Anime’s Spookiest Series Are Now Free-to-Watch for Halloween

Anime's Spookiest Series Are Now Free-to-Watch for Halloween

As a seasoned gamer and anime enthusiast with a soft spot for all things spooky, I can’t help but feel my heart race with excitement as October rolls around. The crisp autumn air, the crunch of leaves underfoot, and the haunting melodies of horror films echoing through the night – there’s nothing quite like it!


The leaves are changing and horror films are playing on repeat. October is finally here, and of course, that means the start of spooky season has come around. From goblins to ghouls, Halloween embraces all sorts of creepy tales. While some celebrate Halloween by binging Scream, others turn to anime each October. And thanks to Crunchyroll, a number of hit Halloween anime are now free to watch.

Indeed, it’s true! Exciting news for us gamers and anime enthusiasts: Crunchyroll is waiving the subscription fee on some premium titles! If you’re seeking a thrilling watch for your weekend binge, consider yourself fortunate!

Crunchyroll Unlocks Free Anime for Halloween

On Crunchyroll, there are currently 20 different anime series available for viewing at no cost, featuring advertisements. This lineup ranges from timeless favorites to contemporary sensations. To see the entire selection of complimentary titles, check out the list provided here:

  • Angels of Death
  • Another
  • Attack on Titan
  • Berserk (2016)
  • Blood Blockade Battlefront
  • Chainsaw Man
  • Danganronpa: The Animation
  • Devil May Cry
  • Hell’s Paradise
  • Hellsing Ultimate
  • Higurashi: When They Cry (GOU & SOTSU)
  • Junji Ito Collection
  • Mieruko-Chan
  • Overlord
  • Soul Eater
  • The Case Study of Vanitas
  • The Future Diary
  • The Promised Neverland
  • Tokyo Ghoul
  • X

It’s clear that Crunchyroll is offering some exceptionally terrifying series at no cost to view. Among the top horror picks in anime, “Another” and “Higurashi: When They Cry” have a dedicated following. In terms of popularity, it’s challenging to surpass “Chainsaw Man,” which garnered significant attention upon its debut as a Shonen Jump series. Lastly, nobody delivers horror quite like Junji Ito, known for his chilling stories. This season, you can watch his anime anthology without charge.

What Are the Best Halloween Anime?

It’s apparent that Crunchyroll is pulling out all the stops for Halloween, as this season is particularly significant in the anime world. Anime enthusiasts at ComicBook have even curated their own list of top picks for Halloween celebrations. Some of these recommendations are featured in Crunchyroll’s current campaign, such as Soul Eater. However, don’t forget to explore some other classic titles they’ve chosen too!

Devilman Crybaby is a must-watch pick on Netflix while Paranoia Agent is streaming on Amazon Prime. Uzumaki, a brand-new anime release, is also streaming on Max. The ambitious anime adaptation is being hailed as Ito’s best ever, and new episodes of Uzumaki are dropping weekly. And if psychological horror is more your style, we suggest you check out Perfect Blue, one of anime’s greatest films directed by Satoshi Kon.

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2024-10-02 18:40