Free Anime Streaming: 20 Titles on Crunchyroll This Ani-May

Crunchyroll has long offered a free subscription tier with a substantial library of anime, but some of the most sought-after and simulcast series are often locked behind a Premium membership. However, for fans hitting the paywall for specific series, there's great news: Crunchyroll is making 20 of its most popular anime available to watch for free as part of their "Ani-May" celebrations.

Whether you're curious about the buzz surrounding Solo Leveling, need to catch up on My Hero Academia before its final season, or wish to dive into classics like Cowboy Bebop, there's a diverse selection for you to enjoy this month. Here's the complete list of what's streaming for free on Crunchyroll during May:

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Let’s dive right in. 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 collection spans a variety of genres, with standout series like every season of My Hero Academia, perfect for catching up before its eighth and final season later this year, and the complete series of Demon Slayer to prepare for its concluding movie trilogy. The list offers a rich selection of the best shonen anime, including Tokyo Ghoul, Soul Eater, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Chainsaw Man.

Solo Leveling has recently stormed the anime world, with IGN’s review of the first season praising 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 more towards shonen, the shoujo fans aren't left out, with Fruits Basket providing a heartwarming experience. Another gem to check out is The Apothecary Diaries, a historical drama with elements of romance. IGN’s review of The Apothecary Diaries highlights that “the titular apothecary, Maomao, is a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy.”

For those interested in horror, the Junji Ito Collection is a unique addition, though the original manga is also highly recommended.

These series are available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially staying in the free tier longer. Any reason to binge-watch 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 an exciting initiative from Crunchyroll. In addition to making select Premium content available to stream for free, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and partnering with stores worldwide for in-person events. The highlight of the month will be 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

Alongside the streaming festivities, the Crunchyroll Store is rolling out a month-long series of new releases and discounts. Below are some highlights, but you can explore the entire collection for more options.