What's Happening Between Voice Actors and Crunchyroll?

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In a video uploaded to his YouTube channel on Tuesday, September 20, the English dub voice actor of the main character of the anime adaptation of ONE's hit webcomic, Mob Psycho 100, revealed that he would not be returning to reprise his role for the upcoming third season. Citing Crunchyroll's refusal to engage regarding the possibility of having contract talks with Screen Actors Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) union representatives.

Kyle McCarley revealed in the video that due to Crunchyroll refusing to participate in talks regarding a contract with SAG-AFTRA on future productions, the company has decided to «recast some roles». The last-minute change to theMob Psycho 100 cast has in the week since McCarley's video upload, sparked various conversations regarding the exploitation and precarity of job opportunities, as well as overall poor working conditions for voice actors, particularly English dub actors. Just what is this really about? Here's what is known about the Crunchyroll Dub Controversy.

Crunchyroll's Low Pay Sparks Controversy Among Voice Actors

In a 5-minute video, McCarley expresses gratitude to fans of Mob Psycho 100 for their support, citing himself to be yet another fan of the hit series; however, he is saddened by the news that he will not be returning to voice Shigeo «Mob» Kageyama in Mob Psycho 100 III due to a hitch encountered in attempting to start talks with Crunchyroll regarding the possibility of producing the upcoming third season of the anime on a SAG-AFTRA union contract. McCarley states that it is of personal importance to himself as a SAG-AFTRA union member; one who is also on the SAG-AFTRA dubbing committee, that all work that he does is covered by such