Best Short Completed Anime Series You Can Binge in One Weekend

A gripping supernatural thriller centered on a high school student who discovers a notebook that allows him to kill anyone whose name he writes in it. It is a masterful game of cat-and-mouse between two geniuses.

A stylish blend of sci-fi, western, and noir following a group of bounty hunters traveling through space. Renowned for its legendary soundtrack and episodic storytelling that culminates in a poignant, definitive ending.

A psychological mystery about a man who can travel back in time to prevent tragedies. When he is sent back to his childhood, he must solve a cold case to save his classmates and change his own future.

A high-octane standalone story set in the world of Night City. It follows a street kid who becomes an edgerunner, taking on dangerous cybernetic enhancements in a dystopian society where corporate greed is law.

Widely considered one of the greatest anime of all time, it follows two brothers searching for the Philosopher's Stone to restore their bodies. It delivers a perfectly paced plot with a deeply emotional and complete resolution.

Alien parasites arrive on Earth, taking over human brains to feed on others. The story follows Shinichi, whose parasite failed to take over his brain, forcing the two to coexist and fight other monsters.

A heartbreaking drama about a piano prodigy who lost his ability to hear his own music after a trauma, and the energetic violinist who helps him find his passion for music again.

A modern, avant-garde reimagining of a classic manga. It explores themes of humanity, hate, and love as a soft-hearted boy merges with a demon to fight a hidden war against monstrous entities.

Set in a high school in the afterlife, a group of students rebels against their fate and the mysterious entity governing them. It balances wacky humor with profound questions about life and death.

An action-packed series featuring exaggerated art and high energy. A girl armed with a giant scissor blade searches for the person who killed her father in a city ruled by sentient clothing.

A visually stunning series about a former soldier who becomes an Auto Memory Doll, writing letters for others to understand the meaning of the words "I love you" and heal from war.

From the creator of One Punch Man, this series follows a socially awkward boy with god-like psychic powers who just wants to be normal. It features incredible animation and heartfelt character growth.

A unique art-style masterpiece that focuses more on the psychology and growth of its characters than the sport itself. It is a concise, complete story about talent, effort, and ambition.

Despite the misleading title, this is a supernatural drama exploring "Adolescence Syndrome," where emotional distress manifests as physical phenomena. It features sharp dialogue and genuine character development.

When two people die at the same time, they are sent to a mysterious bar to play games that reveal their true nature, determining whether their souls are reincarnated or cast into the void.

A touching story about a group of childhood friends who drifted apart after one of them died in an accident. They reunite as teenagers to grant her ghost's final wish.

Two genius teenagers commit high-profile terrorist attacks in Tokyo, but their goals are not destruction. They leave riddles for the police to solve, leading to a complex political conspiracy.

A high-concept sci-fi series where humanity lives in a walled city to protect themselves from monsters. The plot twists in the second half completely redefine the premise of the show.

Certain teenagers develop supernatural abilities during puberty. The story follows a boy who uses his power for selfish gain until he is forced to join a special school for the gifted.

While the second season is polarizing, the first season is a perfect, self-contained masterpiece of suspense. Children in an idyllic orphanage discover a dark secret and plot a daring escape.