‘Gachiakuta’ Still Tops Crunchyroll’s Top 10 Most-Watched Anime of the Week List

Crunchyroll remains the top choice for anime fans, offering a huge variety of shows – from popular, ongoing series to the latest seasonal favorites. Recent viewing numbers show people are enjoying everything from intense action and lighthearted fantasy adventures to stories that put a fresh spin on traditional romance. Viewers seem especially drawn to characters who break the mold, whether they’re using strength, cunning, or even cooking skills! This week’s most popular shows are the ones everyone is talking about and watching around the world.

‘SPY x FAMILY’ (2022–)

Twilight, a highly skilled spy, creates a fake family as part of a dangerous mission called Operation Strix. He adopts Anya, a daughter who can read minds, and marries Yor, an assassin – but neither of them knows the other’s true profession. The story cleverly mixes thrilling spy action with funny, everyday moments as they try to appear like a normal, happy family. Anya often provides comic relief, secretly using her telepathy to help her parents while keeping their secrets safe. The series’ core revolves around the tension between their hidden lives and the real connection they begin to form.

‘Pass the Monster Meat, Milady!’ (2025)

Melphiera Marchalrayd is a noblewoman who loves to cook and eat monster meat – a rather unusual hobby! This leads to an arranged marriage with the intimidating “Blood-Mad Duke” of Galbraith. Together, they journey into dangerous lands, searching for rare ingredients for her extraordinary recipes. The story blends fantasy romance with a cooking element that shakes up their high-society world. The series follows Melphiera as she charms her fearsome husband with her adventurous palate and impressive cooking abilities.

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

Takeru Kamishiro, an ordinary office worker, finds himself in the magical world of Madeus, but he isn’t destined to be a hero. Instead, he gains a special ability called ‘Search’ that lets him discover rare materials no one else can find. Takeru chooses to enjoy this new world at his own speed, using his skill to gather resources, create strong items, and build a fortune. The story follows his relaxed adventures as he makes friends with magical creatures and learns the ins and outs of the fantasy world’s economy, proving that being clever and resourceful is more important than just being strong.

‘Solo Leveling’ (2024–)

In a world threatened by deadly monsters, Sung Jinwoo begins as the weakest hunter. After barely surviving a dangerous double dungeon, he gains a unique ability to level up endlessly. This power allows him to turn defeated foes into loyal shadow soldiers, dramatically increasing his strength. The story follows Jinwoo’s journey from a desperate fight for survival to a quest to understand the mysteries of the dungeons, ultimately becoming a powerful, solitary ruler capable of facing even the strongest opponents.

‘Campfire Cooking in Another World with my Absurd Skill’ (2023–)

Mukoda finds himself transported to a fantasy world with three heroes, but his only skill is ordering groceries online. Realizing the kingdom is full of political intrigue, he uses his skill to bribe his way to freedom and travels on his own. His ability to buy modern food attracts Fel, a legendary Fenrir, who joins him in hopes of enjoying the tasty meals. The story follows their laid-back adventures as they explore dungeons and discover the delicious food of this magical world. It’s a cozy series focused on cooking, friendship, and enjoying life rather than saving the world.

‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–)

Izuku Midoriya’s quest to become a top hero intensifies in a world where almost everyone has superpowers. As the heroes confront the powerful League of Villains and a centuries-old threat named All For One, Class 1-A is tested like never before. The story delves into ideas of inheritance, selflessness, and the true meaning of heroism as society teeters on the brink of collapse. Epic battles will decide the future of both ordinary people and the entire hero system.

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

Scarlet El Vandimion is a noblewoman publicly embarrassed when her fiancé suddenly ends their engagement during a grand ball. Instead of falling apart, she asks for one last request before powerfully fighting back against those who mocked her. Known as the “Mad Dog Princess,” Scarlet uses her incredible strength to reveal wrongdoing and silence the nobles who oppose her. This anime flips the usual “villainess” story on its head – Scarlet solves problems with force, not clever politics. Her strong and satisfying fight against corruption keeps audiences hooked.

‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020–)

Yuji Itadori is still caught up in the dangerous world of Jujutsu Sorcerers, fighting against powerful, evil Curses created from people’s negative feelings. The situation gets even more intense with the Culling Game, where ancient sorcerers and cursed spirits fight for dominance. Yuji and his friends have to overcome challenging abilities and difficult choices to defeat Ryomen Sukuna, the King of Curses. The show features exciting, fast-paced battles that really highlight how complex and strategic the power system is. Expect a lot of tragedy and horror, as the characters struggle to survive in a world where happy endings are rare.

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

Akira Oda finds himself transported to a fantasy world with his classmates, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord. However, he’s assigned the often-underestimated role of Assassin. Despite the initial low expectations, Akira secretly possesses far greater stats than the chosen Hero. Distrustful of the kingdom’s motives, he uses his skills in stealth and immense power to work from the shadows, uncovering a sinister plot behind their summoning. Unlike many heroes in this genre, Akira is pragmatic and ruthless, forging his own path as he unravels the conspiracy.

‘Gachiakuta’ (2025)

Rudo, a young boy wrongly accused of a crime, is exiled to the Abyss – a dangerous, trash-filled wasteland inhabited by monsters. There, he discovers a special ability called Jinki, letting him transform objects into weapons by channeling energy into them. Fueled by a thirst for revenge against those who banished him, Rudo teams up with a group of survivors called the “Cleaners” to navigate the harsh landscape. The anime boasts a distinctive art style inspired by graffiti, perfectly capturing the bleak and gritty atmosphere of its dystopian world. Rudo’s story is a fight to stay alive and find himself in a society where people – and everything else – are easily discarded.

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2025-12-07 10:46