Where to Watch Anime Online
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What We Don't Like Download option not available on Xbox One consoles, meaning you'll need a reliable internet connection to stream content in real-time. Servers nowhere near as fast as Netflix's, so you may encounter some buffering and image distortion if your connection is slow. The Microsoft Store is Microsoft's digital marketplace for apps, ebooks, video games, movies, and TV series. It's available on Windows 10 PCs and tablets, Windows phones, and Xbox consoles. Buying content on one device, such as a PC, makes it available on other devices that use the same Microsoft account, such as an Xbox One. The store has an impressive collection of dubbed and subbed anime shows and movies available from niche series to more popular ones like Dragon Ball Super and Boruto. After purchasing an anime season or movie in the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10 device or Xbox console, you can watch it through the Movies & TV app. 04 of 05
Where to Watch Anime Online
Free and paid sites give you plenty of options
By Brad Stephenson Brad Stephenson Freelance Contributor Western Sydney University Brad Stephenson is a freelance tech and geek culture writer with 12+ years' experience. He writes about Windows 10, Xbox One, and cryptocurrency. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on January 13, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Streaming TV, Movies, & More Netflix Hulu Disney+ Prime Video Apple TV+ Favorite Events Watching anime series and movies online is a popular pastime for fans of any age. As a result, there are now numerous services that allow users to stream or download their favorite dubbed and subbed anime for free or as part of a monthly paid subscription plan. Here are some of the best places to watch anime online. 01 of 05Netflix
Netflix, inc. What We Like Also provides access to regular movies and shows, making it a great value for the money. What We Don't Like Lacks a lot of mainstream anime series due to many American anime companies choosing to keep their series and films as exclusives. Most people don't think of Netflix as a source of anime but the streaming service has a large library of licensed anime series and movies. It has even begun producing its own Netflix Original anime by funding several animation studios in Japan. Some anime series and movies to check out on Netflix are Aggretsuko, Attack on Titan, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Knights of Sidona, and Glitter Force, the Netflix-produced English dub of the popular Japanese anime, Pretty Cure. Netflix has official apps on almost every device imaginable from smart TVs and Blu-ray players to gaming consoles and smartphones. You can also stream anime via the Netflix website. Monthly subscription fees start at $8.99 with a 30-day free trial for first-time users. 02 of 05Crunchyroll
Screenshot What We Like Regularly offers new episodes of popular anime series for viewing minutes after airing in Japan. What We Don't Like Servers often have a hard time keeping up with user demand when a new anime episode debuts on the platform, resulting in poor image and sound quality. Crunchyroll is one of the biggest and longest-running anime streaming services. Looking to watch all 1,000+ episodes of the One Piece anime series or maybe all 500+ episodes of Naruto Shippuden? Crunchyroll has you covered, and then some. Simulcast episodes—which air concurrently in Japan—look the same as they do on Japanese TV but have English subtitles. This is great for hardcore anime fans who don't want their favorite series spoiled for them. Many anime shows also offer the English-dubbed version for those that don't like to read subtitles while watching TV. Crunchyroll offers free anime streaming to all users. However, those who pay for the Premium subscription ($6.95/month) are given access to anime simulcasts, ad-free viewing, and HD image quality. Official Crunchyroll apps are available on most major gaming consoles, iOS, and Android smartphones and tablets, Chromecast, and Roku. Users can also watch anime online via the Crunchyroll website. 03 of 05Microsoft Store
Screenshot What We Like Once an anime film or TV episode is purchased, it can be downloaded onto a Windows 10 PC or tablet for viewing offline. Frequently offers the first episode of a series for free.What We Don't Like Download option not available on Xbox One consoles, meaning you'll need a reliable internet connection to stream content in real-time. Servers nowhere near as fast as Netflix's, so you may encounter some buffering and image distortion if your connection is slow. The Microsoft Store is Microsoft's digital marketplace for apps, ebooks, video games, movies, and TV series. It's available on Windows 10 PCs and tablets, Windows phones, and Xbox consoles. Buying content on one device, such as a PC, makes it available on other devices that use the same Microsoft account, such as an Xbox One. The store has an impressive collection of dubbed and subbed anime shows and movies available from niche series to more popular ones like Dragon Ball Super and Boruto. After purchasing an anime season or movie in the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10 device or Xbox console, you can watch it through the Movies & TV app. 04 of 05