IGN has the exclusive details on Crunchyroll’s third annual Ani-May, a global, month-long celebration set to bring anime fans together through a wide range of exciting offerings. From free-to-stream anime and exclusive merchandise to retail collaborations, themed food experiences, special game additions, and unforgettable real-world events—Ani-May 2025 promises something for every anime lover.

With so much happening throughout May, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about this year's massive lineup so you can stay in the loop and make the most out of this epic celebration.

Free-to-Stream Anime Lineup Featuring Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer, and Chainsaw Man

Starting May 1, Crunchyroll will offer a selection of popular anime series completely free with ads for the entire month. Whether you're catching up or revisiting old favorites, this is your chance to enjoy some of the most iconic anime titles without any cost—all you need is a free Crunchyroll account.

Here are the full-season anime available for free streaming during Ani-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)

Exclusive Merchandise, Collaborations, and Real-World Activations

Ani-May wouldn’t be complete without exclusive anime merchandise. Fans worldwide can look forward to officially licensed products featuring characters from *Solo Leveling*, *Kaiju No. 8*, *Bananya*, *Toilet-bound Hanako-kun*, *My Hero Academia*, *Overlord*, *The Apothecary Diaries*, and more.

The Crunchyroll Store will highlight new and limited-edition items each week, including collector’s pieces, action/adventure-themed collectibles, Shonen favorites, and fantasy-inspired gear. Plus, following the 2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards on May 25, there will be a special way to honor the Anime of the Year nominees.

Key Retail & Brand Collaborations

• UNIQLO – Offers Crunchyroll 30-day free trial codes with eligible UT purchases. Manga artist Remi Yamamoto has designed exclusive UTme! Collection shirts available at UNIQLO Soho and UNIQLO 5th Avenue in NYC. A live manga portrait event will take place on May 18 from 1 PM to 5 PM.
• Hot Topic – Celebrates Ani-May across U.S. and Canada stores and online with exclusive anime merch all month long.
• Best Buy – Participates with select products and offers an exclusive SPY x FAMILY pin with qualifying purchases.
• Planet Hollywood – Serves up themed cocktails, dishes, and merchandise inspired by Ani-May IPs.
• Funko Pop – Hosts a JUJUTSU KAISEN voice cast autograph signing on May 3, alongside special bundles and giveaways.
• Bananya x Fall Guys – Returns with Bananya skins available from May 1–8.
• Demon Slayer –Kimetsu no Yaiba- – Re-releases Mugen Train in theaters this May ahead of the Infinity Castle trilogy release this September.

New Additions to the Crunchyroll Game Vault

Gamers can dive into new titles added to the Crunchyroll Game Vault during Ani-May, starting with the classic RPG Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, available April 30. Other titles joining the vault include:

• Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth
• Corpse Party
• Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol. 1
• Shin Chan: Shiro and the Coal Town
• Shogun Showdown
• White Day

Launched in November 2023, the Crunchyroll Game Vault now features over 50 games across 200+ countries for Mega and Ultimate Fan subscribers.

Ani-May Home Entertainment Releases

For collectors, Crunchyroll Store is releasing several premium physical editions as part of Ani-May, including:

• Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Season 1 Part 2 – Limited Edition Blu-ray Box (Pre-orders start May 15)
• Paranoia Agent – Blu-ray in SteelBook case (Available April 30)
• Goblin Slayer Season 1 – Blu-ray in SteelBook case (Available April 30)

Additionally, fans can showcase their collection with the brand-new SteelNook display case, crafted from actual SteelBook metal and capable of holding four standard SteelBooks. It will be available starting May 30.

Global Ani-May Celebrations Around the World

Ani-May is not just a regional event—it’s a global celebration spanning continents, bringing fans together through immersive experiences and local activations.

Latin America

• Liverpool (Mexico) – Meet-and-greet with voice actors, in-store signage, and fan-favorite merchandise
• Suburbia (Mexico) – In-store branding and 20,000 free Crunchyroll trials with eligible purchases
• CCXP Mexico – Special Ani-May presence at the event

Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)