With animation being on par with some of the best shows we’ve ever seen and a new ending theme released at the end of every single episode, Chainsaw Man is easily attracting the attention of both casual and hardcore anime fans everywhere. Last year, this anime managed to get millions of views with the release of its trailer alone! The show is definitely living up to the hype so far and is a must-watch in my opinion. With that being said, here is a list of the 5 best places where you can watch Chainsaw Man Online.

Chainsaw Man Plot

In Chainsaw Man, we follow the story of a young man named Denji. After the death of his father, Denji’s life became a living nightmare. In order to pay off the huge debt of his father, he is forced to become a tool for the Yakuza. Eating close to nothing on a daily basis and being forced to fight devils along with his pet devil Pochita, Denji never got to experience a normal teenage life.

However, Denji’s life completely changes after he fuses with Pochita. Now, he only wants to do what he can to survive while pursuing his dream of having a normal life and a hot girlfriend.

Where to Watch Chainsaw Man

  1. Netflix
  2. Crunchyroll
  3. VRV
  4. Amazon Prime
  5. Hulu

PLEASE NOTE: All the platforms mentioned in this article are legal, so you might have to pay for a better experience.

1. Netflixchainsaw man netflix

Sadly, Chainsaw Man is only available for streaming in Japan on Netflix. However, you can easily bypass this problem with the help of Nord VPN!

How to Watch Chainsaw Man on Netflix via VPN

This method works on both desktop PCs and mobile phones or tablets.

  1. Purchase (or start a free trial) of a VPN. I can confirm that NordVPN works for this purpose.
  2. In the settings, choose Japan as your location.
  3. Fire up the VPN and wait for it to do its magic
  4. Once you’re connected, navigate to Netflix (browser or app)
  5. Search “Chainsaw Man” in the Netflix search bar, and you should see the show pop up.

NordVPN banner (Nord VPN)

Enjoy! Please note that if your Netflix library doesn’t update to reflect the country you selected in your VPN, you may have to clear the Netflix cache first and try again.

To do this on mobile, go to settings -> apps -> Netflix -> clear cache. To do this on PC, you have to clear the cache in your web browser.

I’ve had no trouble using this method and I still use NordVPN to watch anime from various Netflix country libraries daily.

Another problem to consider while opting for Netflix is that the show will only become available once all of the episodes have been released. This option is best for all you binge-watchers!

Pros:

  • Huge library of anime and TV-shows available.
  • Free trial available.
  • Amazing interface.
  • Netflix party lets you watch your favorite show with a friend.

Cons:

  • The library of anime available on the platform is smaller compared to the first two options on this list.
  • Nothing is available for free.
  • While the show is listed on Netflix, you will have to wait for a few weeks for it to become available.

Price:

The basic package of Netflix (with ads) costs 6.99 USD per month. You can switch to the 9.99 package for an ad-free experience. The standard and premium packages cost 15.49 USD per month and 19.99 USD per month respectively.

2. CrunchyrollChainsaw man Crunchyroll

After the recent announcement about Funimation and Crunchyroll merging together, Crunchyroll has easily become the go-to platform for anime streaming. You can watch Chainsaw Man both dubbed and subbed on Crunchyroll. The anime is available in most regions for free!

Pros:

  • You get access to a huge library of anime instantly.
  • Chainsaw Man can be watched in English or Japanese
  • You can watch Chainsaw man for free.
  • 14-day trial available!

Cons:

  • You can only watch anime and a few Asian dramas on this platform.

Price:

You can get the Fan package of Crunchyroll for only 7.99 USD per month and watch all the anime and dramas available on the platform without ads. You can pay a bit more to enjoy extra perks as well. The most expensive package costs 14.99 USD per month.

3. VRVChainsaw Man VRV

The second-best option for watching chainsaw man online is VRV. VRV is actually a very flexible anime streaming platform that combines other popular streaming platforms. Chainsaw Man is available in English and Japanese. VRV is also a free streaming option, but there are a lot of ads.

Pros:

  • Chainsaw Man is available subbed and dubbed.
  • 30-day trial available.
  • You can watch Chainsaw Man for free if you don’t mind the ads.
  • Amazing interface.

Cons:

  • You can only watch anime on the platform.
  • The price is higher than Crunchyroll.

Price:

The monthly membership of VRV costs 9.99 USD.

4. Amazon PrimeChainsaw Man Amazon Prime

While Amazon Prime is an amazing platform that lets you watch thousands of TV-shows and gives you many other perks while shopping, it is not my favorite place to watch Chainsaw man online. Chainsaw Man is available in very limited regions on this platform, so you’ll probably need a VPN.

Pros:

  • All the latest episodes are available.
  • You will get access to a lot of other shows and services with an Amazon Prime subscription.
  • Free trial is available.

Cons:

  • Only the subbed version is available.
  • You will probably need a VPN.
  • The library of anime available on the platform is small.
  • Nothing is available for free.

Price:

Currently, Amazon Prime Video membership costs 8.99 USD per month. You can also get the complete Amazon Prime subscription with some extra perks for 14.99 USD per month or 139 USD per year.

5. HuluChainsaw Man Hulu

All the latest episodes of Chainsaw Man are also being made available on Hulu as soon as they air. However, only the subbed version of the show is available.

Pros:

  • You get access to tons of other TV-shows and anime series.
  • Free trial is available.

Cons:

  • Dubbed version is not available.
  • You still get ads after purchasing the most affordable paid subscription of Hulu.
  • The library of anime available on the platform is small.
  • Nothing is available for free.

Price:

The first package of Hulu starts at only 7.99 USD per month. However, this package does include annoying ads. You can pay 14.99 USD per month to get rid of all ads and get the complete streaming experience. The most expensive subscription costs 69.99 USD and includes Disney+ and ESPN+.


This was a list of the 5 best places to watch Chainsaw Man online. I hope you were able to find a platform that suits your needs. Please remember that if you’re using a VPN to use one of the platforms above, you may need to clear your cache for it to work. Do you know a better place to watch this anime? Let us know in the comments below.

If you liked this anime, you might also want to check out this article on where to watch One Punch Man.

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