‘Gachiakuta’ Still Continues as Crunchyroll’s Most-Watched Anime of the Week

Crunchyroll has solidified its position as the leading global platform for fans to stream their favorite Japanese animation. The current lineup features a mix of long standing epics and brand new seasonal premieres that dominate social media conversations. Many of these shows are adapted from popular manga or light novels and have garnered massive international followings. The following series represent the most popular titles currently capturing the attention of the worldwide audience.

‘One Piece’ (1999–)

Monkey D. Luffy and his Straw Hat Crew navigate the Grand Line in search of the legendary treasure left by Gold Roger. The journey encompasses hundreds of unique islands and intense battles against the World Government and rival pirates. This long running adaptation of the manga by Eiichiro Oda has become a global cultural phenomenon. It continues to release new episodes that chronicle the crew’s quest for ultimate freedom.

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

This story follows a young magician who is cast out of the royal court after his abilities are deemed insufficient. He sets out on a journey to prove his worth and refine his magical prowess through rigorous training and combat. The narrative explores themes of redemption and the discovery of hidden potential within a fantasy world. It is part of a new wave of fantasy adaptations captivating viewers during the current winter season.

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

A protagonist is transported to a magical realm where they must survive by collecting resources and items. Unlike traditional heroes who focus solely on combat the lead character utilizes gathering skills to navigate challenges and build a life. The world is filled with dangerous creatures and mysterious ruins that require clever survival tactics to overcome. This series highlights a more tactical approach to the popular portal fantasy genre.

‘SPY x FAMILY’ (2022–)

Agent Twilight must create a fake family to infiltrate an elite private school and get close to a political target. He unknowingly adopts a telepathic daughter and enters a marriage of convenience with a professional assassin. The trio struggles to keep their secret identities hidden from each other while maintaining the facade of a normal household. The show blends high stakes espionage with heartwarming domestic comedy and character growth.

‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–)

In a world where most people possess superpowers known as Quirks Izuku Midoriya is born without one but still dreams of becoming a hero. After a chance encounter with the world’s greatest hero he inherits a legendary power and enrolls in a prestigious academy. The students of the first year class face escalating threats from a league of villains while mastering their unique abilities. This series examines the burden of legacy and the true meaning of heroism in a superhuman society.

‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020–)

Yuji Itadori enters the world of Jujutsu Sorcerers after consuming a cursed finger belonging to a powerful demon. He joins the Tokyo Prefectural Jujutsu High School to learn how to exorcise curses and protect humanity. The plot follows his training alongside classmates as they confront dangerous supernatural entities across Japan. The series is known for its intricate power system and fluid animation sequences during intense battles.

‘Solo Leveling’ (2024–)

Sung Jinwoo is an E Rank hunter who barely survives the most dangerous dungeons until he discovers a system that allows him to level up. This mysterious interface provides him with quests and rewards that transform him from the world’s weakest hunter into a formidable force. He navigates a reality where gates to other dimensions threaten human civilization and only hunters can stop them. The adaptation is based on the highly popular South Korean web novel and manhwa.

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

Tsuyoshi Mukoda is summoned to a fantasy kingdom only to realize his only skill is an Online Grocery power that lets him buy modern goods. He decides to leave the royal court and travel the world while cooking delicious meals using high quality ingredients from Japan. His culinary skills attract a powerful legendary wolf who becomes his familiar in exchange for regular gourmet food. The series emphasizes relaxation and the joy of cooking within a traditional adventure setting.

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

Akira Oda is transported to a fantasy world along with his classmates where everyone receives specialized combat roles. While his classmates become traditional heroes Akira finds that his stats as an assassin are significantly higher than anyone else in the group. He chooses to operate from the shadows to uncover the truth behind their summoning and the dark secrets of the kingdom. The story follows his journey as he uses his stealth and lethal skills to navigate a world full of deception.

‘Gachiakuta’ (2025)

Rudo lives in the slums and survives by collecting trash until he is falsely accused of a crime and thrown into the Abyss. In this subterranean wasteland he discovers that he can manifest physical weapons from the discarded items he treasures. He joins forces with a group known as the Cleaners to fight back against the monsters that inhabit the depths. The series features a unique urban fantasy aesthetic and explores themes of societal waste and personal value.

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