure to check out these series on Crunchyroll and HIDIVE to experience the latest and greatest in dubbed anime.
