It’s safe to say that anime has reached unprecedented heights of popularity over the years. Shows like “Attack on Titan” and “Demon Slayer” have achieved global success, with the latter having broken box office records with the international release of its various films. “One Piece” continues captivating audiences with its long-running journey for pirate treasure, and it even spawned a live-action series that people actually enjoy! On top of that, simulcasts for shows like “Chainsaw Man” and “Oshi no Ko” have made popular shows more successful and wide reaching than ever. The hype for all things anime only continues to grow.
If you’re looking to dive into the hottest shows, dip your toes in the genre for the first time, or even just on the hunt for your next anime binge-watch, look no further. There are plenty of streaming services that offer wide selections of anime for you to choose from. There’s plenty of overlap between them in terms of the more popular shows, but some services boast exclusive anime that you won’t find anywhere else. Here are some of the best places to watch anime and some of the exclusives that each one has so you can choose which one works best for your anime needs.
Crunchyroll
As a streaming service dedicated almost entirely to anime, Crunchyroll has all of your needs covered. Not only does it contain the latest episodes of popular shows, but it has over 1000 titles both new and old. Whether you want classics, obscure picks, or even shows you’ve never heard of, Crunchyroll has something for you.
As of this writing, they’re the current international streaming home of shows like “Gachiakuta” and “Apocalypse Hotel.” In 2026, it’ll also begin streaming the third season of “Oshi no Ko.”
Netflix
As the most prolific streaming service in the world, Netflix already has a wide variety of content to check out. It’s also home to plenty of anime! You’ve got your usual suspects like “Haikyu,” “One Piece,” and even “Jujutsu Kaisen.” But it’s also got a number of exclusive shows that you can try out.
Netflix is currently streaming shows like “The Summer Hikaru Died,” “Beastars,” and “Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.” It even has the exclusive streaming rights to Part 6 of “Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure,” with Part 7 to follow in 2026.
Hulu/Disney+
Because Hulu and Disney Plus share their libraries, you’re able to stream a lot of the same content between each platform. That includes their selection of anime! Catch exclusives like “Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War,” “Star Wars: Visions,” and “Undead Unlock.”
Hidive
Once upon a time, Hidive made a name for itself by being the exclusive streaming home of “Oshi no Ko,” one of the most popular anime of 2023. Though the series is now available on multiple services, Hidive is still a great source for other unsung gems and exclusives! We recommend “Rock Is a Lady’s Modesty” and “Ya Boy Kongming” to get you started.
Prime Video
Every anime season, Prime Video gets its hands on some juicy anime exclusives that are absolutely worth checking out. 2025 saw the service stream “City: The Animation,” a highly-anticipated comedy series from Kyoto Animation. You can also check out “Look Back,” a critically acclaimed film adaptation of the manga by “Chainsaw Man” creator Tatsuki Fujimoto.
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