Akutami’s Beloved Fantasy Shounen Anime Is on Top of Crunchyroll’s Top 10 Most-Watched Anime of the Week List Once Again

The streaming landscape for Japanese animation continues to evolve as seasonal premieres and long-standing hits battle for dominance on global platforms. Crunchyroll’s current viewership trends reflect a mix of dark fantasy, high-octane action, and introspective storytelling that appeals to a wide demographic. This week’s list highlights the enduring popularity of established franchises alongside the rapid rise of new adaptations from light novels and manhwa. As fans eagerly consume the latest episodes, the diversity of the most-watched titles underscores the genre’s expansive reach in the modern entertainment industry.

‘Solo Leveling’ (2024–)

In a world where hunters must clear dungeons to protect humanity, Sung Jinwoo is widely ridiculed as the weakest of his kind. After a near-death encounter in a mysterious double dungeon, he gains the unique ability to level up his stats by completing real-world quests. The series follows his transformation from a vulnerable E-rank hunter into a powerful warrior capable of altering the fate of the world. This adaptation of the famous South Korean manhwa has been praised for its fluid action sequences and high-stakes character progression.

‘Fairy Gone’ (2019)

The story takes place in a post-war society where Fairy Soldiers, humans who underwent organ transplants to harness supernatural powers, struggle to integrate into civilian life. Marlya Noel is a new recruit for the government organization Dorothea, which is tasked with investigating and suppressing illegal fairy-related activities. As different factions vie for control over powerful fairy artifacts, Marlya must confront her own past and the complexities of a fragile peace. The series blends elements of dieselpunk aesthetics with supernatural combat to explore themes of identity and political fallout.

‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End’ (2023–)

After a decade-long quest to defeat the Demon King, the elven mage Frieren watches as her human companions age and eventually pass away. Realizing that her perception of time is vastly different from theirs, she embarks on a new journey to the northern lands to better understand the humans she once fought beside. She takes on a young apprentice named Fern and retraces the steps of her original adventure, finding new meaning in her immortality. The narrative is celebrated for its melancholic tone, beautiful art direction, and philosophical approach to the passage of time.

‘A Certain Scientific Accelerator’ (2019)

This spin-off of the ‘A Certain Magical Index’ franchise focuses on the highest-ranked esper in Academy City, known as Accelerator. While recovering from a debilitating brain injury, he becomes the guardian of a young girl named Last Order to atone for his past violent actions. His attempt at a peaceful recovery is thwarted when a necromantic organization threatens the safety of the city and its residents. Accelerator is forced back into combat, using his overwhelming vector manipulation powers to dismantle a conspiracy that targets the city’s unique espers.

‘Fire Force’ (2019–2020)

In a reality where humans spontaneously combust and turn into fiery monsters known as Infernals, specialized fire brigades are established to extinguish the threat. Shinra Kusakabe, a young man who can generate flames from his feet, joins Special Fire Force Company 8 to uncover the truth behind a tragic fire that killed his family. Along with his teammates, he battles increasingly powerful Infernals and discovers a sinister plot involving the Holy Sol Temple and a group known as the White-Clad. The show features a distinct visual style and fast-paced fight choreography that has earned it a dedicated following.

‘Hell’s Paradise’ (2023–)

Gabimaru the Hollow is a legendary ninja who has been sentenced to death but finds himself unable to die due to his immense physical resilience. He is offered a full pardon on the condition that he travels to a mysterious, lethal island to find the Elixir of Life for the Shogun. Accompanied by the executioner Yamada Asaemon Sagiri, he must face nightmarish monsters and other deadly criminals who are also seeking the elixir. The series balances visceral gore with psychological depth as the characters are forced to cooperate to survive the island’s unnatural environment.

‘ROLL OVER AND DIE: I Will Fight for an Ordinary Life with My Love and Cursed Sword!’ (2026–)

Flum Apricot is a young girl with zero combat stats who is sold into slavery after being deemed useless by a group of legendary heroes. While trapped in a horrific dungeon, she discovers a cursed sword that reverses her weaknesses, granting her incredible power at a high physical cost. She resolves to escape her captors and build a peaceful life alongside her companion, Milkit, while fending off those who discarded her. The story is known for its intense dark fantasy themes and the central relationship between its two female protagonists.

‘Jack-of-All-Trades, Party of None’ (2026–)

The series centers on an adventurer who possesses a wide variety of minor skills but fails to master any single discipline. Because he does not fit the traditional specialized roles required for high-level dungeon raiding, he is frequently ostracized and kicked out of prominent parties. The plot follows his journey to prove that versatility and strategic planning can be more effective than raw power in the face of unpredictable threats. It provides a unique look at the mechanics of fantasy role-playing worlds through the eyes of an underdog protagonist.

‘Sentenced to Be a Hero’ (2026–)

In a dark subversion of the hero genre, the most dangerous criminals in society are sentenced to the “punishment of heroism” on the front lines against the Demon King’s army. These convicts are forced to fight under the constant supervision of the military, serving as expendable soldiers in a war of attrition. The story focuses on the moral ambiguity of this system and the internal dynamics of a squad of condemned men trying to survive against impossible odds. It explores the concepts of redemption and state-mandated justice in a brutal, high-stakes setting.

‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ (2020–)

Yuji Itadori is an ordinary student whose life changes forever when he consumes a high-grade cursed object to protect his friends from a malevolent spirit. He becomes the host for Ryomen Sukuna, the most powerful curse in history, and is subsequently enrolled in Tokyo Jujutsu High School to be monitored and trained. Alongside his peers and his mentor Satoru Gojo, Yuji fights against Curses that are born from human negative emotions like fear and hatred. The series has become a global phenomenon due to its complex power system, detailed world-building, and high-quality production values.

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