Best Dark Fantasy Anime Like ‘JJK’ (15 Picks, Where to Stream)
Best Dark Fantasy Anime Like JJK — 15 Picks (Where to Stream)
Need more cursed energy? Here are 15 stylish, moody, monster-slaying anime that scratch the Jujutsu Kaisen itch—each with vibe tags, a quick pitch, posters, and streaming pointers.
How we picked
- Vibes: urban occult, demon hunts, grim stakes, gallows humor.
- Craft: punchy direction, memorable OSTs, clean fight choreography.
- Heart: ride-or-die teams, mentors with baggage, choices that cost.
Where to stream (quick note)
Availability changes by country. Common homes include Crunchyroll, Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video. We list typical options; check your region’s catalog.
Chainsaw Man (2022–)
Why JJK fans vibe: stylish carnage, unhinged bosses, and a rookie thrown at nightmares with a smile and a scream.
Where: Often on Crunchyroll; some regions add Prime/Netflix.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019–)
Why JJK fans vibe: monster anatomy nerdery + tactical finishers and a lovable three-man squad energy.
Where: Crunchyroll widely; Netflix/Hulu vary by country.
Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War (2022–)
Why JJK fans vibe: squads, captains, and rule-bending powers escalating into apocalyptic set pieces.
Where: Hulu/Disney+ in many regions; Crunchyroll for older arcs.
Hell’s Paradise (2023–)
Why JJK fans vibe: lethal puzzles + grotesque bosses with a stoic swordswoman mentor dynamic.
Where: Crunchyroll globally; extras vary.
Noragami (2014–2015)
Why JJK fans vibe: exorcist comedy that snaps serious when gods’ baggage hits the streets.
Where: Crunchyroll widely; Netflix in some regions.
Tokyo Ghoul (2014–)
Why JJK fans vibe: “monsters vs men” moral murk, operatic fights, and consequences.
Where: Netflix/Crunchyroll vary; check region.
Mob Psycho 100 (2016–2022)
Why JJK fans vibe: wholesome mentor/mentee chaos + psychic boss battles and clean sakuga.
Where: Crunchyroll widely; Netflix in select regions.
Blue Exorcist (2011–)
Why JJK fans vibe: curse classes, team drills, and big “protect your classmates” energy.
Where: Crunchyroll; Netflix/Hulu vary.
Dorohedoro (2020)
Why JJK fans vibe: unhinged sorcerer society with gnarly fights and bizarre charm.
Where: Netflix in many regions.
Parasyte: The Maxim (2014)
Why JJK fans vibe: stylish “monster in the body” stakes and sharp moral quandaries.
Where: Netflix/Crunchyroll vary by region.
Devilman Crybaby (2018)
Why JJK fans vibe: if you like JJK’s cruelty under the swagger, this is the primal scream version.
Where: Netflix exclusive in many countries.
Dororo (2019)
Why JJK fans vibe: monster-of-the-week craft with a beautiful, aching spine.
Where: Prime Video commonly; others vary.
Seraph of the End (2015–)
Why JJK fans vibe: teen soldiers vs eldritch overlords, cursed gear, and messy bonds.
Where: Crunchyroll widely; Netflix in some regions.
Claymore (2007)
Why JJK fans vibe: stoic slayers with awakening risks—hard moral edges and brutal duels.
Where: Crunchyroll/Netflix vary by catalog.
Berserk (1997 / films / 2016)
Why JJK fans vibe: for those who want the abyss under every victory; content warning heavy.
Where: Varies widely across regions/platforms; check local catalogs.
Need even more?
Also consider Fire Force (demon infernals + squad bonds), Mononoke (avant-garde exorcism), and Made in Abyss (beware: cute art, brutal content).
Content notes
Violence & themes (spoiler-light)
Most titles here include gore, body horror, and loss. If you want a softer entry with JJK-adjacent vibes, start with Noragami or Mob Psycho 100 and work darker from there.
FAQ
Which one feels the closest to JJK’s mix of humor and horror?
Chainsaw Man, Hell’s Paradise, and Noragami hit that balance—dark stakes with gallows humor and scrappy teams.
Best starter if I loved Gojo’s “mentor with swagger” vibe?
Mob Psycho 100 (Reigen), Blue Exorcist (Shura/Mephisto), and Bleach (eccentric captains).
Where should I stream?
Try Crunchyroll first for anime-first catalogs. Check Netflix, Hulu, and Prime Video in your region for alternates or dubs.
