Want to know which anime series and anime films (specifically those streamed by Crunchyroll) are heading to Blu-ray come May 2023? Well, as you might expect: Crunchyroll is here to fill us in on that.

Every Crunchyroll Anime in Blu-ray Form: May 2023

'Violet Evergarden the Movie' NA horizontal key art.
With Violet Evergarden as the star of this show.

Crunchyroll is proud to announce every anime coming to Blu-ray (as well as DVD and 4K UHD) come May 2023. The list this time is quite extensive, with (as you can see above) the highlight of today’s show being Violet Evergarden the Movie. If you liked this early 20th century war drama anime starring a former child soldier dealing with some serious PTSD, then you might want to grab this Blu-ray release when it arrives.

It’s not just Violet Evergarden who’s arriving in May though. We’ve got romantic comedies, thrillers, fantasies, and even slice of life stories for those who want a nice relaxing anime adventure.

You can find the full list of May 2023 Blu-ray releases for Crunchyroll anime (as well as links to their page on the Crunchyroll store) below:

May 2023 Crunchyroll Blu-ray Releases

May 2

Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie – The Complete Season – Blu-ray

'Shikimori’s Not Just a Cutie - The Complete Season' Blu-ray spread.
A romantic comedy for those who like reversed traditional gender roles and LGBTQ themes.

Tomodachi Game – The Complete Season – Blu-ray

'Tomodachi Game - The Complete Season" Blu-ray spread.
Despite the title, you can tell this is a dark thriller anime.

May 9

Aoashi – Season 1 Part 1 – Blu-ray (Previously announced; release date moved to May from April)

'Aoashi - Season 1 Part 1' Blu-ray spread.
Boy, soccer anime sure is popular nowadays.

Restaurant to Another World 2 (Season 2) Limited Edition – Blu-ray / DVD

'Restaurant to Another World 2 (Season 2) Limited Edition' Blu-ray/DVD spread.
When fantasy races meet delicious cuisine.

Restaurant to Another World 2 (Season 2) – Blu-ray

'Restaurant to Another World 2 (Season 2)' Blu-ray spread.
When fantasy races meet delicious cuisine: the budget version.

May 16

Aharen-san wa Hakarenai – The Complete Season – Blu-ray

'Aharen-san wa Hakarenai - The Complete Season' Blu-ray spread.
AKA: The Romance of the Weirdoes.

The Dawn of the Witch – The Complete Season – Blu-ray (North America / Australia and New Zealand) 

'The Dawn of the Witch - The Complete Season' Blu-ray spread.
At last, a classic fantasy adventure anime. With strong female main characters to boot.

The Greatest Demon Lord is Reborn as a Typical Nobody – The Complete Season – Blu-ray

'The Greatest Demon Lord is Reborn as a Typical Nobody' Blu-ray spread.
I don’t think the light novel author understands what a “typical nobody” is.

May 23

DATE A LIVE IV – The Complete Season – Blu-ray and DVD

'DATE A LIVE IV - The Complete Season' Blu-ray/DVD spread.
Oh god, not this. Why is this misogynistic anime so popular?!

Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs – The Complete Season – Blu-ray

'Trapped in a Dating Sim: The World of Otome Games is Tough for Mobs' Blu-ray spread.
Is it just me, or does this anime too have shades of misogyny in it?

May 30

Violet Evergarden the Movie – Limited Edition – 4K UHD and Blu-ray

'Violet Evergarden the Movie - Limited Edition' 4K UHD + Blu-ray spread.
This is for all those fans utterly obsessed with the Violet Evergarden anime.

Violet Evergarden the Movie – Standard Edition – 4K UHD and Blu-ray

'Violet Evergarden the Movie - Standard Edition' 4K UHD + Blu-ray spread.
And this is for those Violet Evergarden fans looking to watch their budget.

Requiem of the Rose King – Part 2 – Blu-ray

'Requiem of the Rose King - Part 2' Blu-ray spread.
For those medieval history fans who really want to watch War of the Roses in anime form.

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