Top 20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May - News

Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier with a solid selection of anime. However, some of the most sought-after and simulcast series are typically locked behind a Premium membership. But here's some exciting news: as part of their "Ani-May" celebrations, Crunchyroll is offering 20 of their most popular anime titles for free streaming this month. Whether you're curious about the buzz around Solo Leveling, need to catch up on My Hero Academia before its final season, or want to dive into a classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Below is the complete list of what you can watch for free on Crunchyroll right now.

20 Anime You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll Right Now

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Let's get straight to the point. Here's the full list of what's available for free streaming on Crunchyroll in May:

Black Clover (Seasons 1-4)
Chainsaw Man
Cowboy Bebop
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (The Complete Series)
Fruits Basket (Seasons 1-3)
Haikyu!! (Seasons 1-4)
Heaven Official's Blessing (Seasons 1-2)
Hell's Paradise
Jujutsu Kaisen (Seasons 1-2)
Junji Ito Collection
Kaiju No. 8
My Hero Academia (Seasons 1-7)
Overlord (Seasons 1-4)
Shangri-La Frontier (Seasons 1-2)
Solo Leveling (Season 1)
Soul Eater
Spy X Family (Seasons 1-2)
The Apothecary Diaries (Season 1)
Toilet-bound Hanako-kun (Seasons 1-2)
Tokyo Ghoul (Seasons 1-3)

This selection spans a wide range of series, including all seasons of My Hero Academia, which is set to conclude with its eighth season later this year, and the complete series of Demon Slayer, perfect for catching up before the upcoming movie trilogy. The list features some of the best shonen anime, from Tokyo Ghoul and Soul Eater to Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.

Solo Leveling has recently captivated the anime community. IGN's review of the first season praises it for "bringing gaming mechanics to animation, with a thrilling power fantasy that understands the tediousness of experience farming, the fun of gaining new levels and skill points, and the thrills of facing down a boss."

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While the list leans heavily towards shonen, Fruits Basket stands out for shoujo fans. I highly recommend checking out The Apothecary Diaries, a captivating historical drama with romantic elements. IGN's review of The Apothecary Diaries highlights the protagonist Maomao as "a delightful character who balances matter-of-factness with goofiness."

For horror enthusiasts, the Junji Ito Collection is a unique addition, though I'd suggest exploring the original manga for an even deeper experience.

These series are available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially staying in the free tier longer. Any opportunity to binge-watch anime is a good one.

What anime are you most excited for in the rest of 2025? --------------------------------------------------------- DandaDan Season 2Kaiju No. 8 Season 2My Hero Academia Season 8One-Punch Man Season 3Spy X Family Season 3Sakamoto Days Part 2Other - tell us in the comments!

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What Is “Ani-May”?

Ani-May is a special event hosted by Crunchyroll. In addition to making some of their Premium catalog available for free streaming, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and partnering with stores worldwide for in-person events. The Anime Awards will also be held on May 15. Here's what Crunchyroll's Head of Global Products had to say about the event:

"Anime isn't just an entertainment medium; it's a lifestyle. To celebrate anime's explosive growth, we're giving fans a variety of ways to express their anime passion during Ani-May - from all-new products across apparel, collectibles, global activations, game collaborations, and new series streaming for free on Crunchyroll."

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