Top 20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May

Crunchyroll has always provided a free subscription tier with a solid library of anime. However, the most sought-after and simulcast series are often locked behind the Premium membership. But don't worry if you've hit the Premium paywall for your favorite series; Crunchyroll is celebrating "Ani-May" by making 20 of its top anime available to watch for free.

Whether you're curious about the buzz surrounding Solo Leveling, need to catch up on My Hero Academia before its final season, or want to revisit classics like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for everyone this month. Below is the complete list of what you can stream for free:

20 Anime You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll Right Now

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Here's the full list of what's streaming on Crunchyroll for free 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 offers a wide range of series, including every season of My Hero Academia, perfect for fans to catch up before the eighth and final season later this year. You can also watch all of Demon Slayer in preparation for its upcoming movie trilogy. The list showcases some of the best shonen anime, from Tokyo Ghoul and Soul Eater to Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.

Solo Leveling has recently taken the anime community by storm. IGN's review of its 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 a new level and skill points, and the thrills of facing down a boss."

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The list leans more towards shonen anime, but Fruits Basket is a great choice for shoujo fans. I also recommend The Apothecary Diaries, a captivating historical drama with elements of romance. IGN's review of this series 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 a unique addition, though I'd always suggest diving into the original manga for the full experience.

These series are available to stream for free until the end of May, and some might remain in the free tier even longer. Any opportunity to binge anime is worth taking advantage of.

What Is “Ani-May”?

Ani-May is an annual celebration hosted by Crunchyroll. In addition to making some of their Premium catalog available for free streaming, Crunchyroll is rolling out 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.”

Collector’s Sale on the Crunchyroll Store

Alongside the streaming festivities, the Crunchyroll Store is offering a month-long sale with new releases and discounts. Here’s a glimpse of what's available:

Solo Leveling Season 1 - Blu-ray + DVD [Limited Edition]

$89.98 save 20%$71.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Dragon Ball Super - The Complete Series [Limited Edition Steelbooks]

$199.98 save 20%$159.98 at Crunchyroll Store

JUJUTSU KAISEN 0 - The Movie [Blu-ray Steelbook]

$39.98 save 20%$31.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 8 - Grave of the Fireflies [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$26.98 save 20%$21.58 at Crunchyroll Store

GOBLIN SLAYER - Season 1 [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$59.98 save 20%$47.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 29 - Chainsaw Man - Complete Series [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$84.98 at Crunchyroll Store