Crunchyroll has always provided a free subscription tier with a decent selection of anime, but many of the most popular and simulcast series are typically locked behind a Premium membership. However, there's great news for fans this month: as part of Crunchyroll's "Ani-May" celebrations, 20 of the platform's most popular anime titles are now available to watch for free.

Whether you're eager to dive into the much-talked-about 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 in this month's lineup. Below is the full list of what's available to stream for free on Crunchyroll this May:

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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)

The lineup boasts a variety of series, with highlights including the complete run of My Hero Academia, which is set to air its eighth and final season later this year, and the full Demon Slayer series, perfect for catching up before the movie trilogy concludes the saga. The selection is rich with top-tier shonen anime, including Tokyo Ghoul, Soul Eater, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Chainsaw Man.

Solo Leveling has recently captured the anime community's attention. IGN's review of the first season praised 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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While the list leans heavily towards shonen, there's still something for fans of other genres, such as the shoujo classic Fruits Basket. I highly recommend The Apothecary Diaries, a historical drama with elements of romance. IGN's review of the series praised the protagonist Maomao, describing her as "a delightful protagonist who embodies this balance between matter-of-fact and goofy."

For horror enthusiasts, the Junji Ito Collection is a fascinating addition, though I'd always suggest diving into the original manga for the full experience.

These series are available to stream for free until the end of May, with some potentially remaining in the free tier longer. It's the perfect excuse to indulge in some anime binging.

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What Is “Ani-May”?

Ani-May is an annual event hosted by Crunchyroll. In addition to offering some of their Premium catalog for free streaming, Crunchyroll is launching new merchandise and partnering with stores worldwide for in-person events. The Anime Awards will also be hosted by Crunchyroll 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 array of new releases and discounts. Here are some highlights of what's available:

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

0$89.98 save 20%$71.98 at Crunchyroll Store

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

0$199.98 save 20%$159.98 at Crunchyroll Store

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

0$39.98 save 20%$31.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 8

Grave of the Fireflies [Limited Edition Steelbook]

0$26.98 save 20%$21.58 at Crunchyroll Store

GOBLIN SLAYER - Season 1 [Limited Edition Steelbook]

0$59.98 save 20%$47.98 at Crunchyroll Store

Out July 29

Chainsaw Man - Complete Series [Limited Edition Steelbook]

0$84.98 at Crunchyroll Store