Crunchyroll Reveals Massive Ani-May 2025 Plans
IGN exclusively unveils details about Crunchyroll's third annual Ani-May celebration - a month-long global event featuring anime merchandise, special deals, collaborations, retail experiences, free streaming content, game vault additions, and much more.
Legendary Anime Titles Available Free All Month
Starting May 1, Crunchyroll will offer ad-supported free streaming of iconic series including:
- Cowboy Bebop
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (Complete Series)
- Chainsaw Man
- My Hero Academia (Seasons 1-7)
- Jujutsu Kaisen (Seasons 1-2)
- Solo Leveling (Season 1)
- SPY x FAMILY (Seasons 1-2)
Global Retail Partnerships & Exclusive Merch
North American Highlights:
- UNIQLO: Free Crunchyroll trials with UT purchases + NYC manga events
- Hot Topic: Exclusive anime merchandise nationwide
- Best Buy: Limited-edition SPY x FAMILY pin with select purchases
- Funko: JUJUTSU KAISEN voice cast signing event May 3
Crunchyroll Game Vault Expands
The subscription service will add Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (April 30) plus five additional titles throughout May.
Premium Physical Releases
- Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Limited Edition Blu-ray (Pre-order May 15)
- SteelBook editions of Paranoia Agent & Goblin Slayer Season 1
- New SteelNook display cases launching May 30
Worldwide Celebrations
Global activations include:
- Mexico: Voice actor meet-and-greets at Liverpool stores
- Europe: Japan Expo VIP trip giveaway
- Australia: JB Hi-Fi anime merchandise displays
- Middle East: First-ever regional participation
The celebration kicks off May 1 across Crunchyroll platforms and partner locations worldwide.
