The Best Anime Recommendations You Can Watch for Free on Crunchyroll in May 2025 (Part 2)

Kapanlagi.com - May 2025 is an exciting month for anime fans, as Crunchyroll brings back a variety of popular anime that can be watched for free without a premium account. Big titles from genres like action, fantasy, history, and light comedy are available to satisfy all tastes. This time, the second part of the list features a unique combination of mainstream series like My Hero Academia, historical anime like Vinland Saga, and light viewing like Bananya. This article presents a comprehensive guide to the best anime recommendations airing for free on Crunchyroll this month—complete with themes, story highlights, and the appeal of each title.

1. SPY x FAMILY: Spy Action, Crazy Family, and Comedy You Can Watch for Free

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SPY x FAMILY is one of the most popular anime with a unique theme: a spy, an assassin, and a little clairvoyant girl living together as a fake family. This anime presents a combination of action, family drama, and light comedy that can be enjoyed by all ages. With global popularity, this anime has become a must-watch title in the free viewing list for May 2025.

2. The Apothecary Diaries: A Captivating Mystery of the Imperial Palace for History Lovers

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This anime brings a detective and mystery vibe into the world of ancient Asia with a smart female lead working in the palace's medical department. The intertwining story of politics, poison, and scientific observation makes The Apothecary Diaries stand out from most historical anime. Now, you can enjoy Maomao's story without having to subscribe.

3. Haikyu!!: The Fighting Spirit on the Volleyball Court Returns to Crunchyroll for Free

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Haikyu!! is a sports anime that pumps up the spirit through the story of teamwork and the iron will of teenage volleyball players. With intense matches and consistent character development, this anime continues to be a favorite among sports genre lovers. Now, you can watch all its seasons legally and for free.

4. Vinland Saga: Revenge and Life's Journey in the Brutal Viking World

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Vinland Saga presents a historical drama with a dark and brutal tone, following the story of Thorfinn who grows up in a world of violence and loss. The blend of psychological narrative and action makes this anime more than just a war story. This May, history and adult story fans can watch it for free.

5. The Rising of the Shield Hero: A Dark Isekai about the Fall and Rise of a Hero

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Unlike regular isekai anime, The Rising of the Shield Hero features a main character who is accused and betrayed from the very beginning. Rising from the bottom, he becomes a hero with cunning and strategy as an underestimated shield hero. Now available for free, it is a perfect choice for fans of alternate worlds and survival action.

6. My Hero Academia: The Superhero World That Remains a Timeless Favorite

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My Hero Academia takes you to a world where having superpowers is normal, yet being a hero still requires hard work. Izuku Midoriya, the main character, represents the struggle of underdogs who want to become a symbol of hope. With many seasons available, you can watch it for free from the beginning.

7. Shangri-La Frontier: Virtual Game, Hardcore Level, and True Gamer Adventure

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For fans of the gaming world, Shangri-La Frontier is an adventure anime that presents the dynamics of a virtual world in detail. The main character, who is used to playing bad games, now enters a legendary RPG, opening up opportunities for challenging exploration. This series is now available for free and is one of the fresh new adventure titles.

8. Overlord: When the Main Villain Becomes the Most Anticipated Character

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This anime follows Ainz, a game player who is trapped in the body of an OP skeleton character and decides to conquer the world. Known for its dark atmosphere and political strategy, Overlord offers a different perspective on isekai. This title is perfect for viewers who enjoy narratives from an anti-hero perspective—and is now free on Crunchyroll.

9. Toilet-Bound Hanako-kun: A Funny School Horror Story with Unique Visuals

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Combining light horror elements and Japanese myths, this anime centers around Hanako-kun, the school toilet ghost who helps solve supernatural cases. The bright visuals and comic panel style make this anime feel fresh. Perfect for those who want a light yet colorful and mysterious anime.

10. Bananya: Short and Super Cute Entertainment You Can Watch Anytime

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Bananya is a short anime about a cat living in a banana—yes, it's that simple. Each episode is only a few minutes long, making it perfect for quick and light entertainment. Ideal for when you need a mood booster, and it’s definitely available for free to watch now.

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