15 Best Horror Anime Movies

Horror is a genre widely followed be it your regular movies or anime movies. So, today I have brought my anime fans a list of best horror anime movies. Since the early 90’s, anime has been throwing some exceptional hits in this genre, and now, again, this genre is taking a hike. You will find the horror of nightmares and visions turning into horror of flesh. 

There are some thriller horror anime that are driven by action and fantasy. Still, they strictly follow the horror rule by adding visuals. For instance, you can take Jujutsu Kaisen or Tokyo Ghoul. They are also famous for horror anime movies with gore. There are many other dark fantasy anime movies with horror following them, and you will feel the creepy feeling of literal insects crawling on you. 

So, I have done a little hard work here and brought you all some classic horror anime movies along with the best thriller horror anime movies of all time. I hope you can deal with the aftereffects like delusions, hallucinations and, yes, the feeling of someone running behind you in the dark.

Best of luck with that, so shall we begin! 

Best Dark Horror Anime Movies For An Unsettling Watch

15- Wicked City

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

If you are into action fantasy, this one is undoubtedly for you to watch. It has creepy horror followed by thrill entertainment and mystery as well. The plot is entertaining and unique, with excellent animation and some thrilling characters. 

The story is set in a time when demons and humans are living together in peace. The peace is indeed hard earned and is still kept in check because you can never trust anyone. Taki is a regular salaryman, for appearance’s sake. He is tasked to look after a man named Mayart and a demon, Makie. 

The task is paramount as the peace treaty renewal is at hand. Unfortunately, the demons do not desire peace and are desperate to get their hands on Mayart. Now it is up to Taki to evade every attack and any attempt that might be a successful hit at the peace treaty. 

14- Tokyo Ghoul Jack (OVA)

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
9/10	8/10	8/10	25/30

I would say inspired by Tokyo Ghoul, the original. They made a lot of movies that show the different incidents and side occurrences. Still, this 30 minute OVA has all the rights to be on our list of best horror anime movies, as it has all the elements required for a horror anime movie. 

If you are into watching mystery anime movies with a thrill and horror following, then you will like this one. The plot centers on Fura, a former basketball player. His life takes a turn the day he witnesses his friend being injured at the hands of a man-eating ghoul. 

Driven by anger and revenge he decides to join the undercover investigator Arima. The duo then sets out to find the root cause and stop many similar deaths. The gore follows them everywhere with a creeping horror. 

13-Gyo Tokyo Fish Attack

Animation	Characters	Plot	Total
7/10	9/10	10/10	26/30

If you are looking for the best horror anime movies with gore, you have stumbled upon the best one. The animation simply adds to the creepy and eerie feeling. The disturbing visuals are nothing but a plus that leaves you in scary hallucinations. 

The plot begins with a group of three girls, Kaori, Erika and Aki. Their fun-filled trip to Okinawa turns into a scene from a horror movie when a supernatural event occurs. As a result all sea creatures are seen walking with legs on the land and killing everyone in their way. 

Kaori worries about her fiance and tries to reach Tokyo. She decides to cross this sea of deadly man-eating fishes with her friends. Unbeknownst to her, the horror has just begun. If you are into psychological and thrillers with gore then try this one. 

12- Perfect Blue 

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

The animation has to be exceptional for a horror anime movie, with added background music on exact time stamps. Without these essentials you can not make a movie, a thriller horror anime movie. Hand it to the Japanese, and they will give you a masterpiece. Among those, Perfect Blue is a psychological horror anime movie with a twisted plot. 

The plot introduces a J-Pop Idol, Mima. Her life takes a turn when she decides to start her acting career, leaving her group behind. Things begin normal, but strangely they turn chaotic for Mima. A crazy fan starts following her, and a website that gives her creepy feelings just marks the start of her horror. 

Worst, she begins losing her senses as she fails to differentiate between reality and illusions.  Her life turns into a nightmare and this only seems like the beginning of it. Watch it if you do not like cliffhangers. 

11- Midori

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

The next on our list of best horror anime movies is a unique one by Hiroshi Harada. Creepy, unlawful and unethical with freaks, yes, that is the theme of the following classic horror anime movie. The animation might not be to the level given the times, yet the disturbing movie will leave you with nightmares. 

The plot focuses on a pretty and innocent Midori. Her life consists of her sick mom caring for her and selling camellias to earn a living. One day, it all changes when she finds herself in a freakshow. 

A circus where unlawful acts are performed, and torture is a natural thing. Even her fellow freaks are living this miserable life in a hell-like place. Going out of it is a dream she can not even watch as the sleep brings her nightmares from the day.

10- Vampire Hunter D; Blood Lust

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

Vampires are not always pretty like we have seen but they are always scary and powerful. You can only imagine the horror they will bring if you see one running behind you. Hence, we brought this to our list of best horror anime movies. 

The story begins with D, a famous dhampir. D is a half-vampire with human blood. Still, his skills are unmatched. He is a fantastic vampire hunter and charges a fortune for his work. A desperate situation demands his help. 

He is tasked to save Charlotte, the daughter of a wealthy family. The task seems simple, but if not careful, the hunters can turn into the hunted ones because a conspiracy is playing alongside them. Will D be able to come out of this quickly?

9- Blood: The Last Vampire

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

If zombies scare you and disturb you, the next on our list of best horror anime movies will surely be entertaining. The animation is perfect for the characters and the type of movie. It has blood-sucking demons, so that you can enjoy it as an anime movie with demons.

The plot is set in an era long forgotten. The public lives in fear of certain beings they named Teropetrids. The beings only live to suck human blood, and that is how they survive. There are certain dedicated groups responsible for eliminating these scary creatures. 

Saya, a mysterious girl, is among these groups and is very skillful. Given her skills and experience, she is sent to the U.S. Army base to cleanse it. However, not every time things are as easy as they seem. 

8- Elfen Lied: In the Passing Rain, or, How Can a Girl Have Reached Such Feelings

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

Elfen Lied was a masterpiece. It gives your brain a good hit and leaves you in a traumatic state. It was the best to watch for someone who likes psychological horror anime movies. This 25 minute special short movie revises the horror and trauma that Nana went through. 

Animation is, as always, top-notch, with twisted yet impressive characters. The plot may seem tedious sometimes, but given the thrill and suspense, it covers all. The plot centers on Nana as she tries to live an everyday life. 

Still, she becomes restless as she worries for Nyu, her fellow resident. Nyu is a ticking bomb and has the potential to wreak havoc, one that Nana fears. Both the girls struggle on their own to avoid a horror that can destroy all. 

7- Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress: Light That Gathers

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

If you are into action anime movies driven by fantasy and horror and also based on futuristic themes then yes, this one’s for you. Animation is mouth-watering, with a complex yet entertaining plot. Yes, all the characters are perfect in their way. 

The plot introduces a futuristic earth where industrial growth is reaching the next levels. In such situations, some drawbacks are bound to occur. The same happens here. The deadly virus erupts and turns the humans into living dead. 

One can not kill them unless you have a miraculous weapon. A hero, Ikoma, arises as an engineer eager to try his own created weapon. Unbeknownst to him, a little effort to kill the beasts becomes a huge event, and he becomes the leader of something bigger than his imagination.

6-Ninja Scroll

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

Ninjas usually do not have anything to do with horror. So, you might think this may not be one of the best horror anime movies you thought of. Surprisingly, it has horror and one that will give you chills. Music at perfect time stamps can make a movie much more entertaining than you can imagine. 

The plot in this one is filled with twists and turns at every other point. The story follows Jubei, a Ninja. After a betrayal changed his life he no longer wishes to side with anyone. His only goal is to live his life without any bothersome interactions. 

Fate plays its strings, and he saves a female Ninja, Kagero. The appearance of a Ninja who can harden his body and many others with supernatural powers brings Jubei back into the game. Now, it is all on Jubei to deal with his enemies and get a hold of his life once again. 

5- Jujutsu Kaisen 0

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

Everyone has horror stories about their schools. This one follows the same principle so not adding this one to our list of best horror anime movies would be unfair. The animation is pretty cool, the plot is entertaining and the characters are intriguing. Some might not feel the horror from it. 

However, JJK has perfectly portrayed the curses, devils and the creepy chill they bring. The plot centers on Yuuta, a regular boy with immense uncontrollable power. He only knows how to unleash his power to get revenge from his bullies. His messy life changes once Gojo enters his life. 

He teaches Yuuta how to rein his powers. Not only that, under Gojo’s guidance, Yuuta learns to live for others and feel the value of bonds. It is an action fantasy followed by raw power but the visuals are disturbing and sometimes they do leave a dark after effect. 

4- Ajin: Demi-Human Movie 1: Compel

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

The next on our list is one of the best horror anime movies on Netflix. It is a must-watch if you are into supernatural powers and craving disturbing visuals. The animation is exemplary, and the characters are on par. 

The plot focuses on a few students among which is our lead Kei. Superpowers are not always helpful, and this fact hits Kei harder than anyone. As Kei and his fellow classmates turn immortal, he becomes the center of attention. 

It would be better to say he has become a target for many organizations. Since Kei is immortal, if captured, he must die a thousand deaths to better help humanity. Still, is it a deal worth paying for?

3- Death Note: Relight

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

Who does not know about Death Note? If you are an anime fan, knowing L and Kira is one of the biggest flexes you can have. Many might not find the horror in it because of the mysteries and the plot twists. Still, it is one of the best horror anime movies because of the presence of the Shinigamis.

This one is not a movie but it is a special with 2 episodes. However, the episodes are about two hours long each. So, I had to bring it in. It is a glimpse at the life of Ryuk and his memories with Kira as he spent his time on earth. Ryuk recalls when he gave the death note to Kira and how they formed a duo to bring their justice. 

The movie itself may not give you an entertaining time, but for a quick watch or recap of the series, this one indeed does wonders. So, try it because the scary death gods are ready to write a name; no one knows who is next!

2- King of Thorn

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

This one is a personal favorite among horror anime movies. It is one of the scariest horror anime movies, not because of the plot or the beings shown. The reason for it being scary is the insight and plot development. 

The world is facing the terror of the deadly virus Medusa. To save the world from extinction, selected humans are put in cold sleep for ages, so once they awake, they form the cure to save humanity. 

Kasumi is among the chosen people. Unbeknownst to them, the time they wake up will be more of a horror than now. As they wake up in the future, they are attacked by deadly creatures with no clue of the time and zone they are stranded. The tale of survival begins for these remaining survivors. 

1- Berserk: The Golden Age Arc III – The Advent

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

Berserk series have always been my favorite. The action, the thrill, the horror, the gore and the element of fantasy have always been at their peak. Bringing this to the list of best horror anime movies was a must because the characters are so charismatic and dominating that you can never forget them.

The movie begins as Guts returns to Hawks. However, after losing their leader, Griffith, the Hawks are no longer the same. Miraculously, they save their leader from the prison, but it turns out the person they knew no longer exists. 

A weak, timid and quiet being stands before them with a trinket in his hands. A strange solar eclipse darkens the sky and gives the Hawks a lifetime opportunity. Unbeknownst to them, this opportunity will only bring darkness to their lives, which entails horror and nothingness. 

Final Notes; 

With this, we have ended our list of best horror anime movies. I hope you would have enjoyed reading about the psychological and thriller horror anime movies. Still, as always, I am eager to know about your preferences because there are only so many movies that I can watch. So, recommend some good horror anime movies. 

If you enjoyed reading the anime movie recommendations above, reach out for more. 

Until next time!