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Top 20 Free Anime on Crunchyroll This Ani-May

Author : Nova May 03,2025

Crunchyroll has long offered a free tier with a solid selection of anime, but some of the most sought-after and simulcast series have typically been locked behind a Premium paywall. However, there's great news for fans: as part of their "Ani-May" celebrations, Crunchyroll has unlocked 20 of its most popular anime titles for free streaming this month. 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 classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for everyone to enjoy this May. Below is the complete list of anime available for free streaming on Crunchyroll right now.

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Let's get straight to the point. Here’s the full list of anime you can stream for free on Crunchyroll 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)

The lineup includes a diverse range of series. Standouts include all seasons of My Hero Academia, which is set to premiere its eighth and final season later this year, and the complete Demon Slayer series, perfect for catching up before the upcoming movie trilogy. The collection also showcases a variety 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 notes that 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 more towards shonen, Fruits Basket caters to shoujo fans. I highly recommend checking out The Apothecary Diaries, a captivating historical drama with elements of romance. As IGN’s review of The Apothecary Diaries states, "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 always suggest exploring the original manga for a deeper experience.

These series will be available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially remaining in the free tier longer. Any opportunity to indulge in anime is worth seizing.

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 some of their Premium catalog available for free streaming, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and collaborating 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

In addition to the streaming festivities, the Crunchyroll Store is rolling out a month-long series of new releases and discounts. Here’s a glimpse of what you can find, or you can explore the entire collection.