Animeis a vast medium with its own genres and tropes, and it can be difficult to decide just where to start. That’s why we have looked through the many available titles on Netflix to bring you the best of the best. There is something on this list for everyone: kid-friendly animation unlike anythingDisneyorPixarhas to offer, non-stop action with epic stories told across hundreds of episodes, or even the kind of mature and even gory series that you’re able to’t find in Western animation. Here are the best anime series on Netflix.
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Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Netflix.
Editor’s note: This article was updated June 2025 to include DanDaDan.
‘DanDaDan’ (2024 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.4/10
Based on the Japanese manga series written and illustrated byYukinobu Tatsu,DanDaDanis a wild and fantastical adventure series following Momo (Shion Wakayama) and Okarun (Natsuki Hanae) as they are thrust into an unknown world of mysterious creatures and superhuman powers. Boasting a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score for good reason,DanDaDanis a vibrant, exciting anime with all the hallmarks of a series that will live long in the memories of fans. With Season 2 just around the corner, now is the perfect time to catch up. -Jake Hodges
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‘Sakamoto Days’ (2025 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 66% | IMDb: 7.8/10
Sakamoto Days
Based on the Japanese manga series written and illustrated byYuto Suzuki,Sakamoto Daysis an anime series produced by TMS Entertainment and directed byMasaki Watanabe. The show follows Taro Sakamoto, a retired hitman who has settled down to a peaceful family life. However, his peace is disrupted when people from his past come seeking revenge, forcing Sakamoto to use his exceptional combat skills to protect his loved ones while maintaining his mundane facade. The series’ Japanese voice cast starsTomokazu Sugita,Nobunaga Shimazaki,Ayane Sakura, and more, withMatthew Mercer,Dallas Liu,Rosalie Chiang, and more voicing the English dub.
Sakamoto Dayspremiered the first part of its first season in January 2025 on TV Tokyo, with the second course set to be released in July 2025. The original manga is a beloved series with many fans, some of whom were disappointed by the show’s animation work. However, on its own terms, the series is an entertaining action comedy. Sure, it may not be as great as the manga, butSakamoto Daysis still one of the better anime shows on Netflix and a genuinely enjoyable watch for action fans.
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.3/10
Zom 100: Bucket List of the Dead
Based on theHaro Asômanga of the same name,ZOM 100: Bucket List of the Deadis a horror dramedy about life after a zombie apocalypse. We follow a young man named Akira whose life job took so much from him that he now chooses to live life to the fullest. The show uses these relatable themes and the zombie backdrop to launch a funny, heartfelt story about learning to live again.ZOM 100: Bucket Listof the Dead is a series that will have you smiling from ear to ear.–Michael Thomas
‘My Happy Marriage’ (2023 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.7/10
My Happy Marriage
Based on the light novel-turned-manga series byAkumi Agitogi,My Happy Marriageis a romance series based on an alternate Japanese history where magic and spirits exist in the 19th century. The story follows Miyo Saimori, a young woman without any special abilities in a world of mysticism, which causes her to be forced into servitude and eventually sent off to marry a notoriously cruel and domineering army commander named Kiyoka Kudou. Anyone familiar with the aspirational nature of Shōjo romances knows that, although the relationship starts off tense and sometimes abhorrent, the two protagonists will eventually see something in each other that makes them feel complete. For newcomers to anime, this series is basicallyCinderellameetsBeauty and the Beast…but the beast is HOT!Watch on Netflix
‘Vinland Saga’ (2019 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 8.8/10
Vinland Saga
Vinland Sagais a Japanese anime inspired by the manga of the same name. Created byMakoto Yukimura,Vinland Sagafollows a young boy named Thorfinn (Yûto Uemura), who, after his father’s death, sets out on a revenge mission, determined to find his father’s killer. Through his adventures alongside Vikings, Thorfinn attempts to stay honorable. But over the course of the series, he is sold into servitude and struggles with the realities of his life. A darker series,Vinland Sagafocuses on Thorfinn’s mental state, earning critical praise for its approach to violence and the effects thereof.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
‘Record of Ragnarok’ (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 75% | IMDb: 6.5/10
Record of Ragnarok
Record of Ragnarokis an action-packed anime series directed byMasao Ōkubo, inspired by the manga written byShinya UmemuraandTakumi Fukui. A dark fantasy series,Record of Ragnarokfocuses on exciting adventures and intricate martial arts.Record of Ragnarokis about a grand fighting tournament battling for the survival of humanity. With an eclectic roster of characters,Record of Ragnarokhighlights how prominent historical figures and diverse gods from a variety of mythologies fight to preserve life from eradication. With a voice cast includingMiyuki Sawashiro,Tomoyo Kurosawa, andTomokazu Seki,Record of Ragnarokis available with subtitles and dubbed.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
‘Romantic Killer’ (2022 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 7.6/10
Romantic Killer
Romantic Killeris an adorably clever anime series inspired by the manga fromWataru Momose.Romantic Killerfollows Anzu Hoshino (Rie Takahashi), a single, ordinary teenage girl who focuses more on video games and her cat than boys. When the magical wizard-like creature Riri (Mikako Komatsu) transports Anzu to an altered reality, she finds herself forced to befriend the attractive and popular Tsukasa Kazuki (Yuichiro Umehara) if she has any hope to see her cat and home again. Through heart and humor,Romance Killerconfronts a relatable part of growing up through a whimsically cute premise.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’ (2019 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.6/10
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba
Based onKoyoharu Gotouge’s popular sword-fighting action-adventure manga,Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaibafollows a teenager named Tanjiro (Zach Aguilar), who joins the Demon Slayer Corp to exact revenge on the demons who slaughtered his family while also helping his sister, Nezuko (Abby Trott), as she becomes one. An underdog story,Demon Slayerallows Tanjiro to explore his unique approach to slaying, which provides him a different view from his cohort and an ability to find the good in demons – or at least attempt to understand their view. With a beautiful animation that has a gorgeous fluidity to it,Demon Slayerreveals unique fighting styles by changing the art style to express their individuality.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
‘High-Rise Invasion’ (2021 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 70% | IMDb: 6.5/10
High-Rise Invasion
High-Rise Invasionis an action-packed anime series about a teenager, Yuri (Haruka Shiraishi), who finds herself atop high-rise buildings in a strange new skyscraper world. Yuri discovers she’s not alone in her adventure, as her brother is among the other high schoolers who have been transported. As she fights for survival against the white-masked killers hunting them, Yuri uncovers a deeper mystery about who is pulling the strings in this universe.High-Rise Invasionis a unique concept based on a hit Manga series written byTsuina Miura, filled with big fights and even bigger mysteries.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
‘Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure’ (2012 - Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 84% | IMDb: 8.5/10
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventureis truly that! Centered on a powerful family with superhuman abilities,Jojo’s Bizarre Adventurefollows the fantastical Joestars through their delightfully enchanting exploits. Crafted with deliberate use of unique art styles,Jojo’s Bizarre Adventuremanages to carefully bind together intriguing science-fiction elements, such as psychic abilities, with supernatural conditions, often punctuating the story with references to modern western pop culture, music, and fashion. The English dubbed version is beautifully handled by treasured voice actors, includingMatthew Mercer(The Legend of Vox Machina),David Vincent, andRichard Epcar.– Yael TygielWatch on Netflix
