15 Highest Rated Anime On Crunchyroll

In recent years, Crunchyroll has established itself as the go-to platform for anime streaming. However, with thousands of titles available across various genres and aimed at diverse audiences, it can be difficult to identify which series are worth watching before wasting time on shows that fail to live up to expectations. While many fans turn to sites like IMDb or platforms focused exclusively on anime content, such as MyAnimeList, Crunchyroll also has its own rating system, which offers valuable insight on the series users recommend. Crunchyroll uses a 5-star rating system, and an impressive number of series, ranging from all-time masterpieces to some of the medium's biggest hits, have reached the remarkable score of 4.9. While many anime rank highly on Crunchyroll, focusing on those with the highest volume of ratings also serves as an indicator of their popularity. But contrary to expectations, long-running classics like One Piece and Naruto have lower ratings compared to more recent titles. New anime may dominate Crunchyroll's top-rated titles, but some series from over a decade ago remain highly regarded and serve as a cornerstone for the platform's audience. 15 Kaguya-sama: Love Is War 4.9/5 out of 157.9k Rating Taking the expression "love is a battlefield" literally, Kaguya-sama: Love Is War became one of the most popular rom-com anime. It combines battles of wits with the agonizing tug-of-war between two proud lovebirds who are simply unable to express their feelings. Yet, it avoids becoming repetitive by mixing in all sorts of absurd situations involving the student council of an elite school. Kaguya-sama: Love Is War isn't afraid to be weird or to poke fun at its characters, who find themselves in embarrassing situations that seem at odds with their high intellect and elevated social status. Yet, it is precisely this contrast that makes the series so entertaining. It has also spawned viral scenes like "Chika's Dance," while getting viewers deeply invested in both the complex relationship between Kaguya and Shirogane and the lives of the other Shuchi'in Academy students. The anime elevated its source material, heading towards an original ending to avoid the manga's controversial conclusion. 14 Hunter x Hunter 4.9/5 out of 159.4k Rating Many Shonen Jump series have gone down in history, and Hunter x Hunter is undoubtedly one of them. It is no surprise, then, that it enjoys such high regard on Crunchyroll and other rating platforms. This second adaptation of Yoshihiro Togashi’s work arrived in 2011 and revolutionized anime forever. While viewers might expect much more than a boy's journey to become a hunter and track down his father, the anime embodies the true essence of adventure. Hunter x Hunter is well-executed, featuring a highly detailed power system, spectacular battles, some of the best-written villains in the medium, and one of the greatest story arcs in anime history. These merits have allowed Hunter x Hunter to transcend the shōnen demographic and rank among the greatest anime of all time, alongside titles like Fullmetal Alchemist. Even after being removed from Crunchyroll, Hunter x Hunter returned shortly thereafter, demonstrating its prominent place on the platform. 13 Haikyuu! 4.9/5 out of 162.3k Rating Haikyuu!! has become a true benchmark for sports anime, and new viewers continue to discover it with the same intensity as when it first premiered. It's not merely a story about volleyball, such as spiking the ball, keeping it off the ground, or scoring points, but rather about human connections. Haikyuu intertwines the ball and the lives of each player, showing how they evolve as individuals while striving to win as a team. Furthermore, the anime doesn't focus solely on Karasuno High School, but rival schools and players also have their backstories, perfectly capturing all sorts of emotions, like the frustration of hitting a wall regarding one's own abilities and even the despair of defeat. Haikyuu is full of highlights, from Hinata and Kageyama's iconic rivalry and hilarious characters to every single match featuring incredible plays that keep viewers absolutely captivated. If the anime has any downside, it is that every player is so memorable that it's impossible to pick a favorite, or perhaps the long wait for the next Haikyuu movie. 12 Gachiakuta 4.9/5 out of 272.1k Rating With its distinctively urban visual style and stunning animation by Bones, Gachiakuta revolutionized the mainstream shonen formula, becoming the breakout anime of 2025. Nominated for Anime of the Year at the Crunchyroll Awards, Gachiakuta is unapologetic in its eccentricity, following Rudo on a revenge-driven journey against those who framed him for his father's death, being at its core a story about social inequality and prejudice. Set in a dystopian, post-apocalyptic wasteland, Gachiakuta tackles gritty themes that not only critique a class-based social structure but also convey an environmentalist message against extreme materialism. What makes Gachiakuta unmissable is not just its fast-paced action and original power system, but also its unpredictable nature with mysteries that keep viewers on edge, all complemented by a quirky, refreshing cast of characters that ensures there isn't a single dull moment in the anime. 11 Hell’s Paradise 4.9/5 out of 275.4k Rating The lesser-known member of shonen's dark trio Hell's Paradise has steadily earned a solid spot among Crunchyroll's best new anime. Beyond the fact that MAPPA delivers top-notch animation quality, the series' main draw lies in how it constructs a story of redemption within an intense battle royale. The series follows a group of death-row prisoners, each paired with their executioner from a family of master swordsmen, who are sent to a sinister island, where they must obtain an elixir of immortality. The Shinsenkyo is a terrifying realm, so not only must characters fight against humans pursuing the same goal, but the island harbors lethal dangers waiting to be discovered at every turn. This makes Hell's Paradise eerie and violent, but its appeal lies in the contrast between the criminals and their guards and how they must set aside their differences to survive, all while the story explores themes of morality, humanity, and freedom. With spectacular battles and a fascinating power system, Hell's Paradise brims with qualities that make it a thrilling series to follow. 10 That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime 4.9/5 out of 366.4k Rating Although isekai is a genre with quite a few detractors, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime has managed to earn a top spot on Crunchyroll with a story that just keeps getting better. The series follows a man who reincarnates as a weak slime but, armed with the right skills, forges his path while gaining powers that border on the absurd. However, Rimuru Tempest’s journey is more than just an unbridled power fantasy, as it truly stands out thanks to its strong political element. The world-building in That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime is in a league of its own, showcasing how Rimuru builds his kingdom into a powerhouse, gains strong allies, and devises strategies amidst disputes due to the shifting power balances among Demon Lords. The action unfolds with mounting intensity that reaches unimaginable heights, turning every battle into a stunning visual spectacle and maintaining constant tension, regardless of how much Rimuru’s power grows. 9 Kaiju No. 8 4.9/5 out of 367k Rating As one of Shonen Jump's standout modern titles, Kaiju No. 8 demonstrated the impact an anime can have when it dares to feature a protagonist who breaks the mold. Centered on 32-year-old Kafka Hibino, whose dream of joining Japan’s Anti-Kaiju Defense Force to battle giant monsters seems increasingly out of reach, the anime embodies everything an underdog story should be, featuring an underdog protagonist with seemingly impossible goals who is willing to give his all to measure up to someone he admires. Beyond Kafka’s relatable journey of personal growth, which allows many viewers to connect with the story, the large-scale battles in Kaiju No. 8 against giant creatures capable of destroying a city in a single blow are a treat to the eyes. Furthermore, the members of the Defense Force forge a heartwarming and touching bond, creating lighthearted moments as they train and improve together, which adds an extra layer of appeal to the anime beyond the Kaiju action. 8 Frieren: Beyond Journey's End 4.9/5 out of 402.9k Rating Frieren: Beyond Journey's End quickly captured viewers' attention with its unique storyline in the fantasy genre, where most of the titles were filled with the journey of defeating the looming threat. Frieren turns the script upside down, as the story here begins after the Demon King has already been defeated and the heroes have already saved the world. That unique premise helped the series stand out in a season packed with action-heavy titles. Rather than relying on constant battles, Frieren focuses on the passage of time, memories, and the relationships people leave behind. It did not take long for viewers to embrace it. Following its breakout success, Frieren climbed to the top of MyAnimeList's rankings by dethroning Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, ending one of the longest runs at the number-one spot in anime history. For many fans, it was proof that a quieter, more reflective story could have just as much of an impact as the biggest action-packed shonens. 7 The Apothecary Diaries 4.9/5 out of 410.6k Rating At first glance, The Apothecary Diaries looks like a historical court drama, but it quickly proves it is much more than that. The story follows Maomao, a sharp-tongued apothecary with an unhealthy fascination with poisons and medicine. After being kidnapped and sold into the imperial palace, and thanks to her medical knowledge and habit of sticking her nose into everything, Maomao constantly ends up tangled in strange incidents. What starts as small mysteries soon turns into murder cases, political schemes, and secrets involving some of the most powerful people in the empire. A big reason the series became such a hit, though, is the chemistry between its two leads. Maomao's dry, unimpressed attitude bouncing off Jinshi's dramatic and often ridiculous behavior creates some of the funniest moments in the entire series. No matter how serious the mystery gets, their interactions never fail to lighten the mood. With Season 3 and an Apothecary Diaries movie already on their way, fans have plenty to look forward to in the near future. 6 Spy x Family 4.9/5 out of 438.4K Rating While most of these series are built around huge fights and fantasy elements, Spy x Family won people over with the wonderfully chaotic life of the Forger family, a group of people hiding secrets so ridiculous that it is a miracle they have not exposed themselves already. The setup is ridiculous in the best way possible. Loid is a spy trying to save the world through a fake family mission. Yor is secretly one of the deadliest assassins around. Anya can read minds, while Bond somehow sees pieces of the future. On paper, it sounds like complete chaos, and most of the time it absolutely is. What makes the series special is how effortlessly it jumps between genres. One episode can have Loid pulling off an impossible mission, the next can focus on Anya struggling through school, and somehow both feel equally entertaining.