15 Best Anime Movies With Demons – RANKED

Fantasy is incomplete without demons, and anime is one platform where you get to have hot, sizzling and visually dangerous demons, all thanks to Japanese animation . So, for the fans who crave demonic entities in any role possible, here is a list of the best anime movies with demons. You will find some morally gray demons that will be good or bad, totally depending on the plotline. 

Although we term them as demons, some are literally more human than the humans themselves. This attribute of theirs becomes a reason for us to love them, along with their dominating personalities. Still, in this list of best anime movies with demons, I will try to add up demons with grotesque nature, blood thirst and killing instinct, only to stay loyal to the meaning of demons. 

So, are you ready to experience a little gore, thrill, and spine–chilling fear? Here we go!

Anime movies with demons that are a must-watch for a good time.

15. Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust (2000) 

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
7/10	8/10	8/10	23/30

This one on our list of best anime movies with monsters is from Studio Madhouse. The animation is okay, but the main ingredient is fulfilling enough. Yes, what could be a better and powerful demon than a Vampire? They have a class of their own.

The story unfolds with D a half human half vampire. His tough life as an outcast among Vampires made him a Vampire hunter, thanks to his skills. This time around, he is tasked to find Charlotte, the missing daughter of a wealthy family. Unfortunately, it is not an easy task as an unidentified evil is creeping on them and they are yet to realize it. 

14. Inuyasha the Movie: Affections Touching Across Time

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
8/10	8/10	8/10	24/30

The story of Inuyasha made a lot of hype for many years. This apparently dog demon with the powers of a fox slipped into our list of best anime movies with demons effortlessly. His dominating and caring nature is one to fall for along with his demonic powers. 

It is often considered as one of the best romance anime movies with monsters. Also, if you are looking for some fantasy anime movies with demons, then this one’s for you. The animation is absolutely fine from VIZ media.

The plot brings in a what-if situation where the half-demon Inuyasha is trapped in a legendary tree. Our lead, Kagome, frees him by traveling 500 years back in time. The duo, this time, tries to stop another Chinese demon from becoming the strongest ever. 

13. Trinity Seven: Heavens Library & Crimson Lord

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	9/10	8/10	26/30

The next one on our list of best anime movies with demons has the demon lord himself with immense power and the next demon lord candidate in action. The film is rated 13, so I would suggest you watch it with PG. Fantasy and adventure are on top, along with classic animation. The plot also fulfills the basic checks for chic anime. 

Also, you might require some background knowledge for this one, but with a little focus, the movie might work as a standalone. The story unfolds as the leads, Lilith and our very own determined Arata, are in a pinch. 

Along with the rest of their team of Trinity Seven, the duo is to face the strongest demon lord of all time. Turns out that he happens to be Lilith’s father. Now, it all comes down to Arata, the demon lord candidate, to settle the score. 

12. Saga of Tanya  the Evil: The Movie – Manner Movie

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
8/10	10/10	9/10	27/30

If you are into politics, warfare, battle strategies and a lot of mess then the next on our list of best anime movies with demons is for you. The story itself focuses on the demons that live inside us instead of the ones we fear from their appearances. So, for a change watch this one to see the inner demons. 

You might require some background knowledge for this one, so best of luck. The Empire is desperately trying to come victorious from the war and demonic forces that have taken over the continent. Superior enemies are taking over with baseless ideologies. 

Meanwhile, Tanya and her battalion are given the task of monitoring and stopping any escalating events on the border. It’s a mess, undoubtedly, but for the ones with historical love and adventure, it will do wonders. 

11. Legend of the Millennium Dragon

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	9/10	9/10	27/30

I must say our list of best anime movies with demons is incomplete if we do not mention at least a single entry that has dragons in it. So, to keep the balance, I brought this to our list. The animation may lag behind, but the plot and characters do justice. 

Adventure, thrill and fantasy also help double the entertainment. The story follows Tendou Jun, a 15-year-old boy, as he travels 1200 years back in time. As if this wasn’t enough to shock our lead, he is now the destined one to control and command the demonic beast that none can control. 

Jun is now the center of change itself and the reason for bringing major changes to the world. I have to tell you that you will enjoy the bond he shares with his demonic beast. So give it a try. 

10. Jujutsu Kaisen 0

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	10/10	8/10	28/30

A big round of applause to MAPPA for giving us this anime as a blessing. This one on our list of best anime movies with demons needs no introductions because of its unique and unbelievably dazzling and handsome characters and stunning animation. It includes both the demon Sukuna and our favorite Gojou Satoru. If you are looking for the best action anime with magic and fantasy, then you got yourself a treat. 

The adventurous story focuses on Yuuta, a 16-year-old high school boy. His tough life because of the bullies became a little less burdening when he used his unfathomable powers to avenge himself. Still, he has no idea how he should live his life now. In a specific entry, Gojou overturns his life in a blink. The boy learns to live for the ones he loves and becomes much more strong.

9. Howl’s Moving Castle 

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	9/10	10/10	28/30

It is another gem from Studio Ghibli that was also an award-winning movie and among the highest-grossing films of the year. It was and still is famous as one of the best romance anime movies as well. It has to be on our list of best anime movies with demons because of the cutest fire demon of Howl’s Castle. 

The story is about two polar opposites yet awkwardly similar, Sophie and Howl. Their story unfolds as Sophie, a beautiful girl becomes an old woman because of a curse, and Howl, the magician, tries to help his love. The duo, along with the demons of the house, fight against the magic of the witch and survive a war of monsters and triumph. 

8. Overlord The Movie 2: The Dark Hero 

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	9/10	9/10	28/30

Overlord is a must in our list of anime movies about demons, as his avatar is as demonic as one can imagine. I must say it slays. The animation, gaming factor, and unexpectedly impressive and beautiful characters in equally beautiful avatars are astonishing. 

This movie simply gives you a recap of the second season. So, if you skipped the anime episodes, then binge this one to catch up on the story. The plot simply develops as Momonga accepts his new identity as Ains Ooal Gown and works to change the destiny of his clan.

7. Blue Exorcist: The Movie

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	10/10	9/10	29/30

The A-1 Studio knew what they were doing when they brought this gem to our screens. This entry with demons easily made its way to our list of best anime movies with demons because of the name itself. It’s all about exorcizing demons. The anime itself is popular for its magic and thrill. Also, its movie can be enjoyed as a canon, so give it a try. 

The plot focuses on the young and handsome exorcist Rin. He is tasked to exorcize a soul-eating demon. Along with his brother Yukio, Rin tries to save the event while doing his job. Unexpectedly, he befriends a small childlike demon with unknown origins and power. Unbeknownst to him, this small demon is bringing a lot to their plate. 

6. Black Butler: Book of the Atlantic 

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	10/10	9/10	29/30

You will find this one as one of the best mystery anime movies with demons. I mean, obviously, it’s not every day that you get to see a skilful, full, talented, strikingly handsome and loyal demon at work. In a butler outfit, ahem! The animation simply adds to the charm of the plot. 

The story focuses on the Earl Ciel Phantomhive and Sebastian, his demon butler. The duo is given a task to investigate the appearance of grim reapers on a ship that has the undead as its guests. Their goal is to avoid any further disaster and bring the undead to their coffins. The anime has a kind of Sherlock Holmes vibe with added fantasy.

5. Goblin Slayer: Goblin’s Crown

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	10/10	10/10	29/30

You will find the next on our list of best anime movies with demons as one of the best adventure anime. The animation is amazingly clean, and the characters are memorable. Additionally, goblins are the most basic of demons. 

So we had to bring them here on our list of anime about demons to keep justice alive. The movie happens to give you a recap of the anime in its beginning, so it works as a canon. The story develops as our very own goblin slayer is given a request this time. 

They are to help the villagers on a snowy mountain. The team has to clear the village of the goblins that are attacking without a reason. Nonetheless, suspense kicks in when hidden intentions become visible to our Goblin Slayer. 

4. Berserk: The Golden Age Arc II – The Battle for Doldorey

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	10/10	10/10	29/30

If you are into horror, bloodlust and gore then the next on our list of best anime movies with demons is undoubtedly for you. You might miss the grotesque monsters, yet the characters themselves are demons of their own kind. 

The reason for that is their huge build, humongous power and lust for blood. The anime has animation to vouch for along with plot and unforgettable characters. The story focuses on Guts, apparently the strongest there is, as he is recruited by Griffith. 

The duo, along with the team, take the challenge of subjugating the fortress of Doldery. With major help from Guts the team accomplishes their goal.  This leads Guts to leave on a journey of self-realization that becomes a reason for the rift with Griffith. 

3. Overlord: The Undead King

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	9/10	10/10	29/30

The next one on our list of best anime movies with demons is undoubtedly a feature film of the best anime about demons. The movie is actually a recap of the first season of the anime itself, so it works as a standalone. 

A little spoiler for the fans is that it has many scenes that were originally not in the anime.

Our young lead, Momonga, finds himself trapped in his favorite game. After he comes to realize this fact, he accepts his life in this new avatar.

Momonga decides to change the history of this world that happens to be real now. The animation and the characters are enough to hook you, and word for word, they do.

2. Spirited Away

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	10/10	10/10	30/30

Give it Studio Ghibli and Hayao Miyazaki, and you get the highest-grossing anime film that happens to be award-winning for many elements. This was a must on our list of best anime movies with demons since it is an anime movie about demons.

The animation, plot, characters, and demons are on point. The story brings in Chihiro, a 10-year-old girl. She finds herself trapped in the spirit realm where every kind of demon lives. Her only worry is to escape from this world while saving her parents. A little help from Haku, a mysterious entity, will make things easy for her. 

1. Demon Slayer – The Movie: Mugen Train 

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
10/10	10/10	10/10	30/30

This entry on our list of anime movies with demons is the highest-grossing film ever in anime history. Demon Slayer is the best anime with demons, and hence, its film is no less than the best itself. Like the name says, it’s all about demons and slaying them. Action, fantasy, magic, power, adventure, demons and dazzling characters, it has it all. I bet I didn’t miss any!

The plot is set in mystery as a train is plagued by demonic entities. The Demon Slayer Corps sets out to find the reason and stop the disaster. Tanjiro, along with others, set foot on the train only to find that a sinister evil is hiding behind the scenes. It turns out that this time, it’s about his willpower and instinct to protect the people around him instead of simply slaying demons. 

Final notes:

With this, let’s bring an end to our list of best anime movies with demons. I am pretty sure that it is not enough. So, if you guys have anime about demons or anime with angels and demons, then please enlighten me. I am eager to calm my thirst for the demons in action. 

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