20 Anime You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll During Ani-May News - Latest Updates and Information

Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier with a solid selection of anime, but some of the most sought-after and simulcast series have been locked behind the Premium membership wall. However, there's good news for fans who've hit the Premium paywall for their favorite series: Crunchyroll is offering 20 of its top anime titles for free as part of their "Ani-May" festivities. 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 classics like *Cowboy Bebop*, there's a wide range of shows available for you to enjoy this month. Below is the complete list of what's streaming 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 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 variety of series, including every season of My Hero Academia, which will premiere its eighth and final season later this year, and all of Demon Slayer, perfect for catching up before the movie trilogy concludes the series. The lineup showcases 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 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, but Fruits Basket is a great pick for shoujo fans. I highly recommend The Apothecary Diaries, a historical drama with romantic elements. IGN's review of The Apothecary Diaries highlights "the titular apothecary, Maomao, as a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy."

Additionally, the Junji Ito Collection adds a unique flavor to the mix, though the original manga is always worth checking out.

These series will be available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially staying in the free tier longer. Any excuse to binge some 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 by Crunchyroll. In addition to making some of their Premium catalog available for free streaming, Crunchyroll is rolling out new merchandise and collaborating with stores worldwide for in-person events. They're also hosting the Anime Awards 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

In addition to the streaming festivities, the Crunchyroll Store is offering a month-long sale with new releases and discounts. You can see some of the available items below or explore the entire collection.