asiancrush.com
The demand for Asian content is on the rise. Recent Oscar award for Parasite just showcased the immense talent that lies within these countries. When it comes to the top content markets in Asia, one particular country that stands out is China. Chinese films are gaining critical acclaim and can now be found on international platforms. A particular streaming site looking to capitalize on this growing demand is AsianCrush.
A steady stream of top Chinese content is entering North America through Asian Crush. Each week, the company premieres a new Chinese film called "Our Time Will Come." The title is not the only thing that Asian Crush is known for; the company also distributes hit films such as "Orchid Tree" and "China Lion."
What is AsianCrush?
AsianCrush is the #1 platform for Asian content in North America. They offer a massive library of movies, TV shows, anime, and other content. This content is available through various mediums, such as cable TV, satellite, broadband internet, telco services, and even on video-on-demand (VOD) services. With over 1000+ titles to choose from, AsianCrush has plenty of powerful content to offer.
AsianCrush?s massive internet presence allows users in North America to consume their favorite movies and TV shows anytime, anywhere on all major networks. However, not everyone can access all their services. There's a considerable difference between their general user and their premium subscriber. Premium subscribers have access to exclusive streaming content without any pre-roll adverts.
Is anime on AsianCrush worth it?
It's funny how the anime section is just one of the many genres on this streaming site. However, I consider the anime content on this network to be a major draw factor. There are various anime series on the network, such as Tytania, 07-Ghost, Dears, Deltora Quest, True Tears, Tatsumi, Ceres, Earl & Family, and Kyousougiga. A lot of these titles are making waves in the competitive world of anime.
Why should you stream on AsianCrush?
AsianCrush is a very good streaming service with many positive features. Its UI/UX is great, and its content is top-notch. We'll look into each of the key aspects that make it stand out from the competition.
Clean design
right off the bat, the orange-and-white color combination grabs my attention. There are black and grey accents here and there which add great depth to the website. I have to say that the website is visually appealing. It's neither over the top nor boring. The developers have managed to strike the right chord on this one.
Iconic content library
AsianCrush is a website that has an iconic catalog filled with work by legendary actors such as Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, Park Chan-wook, Donnie Yen, Michelle Yeoh, Ang Lee, Takashi Miike, Sion Sono, Shinya Tsukamoto, Hideo Nakata, and Fan Bing Bing. Just the popularity of these names is a testament to the content strength of this website.
Great user interface
Layout and design of AsianCrush are pleasing to the eye, but their functionality is top-notch as well. The website has a great interface which allows for easy navigation. This is possible due to the commendable graphic effort that has gone into it.
Amazing compatibility
When you subscribe to AsianCrush, you're getting a great service that meets or exceeds all of your expectations. The site allows you to stream on a variety of devices, both primary and secondary. You can even watch it on gaming consoles, Roku streaming platforms, Chromecast devices, and many other devices.
Quality streaming
A website can be amazing, but if it is not streaming consistently at a high quality, it will struggle to get consistent traffic and a high bounce rate. This means that everything on the website relies on good streaming quality- even the content itself. It's important that developers take a holistic view and design their platform to cater to many different audiences. This way, everyone can afford the same internet speed, but viewers with varying quality levels can still enjoy the content. That is much better than having no stream at all.
How to access AsianCrush?
You can access AsianCrush either by searching for it on the first page of your search results or by clicking the following link: AsianCrush. Before accessing the website, just make sure you have an active VPN. The network is designed to serve North American audiences only, so using a VPN will help you bypass your local ISP and access the content.
Design
I really appreciate the blend of professionalism and cutting-edge design on this platform. There are several key elements that set it apart from other websites. The sorting options, browsing collections, and simple sign up procedures are all features that I appreciate. Let's take a look at different sections of the website.
Header
The header section has an orange background with white text. There is a search bar with a black icon accompanied by a login panel of the same color. In the header section, you have four main options - Movies, Collections, Blog, and Devices. The usage of color is clever and it helps different segments to blend with each other.
Hero Section
The Browse our Titles section starts with a headline, "Browse our Titles?" Under the headline, you'll find a leaderboard banner ad which is disappointing to see. Nevertheless, it doesn't obstruct the browsing experience on a laptop. Under the ad, you have vertical thumbnails with three episodes occupying every row. Towards the left, you have the sorting option wherein you can filter the content via genre.
Body
The new filter options are displayed in the body section while the vertical thumbnails continue on the right. Apart from the sort by genre feature, you can also use the ?filter by region? and ?filter by themes? features. The body section continues for a while before you see yet another leaderboard advert just above the footer.
Footer
I have to admit that the footer section on this website is beautifully designed. With a black background, white text and orange accents, it complements the design of the website so far. There are 6 options on the left - About, Available Devices, Contact Us, Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, and Jobs. At the center you have sign-up options and towards the right you have social media icons of platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Inner Pages
The filter section on the inner page loses some of its touch. However, vertical banners continue to be the same. You can access any inner page by clicking the options on the homepage. The header section can be accessed from the inner page as well. Other than filtering options on the left, you have sorting options at the top of the content thumbnails.
Content
AsianCrush is a popular website that specializes in films. There are over 500 titles on the site and they cater to a mainstream audience. The acquisition of films is largely based on popular genres such as action, horror, anime, cult, arthouse, martial arts, documentaries, drama, and commercial blockbusters.
Aside from movie content, you'll find a wide range of curated programs on the service, such as "K-Pop Triple Threat?" and "#Feels?", which does a great job of competing with traditional blockbusters such as "New Taiwanese Cinema?" and "NYAFF Favorites?". One can argue that it's not the best of the collection but given that the service just caters to a specific audience, I wouldn't argue much.
Desktop/Mobile experience
I streamed AsianCrush from my HP15 laptop and my Google Pixel 3a. Overall, I had a great time watching this website. I watched a couple of recent titles such as Broken Pieces and White Silence and appreciated the overall streaming quality. Though having banner ads was not a great experience, they didn't hamper the stream in any way so I don't have anything to complain about.
Suggestions I have for AsianCrush
Based on the dislike section, it looks like I have several suggestions for the developers. I think the content library is great for the Chinese audience, and there are still some improvements that could be made. Plus, given that the network is premium at $4.99/mo, it would be better off without ads.
Conclusion
AsianCrush is an excellent platform if you're interested in Chinese blockbuster films. You will find popular movie titles, TV shows, and even anime here. However, it is far from an established product and there are many areas for improvement.