Classroom of the Elite is a popular high school anime that makes the genre enjoyable by adding psychological aspects to the mix. The first season of this anime released back in 2017, and the show only recently returned with a second season in 2022. If you like well-written characters and suspense-filled stories, then you should definitely watch this anime! Today, we’ll talk about the 5 best platforms where you can watch Classroom of the Elite online. For those of you that are die-hard fans of the series, I’ll also mention a few places that let you purchase the Blu-ray edition.
Plot of Classroom of the Elite
The story of Classroom of the Elite takes place in Koudo Ikusei Senior High School – A place that looks like heaven from afar. While most students in this institute enjoy extreme freedom, it is not true for the ones unfortunate enough to end up in the lower-ranked grades.
Our protagonist in the story is a boy named Kiyotaka Ayanokouji. Along with a few other interesting characters, this boy ended up in class D. Now, these students must struggle hard just to survive at this place.
Where to Watch Classroom of the Elite
PLEASE NOTE: All the platforms mentioned in this article are legal, so you might have to pay for a better experience.
1. Netflix
Netflix lets you enjoy both seasons of Classroom of the Elite. However, the language availability is not as good as the other platforms on the list. Also, the show is only available in Japan and India, so you will probably need a VPN.
How to Watch Classroom of the Elite on Netflix via VPN
This method works on both desktop PCs and mobile phones or tablets.
- Purchase (or start a free trial) of a VPN. I can confirm that NordVPN works for this purpose.
- In the settings, choose Japan as your location.
- Fire up the VPN and wait for it to do its magic.
- Once you’re connected, navigate to Netflix (browser or app.)
- Search “Classroom of the Elite” in the Netflix search bar, and you should see the show pop up.
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.
Pros:
- Tons of other TV shows and anime are also available on the platform.
- Free trial available.
Cons:
- You will probably need to use a VPN.
- Language availability is not good.
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. Crunchyroll
Both seasons of Classroom of the Elite are available to watch on Crunchyroll. You can even watch the first season for free if you don’t mind the ads.
Pros:
- Both seasons are available in English, Japanese and multiple other languages.
- You can watch season 1 for free.
- A free trial is available.
- Many other anime series and Asian dramas are also available on the platform.
Cons:
- You can only watch anime and a handful of Asian dramas on the 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. VRV
VRV is actually a different type of subscription service that combines the shows available on many different streaming platforms to give anime fans a better experience. Both seasons of Classroom of the Elite are available on VRV dubbed and subbed. You can also watch your favorite shows for free on VRV if you don’t mind the ads.
Pros:
- Both seasons are available in English, Japanese and multiple other languages.
- You can watch season 1 for free.
- Many other anime series are also available for streaming.
- Free trial is available.
Cons:
- More expensive compared to Crunchyroll.
- Only anime available on the platform.
Price:
The monthly membership of VRV costs 9.99 USD.
4. Funimation
Funimation also has both seasons of Classroom of the Elite. However, the available languages are pretty limited compared to the previous two options on the list.
Pros:
- Both seasons are available.
- First season can be watched for free.
- Free trial available.
Cons:
- A Funimation subscription might not be the best investment right now as it will soon be merging with Crunchyroll.
- Limited language options.
- Only Anime available on the platform.
Price:
The most affordable package of Funimation costs 7.99 USD per month. However, you will have to pay 9.99 USD for the premium plus package if you want to enjoy offline streaming.
5. Amazon Prime
You can also watch Classroom of the Elite on Amazon. However, the show is not available as a part of the subscription, so you will have to purchase individual episodes.
Pros:
- Each episode you buy is yours to keep forever.
- Both seasons are available.
Cons:
- Purchasing each episode can be very expensive.
- You won’t be able to enjoy any other TV shows or anime series.
Price:
The series is not available with the Amazon Prime membership, so you will have to purchase individual episodes of the show. You can purchase individual episodes for 2.99 USD or an entire season for around 24 USD.
Classroom of the Elite Blu-Ray
Of course, if you are a huge fan of the series then merely streaming it online won’t get you satisfied. Only one volume of the second season Blu-Ray edition has been released so far. You can get the complete Blu-Ray disc set for the first season by clicking on the link below:
https://store.crunchyroll.com/products/classroom-of-the-elite-the-complete-series
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