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Squelching with bloodshed, brutal gore, and horrifying depictions- the following horror anime are not for the delicate of heart.

But for those who wish that Halloween was year-round, the following horror anime will give you the chills and shivers you crave! From body horror to psychological thrillers, the horror genre draws out those terrible things that go bump in the night.

Ghosts, ghouls, demons, and murderers lurk within the shadows of these scary shows- ready to surprise and give viewers quite the fright!

But the best of the horror genre involves more than just cliche jump scares.

Here you will find several series that go beyond frightening the senses and will implement fear deep within the depths of your mind.

Are you ready to be spooked? Here are the Top 10 Best Horror Anime to keep you up at night!

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Tokyo Ghoul

 

Tokyo Ghoul Anime Series
Tokyo Ghoul is a Horror Anime Favorite

Release: 2014-2018
Episodes: 48

One of the most popular and well-known series among horror anime, Tokyo Ghoul is a heart-wrenching tale that follows the unfortunate Kaneki Ken as he loses his humanity and becomes a monstrous ghoul. There are several seasons, a prequel, video games, and numerous OVAs with interconnected stories that show the bloody and tragic world of those who feed on human flesh in the shadows of Tokyo. 

Parasyte

Parasyte Anime Adaptation

Release: 2014-2015
Episodes: 24

Parasites have come to Earth in search of human flesh to feast upon in the hit horror-thriller Parasyte. The series follows a normal high school student Shinichi Izumi who has a strange encounter with a parasite who settles in his arm instead of in his brain as most of the alien parasites do. Using their interesting bond to work together, the Shinichi and his parasite Migi combat other parasites who have invaded and twisted their human hosts into monstrous beings. With bloody combat and horrific body horror, Parasyte is a much-watch for any fan of the genre!

Future Diary / Mirai Nikki

Future Diary

Release: 2011-2012

Episodes: 26

Shy Yukiteru Amano has his life turned upside down when the God of Space and Time pulls him into a  survival game where he must compete against eleven others for his life. Pitted against murderers and terrorists, Yukiteru forms an unlikely team with the psychotic Yuno Gasai who has plenty of secrets of her own. The happy moments sprinkled throughout the show often come abruptly crashing down to end in murder and deceit. Future Diary is a psychological thriller that balances bloodshed and brutal killings with unconventional romance and mysterious twists. 

Elfen Lied

Release: 2004
Episodes: 13

A classic entry in the horror genre, Elfen Lied deceives with its bright colors and cute animation style. The show follows Lucy, a humanesque mutant with two cute horns that look like cat ears, after her escape from an experimentation facility. Joined by two local boys, Lucy must fight in horrifically gory battles using terrifying mutant powers in order to keep her freedom and stay alive. Using her alien “Vector” powers to tear apart her enemies, Lucy is capable of materializing long and powerful arms using a telekinetic ability. The bloodshed is gory and the brutal psychological questioning will keep you up at night with a spinning mind. 

Danganronpa: The Animation

Release: 2013
Episodes: 13

The popular murder mystery video game series Danganronpa has received two anime adaptions. The first series is a retelling of the original game and features tragic favorites brought to life (and death) on the TV screen. The world of Danganronpa is full of hidden secrets and fake realities, and the main cast is thrown into a horrific murder game with their lives at stake. Characters must confront their beliefs and hidden truths as they regain their memories and are pitted against each other in a cruel game. As characters are forced to slaughter each other in creative ways, Viewers will be shocked and intrigued by each new loss and the revelations that each murder brings to light.

Another

Release: 2012
Episodes: 12

After transferring to a new school, young Kouichi Sakakibara quickly picks up on the strange atmosphere of his new class. The aura is heavy and stagnant, and he meets a strange girl named Mei Misaki who seems to be ignored by their classmates. Another follows the story of Mei and Kouichi as they unravel the haunting secrets of a past murder, as they slowly lose their classmates to gruesome deaths. With each episode, Another reveals more and more of the darkness hiding within the history of the class that Kouichi has become ensnared in, and the chance of survival becomes ever more slim.

Attack on Titan / Shingeki no Kyojin

Release: 2003-2019. New season announced for 2020!
Episodes: 59

Gory and raw, Attack on Titan follows the unfortunate adventures of young Eren Jeager. As his world (and mother) are torn apart before his eyes, Eren must master his newfound abilities to fight the giant Titans threatening to devour what is left of humankind. The story begins as a dark fantasy and becomes increasingly bleaker and twisted with every episode. With graphic depictions of gore and haunting revelations, Attack on Titan is an attack on all of your senses.

Junji Ito Collection

Release: 2018
Episodes: 12

The terrifying works of famous horror manga artist Junji Ito come crawling to life in this collection of various tales. Junji Ito incorporates many styles and elements of the horror genre into his works, but the result is something intricately unique and unexpected. The Junji Ito Collection focuses on several different characters in unique settings- but with plentiful gore and body horror, each haunted tale is sure to make you shiver! 

The Promised Neverland / Yakusoku no Neverland

Release: 2019. New season announced for 2021!
Episodes: 12

Don’t let the bright colors and happy smiles at Grace Field House Orphanage fool you- this world of sunshine and butterflies has a massive secret. Emma, Ray, and Norman catch on to the darkness peeking through the cracks in their small world, and they learn the horrific truth of their too-good-to-be-true lives at the orphanage. The Promised Neverland is a horror and thriller that will both shock and enchant you with its many twists and surprises.

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The horror genre has many great anime that keep those Halloween vibes alive year-round. Do you have another favorite horror anime that haunts your dreams? Let us know in the comments below!

Happy (and Haunted) Watching! 🙂

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