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Top 20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May

by Hunter May 03,2025

Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier with a solid selection of anime, but the most sought-after and simulcast series have often been tucked behind a Premium paywall. If you've bumped into this barrier for your favorite show, there's fantastic news: Crunchyroll is celebrating "Ani-May" by unlocking 20 of its top anime titles for free streaming.

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 dive into a timeless classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's bound to be something on the list that catches your eye this month. Below, you'll find the complete rundown of what's available to stream for free.

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Let's get straight to it. Here's the full list of what you can stream on Crunchyroll for free this 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 diverse selection includes all seasons of My Hero Academia, perfect for getting up to speed before its eighth and final season later this year, and the entire run of Demon Slayer to prep you for the upcoming movie trilogy. The lineup is rich with top shonen titles, from Tokyo Ghoul and Soul Eater to Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man.

Solo Leveling has recently taken the anime community by storm. According to IGN's review of its first season, it "brings 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 heavily on shonen, the inclusion of Fruits Basket caters to shoujo fans. I highly recommend checking out The Apothecary Diaries, a captivating historical drama with romantic elements. IGN's review of The Apothecary Diaries praises its protagonist, Maomao, describing her as "a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy."

The Junji Ito Collection adds an intriguing horror element to the mix, though I'd suggest exploring the original manga for an even more intense experience.

These series will be available to stream for free until the end of May, and some may remain in the free tier longer. Any opportunity to indulge in anime is always a good reason to celebrate.

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 parts of their Premium catalog free to stream, Crunchyroll is rolling out new merchandise and partnering with stores worldwide for in-person events. The highlight of the month is the Anime Awards, scheduled for May 15. Here's what Crunchyroll's Head of Global Products had to say about the celebration:

“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. Below, you'll find a selection of what's available, or you can browse the full collection.