"20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May"

Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier with a solid library of anime, but the most popular and simulcast series are typically locked behind their Premium membership. If you've hit the Premium paywall for a specific series, there's good 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 around Solo Leveling, need to catch up on My Hero Academia before its final season, or want to revisit a classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for everyone this month. Dive into the full list of what's streaming for free below.

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 spans a variety of series, with highlights including all seasons of My Hero Academia, which is set to premiere its eighth and final season later this year, and the complete series of Demon Slayer, perfect for catching up before the upcoming movie trilogy. The list features a strong selection of 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 is somewhat lighter on shoujo titles, but Fruits Basket stands out as a must-watch. Another highly recommended series is The Apothecary Diaries, a historical drama infused with romance. IGN's review of The Apothecary Diaries notes that "the titular apothecary, Maomao, is a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy."

The Junji Ito Collection adds a unique touch to the lineup, though I'd always suggest diving into the original manga for an even richer experience.

These series are available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially staying in the free tier longer. Any opportunity to binge some anime is worth seizing.

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 launching 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. Below are some highlights, but you can explore the entire collection.