Crunchyroll has long provided a free subscription tier with a robust library of anime, but many of the hottest and simulcast series have been locked behind a Premium paywall. If you've hit that paywall trying to watch your favorite series, there's good news: Crunchyroll is celebrating "Ani-May" by making 20 of its most popular anime available to watch for free.

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 a classic like Cowboy Bebop, there's something for everyone this month. Check out the full list of free streaming options below.

20 Anime You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll Right Now

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Here’s the complete lineup 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 wide range of genres, with highlights including the entire run of My Hero Academia before its eighth and final season, and all of Demon Slayer to prepare for its concluding movie trilogy. The list boasts 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. As noted in IGN's review of the 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 more towards shonen, Fruits Basket stands out as a must-watch for shoujo fans. Another gem to explore is The Apothecary Diaries, a historical drama with romantic elements. IGN’s review praises its protagonist Maomao as "a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy."

For horror enthusiasts, Junji Ito Collection is a fascinating addition, though the original manga is highly recommended for a deeper experience.

These series will be free to stream until the end of May, with some possibly remaining available in the free tier longer. Any opportunity to binge on anime is a good one!

What Is “Ani-May”?

Ani-May is Crunchyroll's celebration of anime. Beyond offering free streaming of Premium content, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and partnering with stores worldwide for in-person events. The Anime Awards will also be hosted 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’s on offer:

Solo Leveling Season 1 - Blu-ray + DVD [Limited Edition]

$89.98 save 20%
$71.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Dragon Ball Super - The Complete Series [Limited Edition Steelbooks]

$199.98 save 20%
$159.98 at Crunchyroll Store

JUJUTSU KAISEN 0 - The Movie [Blu-ray Steelbook]

$39.98 save 20%
$31.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 8 - Grave of the Fireflies [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$26.98 save 20%
$21.58 at Crunchyroll Store

GOBLIN SLAYER - Season 1 [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$59.98 save 20%
$47.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 29 - Chainsaw Man - Complete Series [Limited Edition Steelbook]

$84.98 at Crunchyroll Store