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Top 20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May

Author：Kristen Update：May 16,2025

Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier, offering a solid selection of anime. However, some of the most popular and simulcast series are usually locked behind a Premium membership. The good news is, as part of their "Ani-May" celebrations, Crunchyroll is unlocking 20 of their most popular anime titles for free streaming this month. Whether you're eager to dive into the buzz surrounding Solo Leveling, catch up on My Hero Academia before its final season, or revisit a classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for every anime fan to enjoy. Below is the full list of what you can stream for free on Crunchyroll right now.

20 Anime You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll Right Now

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Here’s the comprehensive list of what’s available for free streaming on Crunchyroll during 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 covers a wide range of genres, with standout titles like the complete series of My Hero Academia, perfect for catching up before its eighth and final season later this year, and all of Demon Slayer, ideal for preparing for the upcoming movie trilogy. The list is rich in shonen anime, featuring classics like Tokyo Ghoul and Soul Eater, as well as newer hits like Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.

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

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While the list leans more towards shonen, fans of shoujo can still enjoy Fruits Basket. Additionally, I recommend checking out The Apothecary Diaries, a captivating historical drama with elements of romance. IGN’s review highlights that “the titular apothecary, Maomao, is a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy.”

For horror enthusiasts, the Junji Ito Collection is an intriguing addition, though I'd suggest diving into the original manga for a more comprehensive experience.

These series will be available for free streaming until the end of May, with some possibly staying longer. It’s the perfect opportunity to indulge in some top-tier anime.

What Is “Ani-May”?

Ani-May is a special event hosted by Crunchyroll. Beyond offering free streaming of their Premium catalog, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and collaborating with global retailers 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.”

Collector’s Sale on the Crunchyroll Store

Alongside the streaming festivities, the Crunchyroll Store is hosting a month-long sale with new releases and discounts. Here’s a look at some of the items on offer: