The horror genre has seen an intense lineup in 2024, featuring anime that brings unsettling atmospheres, grotesque monsters, and spine-chilling tales. If you’re on the lookout for a hair-raising series, you need to get watching—if you dare! If you’re seeking horror that isn’t just about jump scares but deep-seated dread and captivating worlds, these series are must-watches.
Here’s a rundown of some of the most noteworthy horror anime that graced our screens this year:
Kaiju No. 8
- Alt title: Kaijuu 8-gou
- Episodes: 12
- Genres: Horror, Action, Sci-Fi, Supernatural
- English Dub: Yes
- Average Rating: 4.2/5
- Where to Stream: Crunchyroll, ANIPLUS, Netflix
Kafka Hibino, a disillusioned member of a monster cleanup crew, finds his life taking a monstrous turn when he’s infected by a parasite and gains the ability to transform into a powerful Kaiju. Now a force to be reckoned with, he joins the very defence force he once cleaned up after, battling monstrous threats while keeping his new identity a secret.
Orb: On the Movements of the Earth
- Alt title: Chi: Chikyuu no Undou ni Tsuite
- Episodes: 25
- Genres: Historical, Horror, Mystery, Supernatural, Psychological
- English Dub: Yes
- Average Rating: 3.8/5
- Streaming: Netflix
Delving into the mysteries of existence and cosmic horrors, set in 15th-century Poland, this historical horror follows Rafal, a young student who becomes obsessed with proving the Earth revolves around the Sun. With cryptic messages and disturbing events unravelling, the line between reality and nightmare begins to blur.
The Grimm Variations
- Alt title: Grimm Kumikyoku
- Episodes: 6
- Genres: Horror, Psychological, Supernatural
- English Dub: Yes
- Average Rating: 3.9/5
- Streaming: Netflix
This eerie anthology reimagines classic Grimm fairytales with a dark, surreal twist. Each episode explores a different tale, reviving it with disturbing visuals and psychological horror elements that bring out the most nightmarish interpretations of childhood stories.
Mysterious Disappearances
- Alt title: Kaii to Otome to Kamikakushi
- Episodes: 12
- Genres: Mystery, Supernatural, Horror
- English Dub: no
- Average Rating: 3.6/5
- Streaming: Crunchyroll
A small, secluded town is plagued by sudden disappearances of its residents. At the heart of this mystery are tales of supernatural beings that haunt the local forests. A young woman named Sumireko teams up with a spirit named Abeno to unravel the truth behind the vanishing residents. Their investigation leads them into a world of folklore and the supernatural.
Uzumaki: Spiral into Horror
- Episodes: 4
- Genres: Horror, Psychological, Supernatural
- English Dub: Yes
- Average Rating: 4.5/5
- Streaming: Netflix, Hulu
Adapted from Junji Ito’s iconic manga, Uzumaki tells the story of a town cursed by spirals. From twisted bodies to spiralling clouds, a horrifying fate unfolds as the residents become entranced—and ultimately destroyed—by the shape’s dark influence.
Lockdown Zone: Level X
- Alt title: Kankin Kuiki Level X
- Episodes: 6
- Genres: Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi, Thriller
- English Dub: No
- Average Rating: 3.7/5
In a post-apocalyptic world, survivors are trapped within confined “zones” filled with mutated humans and monstrous entities. Facing unimaginable horrors in each zone, a band of survivors struggles to break free and escape their terrifying new reality.
Yamishibai: Japanese Ghost Stories (Season 12 and 13)
- Genres: Horror, Supernatural, Anthology
- English Dub: No
- Average Rating: 3.9/5
- Streaming: Crunchyroll
This long-running anthology series returns with more bite-sized episodes featuring terrifying Japanese urban legends and folklore. Presented in a unique paper-cut animation style, each episode delivers chills with its eerie storytelling.
Alice Schach and the Magic Orchestra: KILLED BY ANGEL Episode
- Genres: Horror, Music, Supernatural
- English Dub: no
- Streaming: YouTube
In a postmodern nightmare of music and murder, Alice Schach and the Magic Orchestra follows the rise of a symphonic serial killer and the supernatural presence that haunts her. With cryptic lyrics and hypnotic melodies, the story twists through realms of death and darkness.
This is just a glimpse into the horror anime that 2024 has offered. With such a diverse range of spooky stories, there’s sure to be something to satisfy every horror fan’s craving. So grab your popcorn, turn off the lights, and prepare to be terrified!
Which horror anime titles from 2024 have you watched or plan to watch? Are there any horror anime not on this list that you’d recommend?
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