‘Gachiakuta’ Tops Crunchyroll’s Top 10 Most-Watched Anime List This Week

Crunchyroll is brimming with new anime this week, offering something for everyone – from dark, futuristic worlds to heartwarming stories about cooking in another world, and even epic superhero adventures. People are watching both brand-new shows for 2025 and returning favorites, enjoying both full seasons to watch all at once and new episodes as they become available. Whether you love incredibly powerful characters, spooky supernatural stories, or heroes who can defeat anyone with a single blow, you’ll find plenty to stream. Here’s a look at the most popular shows everyone’s currently watching and enjoying.

10. ‘One-Punch Man’ (2015)

‘One-Punch Man’ centers around Saitama, a superhero who’s become so strong he can defeat anyone with just one punch. The story follows his struggles with boredom and a lack of appreciation, all while facing threats that range from small-time criminals to incredibly powerful monsters. The anime series started in 2015 and has so far shown Saitama joining the Hero Association, battling the Deep Sea King, and dealing with increasingly dangerous conflicts involving Garou and the Monster Association. After a long wait, the third season premiered in October 2025, beginning with heroes planning strategies, a VIP’s child being kidnapped, and Garou continuing to transform into a powerful monster. The show is available on different streaming services depending on where you are – Crunchyroll streams it in Europe and parts of the Middle East, while viewers in other regions can find it on platforms like Hulu, Disney+, or Netflix.

9. ‘May I Ask for One Final Thing?’ (2025)

Based on Nana Ōtori’s popular light novels, the anime ‘May I Ask for One Final Thing?’ tells the story of Scarlet, a noblewoman whose wedding is ruined when the prince falsely accuses her of wrongdoing. Determined to clear her name and get revenge, she sets out to expose his corruption. Produced by Liden Films Kyoto Studio and directed by Kazuya Sakamoto, the series blends political intrigue, action, and fantasy as Scarlet battles corrupt officials, deals with powerful church groups, and forges new alliances that could change the kingdom. Crunchyroll is streaming the show in North America, Europe, and many other regions, with new episodes available as they premiere in Japan.

8. ‘The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest’ (2025)

“The Banished Court Magician Aims to Become the Strongest” centers around Alec Ygret, a magician who was dismissed from the royal court because his skills were only seen as helpful for boosting others. He then reunites with his former teammates from the well-known group, Lasting Period. The anime, created by Gekkou studio and released in October 2025, follows Alec as he returns to exploring dungeons and proves that support magic can be a powerful force in battle. Based on Alto’s light novels and manga, the series highlights smart teamwork, the unique life within dungeons, and the consequences of Alec being exiled from the palace. Viewers outside of Japan can watch on Crunchyroll, and it’s available in Southeast Asia through Ani-One Asia’s platforms thanks to Medialink.

7. ‘Solo Leveling’ (2024)

Based on a popular Korean web novel and comic, ‘Solo Leveling’ follows Sung Jinwoo, a hunter initially considered the weakest, who gains the ability to endlessly improve his skills after a dangerous dungeon experience. The anime, created by A-1 Pictures, premiered in January 2024 and showcases Jinwoo’s journey from a low-level hunter to someone capable of tackling difficult challenges on his own. A second season, ‘Solo Leveling: Arise from the Shadow’, aired in January 2025 and delves into more complex storylines with stronger hunters and greater threats. Both seasons are available on Crunchyroll, alongside other content from the ‘Solo Leveling’ universe, including the spin-off comic ‘Solo Leveling: Ragnarok’ and the action RPG ‘Solo Leveling: Arise’.

6. ‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020)

‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ centers on Yuji Itadori, a high schooler who gains a dangerous power after consuming a cursed object. He then attends Tokyo Jujutsu High to learn how to manage it. The first two seasons of the anime covered the beginning of the story and a major event called the Shibuya Incident, blending city life with impressive fight scenes and a complex system of cursed energy. Fans outside of Asia can stream the show on Crunchyroll, which offers both the original Japanese audio and several dubbed versions. A third season, based on the ‘Culling Game’ arc, is confirmed to arrive in 2026, promising even bigger battles and more characters.

5. ‘My Hero Academia’ (2016)

‘My Hero Academia’ takes place in a world where most people are born with superpowers, called “Quirks.” The story follows Izuku Midoriya’s journey as he trains at U.A. High School to become a professional hero, learning from the legendary All Might. The anime, based on Kōhei Horikoshi’s manga, has been running since 2016 and has adapted many key story arcs, including the U.A. Sports Festival, internship experiences, and major battles against villain groups like the League of Villains and the Paranormal Liberation Front. It’s consistently been a popular anime globally, and in 2020, it was one of the most-watched shows on Crunchyroll. The final season, premiering on Crunchyroll in October 2025, will conclude the manga’s story, focusing on the ultimate showdown between Midoriya, Shigaraki, and the forces connected to the powers of One For All and All For One.

4. ‘My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s’ (2025)

Based on Matsuri Akai’s light novel, ‘My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s’ follows Akira Oda, a high school student transported to another world. He’s given the role of an assassin, but quickly realizes he’s much more powerful than the chosen hero. The anime, produced by TMS Entertainment and animated by Sunrise, is directed by Nobuyoshi Habara, with Kunihiko Okada overseeing the story’s composition. It began airing in Japan on TV Tokyo and BS Fuji in October 2025, and is available for streaming internationally through Crunchyroll. The series centers on Akira as he keeps his abilities secret, operates from the shadows, and uncovers the reasons behind their summoning, all while teaming up with companions like the elven warrior Amelia.

3. ‘A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai’ (2025)

‘A Gatherer’s Adventure in Isekai’ follows Kamishiro Takeru, an office worker transported to the magical world of Madeus. Unlike typical isekai heroes, Takeru isn’t a fighter—he’s a gatherer, skilled at collecting resources. The anime, which began airing in October 2025, focuses on how his gathering abilities help others succeed in quests and dungeons, and even boost the local economy. It features the opening theme “Prologue” by Nornis and an ending theme by Nakigoto, and is available to stream on Crunchyroll. The series stands out for its relaxed pace and detailed focus on crafting, foraging, and completing guild requests in the world of Madeus.

2. ‘Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill’ (2023)

‘Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill’ is about Tsuyoshi Mukouda, an office worker who is transported to a fantasy world. Instead of a powerful ability, he gains a skill that lets him order groceries from a modern Japanese supermarket! The anime, created by MAPPA and first shown between January and March 2023, follows Mukouda as he travels with a wolf named Fel and a slime named Sui, using his cooking to make them stronger. The show combines fantasy adventure with a focus on food, demonstrating how familiar ingredients and flavors can revolutionize the local food, economy, and the lives of adventurers. A second season premiered in October 2025, continuing Mukouda’s journey and further developing the world’s lore and a unique system of divine blessings. Outside of Asia, the show is available to stream on Crunchyroll.

1. ‘Gachiakuta’ (2025)

Based on Kei Urana’s manga, the anime ‘Gachiakuta’ takes place in a city in the sky. The story follows Rudo, a troubled teen wrongly accused of murder and banished to ‘The Pit’ – a dangerous, monster-filled junkyard. Produced by Bones Film and released in July 2025, the series brings the manga’s striking visuals and fast-paced action to life. While in The Pit, Rudo joins the Cleaners, a group that fights monsters using weapons made from trash and uncovers a connection between the city above and the wasteland below. You can watch ‘Gachiakuta’ on Crunchyroll with dubbing and subtitles in multiple languages, featuring Bryson Baugus as the voice of Rudo and Christopher Wehkamp as Enjin.

Share which of these anime you’re watching this week and what you think of them in the comments.

2025-11-09 05:50