There’s an absolute boatload of anime available to binge right now on Netflix.
Not every show is complete, but Netflix’s collection is a great way to get your feet
wet or dive back into classic shows.
These are our picks for the most bingeworthy anime series Netflix has to offer.
Attack on Titan has been the quintessential disaster anime of the last few years, and
if you haven’t seen it, you’re missing an important part of anime’s modern vocabulary.
The inhabitants of a walled city attempt to keep out Titans, huge humanoid creatures with
an appetite for people.
The barrier has worked for 100 years … until now.
Three childhood friends manage to stay alive, and the relationships between them are lovingly
drawn.
Attack on Titan is the battle of good against evil and the human thirst to survive, no matter
the cost.
It’s a thrilling watch, and there are plenty of full-length movies, novels, comics, and
video games to enjoy after you’ve binged the original series.
The Death Note gives its author the power to kill anyone instantly.
But when the death-god gets bored and drops the supernatural notebook into the human world,
trouble ensues.
The Death Note is discovered by a student, who is quickly corrupted by its power.
He attracts the attention of a mysterious detective, and their rivalry becomes an exciting
chase that warps the definitions of “good” and “evil.”
Gurren Lagann is smart, fast-paced, and beloved for its exciting characters, gorgeous animation,
and sprawling plot.
While many mecha anime series tend to be a turn off to newcomers because of all the giant
robot talk, Gurren plunges you right into the action and gets you emotionally invested
before you even know what’s happening.
Even if you’re not up on your Japanese sci-fi tropes, this is an excellent, accessible series.
The sub-genre of anime called shoujo, or “magical girl” anime, became popular in the ‘90s
with shows like Sailor Moon and Utena.
Puella Magi Madoka Magica turns all the tropes of “magical girl” anime upside down.
It combines gorgeous animation with an ensemble of powerful female fighters.
The series has earned tremendous acclaim for subverting the genre and showing the dark
side of girl power.
Fans of Harry Potter should definitely give this series a spin.
Choosing a superhero name is delicate business, but the powers of One Punch Man should be
pretty clear: He can defeat anyone and anything with a single blow.
Unlike other heroes, One Punch didn’t gain his powers at birth, or from a freak accident.
He earned them through training.
The lack of challenges in the world has left him depressed, until a 19-year-old cyborg
appears at his door in hopes of becoming his disciple.
With a new goal and sidekick, One Punch Man hopes to find more powerful enemies, and maybe
even gain some fame in the process.
On a quest to avenge her father’s murder, a high school student fights back against
the oppressive student council establishment with the help of a uniform that grants her
superhuman powers.
That may sound a bit over the top, but it’s a fairly standard premise for a high school
anime setting.
Kill la Kill (also known as Dressed to Kill) is among the most influential in the action/comedy
genre, and it shouldn’t be missed.
Ouran High School Host Club is a delightful and genre-bending comedy that pokes fun at
the melodrama of anime tropes.
But underneath, there’s a beautiful story of a genderqueer hero and how she changes
her school.
Although this series has been out for nearly a decade, it’s as fresh today as it was
when it first debuted.
Only the first 3 seasons of Naruto are on Netflix at this time, but they’re a great
place to begin one of the most popular anime series ever, about a would-be ninja whose
cheerful nature masks untold power.
It’s a story about friendship, brotherhood, and found families, and it will move you more
than you might expect.
A virtual reality game has become a nightmare for an entire society of players who have
become trapped inside.
The drama unfolds as players battle each other to the death for survival.
While the premise is a bit of a cliche these days, Sword Art Online is well worth your
time thanks to beautiful animation, great pacing, and the unexpected intimacy between
characters.
Ruroni Kenshin set the standard for lone, wandering swordsmen in anime when it debuted
in the ‘90s.
And while many action series have come after it, this slow-burning show doesn’t feel
dated at all.
The familiarity of these tropes and characters just proves the way of the Samurai is eternal.
Those are our picks for the best anime series on Netflix right now, but there is so much
more to binge.
If you’re looking for more anime series and movies to stream on Netflix, check the
link in the description of this video for additional recommendations.
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Thanks for watching and we’ll see you next time.