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

The current streaming season on Crunchyroll is dominated by a mix of returning fan favorites and highly anticipated new releases for the winter period. Viewers are engaging with a wide variety of genres including high stakes action and heartwarming domestic fantasy. This list reflects the most popular titles currently capturing the attention of the global anime community. The rankings highlight which stories are resonating most with audiences as the year draws to a close.

‘SPY x FAMILY’ (2022–)

An elite spy named Twilight assumes the identity of Loid Forger to infiltrate an elite private school. He unknowingly adopts a telepathic daughter and enters a sham marriage with a professional assassin to complete his mission. The family must navigate their secret lives while maintaining the facade of a normal household to prevent a war between nations. This series blends intense espionage with heartwarming domestic comedy and intense action sequences.

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

This fantasy series follows a young noblewoman who develops a unique obsession with eating various magical creatures. Melphiera March becomes a culinary pioneer in a world where monsters are typically viewed only as dangerous threats. She partners with an influential knight to secure rare ingredients while exploring the biological wonders of her environment. The narrative focuses on the preparation of exotic dishes and the changing social perceptions of monster consumption.

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

A normal man is transported to another world where he chooses the humble profession of a gatherer instead of a powerful hero. He uses his survival skills to find rare herbs and materials in dangerous territories that others overlook. His journey highlights the importance of resourcefulness and knowledge over raw magical power in a fantasy ecosystem. The story features a slow paced exploration of a vibrant world filled with unique flora and fauna.

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

Scarlet is a noblewoman who breaks social conventions after her engagement is publicly terminated by an influential prince. She decides to stop playing the role of a delicate lady and uses her physical strength to settle grievances with her enemies. The series combines elements of Victorian style drama with high energy martial arts choreography. Fans enjoy the protagonist for her assertive personality and the satisfaction of seeing corrupt aristocrats held accountable.

‘Solo Leveling’ (2024–)

Sung Jinwoo starts as the weakest hunter in a world where humans must clear dangerous dungeons to survive. After a harrowing experience in a double dungeon he gains a unique leveling system that allows him to grow infinitely stronger. He battles terrifying monsters and rises through the ranks to become humanity’s greatest hope against supernatural threats. The show is known for its incredible animation quality and the rapid evolution of its main character.

‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020–)

Yuji Itadori is a high school student who swallows a cursed finger and becomes the host for a powerful spirit named Sukuna. He joins the Tokyo Jujutsu High School to learn how to exorcise dangerous curses and protect innocent people. The plot involves intricate supernatural battles and deep philosophical questions about the nature of death and morality. It has become a global phenomenon due to its complex characters and fluid battle animation.

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

Tsuyoshi Mukoda is summoned to a fantasy kingdom but possesses an auxiliary skill called Online Grocery. He uses this ability to order modern Japanese ingredients and cook delicious meals for his companions in the wilderness. His cooking attracts a legendary giant wolf named Fel who becomes his familiar in exchange for regular meals. The series focuses on the relaxing atmosphere of traveling and the joy of creating high quality food in a magical setting.

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

Akira Oda is a high schooler summoned to another world alongside his classmates to serve as heroes. He quickly discovers that his base stats as an assassin are significantly higher than the designated hero of the group. He decides to work from the shadows and use his stealth abilities to uncover the dark secrets of the kingdom that summoned them. The story explores themes of betrayal and the hidden power dynamics within a classic fantasy setting.

‘My Hero Academia’ (2016–)

In a society where most people possess superpowers known as Quirks Izuku Midoriya is born without any abilities. His life changes when he inherits the power of the legendary hero All Might and enrolls in a prestigious academy. He faces off against dangerous villains while learning what it truly means to be a symbol of peace for the world. This enduring series has captivated audiences with its large cast of diverse characters and emotional storytelling.

‘Gachiakuta’ (2025)

Ludo is a young man living in a slum who is falsely accused of a crime and cast into a mysterious abyss. In this wasteland of trash he discovers he can manifest special powers through items he considers valuable. He joins a group of warriors known as cleaners who fight off monsters born from discarded waste. The anime is praised for its unique urban aesthetic and energetic action sequences that emphasize the value of forgotten objects.

Tell us which of these series is your favorite this week in the comments.