Crunchyroll Announces Exciting Lineup for Third Annual Ani-May Celebration
IGN exclusively reveals details about Crunchyroll's month-long Ani-May event featuring free anime streams, exclusive merchandise, gaming content, and global retail partnerships throughout May.
Cowboy Bebop, Demon Slayer, and Chainsaw Man Headline Free Anime Selection
Starting May 1, Crunchyroll will offer numerous popular anime series completely free with ads throughout the month - perfect for both new viewers and longtime fans to enjoy classic and contemporary titles.
Available anime series during Ani-May (free account required):
- Black Clover (Seasons 1-4)
- Chainsaw Man
- Cowboy Bebop
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (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 and Retail Collaborations
Fans worldwide can acquire new licensed merchandise featuring Solo Leveling, Kaiju No. 8, Bananya, and other popular series during the celebration. The Crunchyroll Store will feature special product launches and exclusive collectibles throughout May.
Highlights include:
- UNIQLO distributing Crunchyroll trial codes with select purchases
- Hot Topic's anime promotions across North America
- Best Buy offering exclusive SPY x FAMILY collectibles
- Planet Hollywood's anime-inspired menu items
- Jujutsu Kaisen voice cast autograph session with Funko
- Bananya collaboration with Fall Guys for exclusive skins
- Special Demon Slayer theater events leading to new film release
Crunchyroll Game Vault Expands During Ani-May
The gaming platform will add several titles throughout May, beginning with Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth on April 30. Subscribers will enjoy weekly game releases including Corpse Party and Grisaia Phantom Trigger during the event.
Collectible Home Entertainment Releases
Notable physical media releases include:
- Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Limited Edition Box Set (pre-orders May 15)
- SteelBook editions of Paranoia Agent and Goblin Slayer Season 1
- New SteelNook display case for collectors (available May 30)
Global Ani-May Celebrations
Crunchyroll expands Ani-May celebrations worldwide with regional activations in:
- Latin America (Mexico's Liverpool stores, CCXP Mexico)
- Europe (UK's HMV, France's Cultura, Italy's Funside)
- Middle East (UAE and Saudi Arabia retail partners)
- Australia/New Zealand (JB Hi-Fi, EB Games promotions)
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