Few things served as a gateway to anime like Cartoon Network’sToonamiand Adult Swim, which is why it’s so exciting that an iconic series from the network’s storied history is finally streaming for free. As of May 1st, 2025,InuYashahas its own dedicated streaming channel on Pluto TV, meaning the series is freely available to watch for anyone wanting a nostalgic return to the early days of Western anime fandom.
Unlike other streaming services, Pluto aims to recreate the traditional TV watching experience. While individual episodes are available, the service also offers a live broadcast of the series in order, meaning fans can relive the days of catching random episodes. In addition to the live broadcast, Pluto offers all 167 episodes ofInuyashaon demand, in addition to the series' sequel movieInuyasha: The Final Act. Fans wanting moreInuyashacan also watch all 48 episodes of the series' sequel,Yashahime - Princess Half-Demonon Pluto.
Pluto TV Bets Big On Anime
The Free Streamer Has A Wide Variety Of Anime For Retro Fans
Though Pluto TV might not be as well-known for anime as streaming giants like Netflix and Crunchyroll, the free service offers a wide breadth of anime with massive followings.Classic anime likeSailor Moon,Yu-Gi-Oh!, andOne Pieceare available right alongside fan favorites likeJoJo’s Bizarre Adventureandsome of the most underrated anime of all time likeKaiba. All of this, combined with the fact that it’s completely free, makes Pluto TV enticing for budget-conscious anime fans.
Though Pluto TV does have ads, much like traditional TV, that is becoming increasingly common even for paid streaming services. Both Hulu and Netflix’s base prices include ads now, so fans really aren’t missing much if they choose to get their anime fix through Pluto rather than through a paid service.
Why Fans Should Be Excited About Inuyasha Coming To Pluto
The Series Is A Foundational Work From One Of The Medium’s Masters
Premiering in America in 2002,Inuyashawas a staple of Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim block until the series was removed in 2014. In 2012,Inuyashabecame a part of Toonami’s storied legacy when the iconic block was revived and folded into Adult Swim. Offering an exciting mix of action, romance, and mystery,Inuyashaplayed a huge role in shaping early anime fandom in the West. In particular,Inuyashawas famous for its dedicated female following, expanding interest in anime well past the audience for more macho anime likeDragon Ball.
The anime adaptation of Rumiko Takahashi’s originalInuyashamanga was a game-changer for anime, so it being made freely available on Pluto is great. The series was already available on streaming services like Prime Video, Netflix, and Hulu, but it being free on Pluto just expands access to it even further. While fans might not have had a dearth of ways to watch it before,Inuyashais a classic series, so seeing it become easier to watch is another win for anime preservation.
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InuYasha follows Kagome Higurashi, a modern-day teenager who discovers she is the reincarnation of a priestess and possesses the legendary Shikon Jewel. Transported to feudal Japan, she meets InuYasha, a half-demon, and they embark on an adventure amidst a world filled with demons and mystical events.
